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The next wish list to be shared is by none other than Carl MH Barenbrug, Editor-in-Chief of Minimalissimo. Thank you, Carl, for sharing your list of minimalist gifts to give and get this holiday season. 1. CLIC Marble iPhone Case by Native Union, $79.99 2. The Pen by AJOTO, £ 120.83 3. Coffee Mug by Ember, $144.00 4. Minimalissimo Nº1, £ 12.00 5. MUJI Air Purifier 6. Scissors by Craft...Read more

Would you believe that we originally featured Marcel Wanders' Sponge Vase way back in the fall of 2007? Here's a quick lesson on how it's made: a sponge form is dipped into fluid porcelain clay, then fired in an oven where the sponge burns away, leaving only the porcelain form in its place. Neat, right? I'd count it among one of the top gifts for any discerning design fan, as...Read more

Maybe a bookend sounds like a boring gift, but this isn't just a bookend. It also holds CDs (remember those?) and papers, thanks to its angled side slots. It would be an excellent entryway or office accessory, as it would do multiple jobs of holding and organizing books and papers. Fun tidbit of info: it was inspired by the Dome of Milan. Rotate the bookend (on its long edge) to...Read more

Trust me, you don't need a $700 wood basket. However, if you've got loads of money in the bank, then you might enjoy placing your logs in this powder-coated metal basket trimmed with leather (from Swedish tannery Tärnsjö). To complete your fireplace accessory kit, consider adding Eldvarm's Fireplace Tool Set Emma and their Brush and Shovel set to match. Designer: Eldvarm Design Country: Sweden Materials: Powder Coated Steel With Leather...Read more

Ah-ha! Here's the perfect gift for anyone who ever draws anything. Compact and lightweight, the Wörther Pencil is ideal for all sorts of sketching and writing. It comes with a 3.15mm thick graphite lead and is shaped with a thick, hexagonal barrel to make it a pleasure to hold. Lightly lacquered finish. This pencil will wear and develop a patina over time and with use. Designer/Manufacturer: Wörther Material: Maple, Plum,...Read more

To kick off our annual sharing of wish lists, we have Daniel To and Emma Aiston of Daniel Emma giving us a peek of what they'd like to give or get this holiday season. Thanks to Daniel and Emma for sharing your lists again this year! Emma's Wish List: 1. a years supply of these! Haigh's Dark Chocolate Speckles, $9.60 (pack of 4) 2. best smell ever! Byredo's Gypsy Water,...Read more

We're all really, really lucky that Mette Hay (co-founder of design brand HAY) put together these gift sets, because now finding a gift for a friend or co-worker is super easy. What about the Neutral or Colorful Stationery Gift Set for a co-worker? Or the Kitchen Gift Set or the Toiletries Gift Set for a sibling or friend? All hit the right note of fun and functional. Shown above: Colorful...Read more

As we're in full gift-finding mode, it's very appropriate to feature truly classic gifts- the kind of gifts that hold value no matter the year. Now, you might have seen Iittala's Kastehelmi Collection before, but take another look and pay attention to each piece. They're quite pretty in a very elegant, classic way, don't you think? I've seen them used to hold jewelry/trinkets, snacks and food stuffs, and even plants....Read more

A durable tote that converts to messenger, shoulder bag, and backpack sounds like a good idea, doesn't it? The XFR Tote expands and collapses, so it's ideal for a shopping tote. It's also made from the highest grade 600D Double-Sided Tarpaulin with bound internal edges- that means solid construction that won't disintegrate after a heavy grocery shop. Small loops near the handles enable you to clip in additional straps for...Read more

Talk about a great gift- you can't go wrong with the Polaroid Snap Instant Digital Camera. Why? Because who doesn't like taking instant photos? It blends nostalgia with updated digital technology, and is small enough to take with you wherever you're going this holiday season. You (or the recipient) will have fun with it, no doubt about it. Details: 10 megapixels normal, black & white and vintage sepia tone MicroSD...Read more

What do you get your favorite wino oenophile? These Bronze Wine Tools from Normann Copenhagen, that's what. However, if they're a true oenophile, they probably already have a preferred opener/set, so they'll most likely say, 'oh, that's so nice of you, but I already have a preferred opener, so please, do keep it for your own use...' and then you'll have to pretend to be embarrassed instead of particularly pleased...Read more

New designs from Forestry are here just in time to keep your toes warm this winter. Made from 100% New Zealand wool, each design is spare and elegant with subdued colors that are friendly to any interior- that'll make those modern design aficionados on your list happy as can be. Might as well get one for yourself too, while you're at it. Size: 130X190 cm Triangle Chalk, €139,00 Triangle Dusk,...Read more

Winter brings holidays and those holidays usually bring guests. That may or may not be something you enjoy, especially if you're short on space. Here's something that might make your younger* guests a little more comfortable without taking up too much room the rest of the year. The Hideaway Folding Guest Bed is like a suitcase when closed (with a convenient handle for carrying) and can be used as a...Read more

Are you in full gift-shopping mode yet? If you're trying to find the perfect thing, do consider this calendar by Massimo Vignelli. It would be perfect for anyone who leans towards simple/spare graphic design, especially considering it's pretty much a design classic for those in the know. The large, bold numbers are easy to read across a room and will keep track of the date year after year. Designed in...Read more

What do you get the pickiest of design aficionados? Any item from Craft Design Technology, that's what. How could you not fall head over heels for a collection of high quality work tools designed to be "beautiful, functional and enduring"? I want all of it (specifically, the scissors have been on my wish list ever since '08). Available in the US from rikumo. More of the collection below. CDT Leather...Read more