Slowdown Journal

What Even Is Affordable Art? Let’s Redefine It Affordable art isn’t about “settling.” It’s about discovering beauty that speaks to you—without sacrificing rent or your weekend plans. From framed prints...

Think of your bedroom as more than just a room. It’s where the day ends, dreams begin, and Sunday mornings linger a little longer. Whether you’re in the middle of...

Let’s clear something up: recycled cotton isn’t just a sustainability buzzword—it’s a design philosophy here at Slowdown Studio. One that trades waste for intention, and proves (once and for all)...

Color is more than decoration. It’s emotion. Memory. Mood. A bold brushstroke across your daily life. Whether you’re drawn to punchy primaries or subtle sage, adding color to your home...

Pillows: the unsung heroes of home. From late-night movies to midday naps, they’re always there—cradling heads, catching crumbs, and making everything feel a little softer. But even the best bed pillows...

Let’s set the record straight: a throw blanket isn’t just for when it’s chilly or you’re deep in a Netflix spiral. It’s an interior design secret weapon—one that brings instant...

Adding a light weight woven blanket to your wall isn’t just a cozy design choice—it’s a statement with Slowdown Studio. Whether you're looking to create a stunning wall feature in...

We chatted to London-based artist Belinda Robbie about the process of screen printing, her studio, and balancing art with motherhood

To celebrate the release of our knit blanket capsule collection with Jesse Brown, we spoke to the LA-based artist about his work, process, and becoming a "full weirdo, outsider art,...

We chatted with Studio Hecha's founder/maker/designer Haley Ann Bradley about her design process, finding the work/life balance as one half of a creative couple, and the best food in LA and Portland.

An interview with our recent collaborator; designer, illustrator, and all-round good guy Marco Cheatham about animation, St Louis, and his three legged cat.

We had a chat with the Paris-born ceramicist and designer, Ninon (aka neen) Choplin about their thoughts on bringing playfulness to adult objects, LA's special love for ceramics and how...