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Whoa, Areaware has a bunch of interesting accent mirrors. I’d suggest checking them out if you’ve got some empty wall space.

5 Mirrors (by 5.5 Designers), $96.00
Thinking Bubble (by Oscar Diaz), $96.00
Strates (By Oliver Peyricot+ Sylvie Chanchus), $140.00
Meltingpolyhedron (by Pierre Marie), $96.00
Miroir Mon Beau Miroir (8 acrylic head mirrors by Ich&Kar), $96.00
Petits Pois (by Maison Georgette), $96.00

Buy it here.

I’ve been super excited by this ever since I saw the press release, and even though it’s not available for purchase online, you can buy the pieces from the two New York stores where they are on view.

MUJI U.S.A. LIMITED announces its new furniture line, MUJI manufactured by Thonet. Thonet, a German manufacturer of high-quality furnishings, is producing a simplified form of bentwood and tubular steel furniture for the MUJI line.This line aims to bring back design masterpieces with MUJI’s extraordinary and clear simplicity. It reflects part of MUJI’s basic concept, to offer quality goods with affordable prices by streamlining the process and selecting materials which coincides with the Thonet’s original philosophy.MUJI manufactured by Thonet is displayed at Times Square Store and Chelsea Store.

Thonet Beech Table, $795.75
Thonet Beech Bentwood Chair, $495.75
Thonet Steel Pipe Chair, $575.75
Thonet Steel Pipe Desk, $675.75

Contact MUJI Times Square or Chelsea location to purchase.

These pieces from Way Basics have friendly prices and and no tools are required.

• Easy to assemble; no tools required. Just peel, stick and you’re done.
• Less than half the weight of particle board, pressed wood, or plywood furniture and just as strong!
• Sustainably made from zBoard recycled paper and completely recyclable.

Modular Table Set, $135.00 Sale $128.25,
Buy it here.
3 Spinning Cubes, $69.00, Buy it here.

Modular Table Set, $135.00 Sale $128.25,
Buy it here.

1-2-3 Modular Storage, $117.00 Sale $102.61, Buy it here.

I’ve seen this lamp in countless shelter magazines, and each time it strikes me as such a great choice for a reading light next to a comfortable armchair or sofa.

Designed with the ability to twist and turn at the joints without conflict to the wiring, these industrial lamps are not only beautiful but also highly practical. Originally designed in 1950 as the “indestructible” standard for work lamps, Jieldé lamps are now the perfect modern accent for any room. The loft series is Jieldé ‘s industrial strength line based on the very first lamps ever created. Fully adjustable at each joint. 100 watt max A19 incandescent bulb.

6 arms 15.75″ each, Base dia: 13″, Diffuser dia: 6″
Available in 18 colors

$1,335.00, Buy it here.

This bright steel birdhouse will adapt to a bird feeder in the winter (see here for photos). Smart.
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For you lucky ducks that have cooler evenings in the summer months, this fire pit will keep your toes warm while you entertain outside.

Underneath the stars, outside the condo. Sleek black sheet steel woodburner with steel mesh cover makes for modern conversation around the fire.

• Sheet steel with steel mesh cover
• Heat-resistant lacquer finish
• Use on fireproof, outdoor surfaces only
• Strictly for woodburning; not intended for use as a grill or for food prep

30″dia.x16″H

$249.00
Update: originally from CB2, but no longer available.

As usual, these odd footstools caught my eye. I’m not liking the price as much as the strange imagery, but what can you do, right?

Egg-shaped foam footstool with drawstring/removable stretch cover in three-dimensional motif. Plastic base. 19″ tall. 56″ diameter. Dry clean.

Tato Skull Footstool – Black, $595.00, Buy it here.
Flamingo Footstool, $595.00,
Buy it here.
Snakes Footstool, $595.00,
Buy it here.

Woodgrain + playing cards + slots = excellent time killer.

Keep them in a drawer, or in the car, or in your camping kit. As an extra added bonus, these beauties also have slots in them to aid in your assembly of the greatest house of cards ever created.

$12.00, at the Curiosity Shoppe.

I know someone who recently bought this and can’t stop extolling its virtues as a travel power strip. Compared to a regular sized power strip, it’s ridiculously tiny and the way the cord wraps around and plugs in simplifies cord management.

• Four AC outlets to maximize the number of accessories that can be charged
• Ultra compact design to fit into luggage and briefcases
• Exclusive cord management to eliminate dangling power cords

11 x 3 x 7 inches

$12.96, Buy it here.

Happy 4th of July! Have fun & be safe this holiday weekend.

Star Citronella Mini Torches, reg. $8.95
$4.95
Star Dishtowels, reg. $7.95 $3.95

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It seems like I know a bajillion couples that are having or have had babies this year, and if they should happen to call upon my expertise of available rockers online, I shall recommend this one.

It rocks and swivels, it’s cozy and wide and of course it’s friendly to the environment too. Perfect for a lullaby, story time or a cup of coffee and a good book, this Winged Glider can hold parent and child together (or several children at once) and will quickly become the favorite chair in your home.
The Alberto Glider is inspired by traditional wing chairs which in early American homes were meant to protect the lounger from a draft. This Winged chair envelopes the lounger and quiets the noise of the everyday bustle.

The slipcover (made of 100% Belgian Linen) is easily removable, machine washable and tailored. A hidden zipper along the back seam allows for the cover to be removed quickly.
Slipcover available in three colors: Cloud, Pebble or Twig.

$1995.00, Buy it here.

It’s never a good sign when you have to call in order to get the price on a chair, but this one is worth highlighting despite its lack of available information. It’s pretty new, so hopefully within the next week or two there will be a price posted.

Function meets poetry with this piece made entirely of a single sheet of felt wrapped over a metal base varnished in dark brown. A beautiful, comfortable and inviting chair.

dimensions: 43.25” x 35.5” x 17”seat height x 35.5”h
designed by dror, 2009 (this is the same designer who did the collection for Target posted a couple of days ago)

Price available upon request. Buy it here or here.

You know you’ll most likely have some extra time on your hands this summer, so maybe consider trying out some cross stitch kits like these offered by Fuldesign.

Each kit comes with aida weave fabric, embroidery yarn, pattern and instructions. Pattern fits 12.5 x 10 in fabric. Designed in Sweden.

Cross stitch kit “Continue pretending”, $20.00
Cross stitch kit “You can take…”, $20.00

If your attention to detail extends to the shape of ice in your drink, you might appreciate these silicone trays.

The Tovolo perfect cube ice cube trays eliminate messy ice shards melting on your counters and floors. And, they keep your drinks looking perfect.
* Perfect Cube Ice Cube Trays are made from food-grade Silicone, so they won’t absorb odors and colors.
* Cubes pop out perfect every time.
* Sold in sets of two trays of the same color.

Set of 2, $13.99, Buy it here.

If you do a lot of recycling, at times it can take up quite a bit of space. Enter in the recycling center, with a few bells and whistles to organize your paper and plastic. If you don’t need fanciness and/or have a tight budget, I’d recommend these bags for sorting (I have them and they work out just fine).

Premium All-In-One Recycling Center (left), $229.00-$269.00,
Buy it here.

Deluxe All-In-One Recycling Center (shown middle), $179.00,
Buy it here.