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Everyone is distracted with yesterday's news, plus I'm traveling, so just one link today: - BedShelfie Have a great weekend!...Read more

Mortar and pestles are sculptural kitchen necessities, so they're often found out on the countertop. Now, this particular Porcelain Spear Mortar & Pestle would be an absolute shame to hide away, because it's plainly beautiful. It's a functional object, to be sure, yet its elegant curves add just a hint of decoration. The white unglazed porcelain is effective for grinding spices and won't get in the way of your minimalist...Read more

Get your frustrations out and then do your laundry. This punch bag is a heck of a lot cheaper than a real punching bag, and might just motivate you to keep your dirty laundry all in one place. Sure, it's a little silly, but it's also a kind of fun. Hang it in the closet or in the corner of a bedroom for easy access. Designed by Jason Lempieri. Made...Read more

Does drinking coffee or tea out of a special cup make it taste better? Absolutely, or so says the wisdom of an aesthete. Make your morning or afternoon ritual a little more perfect with a beautiful earthenware cup, handmade by Sue Pryke in the UK. Unglazed matte earthenware Handmade by Sue Pryke in Lincolnshire, United Kingdom small cup - 3.5x2.5x3" large mug - 4.5x3.25x3"...Read more

Like a bit of lemon or mint in your water glass? Or perhaps a hint of strawberry? Now you can take your fanciness on the road with this glass bottle, thus reducing your own plastic bottle usage as well as that snobbery that crops up whenever you're faced with plain tap water. I'm sure you'll get creative with infusions, as it'd be hard not to try all sorts of fruits...Read more

Raise your hand if you like using plastic bags to protect and organize your gear. If so, maybe you're ready to upgrade from disposable food bags to the DriStore Bags. The triple-polymer film is rugged and touchscreen compatible, while the IPX8-rated seal is airtight and waterproof to 10 meters. Whether you're traveling to work in a downpour or to an exotic location clear across the world, put your devices, papers,...Read more

Holiday travel is booked, you're wrapping up at work, and all is set for you to head off to family/friends for the upcoming break. It's only at the last minute where you have a minor freak-out wondering who is going to water your plants. Instead of bribing your friend or neighbor, maybe get this self watering planter by Joey Roth. The planter's earthenware central chamber allows water to slowly seep...Read more

Not everyone wants to spend $175 on a beach towel, but if you're exceptionally picky, you just might like the simple motifs on these 100% Irish linen towels. Did you know linen is very absorbent and durable? And that it's lint-free and gets softer the more you use it? Do you feel a little bit better about the price point now? A collaboration between Fuzzco and Todd Heim Projects. Made...Read more

You know you're going to need some very cold beverages this summer, so make sure you have a decent jug, preferably one that makes you happy every single time you fill it up. The Hay Jug with Handle might just do that, as it has a friendly, amorphic body and a beefy handle for a firm grip. The color versions are certainly tempting, aren't they? Manufacturer: Hay Design: Jochen Holz...Read more

- "I Went to Planned Parenthood" Canvas Tote - Usem cards: note cards the size of a credit card - A bit clunky, but...SolarGaps- Energy Generating Solar Panel Window Blinds - For future doctors, or for kids about to be patients: Little Patient - A biologist explains CRISPR to people at five different levels of knowledge - Gah! Astronaut Duvet and Pillowcase Set - Time-Lapse　Sun-cats (via goodstuffhappenedtoday) - Tai Chi...Read more

Suffering from a creative block? Well, no need to discuss it with an actual art director. With just a simple roll of this dice*, you'll get snippets of constructive feedback. It's professional advice in your pocket, and you can ignore if you don't like it. Score! Pretend Store is a real shop by Fuzzco, with offices in Portland, OR and Charleston, NC. Made in America. Plastic, 20 sided dice. 1.5"...Read more

Sometimes those cheap plastic cups just won't cut it at the dinner table. Upgrade to the Lempi (means 'favourite’ in Finnish) Glassware from Iittala. Use them for everyday water or for that special occasion wine; they'll fit every occasion. And, as a major bonus, the Lempi is stackable to save space in your kitchen. If you'd rather a bit of color, check out the lilac, light blue, and grey. Manufacturer:...Read more

Are you planning on visiting a National Park this summer? If so, you'd be smart to get one of these bandanas. Each one is printed with a full-color official National Park Service map; detailed topographical information is shown as well as visitor services info. It'll be a useful fashion accessory and an essential tool. Win/win. Above: Rocky Mountains Bandana, $15.00 Made in the USA. 100% cotton. 21" x 21" (53...Read more

Fermob has plenty of practical outdoor furnishings, but these Planter Baskets are particularly perfect for a patio. Why? Well, the handles, of course. If you've ever tried to move a heavy planter, you know the value in that. They also have two holes for water drainage (with plugs) and the feet and trays separate for easy filling and transport. The baskets are available in a plethora of colors, several of...Read more

It's a Tonal Boob Pillow, and why wouldn't you want one? You're not the type to shy away from an cartoonish image of a body part, and, in fact, you can celebrate it without any of the awkwardness that may come from someone more serious. While you're at it, you may as well go ahead and get a few Boob Hooks just to make a point. -100% cotton jacquard cover...Read more