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From our archives (originally published October 2, 2007), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. I've been a fan of Charles and Ray ever since I first saw their designs. And, man, if you even like the Eames' a little bit, you should take a look at the film '901: after 45 years of working' that their son, Eames Demetiros, did of their workshop being...Read more

Here's a perfect gift for a garden loving friend who perhaps only has porch or balcony space. Imported from France....Read more

From our archives (originally published December 14, 2009), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. If you're still lost on small gift ideas, this pinhole camera is pretty much the perfect stocking stuffer for just about everyone. Make-It-Yourself Paper Pinhole and Solargraphy kit. Assemble in 1-2 hours, no knife or scissors needed. Use 35mm film (not included) preferably ISO200. Technical Specs: Film type: Aperture 1.16mm....Read more

Here's a set of 36 colored pencils perfect for your favorite creative-type. New design Japanese collective IDEA Idea partnered with an old school German art supply firm to create Düller. The mission: Combining Japanese notions of harmony with the German penchant for methodology. There's parallel symmetry in the same-sized pencil box and sketchbook, and the box and book cover are made from recycled paper (harmony with Mother Earth!). Perfect for...Read more

From our archives (originally published October 2, 2007), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. "Superbitus is a one-piece bomb-shaped ceramic money box. Supplied with a white marker to write the purpose of savings."...Read more

From our archives (originally published December 1, 2008), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. I think as far as wine decanters go, this one is incredibly elegant...might be the perfect gift for a wine lover. 67 oz., Glass, Oak....Read more

From our archives (originally published May 22, 2008), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. Incredibly affordable, these diorama kits will give enjoyment long after assembly. 'Tatebanko is the forgotten Japanese art of creating amazing dioramas and scenic perspectives from paper. Tatebanko was popular and widely admired from the 17th century (Edo period) to the early 20th century. Then it all but disappeared. “It’s a...Read more

From our archives (originally published August 26, 2008), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. 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) 'my document' laptop case, $30.00 (+$12.00 shipping), Buy it here. 13.3 inch (L 330mm W 280mm D 25mm) 14.1...Read more

From our archives (originally published September 24, 2010), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. If you love your lemons, feast your eyes upon this citrus squeezer by Roland Kreiter. The innovative torpedo shape allows both sides to be utilized at once, making short work of enough juice for lemonade or your favorite cocktail. Also, if you're interested, Mark Tintner won the pure creativity competition...Read more

From our archives (originally published October 7, 2009), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. When was the last time you picked up a camera that had film? A while maybe? Might be fun to experiment with the old school style again, you might be surprised with the images you take. (Perhaps this could also be a delightful gift for a friend or family member?)...Read more

From our archives (originally published January 21, 2009), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. This is such a cute idea, for real. Borrow someone's sweater/jacket/whatever and sew in this little label, then return and know they'll be surprised and delighted whenever they discover it. "Sneaky" art project by Tamara Shopsin. Card measures 6" x 4.5" and label is approx. 1.5" x .3". Thread color...Read more

Speaking from personal experience*, these paper puzzles are not for the faint of heart. They do require a bit more patience than the average puzzle, as there's many complex parts. That said, this guitar (and violin) look amazing and could be a good gift for someone that has the willpower to finish it. Detailed simulacrum of an actual guitar. Instructions and display hook included. Made in Japan. *I bought the...Read more

From our archives (originally published March 14, 2008), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. I can picture this quite clearly upon my kitchen windowsill. "Scandinavian in its simple, unadorned and practical design, this ceramic pot is an ingenious way of enjoying fresh herbs much like flowers: Insert a bunch in the enlarged opening, and keep hydrated by pouring water into the corner hole. The...Read more

From our archives (originally published January 15, 2010), for your gift list consideration... to see more, visit our Gift Guide. While this 'organization system' looks haphazard and crazy, I think it might be quite useful in organizing all the gadgets and chargers and such that we all know and love/hate. Order out of chaos... "The Grid-It organization system is a unique weave of rubberized elastic bands made specifically to hold...Read more

Stocking stuffer alert! These poplar stakes would be a perfect little gift for someone with a green thumb. From French designers JF Dingjian and Eloi Chafai of Normal Studio, created for the design collective ENO....Read more