Every creative studio has its little mysteries. A piece from a collection that disappeared too soon. An experiment that turned out much cuter than expected. A handful of materials waiting for their next great idea. Prototypes, prototypes, prototypes!
And around here, those things have a home: The Studio Drawer.
Now, don't go picturing a perfectly organized antique dresser full of labeled compartments. The Drawer is more of a concept than a literal drawer (although the vintage furniture fantasy is very tempting). Think of it as my unofficial archive of good stuff that deserves to see daylight again.
So, what's actually in The Studio Drawer?
A little of this, a little of that, and quite possibly your new favorite thing. Depending on what I'm working on, you might find past collection favorites, limited edition one-off pieces, one-of-a-kind prototypes, rediscovered components, or accessories that simply never fit neatly into another collection.
Sometimes a design is too good to leave behind just because its original season has passed. Sometimes an experiment becomes a keeper. Sometimes I come across something while reorganizing the studio and wonder, when the hell did I even make this?!
That's exactly the energy of The Studio Drawer!
Why a rotating collection?
Because creativity doesn't always arrive in neat, matching sets. I don't want every good idea to need a huge official launch or a perfectly coordinated product family.
The Studio Drawer gives me room to share the oddballs, little favorites, and limited quantities as I discover, or, rediscover them. A drop might be tiny, and once a particular piece is gone, there may not be another exactly like it ever again!
What should you expect?
Surprises. Small runs. Some familiar faces. A few things you didn't know you needed until you saw them.
I'll share what's included in each drop as pieces are listed, with product details and availability on the individual listings. No mystery about what you're actually buying, just a little fun in what turns up next!
While you're poking around...
There's always more to explore at Olive + Arrow. Browse the bag charms and keychains section for little personality packed extras, or visit the revived vintage spoon rings for treasures with another life to live.
The Studio Drawer is a reminder that not everything wonderful needs to be brand new. Sometimes the best finds have been here all along!
Consider this your invitation to snoop around ;)