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Prettypegs Together with NYC-based potter Helen Levi, Swedish company Prettypegs is now launching a limited collection of ceramic knobs to give your IKEA furniture a one-of-a-kind look. In just minutes, your outdated IKEA cabinet such as Besta, Metod, or Ivar will transform into a modern, high end piece. kPHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF HANNA GRANKVIST.
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andmade from tinted clay, these ribbed and unglazed knobs have a super tactile texture and were inspired by one of Helen’s previous designs which she calls “Corduroy” where clay pieces are made using an extruder, - basically a giant pasta maker - that pushes clay through a shaped die. “Like most people, I have purchased many IKEA pieces over the years. In the past I’ve bought vintage knobs to make them more special because I didn’t know about Prettypegs - I love that people can make an affordable upgrade to their furniture to
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have more design in their home”, says Helen Levi and continues, “Making knobs felt like a natural extension of my work since I love creating something that is part of people’s everyday life.” The Pottery Collection is limited and consists of two knobs; Corduroy Pin and Corduroy Knob, as well as a longer handle called the Corduroy Bar. They all come in the colors Terracotta, Sand, Dove Blue, and Sage Green, and you can either choose to go for a more subtle look with knobs in the same model and color - or mix and match models and colors all together for a more personal look.
