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What's going on with House of Thol

saving food from the bin - check out this lovely post about the Patera Magnus

27/1/2021

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Patera Magnus - een bijzondere fruitschaal | blogpost by Huize Chaos // Design by House of Thol, photography by Huize Chaos

Patera Magnus - a special fruit bowl

We were super happy with this blogpost by 'Huize Chaos', one of the first happy users of our Patera Magnus.

Since we make each Patera Magnus by hand (quite an extensive proces), and the high demand means we're still producing orders from last year, the Patera Magnus in use is still quite a rare sight.
(We're working on it!!)
 
In this Dutch blogpost, user Marieska describes how she uses the special fruit bowl and how it indeed helps her to eat more fruit and vegetables while less food ends up in the bin. 

Read the full Dutch post <here>, and read all about our Patera Magnus and the Poma/Olera series <here>.

All photographs in this post by Huize Chaos
Patera Magnus - een bijzondere fruitschaal | blogpost by Huize Chaos // Design by House of Thol, photography by Huize Chaos
Patera Magnus - een bijzondere fruitschaal | blogpost by Huize Chaos // Design by House of Thol, photography by Huize Chaos
Patera Magnus - een bijzondere fruitschaal | blogpost by Huize Chaos // Design by House of Thol, photography by Huize Chaos
Patera Magnus - een bijzondere fruitschaal | blogpost by Huize Chaos // Design by House of Thol, photography by Huize Chaos
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Sustainability in practice - join the Creascope zoom conference

27/1/2021

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Jana Flohr / House of Thol | photograph by Gaav Content

Live from Ukraine / Overasselt

Interested in learning more about starting a sustainable design business? Join us in the Creascope 'Sustainability in Practice' seminar this Friday to learn all about it.

The sessions include presentations by a.o. Carissa ten Tije (Studio CTT), Daryna Antonenko, co-founder of Re:ban (click),  Dasha Tsapenko (via Jan van Eyck) and (drumroll) Jana Flohr of House of Thol.
It's quite a mix of brands and designers, each working on sustainable and/or circular design in their own way. 

I'll be directing my talk towards our aim to create an independent sustainable brand focussed on designing durable products to make your everyday greener and easier.
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Expect to hear more about our crowdfunding campaigns, the puzzle to make products that are sustainable as well as affordable and durable, and the entrepreneurial challenges we've faced thus far. 

How to be part of this

Spend your Friday learning about running a sustainable design business, all from the comfort of your own home (you won't even have to wear smart pants).

Best part: it's totally free! 
So register now, and i'll be looking forward to 'seeing' you this Friday.

Note: the conference is in English and is set in Ukraine, so the hours are Kyiv time (or EET <click>) in other words: one hour ahead of Amsterdam (CET) and two hours ahead of London (GMT). 

Sustainability in Practice // DAY 2
Friday January 29th
10:30 - 15:30 EET (House of Thol 14:00-14:45)
by Creascope, Kyiv

Made possible by European Bank for Reconstruction and Development & EU for Business  

<Free registration here>
Flower Constellations fully funded | Design by House of Thol / photograph by Masha Bakker photography
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'Kunstenaars in coronatijd' - extensive interview on local station GL8

11/11/2020

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Local station GL8

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GL8 is a local TV station catering to Heumen, Mook & Middelaar, together home to about 25.000 people (+ the House of Thol Headquarters).
The municipality of Heumen (Overasselt, Nederasselt, Malden & Heumen) is located in the Dutch province of Gelderland (G), whereas neighbouring Mook & Middelaar (Mook. Molenhoek, Middelaar & Plasmolen) is part of the province of Limburg (L), 8 villages in total on the border of Gelderland and Limburg: GL8.  
With so many people and businesses affected by corona, the station decided to get in touch with some of the professional creatives in the community to see how they are coping with the situation.
GL8 made a total series of 8 episodes, and we were featured in number 7!
​It aired last Weekend, but wasn't available on Youtube to share until now.
Note: in Dutch only!

