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If you're looking for inexpensive art, you'd do well to check out the offerings on Valerie Rubinaccio's RISINGgoods Etsy shop. There's quite a few pleasing geometric landscapes, and they'd make an impact without leaving a huge hole in your wallet. Wanderer Print 11, 8 x 10, $28.00 Wanderer Print 10, 8 x 10, $28.00...Read more

Just how tidy would all your cables be if you had this felt bag from Redmaloo? With plenty of room for mouse and cables, you'd most likely win the 'most tidy' award, and, if there's no such thing in your circle of friends, then just give yourself a big pat on the back for avoiding a tangled mess. Several colors to choose from....Read more

This natural coir doormat will be a perfect place to clean off muddy or sandy shoes. Now, whether or not it actually deters or redirects burglars from your own front door, that's a risk you'd best mitigate with other methods (alarm system, booby traps, etc.). Made in India. Materials: coir, vinyl, enamel 30" L x 18" W Recommended for indoor and outdoor use. Care instructions: clean with a garden hose....Read more

It's officially summer, so there's minimal jackets and scarves lying around, but what about all those hats and bags strewn about your front door? Consider this simple rope structure: you're able to position the hooks freely, and when you hang an object the hooks lock into place. The polymide rope is usually used for mountain climbing, so rest assured that it will safely hold up to 30 lbs. of whatever...Read more

Our gadgets are continually shrinking but sometimes it takes some backwards thinking to solve a design problem. Traditional touch-screen styli are small and easy to lose. The Cipher Credit Card Stylus enlarges the stylus and makes it credit card size, ensuring you'll know exactly where to put it and never misplace it. Clever, clever, I'd say. The Cipher is currently in its refinement phase at Quirky, stay tuned in to...Read more

Quick, what do you think this is? It's from Ten Design Stationery, so, yes, it's desk related. Answer and info below. ...If you guessed a bookmark, you are correct! It's a Silicone Bookmark with a ring on top. That ring can be used to easily take a book out from the bookshelf, as a penholder, or even as a hanger (if your book isn't too heavy). Set of 4 bookmarks...Read more

Nice job, Erich Ginder. This floral wallpaper is created from ASCII symbols. From far away, you see a dot-like floral motif; close up, you see a bunch of characters. Handmade in the United States. Black ink on white cotton paper. Rolls measure 27" wide by 5 yards. $140.00 per roll....Read more

The pieces of the Minotake collection by Japanese furniture designer Koizumi Makoto and Kohchosai Kosuga are quite beautiful, so much so that it's easy to forget that they're simply eating and cooking utensils. Utilizing the "natural curvature, lightness and strength of bamboo", the spoons and spatula are ergonomically friendly, which, sadly, is rare to find in today's marketplace. While the smaller spoons don't look exactly suitable for soup, they do...Read more

It's full-on summertime, so don't forget to put the Röshults collection on your 'what-to-buy-if-I-win-the-lottery' list. They definitely have one of the best outdoor collections I've ever seen. The grills. The kitchen sink. The garden trolley. All amazing. However if you're not loaded, don't get too attached; a whole set could set you back 10 grand easy. The stand out favorites are below; see website for the whole collection and more...Read more

There's a ton of options for printing Instagram photos, but none are going to be as fun these cute little 20mm stickers. Comes in a booklet of 252 stickers per order, so rest assured you'll have enough to pass around....Read more

These pendants get top points in the lighting-made-from-scraps category; both lights are made from the cutoff forms left over from the Merkeled Coat Rack. Each shade is made of powder-coated aluminum panels that are folded and fastened together, and you can hang them either straight down or slightly askew. The wiring is UL listed with a plug and can be wired for your specific needs. materials: powder-coated aluminum Merkled Light...Read more

I've had the Card Speaker on my wish list for a while now but I think I've found a replacement with the release of this new speaker. The Nixon TPS is a portable speaker system made for media players and notebook computers. The battery charges through USB and is good for 6 hours of jams. Two can be linked together for enhanced stereo separation and volume. Available in silver, green,...Read more

Here's a toothbrush that allows you to rinse without the aid of a glass- it has a small channel for water to flow up and outwards to provide you with a fountain of water. And, the bristles may be popped out and replaced so that you can use the toothbrush longer and minimize waste. See video below....Read more

Whiteboards need not be white. IdeaPaint is a clear paint-on coating that can be applied to any smooth surface for dry erase functionality. The basic kit at $225 covers 50 square feet and includes roller, stir stick, can opener, and wet paint sign. It looks especially good on woodgrain, and would work great in the office or kids' room....Read more

Democrats & Republicans Disagree on Brands, Too This place has an interesting bed storage solution: Potts Point Apartment (via design milk) The secret meaning of the lines on a Solo cup (which turns out to be completely coincidental) "The most inspiring leaders are those who don’t work at a job but pursue a calling." from the article Homeless Man Turned Millionaire Offers The Best Advice I Ever Got We Americans...Read more