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Geometric wood veneer and premium German wool lining sounds like the right ingredients for a cool iPad sleeve, don't they? Add in a leather and brass pull strap (no grabbing/tugging required) and you've got our attention. Choose between Eastern hardrock maple or Oregon black walnut. Will they have the right size for your precious device? If you have an iPad Air, iPad Mini, iPad Mini with Retina Display, and/or 13"...Read more

Picnics! Thank goodness that the weather is nice enough to enjoy a meal out-of-doors, and this a frame picnic table will keep things semi-civilized with a tabletop for your feast and built-in benches for your collective rear ends. Weather-resistant powder coated aluminum ensures longevity, but don't think it only has to live outside. You could move it indoors should you need an extra table for holiday gatherings, or maybe it...Read more

Do you like dominos? How do you feel about a color-based set of simplified dominoes? Perhaps the game won't need the same amount of brain power, but it's hard to argue with such a nice set of colorful plywood tiles. All ages would be able to enjoy, whether for actual game play or just playing around. By Danish design duo Lee Storm for HAY. Size: 5.5 x 3cm (2.15"H x...Read more

What just happened? How in the world did these constellation quilts by Mary Keasler skip the collective radar until now? One side is white, featuring the well-known constellation, and the reverse side is solid navy. As there is no true top or bottom, you may rotate the quilts as you wish for a new perspective of the night sky's brighter characters. 58" x 58" Made by Mary Keasler. Cygnus Quilted...Read more

We could do a guessing game as to what this item might be, but let's just get to the point and discuss one of the necessary things involved in personal hygiene: toilet paper. Where is it stored? How is it kept near the toilet/loo without being a complete eyesore? If you're lucky, you found some bathroom accessories that are affordable and easy to look at, but if you're like most...Read more

When searching for outdoor seating options, don't forget about the deck chairs from Artware Editions. They'd be easy to move from the car to sun to shade while at the beach, and you'll get some curious looks when people spot the unusual artwork upon the digitally-printed, sailcloth sling. There are beach/bath towels by some well known artists as well, so there's no need to hold back on displaying your art...Read more

Like the look of this Tripod Stool? You're in luck, as it's on sale until tomorrow, according to its description. Oh, and don't get too attached to the wooden top without considering the Marble Top version, as you might like a different material thrown into the mix. Oh, and be sure take a look at the Tripod Table, also able to be used as a short stool, which at $146...Read more

Need a new bed? Blu Dot's Station Bed features a padded upholstered headboard and a durable steel frame. Don't worry if pink (or gingham) is not your favorite color (or pattern) as there are various options to choose from- four headboard fabrics and two frame colors, to be exact. Station Queen Bed, $1,199.00 62.5"W x 39.5"H x 90.2"D...Read more

Hats off to you, Meri Meri, for providing a science-themed party kit for all of those parents beleaguered by the not-so-great current offerings at the local big box store. However, why is the Fundamental Party Collection only in the boys' section? Grumble, grumble. It could be under the 'general' category, or a gender neutral section, couldn't it? Fundamental Party Plates, $4.50 Pack contains 12 paper plates Plate size: 9 x...Read more

Whoa. This lamp commands attention with its size: at 26" diameter and a 22" height it won't fade into any room's background. A matte carbon aluminum shade has a white interior to maximize the light, and that neutral combination goes anywhere, with any color scheme. Best of all, the price sneaks under the $300 mark, so you can afford to have a hefty statement lamp (or two) above your dining...Read more

More pixilated textiles, though this time it's turned all the way up to an almost obnoxious color play of red, yellow, blue, green and black. Spanish artist and designer Cristian Zuzunaga is the man behind this silk and superfine merino wool blanket, and, if you're a fan of vivid colors and strong patterns, you'll want to take a look at the other items in his Bitmap collection, for there's a...Read more

Art collector alert: Do Ho Suh's Doorknob/Bathroom, $10,000 Map prints: MrCityPrinting For foodies or those dabbling in the culinary arts: Golden Eggs Octopus opens jar from the inside NdGT: the galaxy M100 is so far away that...   I know, not so many links this week. That's because staring into a computer screen isn't always so fun (gasp). Enjoy the weekend....Read more

Yes, here's another vase, but considering the holiday that takes place this Sunday, I figure there is going to be a plethora of flowers around, and you'll have ample opportunity to assess whether or not the receptacle in which they are placed is aesthetically acceptable. If it isn't, you're in the market for a better vase. Now, there's no question in my mind that these Weight Vases by Decha Archjananum...Read more

If you're vegan, just skip reading this post or spending too long looking at these pendant lights. For the rest of us, you might notice that these lamps are made of laser cut leather (locally sourced, mind you), hand molded and hand dyed to the correct color. As with other fine leather goods, they're not inexpensive, yet for certain rooms or environments, they just might be worth the price. Designed...Read more

Don't underestimate the effect a handwritten thank you note can have, especially as they're rare to give and receive nowadays. As someone who still occasionally writes notes to friends and family, folding a paper into an envelope seems like an efficient method of traditional correspondence, and that's exactly why this envelope notebook caught my eye. 16 sheets in total with four possible envelope folds. There's also a 6x4 Envelope Notebook,...Read more