The blissful in-between

The small GL8 crew came over when summer was still hot, although fall was closing in. Oh those blissful last weeks of summer!

I remember chatting with presenter Anasuya in between takes when she mentioned "What a shame it won't air until the fall, when corona is probably over", to which we responded "There might be a second wave?" Although it did seem like so far off at the time. 
We really had no idea how little time we would have left in the 'in between'.
Taped in only a few hours, the full episode is almost 25 (!) minutes long. 
Got half an hour to spare? 
<click here> to see the full video.
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For those of us with a little less ability to focus on something that long, i cut out a few snippets of the interview, each addressing a different topic.
There's still loads to see in the video that didn't make it to these cuts. So if you like to know more about the way we work, definitely check out the full episode when you have a chance.

Some snippets

About House of Thol
About Wren & Kiwi
About the Flower Constellations
About Waterworks
About winning the MKB Export Award
About ReCabinet
About the Poma/Olera series
About corona
Watch full episode

Credits & Sad news

Made by director Hans van Diest and presenter Anasuya Koopmans, with Peter Schrik handling the camera and mantage.

Sadly, about a week after the taping, we received news that Mr. van Diest had suddenly passed away, which is a great loss, both for his family, the local station and the whole community.
Watch full episode
More about the series on GL8
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Out now: House of Thol video portrait by ABN AMRO

2/6/2020

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Easy green living // a House of Thol portrait

Taped in the Before

Back in the Before, we shot this video for ABN AMRO with Freek Zonderland and his team. 
​We wrote this post about the 'making of', remember?
Oh what a different time it was: the middle of winter and no clue about Corona coming our way.
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Some of the shots were already incorporated in this ABN AMRO promo that was launched halfway February.

After that Everything Changed, and ABN AMRO understandably waited for better times to launch the personal video's.
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Although the current Corona mayhem is far from over, we're all looking forward fresh starts and positivity, which is why ABN AMRO released this video Today!

We hadn't seen the final cut before this either, and we're very happy with the way our sustainable House of Thol story comes across even in this short clip.
Also, the kids are super excited they're in this.

Many things changed since shooting the video.
In the world, obviously, but also at the House of Thol headquarters.
Out of necessity we upgraded the computer station to a full office (with a door), the workshop isn't nearly as organized as it was, and Thomas' hair grew to his shoulders.

We can't wait to be able to get to full working weeks again and steam on.
​This film coming out now, is a perfect boost for that.
Thank you ABN AMRO and everyone involved!
​Video not loading? <click here> to watch it on Youtube

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Film made by Freek Zonderland together with wirtzfilm

This film is also made with passion by:
Composer Mark Pütz
VO Sharon Harman
Sound Design & Mix Freek Philippi
Editor Kees Riphagen
Light, Grip & additional camera Stijn Jonkhart
Sound Sam Huisman
1st AC Jk Dibbets
2nd AC Joost Kelderman
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Super proud of this lovely film by ABN AMRO

16/3/2020

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The Gamechangers on film

Last year we were part of the ABN AMRO Gamechanger experience. 
With the help of ABN AMRO we developed the Poma/Olera series, which we got to showcase at the central Ketelhuisplein during the Dutch Design Week.
A few months later ABN AMRO got in touch again to see if we would be willing to be part of a short video about the banks' sponsorship approach.

We had an exciting day of filming back in January (click), and we're super happy to be able to show the first results!
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Film & Credits

Film made by Freek Zonderland together with wirtzfilm

This film is also made with passion by:
Composer Mark Pütz
VO Sharon Harman
Sound Design & Mix Freek Philippi
Editor Kees Riphagen
Light, Grip & additional camera Stijn Jonkhart
Sound Sam Huisman
1st AC Jk Dibbets
2nd AC Joost Kelderman

and there's more...

