Christmas is the time to decorate the tree with spider webs, fight with the neighbours, invite the dead to dinner or hit a log to poop out the presents…
Year: 2021
Enameled tableware – a modern kitchen classic
Enameled tableware with a vintage aesthetic is back with a vengeance. It is a growing trend in the modern kitchen. But do you know exactly what enamelling is?
A Fantastik world of colors #3
Third post of the series “A Fantastik world of colors”, visiting some very authentic, original and colourful places. Just like our philosophy.
A brief tin toy history
We’ll take a brief look at the evolution of toys made of tinplate. From the beginnings in Europe to the last original examples in Japan.
Who was Jesús Malverde?
The figure of a gentleman with a moustache, white shirt, red handkerchief and wads of banknotes in his hands is much adored in Mexico. Also known as the “generous bandit”, he gained the reputation of a Robin Hood in the country.
The challenge of the 2021 Chinese New Year
A year after the pandemic began, China is suggesting its citizens to stay at home for the New Year. Difficult task, since more than a billion people travel during this festive season.
The Russian dolls that come from Japan
Matryoshkas or mamushkas are the typical Russian dolls, recognised as one of the icons of Russian culture. Curiously, however, they were not created in Russia. It seems that their origin is Japanese.
A look back to 2020
No doubt 2020 has been a very difficult year and will be a year we will all remember forever. At Fantastik, when we look back on the year that is ending, the word that comes to mind is THANK YOU.
