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- Splatware - Short Trip (via kottke) - Gem Jackpot Crayons - If you can't be bothered to go to the fabric store: DIY Embroidery Kit (To be fair, those scissors are CUTE.) - Pattern It: printed wool textile collection - Unicorn Zip & Flip Pillow (There's also an Elephant Zip and Flip Pillow) - Too bad it's only kid-sized: Ricepuffy Blanket - Oxford Pennant Never Lose Your Flame Enjoy...Read more

Is it too late to feature a beach towel? The answer is yes, but who cares, especially as you could throw it over your shoulders as an extra layer, as the designer chose to style it in his spring collection. Or, you could just admire the pattern, and save it for your next escape to the pool/beach/island. Designer: John Elliott - French terry - 100% cotton - Machine wash cold,...Read more

For a subtle touch of pattern, the Finesse Glasses have a grid intricately etched upon their surface. Pair the glasses with the Grid Table Linens for a complete story, or choose the Trick Placement for a fun optical illusion. Trick Placement, $25.00...Read more

Ugh, is it really time to talk about 2018? Let's face it, as soon as the holidays hit we won't be in the mood to shop for calendars. So, is this the perfect Wall Calendar, as its name suggests? Maybe. It's no-nonsense, printed on a textured cover stock, with hidden hanging holes on the back. Note-takers and doodlers will like the wide margins; they're perfect for drawing in events and...Read more

Guys, did you know cutting boards can be fun? As in, not just bright, kindergarten-like-colors, but a variety of pleasant hues in blocky shapes and various sizes? Made from hygienic polyethylene, these boards are extra stable thanks to stay-put dots on their base. Fun! Made in Turkey of hygienic polyethylene. Dishwasher-safe. HAY Chopping Board, Rectangle, $29.00 - $49.00 HAY Chopping Board, Round, $45.00 - $49.00...Read more

Add this little guy to your measuring tool options. The Qbit is a modern interpretation of an ancient measuring device, the Cubit. Qbit has CNC machined measurement increments, so you can measure from any side, and it has an adjustable marker to keep a depth or dimension. Choose between metric or standard, stainless steel or brass, and short 3" (key chain friendly) or long 6" (desk/shop) versions....Read more

What a smart idea; the Zippelin Travel Bag by FREITAG deflates for storage. Huh? Yep, it uses an inner tube of a bicycle for its frame, so you can just deflate it and roll it all up when you're not traveling. Equally impressive is the material each Zippelan is made from- used truck tarpaulins are washed, cut, and fashioned into each one-of-a-kind, colorful bag, so you'll know exactly which bag...Read more

Why aren't all rulers see-through? They sure make a lot of sense, plus they look quite nice as a paperweight. And, of course, you'll get very accurate drawings and measurements as well. Choose between Inches or Centimeters, or get both (the metric system is international, after all). Designed by Allon Libermann & Hye Jin Ahn. Crystal Glass Ruler, Inches, $30.00 5x3x0.4" / 12.7x7.62x1 cm Crystal Glass Ruler, Centimeters, $30.00 3.9x1.9x0.4"...Read more

Do you have trouble getting your kids to brush their teeth? Or do you not brush your teeth long enough? The Benjamin Brush might fix that little problem, as it's the first electric toothbrush with an integrated speaker and music store. Choose a song, and it'll play for two minutes- the recommended amount of time to get those teeth clean. The Benjamin also features Sonic Vibe Technology and fun silicone...Read more

How to keep your cheese visually separated from your baguette and/or crackers? By reminding your family/guests that the cheese stays on the marble circle dammit(!). But you're not obsessive compulsive, so you wouldn't say something like that, and you surely wouldn't mind a few crumbs encroaching upon your beloved cheese... riiight? Especially when the pairing of a solid walnut cutting board looks so nice against a white or dark marble...Read more

Do you still read paper books? If so, you may enjoy using this Mirror Bookmark to find palindromes, as intended, or, perhaps more likely, to see if you have food stuck in your teeth. Designed by Brandon Wilner Material: Stainless Steel Dimensions: 6.2x1.2x .02" / 15.9 x 3.2 x 0.06 cm...Read more

- Red House by EXTRASTUDIO - This Cotton Is Grown To Glow - "When you die, you can have your ashes made into a rock to form an 'eternal memorial reef' so that you can help coral reefs bloom after you've died." (via Did You Know?) - Create Your Own Random Design Challenge - Make your baby look like Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Dissent Collar Baby Bib (via) That's it for...Read more

It's getting colder, so we're going to prefer our tea and coffee very, very hot, thank you very much. But what about our poor little hands? Well, when you use the Emma Thermal Cup its outer layer will insulate the hand from heat and keep your beverage hot. Of course, when the weather turns warm again, just think how perfect a scoop or two of ice cream would be in...Read more

Plant nerds, check out this planter from Light & Ladder. Do you love it? I sure do (though I don't like the price). It's a sculptural take on the planter vessel, suitable for indoors or outside. It's going to catch the eye from every angle, thanks to its stepped surface, and it'll make your plant feel like a thousand bucks. Price listed includes shipping costs to continental U.S. Materials: Pigmented...Read more

The Buka Candlestick employs two pins to keep a candle suspended above its metal dish. Visually light and effortless, the look is elegant and a little mysterious; it may be just the thing to add some ambience during the winter evenings ahead. Designer: Souda Design Country: USA Material: Steel Dimensions: L 8” x W 8” x H 3.5”...Read more