Featured in this film are: Fay van Baar , Kay Lee de Sanders, Ruben Spaargaren, The Veggie Week, Jorrit Croon, Nederlands Dans Theater (NDT), and the Ajax Vrouwen.
Super excited to be in a film together with all these lovely people! (i mean, come on, the Ajax vrouwen!).
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But that's not all: the filmmakers are also preparing several portraits each about one of the subjects.
​Coming soon! 
Watch the film and read the full ABN AMRO sponsoring story here
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'A Star-sign bouquet' - Anthurium.info on the Flower Constellations

18/2/2020

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4 languages of Anthurium galore

Anthurium are lovely flowering plants with an exotic origin that are grown in all types and varieties in greenhouses across the Netherlands.
The plant is a great air purifier, with long lasting flowers coming in a large variety of shapes and colors.

Anthurium.info was created to showcase the many beautiful Anthurium species cultivated by Dutch breeders.
The website doesn't only offer information about all kinds of Anthurium in 4 (FOUR) languages, it also aims to inspire with original content about anything that has to do with caring for and styling with Anthurium.
Read about the sustainability of Anthuriums, how to best care for the plants or learn how to create an Anthurium Kokedama. 
​A visit to Anthurium.info is definitely worth your time!

The Flower Constellations in English, Dutch, German & French

We're super happy floral designer Bob wrote a lovely piece about our Flower Constellations and how to use them.
Check it out here in <English> / <Dutch> / <German> / <French>
Anthurium info about the Flower Constellations | design by House of Thol - photograph by Masha Bakker
english
Anthurium info about the Flower Constellations | design by House of Thol - photograph by Masha Bakker
Nederlands
Anthurium info about the Flower Constellations | design by House of Thol - photograph by Masha Bakker
Deutsch
Anthurium info about the Flower Constellations | design by House of Thol - photograph by Masha Bakker
Francais
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New year, new.... shipping rates

1/1/2020

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It's that time of year again...

We happily ship our packages and letters with Dutch Postal service PostNL, which is usually pretty reliable (unless sometimes during the Holiday-period).
​PostNL updates its prices every once in a while, and January is the time to do that.
That means we're updating our shipping costs as well.
Find out below what that means for you. 
Please note: within the Netherlands we offer free shipment for orders from €75,-, order for more than €125,- for free shipping within the EU, and for more than €250,- for free shipping in the rest of Europe.

Within the Netherlands

Up to 100 grams (letter): €2,73
​100 - 350 grams (letter): €3,64
350 - 600 grams (mailbox-parcel): 4,75
600 grams and up (parcel): 7,25

International letters
​(for Bee Happy Flower Cards / Flower Constellations)

Up to 100 grams (letter): €4,50
​100 - 350 grams (letter): €7,50

International parcels 

Belgium, Germany: €10,-
United Kingdom, France, Austria, Denmark, Italy, Luxembourg, Spain, Sweden : €13,50
Rest of Europe: €18,50
Australia, Canada, Japan, Russia, USA (Rest of the World): €25,-
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Helios spotted by Milledoni!

6/12/2019

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Helios featured on Milledoni

Gifting a little love

Dutch online platform Milledoni is all about gifts.
Gifts for anyone, for any occasion and any budget.

We're super happy one of their scouts spotted our Helios and added it to their guide of gifts!
Remember this website: The next time you have no idea what to get your friend or colleague, visit Milledoni for the best ideas.
Good to know: all featured products link back to the original webshops where you can make your purchase
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Our 60 seconds of radio fame - listen here

24/10/2019

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Poma/Olera on Sublime Radio - leader via Sublime.nl

Sublime radio // Nieuws van de vooruitgang

Sublime is a Dutch radio station all about soul, funk and jazz. Aside from music, they feature a super cool side step into sustainable and social progress every hour called 'Nieuws van de vooruitgang' (news of progress).

