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It's a sticky note in the shape of a full moon! For those of us that enjoy most things lunar, it's an add-to-cart no brainer. As you can see from the photos, the moon is printed on tracing paper, which allows for some transparency. Each pad is 20 sheets of Full Moon Sticky Notes. Dimensions: 2.8 x 2.8 in. Weight: 0.46 oz Material: Tracing Paper ...Read more

Lightweight yet strong, this stool can be used indoors or out, and, if you flip it over, it becomes an aluminum basket. Inspired by the fibrous skeleton of the Staghorn Cholla cactus and designed by Enrico Bressan, co-founder of Artecnica. Designer: Enrico Bressan for Artecnica Material: Recycled Aluminum Dimensions: 18" Dia X 18" H From our archives (originally published Apr 15, 2009). ...Read more

True draftsmen and architects may scoff at this ruler, but that doesn't change the fact that this is a beautiful object to grace your workstation with. Besides, drawing circles and arcs is just fun. ...Read more

What makes a good fingernail clipper? A sharp cutting edge, for sure, as well as slight curvature to follow your nail's natural growth. What usually irks you out about a fingernail clipper? The leftover clippings, of course. This fingernail clipper has a built in nail catching component that corrals clippings: you slide or lift the holder off to empty. And, yes, there's a Toenail Clipper as well. If these strike ...Read more

Delightful Paper Pop-Ups by Jenny Chen Reel DIY Bike storage by Yeongkeun Jeong and Aareum Jeong. Falling Slinky (the bottom doesn't move at all until the top catches up.) Also on kottke.org: Long-distance family portraits Infographic for Fruits, Veggies and Herbs, when are they in season? (via curiosity counts) It's summer. Time for Cabin Porn. Never Mind Your Abs -- Tone Your Brain (excellent illustration by Wendy MacNaughton) Enjoy ...Read more

Nice. DWR has picked up the Firepit by John Paul Plauché of Plodes Studio. It's one outdoor accessory I've long admired, and if I had the space (and money) I'd buy it in a heartbeat. Handcrafted of durable carbon steel, this Firepit also has two tops to enhance its function: a wood top for coffee table use ($160) and a grill top ($175) to make food a part of the party. Designed ...Read more

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 you ...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 in ...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