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Whoa, quite a big sale on this vegetable-tanned leather portfolio. It's hand stitched with nylon thread and has a long, leather strap to keep it securely closed. The handmade feel gives a nice balance to the technology it protects. Fits iPad, iPad2, and similarly sized readers. reg.: $190.00, sale: $104.50 Tablet Portfolio by Kenton Sorenson. Measurements: H 11.25" W 8" D .5" Materials: Six-ounce vegetable-tanned leather; nylon thread. Updated price...Read more

Update: This is on sale over at MoMA Store ($119.95, $107.95 members) if you need more room for your books. This Duo bookshelf gives an illusion of lightness to your little library. Might be a great option for above your nightstand if you've got a huge stack of books taking up all your table space. Holds up to 22 lbs. Designer: Ana Linares Made in USA Originally posted Sep 28,...Read more

With all your planned or unplanned activities this summer, you might want to have this little guy handy. Its compact size makes it perfect for grilling on terraces or tailgating (or camping, or on the beach). Big enough to grill whole fish yet small enough to easily carry around, it's the ideal tool for cooking up your summer meals. Available in black, red, or lime. Made of enamel-coated steel with...Read more

Without the title of this post to guide you, chances are you might not realize what exactly you're seeing in the above photo. However, the dirt background and white grease pencil would certainly clue you in after a little while, and if you're familiar with all of Scout Regalia's offerings, you'd have it pegged even sooner. The SR Garden ID tags are made of powder coated aluminum and are reusable,...Read more

If you're fond of Issey Miyake's faceted bags or, more specifically, the Geo Pillow by Mika Barr, then you might just want to check out this bag from Kisim. It's made in collaboration with Barr (hence the name of the bag), so you can have the same 3D fabric functioning as a carry-all for all your essentials. See the whole collection at Kisim....Read more

‘Diogene’, A Minimalist House Prize-Winning Flight of AeroVelo's Atlas (via thekidshouldseethis) Book-Shaped Clear Acrylic Book Weight How to talk to little girls Washing Your Hair on the Space Station Visible/Invisible, a furniture series by Brooklyn-based designer Takeshi Miyakawa EssayTyper Fork the Cookbook Genetics Are Awesome I don't play piano, but I'm excited about this: C.24 - The Music Keyboard for iPad   Have a lovely weekend!...Read more

What fits in your pocket and makes your next selfie look better? No, it's not a flask filled with a strong inebriant, it's this Pocket Reflector, that's what. And, don't worry, I say 'selfie' in an ironic sort of way, because goodness knows you're much too busy to take a photo of yourself in your latest outfit/hat/sunglasses, much less with the right sort of lighting. Of course this would be...Read more

Remember this guy? Designer Pauline Deltour worked with steel wire to create a few pieces for Alessi a few years ago, one of which is this little "A Tempo" Stool. Nice, isn't it? The other pieces in the "A Tempo" collection include the Laundry Basket and the Umbrella Stand). The "A Tempo" Stool is available in chrome-plated steel or red powder-coated steel. Dimensions: 17.75" H X 17" Dia Design by...Read more

One drawer might not cut it if you tend to collect lots of stuff on your desk, but if you lean towards the 'less is more' approach, then this desk might just be a good fit. A thin, iron frame gives strength without taking up too much visual space and the depth is right at 19", which means it could work as an entry console if you have the room....Read more

If you continually find yourself piling clothes and bags on the floors or furniture, it's time to add some wall hooks to your entryway and closet. As you might have guessed from their name, the MUCHroom wall hooks were inspired by mushrooms growing from a forest floor. Sold as a set of 3, the hooks are pre-screwed and come with 3 self-drilling wall anchors, just in case you need them....Read more

Looking for an elegant, small wall sconce? Look no more, for Rich Brilliant Willing has one that would work anywhere (probably) with any style. A strong yet warm beam of LED powered light rotates around to your chosen direction, giving you a perfectly clean, simple look next to your favorite reading spot. Materials: Milled Aluminum, Braided Cord Dimensions: Diam 5.25" x D 4" Also available from MATTER....Read more

Storage is a rare commodity for most, and the smokey, shale color of this new credenza from Blu Dot means that it could live pretty much anywhere in a home- bedroom, living, or dining. Leather pulls add a bit of luxury while adjustable shelves and wire management holes are there in case you'd rather store your DVD player and cable box than Tshirts and sweaters. There's also a Shale 2...Read more

If you're not in need of a some kind of a zipper pouch for travel needs, desk supplies, or to keep your bag organized, then you need to write some kind of book on minimal living. I won't buy it, of course, because I'm planning on buying a couple of Izola's zipper pouches to tuck away all manner of miscellany, thus solving any clutter in my bag or suitcase, not...Read more

There's a vague sense of responsibility I feel every time I come across decent Thank You cards, almost like I'm a schoolmarm rapping knuckles of anyone not writing their letters correctly. After all, handwriting has slowly become old-fashioned, as we all have turned towards typing out emails instead of picking up a pen. Perhaps that's precisely why Thank You cards are very special to give and receive nowadays; each is...Read more

At last! We can stop our search for the perfect window coverings, for Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec have come to the rescue with the Ready Made Curtain kit, and it's finally available to purchase. A curtain and its complete hanging system are included, and with a few assembly steps, you'll have one heck of a modern curtain that you can brag about. Oh, but wait, there's the issue of the...Read more