The Kage Story

Some of you may know that Zach has been making these lamps. I like to call them "lanterns" because they require a dim light bulb, and I think that term has a moodier sound. Here's a peek into how they are made.

Process is always interesting to me... sometimes more than the actual product. In this case, it's just as interesting as the outcome. These new lanterns are named "KAGE" which means shadow in Japanese (Ka-ge), and due to the expanded metal, they look like cages. These are exactly what you need in your home to forget about that ugly light fixture in the ceiling. Or, just to add to your collection of modern, usable art. The shadows cast by these small-scale sculptures create installations out of rooms. You get a different effect as you re-position each light. Available in 4 shapes with sleek, stealth personalities of their own.   Available atsoftboiled.etsy.com

1. Dip




2. Hang to dry




3. Bend (This was an undipped lamp)




4. Add light

Aug. 1st Mission - French Toast

It's a beautiful Saturday in the NYC area! Here's a french toast recipe for your weekend. Now off to the pool...

5 pcs. of sliced bread
2 eggs
1/3 cup of milk
a little butter for the pan
a little cinnamon powder
a little regular sugar
maple syrup for topping

Heat a medium sized pan with a little butter, over medium heat. Beat eggs in a container big enough to fit a piece of bread for coating, add milk, some cinnamon and sugar. Dip a silce of bread in the eggs, once on each side. You don't want to soak the bread, just enough to cover the outside. Place in heated pan with butter evenly melted. Cook each side about 4-5 minutes, or until golden brown, over medium heat. Repeat for each slice, top with maple syrup.