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It’s about time this happened. I must have spent a good hour or so searching for a good kindle case/cover, only to settle on the OCTOVO Kindle Sleeve for lack of a better option*. If this had been available, I would have snapped it up in a second. A suede lining and double-stitched corner elastic straps to keep Kindle in place, and for notes, there’s a Moleskine reporter-style notebook.

Fits 6″ Latest Generation Kindle.

*I do like the Octovo sleeve, by the way. It’s super slim and the Kindle slips in nice and snug. There’s also no worries about screen damage as it’s a sleeve instead of a book-style cover.

This tripod base allows you to pick your own tabletop. A plate, bowl, or even a vase can perch on top of the rubber-topped tips allowing you some versatility in what you choose to display.

Designed by llot llov.
Material: ash wood, synthetic rubber, steel
Colour: white, nature
20.5″H x 18″Dia.

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I just spent way too much time messing around with this moodboard web-app thing. It’s interior design focused, and pretty easy to use, so it’s perfect for playing around with how you want your space to feel. I noticed the ‘upload your own item’ option too late, but I’d encourage you to use it since the range of items seems just a tiny bit narrow at this point in time. (To be fair though, maybe that’s because I’m used to BLTD having 5000+ modern home furnishings to search through.)

Inspired by the graphic style of metropolitan subway maps, this stool becomes a bench when several are placed together. The stool also could be an interesting side table if need be.

Designer: Peter Johansen
W 36 cm x D 29 cm x H 41 cm

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100% wool felt with protective bumps makes these colorful sleeves handy for e-readers or laptops, and the fact that they’re by MIO makes them even better (because they’re nice guys).

Designed by Jaime Salm and Brian Kelly, manufactured by MIO

This really is the best mug ever, as you can write whatever you want in the blank. Could be a good way to start the day for yourself or your loved one (depending on what you write, of course).

Dry erase marker included.

You probably recognize this little sideboard as a collaboration between designer Sebastian Wrong and artist Richard Woods. Brought together by Established & Sons’ program of ‘Collaborations’, they’ve certainly made an excellent collection of interesting cabinets together, varying in size and price, of course. The small sideboard (shown above) has two sliding doors and internal shelves.

designers: Sebastian Wrong, Richard Woods
59″ x 16″; height: 25.25″

Also, just so you know, the least expensive item in the collection is the Wrongwood’s Night Table with the price tag of $2,170.00… bad news for the budget conscious.

Yep, the butt stool. Designed by Established & Sons, it’s stackable and plastic (outdoor/storage points) plus it’s got an ergonomic top that you’ll recognize from tractor seats. Three holes drilled in the top make it easy to lift and move.

17.9″W x 15.6″D x 19.5″H

Whether you’re learning about molecular structures or you just like the way they look, this set of 24 molecules is certainly one learning tool that doubles as a cool decorative accessory.

Each set consists of 24 molecules made of wood (6 colors, 4 of each).

Whoa, check out this blackout welding curtain that Rebecca Rudolph (pictured) bought to block UV rays and cool down her living room. It’s available in several different colors and sizes from the building supplies company McMaster-Carr. Size shown above runs about $100 (she cut the bottom to fit).

Get this, this flat-packed steel basket can be stretched to whatever height you want. So, in its shortened size, it’s a small basket for odds and ends; in its heightened size it could be an umbrella stand or recycling bin or whatever else you can think of. There’s also a Bicycle Pop-Up Basket ($75) that looks like it’d be pretty handy to have as well. (Image shown below.)

Designed by Jaime Salm and Brian Kelly, manufactured by MIO.
Laser-cut, powder coated steel.
18″l x 13″w x 14″h

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Masayuki Kurokawa’s concept behind these Shakers was to see the contents, so that in addition to regular salt and pepper containers, they could also be used for all sorts of seasonings. Each is hand-blown by Shotoku Glass Co., who used to make lightbulbs in Japan.

Designer: Masayuki Kurokawa
Cork/Glass
2″ dia x 2.75″h

Sold in Set of 2 ($80) or Set of 4 ($160).

The subtle tonal stripes of this rug will blend into the background, giving you a minimal stage for your furniture. And, at $599 price for the 8×10, you can afford to splurge on a special chair or table (hopefully).

100% wool

5’x8′ $299.00
8’x10′ $599.00

Lovely, isn’t it? Kudos to Lyndsay and Fitzhugh for making such a light and bright space. If you’ve got the time, take a look at their home through Todd Selby’s lens. There’s some great shots of vignettes and such.

That’s right, Moleskine has added quite a few United States cities to its collection of city notebooks. The city map is invaluable, and there’s tons of room for making notes on shops and restaurants to revisit (or avoid). I fully recommend getting whichever one for exploring whatever city you’re visiting, as I’ve found mine extremely handy to have.

3.5 x 5.5 inches