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A few people have emailed us about Third Drawer Down®, and pretty much the only reason there hasn’t been a post until now is because it’s difficult to choose just one to highlight. They have made common objects such as aprons, tea towels and kercheifs into usable art and I know there’s quite a few I would frame. Also, keep in mind these would be excellent gifts for anyone who has a kitchen (which is almost everyone).

“By placing art into the most domestic of circumstances, Third Drawer Down® products promote an ongoing dialogue between art and everyday life, whilst promoting the work of International Artists and Designers.”

Shown above (left):
A Piece of Tea (2005),
Frederique Daubal (FRA)
Screenprint and Embroidery on 100% Linen Tea Towel
70cm x 50cm,
Edition: 1000
about $36.00 plus postage

Shown (right):
Portrait of a History of Modern Art as a Sanitary System (1993),
Margaret Morgan (US)
Screenprint on 100% Linen
50cm x 70cm,

Something like this makes me want to cook just so I could use it.

“This curious object is intended to be a soy sauce dropper, but would work well for other liquids in your gourmet pantry, like your fanciest olive oil. Fill with your liquid of choice, hold your finger over the hole in the dropper and lift – you control the drops with a little bit of physics. This elegant glassware will look beautiful on your dining table.”

3″ diam, 4″ high

These really are pretty clever…

“Each wooden cutting board comes with a different laser engraved illustration that is positioned according to the natural grain of the wood creating a whimsical little scene.”

Choose between Astronaut, Eskimo, Skiier, Vespa, Gardener, Swimmer.

Acacia wood; oiled.

Size: 9″ x 13″ x .6″ (23 x 34 x 1,5 cm)

“hand blown carafes made to the highest standard of italian glassmaking. the visual of one container floating inside another is striking.

available in carafe or sfera (round shape) design”

dimensions:
carafe:
150ml 5″h x 3″dia
250ml 8″h x 5″dia
sfera: 150ml 4″h x 6″

The guys at furni have designed an affordable, eco-friendly cutting board with interchangeable preparation bowls. I just love those furni guys. They have really great designs at really affordable prices.

:: laminated bamboo construction
:: 16% harder than maple, ecologically responsible & a highly renewable resource
:: includes 3 interchangeable preparation bowls
:: bowls are quality stainless steel (18/8) 4 1/4” diameter
:: non slip rubber feet
:: ready to use unfinished or can be treated with mineral oil
:: dimensions: 15 1/4” x 10 1/2” x 1 1/2”

Be oh-so clever with this literary leaning cutting board.

“The story behind this unique cutting board is that after cutting your meats or veggies it can be stored alongside your row of cookbooks – and, as a sequal, is ideal for use as a cheese board.”

Quite a clever design:

“The Ming Oil & Vinegar Set from Dutch design firm Jansen + Co. takes the classic form of the wine glass and turns it on its head, literally. We love it, and not just because it’s clever – the stem reduces the flow just the right amount, so it’s easy to measure as you pour. Ships in a stylish box and includes a funnel for easy filling, plus a cleaning brush.”

Dimensions: 3″ x 6.75″

I love this canister, designed by Sergio Asti in 1967.

This is kinda cute and really affordable.

Measures 4-1/2″ long x 5/8″ deep.

The Jasper Morrison Kettle for Rowenta is currently on sale. Since it is limited to stock on hand I assume that means you better get it while the gettin’s good.

The 12-cup Kettle has an innovative pressure sensor for automatic shut-off.

Limited to Stock on Hand.

This looks to be quite handy- a pair of cutting boards that work together or apart. Each board has a dished serving section on each side, perfect for a simple meal for two in front of that box in the living room that lights up and talks.

Materials: bamboo, nickel plated steel
20.5″ x 14″ x 2.5″

Sometimes you just need your apples cored. Why not do that with an amazing corer from themagazine.info?

I love my wooden utensils. They’re so kind to my cookware and feel great to use (not like those parvenu silicone utensils of late).

These are handmade in China by manufacturing partners who demonstrate a commitment fair labor practices and environmental standards

I’m fond of tidy, stackable-type things, and this fits all of those table-top condiments into a neat stack for easy trips to and fro the table…

“By designer Koen De Winter, the Stack is Perfect for holding any number of table condiments including salt & pepper, coarse sea salt, chili peppers or sauce, and can even provide a tidy resting place for those pesky spent tea bags.”

7.75″ H x 5″ Dia.
5 Pieces including matching spoon.
Matte White Stoneware
Imported from Canada

I just love Product Dose. They have great product picks and come up with some real gems. Like these pots and pans by Jasper Morrison