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Hola Y Adios Entry Table

Perfect for an entryway or any small space, don’t you think? The two-legged design allows for space to be utilized to its full potential- since it mounts to the wall you avoid baseboards getting in the way (that little inch can actually be a lot when space is tight). The table includes all mounting hardware for both dry wall or stud mounting and of course a little assembly is required.

Made in Spain.

Solid maple wood with natural or wenge stain; extruded aluminum mounting bracket.

H 35″ W 40″ D 10″

Purchase Information:

No longer available.

Marcel Wanders set up shades

I imagine this would be stunning in a room with some nice chairs and a rug and a coffee table and not much else. Understated yet entirely imaginative.

available in 3 sizes in white, black, graphite and grey.

Purchase Information:

Price: $555.00
Availability: Buy Marcel Wanders set up shades here

Walnut Punched Placemat

What a nice placemat! And it’s different and modern and made from formica veneer on wood. I like it. But, there’s something unfortunate- it’s apparently discontinued and therefore the quantity is limited. Shoot, huh? Anybody know of another place that carries it?

L 15 3/4″ x W 11 3/4″

Purchase Information:

Price: $23.10
Availability: Buy Walnut Punched Placemat here

Insect Fruit Plates

I absolutely love these plates and I know that they are way too expensive (at least for the average person). But they’re so completely lovely; the hand painted insects were taken from a famous Cumberland pattern designed by Joseph Zachenberger from 1760-1765 (I’m such a sucker for historical replicas).

hand painted, glazed porcelain bisque underneath.

Insect fruit plate (one insect),
$290.00,

Insect fruit plate (two insect),
$350.00,

Insect fruit plate (three insect),
$405.00

Purchase Information:

Price: $290-$405
Availability: Buy Insect Fruit Plates here

Shorty Thad Table

Nice for bedside or sofaside or something. The curve of the top panel is especially nice; it’s available in White Enamel or Anodized Aluminum (with or without shelf). I just wish it was a little bit less ‘spensive.

Wood finish available in Walnut, Maple, or Cherry.

*Shown in Cherry, White Enamel top panel w/ shelf.

Dimensions: 18″ h x 15″ w x 15″ d

Purchase Information:

Price: $560.00
Availability: Buy Shorty Thad Table here

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Collapsible Funnel

It’s a collapsible funnel. Why all funnels aren’t collapsible is beyond me; it makes total sense and completely eliminates any storage challenges that one would have in the kitchen. You just fold it flat and stick it in a drawer. Boje Estermann, the man behind the magic, got the inspiration from his reflex camera (the accordion-like shape). It’s made of Santoprene, which is a durable/flexible material that can withstand those extreme temperatures that comes with cooking and such. Microwave and dishwasher safe.

6″ diam. Extends to 6.5″l

Support BLTD by buying here: Collapsible Funnel, $28.00

Purchase Information:

Price: $28.00
Availability: Buy Collapsible Funnel here

Porcelain Styrofoam Cups

It looks like styrofoam but isn’t. Sold as a set of six, you’ll get a unique grouping of bent, bit and crunched designs. There’s over 30 different designs, so rest assured that you’ll be pleased with the assortment. I like ’em lots.

Handmade in New York.

Purchase Information:

Price: $95.00
Availability: Buy Porcelain Styrofoam Cups here

6000 Names Mirror

This mirror is something to make note of, as it’s got lots of tiny names all over it. I’m assuming the foggy gentleman is present only to show the mirrory-ness, so don’t fret. Unfortunately the designer is “not known” at the moment, so if you’d like to take credit, certainly let us know.

measures 16″ x 24″

Purchase Information:

Price: $125.00
Availability: Buy 6000 Names Mirror here

Kari Ceramic Table Lamp

Kinda cute and kinda not so expensive as to give anybody a heart attack.

“Handy for desktop or nightstand use, the table lamp adds a lipped base that serves as a way station for clips, change and other small items. Each lamp comes with an 11W energy-efficient bulb, which provides light equivalent to a 60W incandescent bulb.”

Available in Black, Dark Brown, Pink, Red, or White

6″ diam. x 20″ H

Purchase Information:

Price: $74.00
Availability: Buy Kari Ceramic Table Lamp here

Figure Stool

Made out of solid mango wood, this little stool could be considered a steal for the price. Yesterday I saw something really very quite similar for about four times as much. It had a little bit more character to it, and a slightly different shape, but I’m guessing if you’re pinching pennies certain sacrifices are necessary.

Made in Thailand.
12″ round x 18″h

Purchase Information:

Price: $149.00
Availability: Buy Figure Stool here

Vintage Modern Collection (from Target)

So has anybody bought any of this yet? I’m really quite curious to know how it looks. Is it of decent quality? For those of you that haven’t seen or heard about Target’s new take on furniture (or rather, it’s forray into the affordable modernish crowd of furniture), this is a sample of some of the “Vintage Modern” collection. It looks pretty promising, but who knows.

Purchase Information:

Price: $399.99
Availability: Buy Vintage Modern Collection (from Target) here

Blu Dot 2d:3d In/Out Box

Here we go again with the 2d to 3d design. This in/out box would be perfect for all your work-pile separating needs. It has a unique dual-surface mechanism which prevents the mingling of paperwork that has yet to be worked on with paperwork that needs to be worked on.

Purchase Information:

Price: $29.00
Availability: Buy Blu Dot 2d:3d In/Out Box here

Cuckoo Clock

A modern take on an old theme: a lacquered metal frame features the favorite deers and trees of the traditional cuckoo clock. I’ve never thought I would put a cuckoo clock in my home (brings to mind plastic-covered upholstery and taxidermy for some reason), but I think this one has changed my mind.

Purchase Information:

Price: $199.00
Availability: Buy Cuckoo Clock here

Mami Kettle by Stefano Giovannoni

Looking for a kettle? This one is really quite nice; it is what it is, nothing crazy or unnecessary about it.

“the mami kettle by stefano giovannoni, for alessi 2003. made of 18/10 stainless steel, this kettle is a beautiful addition to the mami series. designed with a magnetic stainless steel heat diffusing bottom, the handle and whistle are black polymide. use medium heat on this kettle due to the smaller base.”

dimensions: 10.25″h x 3.5″w x 9.5″d

Purchase Information:

Price: $135.00
Availability: Buy Mami Kettle by Stefano Giovannoni here

Lets Tango Carpet

Such fun! This hand-tufted carpet is sure to add a little humor to your home and maybe give you an excuse to learn some dance steps.

Dry clean only

6’x6′

Purchase Information:

Price: $525.00
Availability: Buy Lets Tango Carpet here