During the opening weekend of the Dutch Design Week i had a chat about our Poma/Olera with lovely Francis Broekhuijsen, who kindly smiled all the way through my story while taping it. (sweet man for noticing i got a little nervous) 

Listen here

Listen to the (Dutch) piece here >
Sander and Francis zoom in on the Dutch Design Week fairly quick, and the Poma Olera series is the first project  discussed.

More can be found on Sublimes website.

For more information about the Poma/Olera, click here.
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The gift guide - getting ready for the season

6/9/2019

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Get it at the Creatives // House of Thol's gift guide of affordable design by Dutch independent design brands

Get it at the Creatives

Summer might not even be officially over yet, With the fall tradefairs all taking place this month, the Holiday Season already started in retail-land!

Because we're very familiar with the challenges involved with designing and marketing your own products, we created a 'Get it at the Creatives' gift guide filled with affordable Dutch Design.

Check it out, because all these creatives are still out there making beautiful things that you should definitely add to your wishlist!
Check out the gift guide
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Start spreading the news: Flower Constellations now available in the USA

13/8/2019

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Get the Flower Constellations at Uncommon Goods!

We're super excited that only one year after we launched them, the Flower Constellations are now available in the United States of America!!! Yeah!!

Uncommon Goods, webshop for unique gifts, home decor and more, picked up on our design a while ago, and after we sent over a few samples, the sales team gave their go and we shipped the first batch to the US right before our summer break.

So for all of you lovely people living in the US who can use a stylish tool for stellar flower arrangements or are looking for a flowery gift for a loved one , head over to UncommonGoods.com and order Flower Constellations now!

Not living in the US?
Our products are now being sold in 13 different countries around the world, so with a bit of luck there might be a store near you!
Check out our Store Locator for more information.
Flower Constellations now available at Uncommon Goods - design by House of Thol // photograph by Uncommon Goods
Flower Constellations now available at Uncommon Goods - design by House of Thol // photograph by Uncommon Goods
Flower Constellations now available at Uncommon Goods - design by House of Thol // photograph by Uncommon Goods
photographs via Uncommon Goods
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New newsletter alert!

16/5/2019

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Ophiuchus: Flower Constellation XL by House of Thol - photograph by Masha Bakker Photography

Missed our latest newsletter?

We sent out two newsletters today!
One in Dutch and one in English, of course about our new Flower Constellation XL: Ophiuchus.
Didn't receive anything? Don't worry, read them here!
Also, don't want to miss anything in the future?
​Sign up now!
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It's here! Welcome Flower Constellation XL: Ophiuchus

14/5/2019

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Flower Constellation XL: Ophiuchus / Design by House of Thol / Image by Masha Bakker Photography

Stylish arrangements in larger vases

Stylishly arranging flowers in a large vase can be challenging. You need a lot of flowers to fill up the neck, and it requires a skilled and artful hand to set the stems just right.
The Flower Constellations we developed so far, are too small for those vases, which is why we got a lot of requests for a larger version. We hear you!

Spanning a maximum diameter of 16 cm (6.3") the Ophiuchus Constellation is a perfect fit for larger vases, 
for example those for field fresh flowers or those vases that Dutch Designer made for that Swedish furniture company.

The Ophiuchus Constellation is not only larger when it comes to diameter, it also has wider holes, suitable for thicker stemmed flowers and small branches.

The thirteenth star sign ​

​Ophiuchus or 'Snakebearer' is called the thirteenth star sign, because, just as the 12 signs of the Zodiac, it crosses the sun's path (Ecliptica).
The official period of Ophiuchus would be between November 30th and December 18th.
Because we cut the Zodiac year in 12 equal parts, Ophiuchus didn't make it as one of the signs on the Zodiac.
We did not forget about this star sign and by making it a Flower Constellation, we're giving it a place on our flowery ecliptica.

Just as its smaller Flower Constellation relatives, the Ophiuchus Constellation is made of durable brass,. 
Its size is a step up from the larger Zodiac Constellations and fits vases with diameters ranging from 12,5 to 16 cm (4.9"-6.3").