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Remember me halfway promising to find more outdoor showers for you? Here's one, and it's exactly the sort of thing you could make if you were truly industrious but you probably won't because it's $200. Seletti's Aquart Outdoor Shower has a hefty cement base and polished copper fittings. Hook it up to a hose, and voilà! You're ready to have your very own outdoor shower. Now, how to make sure...Read more

A 2018 calendar is exactly what you don't need in August, but, hey, why not get ahead of things and snap up one now? I still stand by my earlier thinking that this calendar is a must-have for anyone with lycanthropic leanings, as business can be scheduled around inopportune times. Size: 18"h x 32"w Materials: Paper Designer: Irwin Glusker...Read more

There's nothing wrong with having your head in the clouds every now and then, or so says Most Modest and Aces of Space. Their collaboration to create a "port hole to the sky" resulted in 'Clouds'- a captured fragment from Jacob van Ruisdael's "A Panoramic View of Amsterdam looking towards the IJ”, which was originally painted around 1665-70. Having a portion of a 17th century Dutch landscape hung in your...Read more

You know what will make your life better? The best ice cream scoop ever. The Bell-V is made of hand-finished and polished Teflon coated aluminum. It's ergonomically comfortable. It's black. I don't know what more information you need, because that's enough to convince me and I don't even eat ice cream. Storage box and storage pouch are included. Belle-V was founded by Dr. Karl Ulrich, Vice Dean of Innovation at...Read more

Please tell me you plan to fly a kite before the end of summer. After all, with Haptic Lab's colorful array of Diamond and Delta Kites, you know you're tempted. The patterns are pretty wonderful and they're quite affordable. And, besides, what in the world is more important than taking some time off to go outside during these last few days of summer and throw a kite into the air,...Read more

More minimal/modern quits, and this time they're from Tanja Vibe and Petra Olsson, the Danish-Swedish team known as All The Way To Paris. The quilts are cotton with polyester filling, and each one has graphic stripe patterns in softer primary colors. And, good news, they're sized to fit a queen bed, so they can be your main coverlet/blanket for your bedroom, and not just a small throw size that you...Read more

I hesitate to use the word 'dainty' to describe these lamps from RestartMilano, mostly because it brings to mind doilies and frail flowers. With their sleek swivel arms and warm brass finish, these lamps are just the opposite, yet the thin silhouette allows for a light touch in any interior, allowing other elements to take center stage. And, as an update, the Short Wall Lamp is now on sale. Dimensions:...Read more

- Metamaterials make it possible to create mechanisms from a single piece of plastic - How to Be Better at Stress - Adult Award Ribbons - Going somewhere? Travel Map Laundry Bags - Giant Watermelon Stool - Here's how you can actually help stop climate change - IKEA launches solar battery packs to rival Tesla's Powerwall - Really nice Candle Snuffer Collection Enjoy your weekend....Read more

Need some flexible outdoor lighting? The Balad Lamp from Fermob is just the right size to tote around. And, compared to some other portable, outdoor lights (like the Uma), it's absolutely affordable. The aluminum handle has a button at its base that dims the light and turns the lamp on and off. As a bonus, the accompanying Small and Large Stand transform the hand-held Balad into a floor lamp for...Read more

Does pour over coffee taste better? That's up for debate, but there's certainly something relaxing about mastering a brewing technique that requires patience. This Pour Over Coffee Dripper by Tetsuya Otani is beautifully crafted, so you'll enjoy the aesthetics of your preparation as well as the taste of the finished brew. Designer/Maker: Tetsuya Otani Materials: Porcelain...Read more

I know you don't need more clutter around your desktop, but these 3D puzzles are small, fun, and inexpensive. Maybe you could get a few to encourage coworkers little ones to use their brain skills for something other than staring at their phones? They'd be fun puzzles to keep out on shelves, or to disassemble for another day. 3D Puzzle Dinosaur, $6.00 each - Dinosaur Picked At Random (Tyrannosaurus Rex,...Read more

Remember this guy? The que Bottle has a smart spiral design that shrinks into half of its size for easy transport. It's made of BPA-free food-grade silicone (completely plastic-free) that keeps it lightweight, dishwasher safe, and taste and odor free. It's now available directly from the makers (instead of Kickstarter). A 100% kitchen-grade stainless steel lid tops things off with a secure air-seal that prevents spills and leaks. Fill it...Read more

A special, standing pen! It won't walk away from the reception's guestbook, because it's a big pen with geometric heft, and can't be tucked into a pants pocket easily (without an obvious bulge, that is). The tip is easily removable for refill with any ballpoint pen cartridge. Available in several colors and three different shapes. Designed by Clara Von Zweigbergk Material: Beech Dimensions: 7.25x1.5x1.5" / 18.4x3.8x3.8cm...Read more

Braaiiins!! Feel free to pretend you're a zombie, and walk around disjointedly with your arms extended and your head cocked to the side whilst saying that, as it's entirely appropriate. Just don't bite into this particular brain, as the two hemispheres are made of concrete. Designer Bertrand Jayr brings these smart bookends to our bookshelves- they're excellent pieces of heavy 'gray matter' to hold your books in place. Designer: Bertrand...Read more

You can't afford a commissioned Turrell light installation in your living room, but maybe you can afford a Concentric Wall Light from Marset. It's still expensive, sure, but if you're a big fan of glowing color, you're going to like the options you get from the concentric design, especially in the dark. "...while on an airplane journey, the fixture’s designer noticed the effect of the sunlight entering through the windows...Read more