Maybe this won't necessarily make your life better, but it certainly couldn't hurt to get a new perspective of your view, right?

"This self-adhering sticker can be placed on a window to create a fisheye view of your neighborhood, skyline, or yard. Made of silicon rubber."

Size: 11.5h x 10"diam.

$18.00, $16.20 Members, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

This deck will give you that sinister/unshakable look for your poker game (or Old Maid, if that's your thing).

"A deck of cards entirely in black. The design, particularly for Jokers, Kings, Queens and Jacks, also add another unique touch. Play cards with design and style."

$16.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

This crisp white cotton bedding with charcoal stripes is the perfect option for summer (it just looks cool and clean, doesn't it?).

Materials: 100% cotton. 200 thread count.

Twin Pillowcase (pair), $28.00 Queen Pillowcase (pair), $33.00 King Pillowcase (pair), $38.00 Twin Fitted And Flat Sheet Set, $108.00 Twin Duvet, $120.00

Full Fitted And Flat Sheet Set, $128.00 Queen Duvet, $142.00 Queen Fitted And Flat Sheet Set, $142.00 King Duvet, $164.00 King Fitted And Flat Sheet Set, $164.00

$28.00-$164.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

Take a look at this bench; the cross braces create pattern and interest on an otherwise simple spare design.

The wood used to create this product is certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). Made from solid wood, MauMau Bench pushes the boundaries of the material, creating a sturdy timber form that appears to have been constructed from folded paper. What at a distance seems to be a basic shape, becomes increasingly complex as you move closer.

Available solid woods: Oak (specify white or traditional oiled), Cherry, Walnut (add $450), or Painted Beech (Shown in traditional oiled Walnut)
41.14" x 14.57" x 17.72"

$1,195.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

So, here's a rather personal recommendation for anyone searching for some patio furniture on a small budget: I recently decided to get a couple of butterfly chairs for our patio because a) they're inexpensive, b) they're decent looking and c) comfortable. After spending an enjoyable evening last weekend sipping mojitos in seated comfort (knowing I didn't spend an arm and a leg helped), I can say I'm relatively happy with my purchase*. I got the red color with the black frame (as pictured, polyester fabric on a folding steel frame.), but there are all sorts of options to choose from.

27L x 33W x 35H inches
$59.99, Buy it here.

(*If for any reason I become unhappy by the quality or construction, I'll make a note of updating this post)

[posted by katie]

This is one crazy octopus-like chandelier, but the industrial feel could look very good in the right sort of setting. Looks like you'd have license to hang it however you'd like, so that could be fun figuring out whether to go symmetrical or all-out random.

Around the turn of the century, designers like Adolf Loos were drawn to the austere beauty of industrial light fixtures and adapted them for home interiors. In that spirit, we’ve taken the bare essentials of lighting - wires, sockets and bulbs - and elevated them to a lofty aesthetic. The chandelier can be hung in any configuration to suit any room's decor. Ten fabric-covered cords extend from a circular bronzed ceiling plate. Clear oversized bulbs have visible filaments (included). Cords are 46" l.

Overall: 5.5" diameter, 50.5" long
Canopy: 5.5" diameter, 1.5" high

$399.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

This large mural (13'8"w, 8'3"h) would be perfect for a hallway or a plain white wall.

Printed on heavy duty 80lb wet strength paper in 8 easy-to-hang panels, this lush photo-realistic mural is simple to install and remove.

[posted by kris]

This complete set includes a Letter Tray Set, Long Box with Lid, Business Card File, Business Card Holder, Modular Organizer and Mouse Pad.

[posted by kris]

I was just at Ikea and I actually really liked this piece in person. It has a cover which looks like wool (but is actually a synthetic of some sort).

[posted by kris]

This is super smart and so inexpensive it's ridiculous...

Daniel Young, a New York-based inventor / designer...discovered that simply by cutting slits into the fluting of corrugated board he could harness its extraordinary capacity to hold and release inserted flat objects, like chess or checkers pieces. Young's first invention, New Wave ^TM Chess (patent pending), can practically be played in a hurricane without the pieces leaving position.Welcome to the world of extreme chess, where players can literally "Frisbee" the 3-ounce 9-inch square New Wave Chess board across the room without disturbing the position of the pieces...Another inventive feature transforms checker piece into kings by simple rotation. New Wave Chess comes with a carrying case and pouches for the pieces.

$12 plus shipping, Buy it here.