We've posted these before, but an update is necessary now that they're available in the U.S:

"These bicycle clips are made of reflective PVC and shaped like the wings on the sandals of the mythical Greek god Hermes. Easy to put on and take off, they keep pant legs free from the bicycle chain. Set of two."

Unrolled: 14.5l x 1.25"w
$15.00 ($13.50 Members), Buy it here. or here.

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Here's a handy little gadget:

"Here's a bright idea! This super compact LED light attaches to any 9 Volt battery to create a portable light source. Awesome! Operates in regular and strobe modes. Imported. Wipe clean."

• Includes: LED lamp, 9V battery
• 1"w, 2.5"h, .5"d
• Plastic, electronics

$8.00, Buy it here.

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Just the thing to keep your laptop and camera safe...

color: yellow (pantone 128)
materials: neoprene case with zipper
each case comes with one random icon badge
(arrow, hand or timer) made from rubber.
by 25togo from taiwan

'my document' laptop case, $30.00 (+$12.00 shipping), Buy it here.
13.3 inch (L 330mm W 280mm D 25mm)
14.1 inch (L 345mm W 300mm D 25mm)
15.4 inch (L 380mm W 325mm D 25mm)

'my photo' camera case, $22.00 (+$8.00 shipping), Buy it here.
size: L 115mm W 95mm D 18mm

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This 'Schuhschein' Brush is a clever idea...

This handy shoe shine bag and brush is all you need to keep your shoes looking their best. Convenient and beautifully handmade, the attached linen bag will hold polishes and buffers, while the attached natural beech and horsehair brush can be used to wipe dust and grime off of shoes prior to polishing. Made in Germany. Located in the former Home for the Blind in Berlin, the workshop which produces these brushes employs 15 blind individuals using traditional craft techniques that the Institute for the Blind developed over the last 120+ years.

MATERIALS: linen, wood, horsehair
11" L x 7.75" W x 2" D
$75.00, Buy it here.

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I'm smitten with these cards by OrangeBeautiful.

Especially For You- 6 gift tags, $7.00
For You- 6 folded gift tags, $7.00
WORD Type Line 6pk, $16.00
SERIOUSLY Type Line 6pk, $16.00
SWEET Type Line 6pk, $16.00
TYPE Line Box Set of 10, $25.00
(includes the following: hello, goodbye, sweet, nice, thank you, you're welcome, word, later, seriously, please.)
Buy it here.

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This sleeve is too cool.

"Incase's KRINK Sleeve is a limited-edition collaborative effort between Arkitip, Incase and street artist KR, creator of KRINK - a line of handmade inks and markers. This laptop sleeve provides complete notebook protection, has original foil-stamped KRINK Artistry and soft poly-satin interior lining."

$79.00, Buy it here.

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Whoa. Here's some hardcore self protection:

The French Tsigane gypsies were known to handcraft belts similar to this for protection against other gypsy tribes and unsympathetic authorities. I have re-shaped the blade into a traditional dagger, and given the buckle a brilliant nickel-plated finish that really brings to life this stunning and unique piece. The Gypsy Belt comes with TWO BELTS.

Shown above: Nickel-Plated Finish - w/ Plain Black Latigo Leather Belt
Other finishes and colors available.
$125.00, Buy it here.

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For anyone who's dropped a screw or nail while at the top of a ladder, this magnetic wristband is a dream come true. Sure, it's a little bulky, but you'll be wearing it for various ladder-climbing chores, not a fashion show.

If you’re tired of holding nails in your mouth and waste entirely too much energy climbing up and down ladders to retrieve fallen screws...then Handyman’s Helper is for you. The ridiculously strong magnet in this “magwear” holds onto hardware, small tools and other metallic objects…it’s so strong you can actually pile the hardware on in layers. Perfect for working on ladders, in crawlspaces, hanging pictures, under cars, or in any situation where you don’t want to loose your stuff. Velcro strap can accommodate even the thickest of wrists. Available in Coral Red, Sage Green, Construction Site Yellow, Perwinkle Blue and Grey. Comes packaged in a decorative box for easy gift giving. Magnetic area is 3" x 4" square; 3/4" deep.

$19.95, Buy it here.

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I admit I know next to nothing about audio/stereo equipment. Other than the fact that the sound system I have sounds a whole lot better than just the built-in speakers that come with the TV or computer, if you asked me any other questions I'd be blank. But I do know a few proper audiophiles, and they think highly of tube amps. I'd be curious to see how it sounds compared to what the rest of us have...it certainly looks pretty nice.

About the size of a shoe box, the versatile and simple to use GLOW Amp One is a classic stereo tube amplifier - with a twist - every GLOW amplifier comes equipped with a USB input so you can use your computer, iPod, cd player or even television as a HI FI music source. Just add speakers, the results are amazing.
Not only does it provide the smooth, silky and detailed sound that tube amps are famous for, it looks stunning. The GLOW Amp One is one stereo that is artful enough in design to display as part of your living environment. Forget those ugly "black box" stereo components. The GLOW Amp One simply sparkles... nothing catches attention more than the subtle glow of those little tubes!
The GLOW Amp One is hand crafted and built to last, but costs a fraction of what you would expect to pay for designer audio gear. Comes in your choice of eye popping colors and for a limited time GLOW is offering a free iPod docking station with every purchase.

11.5" (L) x 5.5" (W) x 6" (H).
$488.00, Buy it here.

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The impressive thing about this watch is that it was originally designed way back in 1975.

LIP watches have been around for over 150 years but were unavailable in the United States until very recently. The company has reintroduced some of their most important models from a modern collection that was first unveiled 35 years ago. In the 1960s and 1970s, LIP enlisted a handful of creative architects and designers to design contemporary watches. Among them was the prolific Roger Tallon, who designed everything from high-speed French TGV trains to the 1964 Helicoid Staircase (part of the MoMa Design Collection). Tallon's LIP designs include the iconic Mach 2000 series.

materials:mineral glass, stainless steel case, leather strap
$380.00, Buy it here.

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