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Kitchen gadgets: the things you don’t know you need until you do…

“It’s a trivet, it’s a jar opener, it’s a kitchen snake, it’s just a hot gadget. Flex is…well, flexible. 18″ long with a touch of the blomus stainless on the end for the German flair.”

(Link and price updated June 17, 2013.)

I’m not a huge espresso fan, but if I was, I’d be all sorts of into this: no electricity needed and you could take it anywhere when traveling. Might be a great gift for an espresso-loving friend or family member…

Compact and lightweight, Handpresso allows for espresso to be enjoyed anywhere. It works without electricity with four easy steps: pump handle, pour hot water, insert coffee pods, and press. Uses standard E.S.E. (easy-serving espresso) coffee pods (not included). Made of aluminum and plastic. Hand-wash only.

Size: 2.75h x 8.75l x 4″d

$140.00 ($126.00 Members), Buy it here.

With all the holiday get-togethers fast approaching, don’t find yourself short a good serving board.

Elegant in its simplicity, this beautiful serving piece combines the cool sophistication of hand-split slate with the polished warmth of Missouri Valley black walnut selectively harvested from managed forests. Handcrafted in Vermont. Slate not intended for use as a cutting board.

Measures 20″ x 10″ x 5/8″

$69.95, Buy it here.

We’ve posted the New York City Skyline Tumbler before, but if you don’t owe allegiance to NYC, then you might also enjoy this set.

Hand-blown tumblers of recycled glass are accented with iconic skylines of the world’s great cities. Designed by Nicci Green, Australia. Exclusive to SFMOMA.

Set of four: San Francisco, London, Paris, and New York.

$48.00, Buy it here.

Whoa. If you’re wanting some color in your kitchen (or dining) area, take a look at this acrylic wine storage piece.

Curves, luscious curves. An ideal storage solution for counter top and small spaces. Holds three bottles.

Dimensions: L 9″ W 7″ H 8″
Availability: Please note that there is a 10 week lead time in shipping on this product.

$195.00, Buy it here.

I’ve posted the
Bailey Doesn’t Bark Wall Plates before, and seeing as this cup and saucer set is a bit more affordable it deserves its own place in the spotlight.

The ants were individually hand painted by me, Re Jin, then transfered onto ceramic decal paper. Hand decorated onto a beautiful, classic set of cup and saucer. decals fired. microwave + dishwasher safe. original illustration by re jin lee @ bailey doesn’t bark…all bdb items are wrapped in a gift box.

Porcelain, Cup: 3Hx3.5D (8oz), Saucer: 6D

$55.00, Buy it here.

This just might be the most elegant and modern sushi tray ever.

DESU DESIGN strives to make innovative products that blur the boundary between art and design. They are inspired by forms found in nature, the history of modern design, and the combined beauty of geometry and the machine. DESU DESIGN’s goal is to create pieces of lasting quality, retaining their beauty and functionality for generations — utilizing modern manufacturing methods with the skill of the human hand.

Masu provides an elegant yet modern way to serve sushi and sashimi. Its minimal platform presents the food while a seamless basin holds the sauce accompaniment.

Materials: White acrylic solid surface, a durable material commonly used in countertops
22 L x 6 W x .5 H

$110.00, Buy it here.

Also pictured lower right:

Lithos Bowl, $128.00, Buy it here.
Hug Bowl, $118.00, Buy it here.

A novel idea, coasters made from newspapers, which means you can recycle them after you’ve used them…not a bad idea.

They are made out of unused newspapers, so each set comes with 100 coasters with a very traditional pattern but rather than being made from your traditional paper, this is made from unused newspapers, each coaster different from the previous.

$16.00, Buy it here.

Hmm, do you think of poison (the stuff, not the band) or pirates when you look at these cocktail picks?

Great for the trend-setter party thrower with an edge. Set of four metal cocktail pics with skull and bones design.

$10.75, Buy it here.

These are really quite nice for the price.

A perfect and pretty plate, decorated with a charming design, and equally at home on your table or wall. Choose Kaleidoscope, Night Flowers, Stormy Harbor or Towers print. Exclusive to Urban Outfitters. Imported. Dishwasher and Microwave safe.

* 8″ diameter, Porcelain

$8.00, Buy it here.

I recently purchased some of these and I have to say I’m quite pleased; it’s an old fashioned look modernized into a super flat thin design (it almost looks like a tattoo on the table)…plus, cleanup is super easy- a damp sponge or a quick rinse beats the heck out of laundering/ironing.

Available in black or white.

set of six: $12.99, Buy it here.

These would add a nice delicate touch to a tabletop setting.

With their delicately etched designs of ferns or palm fronds, these glasses are ideal when you want to serve drinks in a shady spot in your garden or add a touch of elegance to your table. Set of 3, 1 glass in each design.

Small: $36.00
Large: $42.00

$36.00-$42.00 for set of 3, Buy it here.

I love these glasses.

Dimensions: 5 7/8”H Capacity: 17 oz

Memo Dotted Line Cooler, $4.00,Buy it here.
Memo Graph Cooler, $4.00,
Buy it here.

This is the prettiest (and most expensive) tea strainer I’ve ever seen.

“The Queen Anne’s Lace tea strainer is a small, barely concave disc of silver that is more perforation than material. Hand made in Ted Muehling’s New York studio.”

Designer:Ted Muehling
Materials:Sterling silver

($180.00 members) $200.00,
Buy it here.

You know how sometimes in movies people throw a glass at whoever they’re mad at and it ends up smashing against a wall? These glasses would do some serious damage…other than that, they look pretty cool.

“These fantastic glasses are a great combination of real concrete and glass and work perfectly for any occasion. A dirty Martini will work just as well as a neat Hendricks or any other high octane beverage. But, they also do a great job as water glasses because their design is so timeless and simple…”

$30.00