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In your search for desk accessories, don't forget about Scanwood's various pieces. It looks like Cooper Hewitt Shop has most of the collection except for the Pen Holder, which you can find at AllModern ($18.25). Wood Pen Cup, $25.00 Paper Clip Holder, $15.00 Tape Dispenser, $15.00 Wood Letter Trays, $50.00 Note Box, $15.00 (not pictured)...Read more

What's the big deal about large, spherical ice molds? Well, besides them looking cooler than a bunch of small cubes, they melt slower, meaning they'll cool your drink without watering it down (as much as a bunch of small cubes). And, if you're a little skeptical about how well the sphere holds up, I can personally attest after 2 weeks of festive imbibing (hic!) these Tovolo ice spheres have kept...Read more

Not many links as it's the first week back to work, but here's a few to help your afternoon go by a bit faster. How Not to Test for Electrostatic Discharge Imagine a Living Mars 12 Awe-Inspiring Photos of Lightning How fast could you travel across the U.S. in the 1800s? (via Lapham's Quarterly) Tsuneaki Hiramatsu - Firefly Road (2012) Have a nice weekend!...Read more

Now that the fiscal cliff has been averted, let's celebrate by buying a new sofa. You sit it in practically everyday, so it's just as important as your car, right? It'll be your first sound investment for 2013. DWR is having their Living Room Sale, and that means you can save 15% off their various seating and lighting options. The Rest Two-Seater Sofa catches the eye for its compact proportions...Read more

Here's another year-at-a-glance calendar for your consideration. The 2013 Linear Calendar has the year laid out like a book page, reading from left to right, top to bottom. Choose either the light blue with red ink or the charcoal with silvery-white ink. Letterpress printed onto thick poster stock. 24" x 18"...Read more

Well, doesn't this look promising? Compact desks are rather hard to find nowadays, so it's refreshing to see one with a minimal design aesthetic that's affordable. Plus, how lovely would it be just to close it all up once you're done with your email/work? No tidying necessary, just close the hinge and you'll not need to stare at your laptop and other miscellany. There's a small storage shelf along the...Read more

How about some Richard Neutra interiors for your Thursday fix? In 2010, Iwaan Baan documented all of Neutra's houses in Europe built between 1960-1970, specifically focusing on how each space is being used today. Images above: Rang House - Konigstein im Taunus - Germany, 1961 by Iwaan Baan....Read more

Flash sale sites are feeling a little old nowadays, but it's nice to see there's still a few tempting deals at wallet-pleasing prices. Gilt has a slight sale on the Chemex Coffeemaker along with 100 Prefolded Chemex Filter Squares. In my opinion, coffee from this thing actually tastes better than coffee from a machine, and it makes you feel a little like a chemist doing experiments with life-saving liquids (which,...Read more

Now that the holiday season has passed, it's time to focus on escaping for ski trips or warmer climes. And what will you need to distinguish your bag from all the other black cases at the airport? How about a custom leather tag hand stamped with your name, phone number, and email address? (Skip your address, for safety concerns and/or just in case you move house.) On a personal note,...Read more

That's right, the next time an impromptu celebration is called for, you'll not be caught unawares. You'll have this re-usable Make Your Own Banner Kit, which has 100 multicolored letters with spacers, links, and hanging strings, so you will be able to spell out whatever message is appropriate to the occasion, to the delight of all party attendees. Size: 6h x 5.25w x 2"d Materials: Paper, Steel Brads, String...Read more

I've seen this in person and it truly is a lovely little stool. Perfect for tight spots, it folds down the middle so that it can be stored easily on the wall and free up valuable floor space. It's not the least expensive stool, of course, but the craftsmanship is entirely apparent. Designer: Russell Pinch Solid walnut frame with solid elm top. Accompanying walnut peg for wall mount. 410 x...Read more

So now that we're all back at our desks and ready to face the new year, let's start with making sure we have tabs on the important dates of 2013. This calendar lays out the whole year all at once so you can see at a glance what's happening when. Do take a look at the other calendars we've posted if this one doesn't fit the bill. 22.4" x 18.1"...Read more

Happy Holidays! Our thanks goes out to you, dear reader, for visiting us often, and to each of our sponsors that have helped us keep the site up and running. We're signing off until the New Year, so here's hoping you have a very happy holiday season. Stay safe and warm, and do try and enjoy yourself. Shown above: 18" Unlit Charlie Brown Christmas Tree, $10.48...Read more

You might know Michael Mundy from an afternoon with..., as he's photographed quite a few interesting people and their spaces. Michael's the last person to share their give/get list for this holiday season. Thanks again to everyone that has participated this year- it's been great to see each and every point of view. Here's Michael's give /get list: 1. A new Journal from Il Bisonte, $188 2. Small flashlight from...Read more

If you've ever written with Hi-Tec-C Pen, you know it's amazing and well worth the price. CW&T have designed a stainless steel casing that looks a hundred times better than the original plastic casing, and a stainless steel sleeve for protection. If you missed their Kickstarter campaign, you can now purchase it for the retail price of $150. Includes Pilot Hi-Tec-C 0.3mm black ink refill Accepts any Pilot Hi-Tec-C refills...Read more