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Bedding seems particularly hard to decide upon these days, especially for those of us that prefer something that’s simple without being completely devoid of any design or pattern…this particular set fits within that particular category quite well, and provides a nice contrast to any throw pillow(s) you might choose.

100% Cotton percale – Plastic snap closure. 220 Thread Count.

2 pillow cases included.

When I was in Vegas, I saw three of these giant glass “diamonds” on a tabletop and I really liked them. I thought they were going to be a lot more expensive.

A lot of style for a small price…

“The Stellar table collection offers a classic, modern look at a terrific price. Constructed from solid birch with an ash veneer, this bookcase comes KD (that’s furniture talk for knocked down…unassembled), so it is easy for you to transport home in a box.”

32w x 15d x 70h

Start your kids out right with the Mod Rocker rocking chair.

I first read about this last year in METROPOLIS magazine, and knew it would be the perfect holiday gift for my good friend who drinks loose tea quite often. A few weeks into the new year, my friend confided that it was their favorite gift and that they use it everyday! For under $25, I don’t think you could go wrong if you have any tea drinkers on your gift list.

“The ultimate infuser for tea enthusiasts features intuitive “scoop-slide-steep” functionality while it reflects the aesthetic of traditional loose tea service. Durable enough for industrial use, it has no breakable mechanisms and is constructed entirely of 304L stainless steel with holes small enough to infuse the finest of teas. The innovative design provides optimum flow for perfect steeping and incorporates a fill-line. The Teastick fits nicely into glasses and mugs and is ideal for a 10-14 oz perfect cup of tea.”

I know almost everybody has seen the carved deer head, but I didn’t know there were other friends availble…Now it’s possible to have quite a collection of animal-friendly wooden trophy heads.

“No safari is required to obtain these large-scale trophy heads. Hand-carved from blocks of laminated basswood, these stylized likenesses have a keyhole hanger in the back.”

$429, Reedbuck: W 15.25″ x D 16.25″ x H 23″
$429, Ibex: W 14.25″ x D 13.5″ x H 19″
$495, Bighorn Sheep: W 15″ x D 13.25″ x H 21″
$605, Blesbock: W 19″ x D 21″ x H 23.5″
$605, Catalina Goat: W 16.75″ x D 19.5″ x H 19.25″

This is the cheapest I’ve seen the Loop Chair–usually it’s around $900.

Made for outdoors use but could also be used indoors in the right space.

Now, why James Bond comes to mind first when seeing these, I don’t know, but they sure are a sophisticated-yet-fun kind of statement. (I’m not saying the James Bond character is ‘fun’, I guess the reference is more about how he always dodged things like poison darts and bullets and such? and had fancy gadget-y things?)

Designer: Anthony Chrisp

Made with screw-tipped stainless steel darts.
Set of 3.

1.6″Ø x 7.1″D

This chair has a similar silhouette to the Cox Chair, yet has a significantly lower price tag (due to the materials, of course, but it’s nice to have the shape without dropping a whole load of money). Lots of color options seem to available as well…

$145

$99.95 Sale
$79.96 Members

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I’ve always loved shelter arm sofas, they are so comforting and comfortable, and at this price, I don’t think you could go wrong.

“High arm, high back, high drama. New-century cocoon cozies up like a room in a room. Referencing prairie and ranch with a spare horizontal point of view. Chocolate hopsack weave is a neutral slate brown ready to take on any pillow, any wall color. Solid maple legs taper 50s style.”

71″Wx34″Dx31.5″H

This is kind of old school, but I felt like it was worth posting. Don’t buy this if you’re expecting a sturdy, advanced piece of technology. But do get this if you want a really simple, beautiful cd player.

“The speakers are built into the body of the CD player. To make a disc play you simply pull the cable. Volume and search controls are situated on the top of the Cd player.”

It is available in the US through Compact Impact or at any of the Muji sites online (Moma, Muji UK, etc.).

I saw one of these plates a while ago, and was quite sad to learn that it was not available to purchase. So, of course, to my delight, it is now available as a set with three other really great graphic designs. I like them so much I’d be tempted to hang them on the wall.

“This classic side plate set is made from high quality, durable melamine. The pattern is an exclusive Thomas Paul design that references traditional motifs used in fine china and adds a modern gothic spin.”

Set of 4.
Measures 9″ in diameter.
Dishwasher safe, not microwavable.

These vases are pretty neat- the magnetic plate at the base can be covered up by a tablecloth or runner so that the vases seem to float or balance on their own…

Set of 5

5/8″ sq. x 9-1/2″ h

If you or someone you’re fond of is a connoisseur of wine (or sake), this particular glass would be nice and special. It arrives in its own small wooden crate (which could be displayed on its own) that rounds out the whole ‘special’ package.

“The 8 oz glass is exceptionally thin and has a beautiful inverted droplet shape which, as you gently swirl the glass, helps to aerate the liquid and release the bouquet.”

3 1/2″ high