About Katie: Katie has been a product and textile designer, an art restoration specialist, and an interior designer/merchandiser. Her interests are focused on finding well designed items that improve daily life as well as reading fiction and making stuff. (View Profile)
Written by Katie on October 31, 2008. Permalink
Hmm, do you think of poison (the stuff, not the band) or pirates when you look at these cocktail picks?
Great for the trend-setter party thrower with an edge. Set of four metal cocktail pics with skull and bones design.
$10.75, Buy it here.
Written by Katie on October 31, 2008. Permalink
I love these Code baskets by Ola Wihlborg; the larger size would be perfect for wood storage (as shown). (Too bad it’s not more affordable or I would say it’d be the best freaking laundry basket out there.)
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Written by Katie on October 31, 2008. Permalink
Check out this new kitchen gadget from Fusion Brands:
Heat-resistant silicone fingertongs™ allow you to safely cook with your hands. Controlled flipping and grasping of food while cooking is easy with the flexible fingertongs.
$18.00, Buy it here.
Written by Katie on October 30, 2008. Permalink
This seems to be a floor sample piece, hence the price reduction, but man-oh-man is it a lovely light fixture (made of velcro!). It looks like this particular retailer won’t take additional orders, but you can email (export@almerich.com) or call (tel +34961343234) the manufacturer directly.
At a time when both designers and consumers are overwhelmed with complicated manufacturing techniques and advanced material technologies, Luis Eslava seeks to champion the straighforward through his Face to Face installations made of humble velcro. Since its invention in the 1940’s Velcro has been used for a variety of purposes but is usually hidden from view. Face to Face elevates velcro’s flexibility, transparency and tactility to create beautifully sculptured objects.
Please note sale price is for display pieces only. Limited quantities. We will not accept orders for additional stock on this item. Final sale. Sold as is. All sales subject to availability.
Materials: velcro
$3,750.00 $2,625.00, Buy it here.
Written by Katie on October 30, 2008. Permalink
Does anyone else think these look infinitely more comfortable to use than regular two-pronged (for lack of a better term) scissors?
“A great all-purpose scissor to have around the house for precision cutting of paper, fabric and other materials, these Craft Scissors are forged from high-grade carbon steel with tungsten. Called a “grip scissor,” the centuries-old design has been discovered in several ancient cultures, including Greece, Egypt and China. Made in Japan by Kiya, a 200-year-old cutlery specialty shop.”
H 4.25″ W 1″ D .25″
Carbon steel with tungsten
Written by Katie on October 30, 2008. Permalink
This elegant vase would be perfect upon a shelf or mantelpiece.
An opulent matte finish accents the distinctive contours of this stoneware vase. 7.5″ high. From Germany. Available in dark or light grey.
Also shown: Doileez Loop Basic 12″ Orange/Gray (Set of Two), $24.00,
$42.00, Buy it here.
Written by Katie on October 30, 2008. Permalink
Desk blotters always seem like proper things to have in a work area, and while sometimes ‘proper’ looking things tend to have a traditional flair, this one is decidedly modern and affordable.
Hand crafted in Fabriano, Italy, this simple yet elegant Desk Blotter will transform any desktop into a unique and stylish workspace. Made from natural recycled leather — a rugged, environmentally friendly material that is used for furniture and other heavy-duty applications — it is easy to care for and extremely resistant to stains, wear, and tear. Black.
21″ x 14.25″
$29.95, Buy it here.
Written by Katie on October 29, 2008. Permalink
Do you ever wish that a store would say, “Hey, why not pick something out for free, we’re feeling generous today…”? Or that you’d happen upon something in a thrift store that usually costs an insane amount and it would have a price tag of $120? I’m feeling that way about this big (huge) ottoman today.
The Cake ottoman is a great accent piece for any room. Change its personality by simply changing your choice of fabric. There are numerous fabric and leather options from which to choose.
45 1/4″ Diameter X 12 1/4″ H
$2,285.00, Buy it here.
Written by Katie on October 29, 2008. Permalink
This is a very decent multifunctional chair. It’s perfect for a small space that occasionally needs extra sleeping accommodations. Also available in red.
lounge chair opens to a twin bed,
easy fold out/in,
matching sofa available,
some assembly required,
delivery via ground service only
closed: 35″w x 33″d x 30″h
open: 35″w x 77″d
$399.00-$470.00, Buy it here.
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Purchase Information:
No longer available.
Written by Katie on October 29, 2008. Permalink
These look like an excellent choice for bedside reading; mounting lights on the wall frees up valuable space on the side table and the pivoting head ensures that you’ll always have direct light on your nighttime novel. Plus, the gunmetal finish is industrial and modern, yet not too sleek (as sometimes chrome can be).
No electrician required. Easy-installation gunmetal grey steel wall-readers simply have an exposed black cloth cord that makes its way down to the outlet. Task light head pivots up, down, around. Industrial on/off toggle switch. Type B 60W or E12 bulb (not included). Mounting hardware included.
4.25″Wx27.25″Dx4.25″H (4.25″H shade)
$59.95, Buy it here.
Written by Katie on October 28, 2008. Permalink
So, yes, this was posted last week, but Bobby Berk Home has offered BLTD readers 15% off this table; just use coupon code ‘BLTD’ at checkout. Nice, huh?
This is a spectacular little table- I love the wood grain etching on acrylic; it’s an excellent design combination.
The Timber Table from Gus Modern is crafted from high quality acrylic. The wood like detail etched into the Timber Table makes for a high-Style conversation piece great for both home or office.
$235.00, Buy it here.(use coupon code ‘BLTD’ for 15% off)
Written by Katie on October 28, 2008. Permalink
For those of you in the U.K., you’ve got an excellent reason to replace your telephone. Lucky ducks.
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Written by Katie on October 27, 2008. Permalink
DWR just added a bunch of stuff to their online Clearance section, and as quantities are limited, you’d be smart to snap these deals up fast.
shown left to right, top to bottom:
Kina Pendant, $1,750.00 Now: $875.00, Buy it here.
Paulistano Armchair, Save 33% frame: $700, slipcover: $800, Buy it here.
Cross Coffee Table, $1,200.00 Now: $510.00, Buy it here.
Lady Chair (Houndstooth), $3,300.00 Now: $1,650.00, Buy it here.
Sussex Credenza, $3,600.00 Now: $2,412.00, Buy it here.
Maun Windsor Chair, $750.00 Now: $502.50, Buy it here.
Icaro Bed Queen, $2,800.00 Now: $1,876.00, Buy it here.
Flying Vee Shelves, $130.00 Now: $52.93, Buy it here.
Parcel Sofa, $3,000.00 Now: $1,340.00, Buy it here.
More information:
View DWR Clearance here
Written by Katie on October 27, 2008. Permalink
For those of you that appreciate the urban grid, this notebook by John Briscella might just be the perfect fit.
A blank notebook /sketchbook / journal that is gridded with 125 cities from all around the world. Great for Urbanist, Architects, Designers, Artist, everyone who enjoys cities. Each city pattern is completely different then the next. Begin to realize the possibilities of cities while taking notes; Redraw parts of a city unconsciously; or map your travel in a city… The possibilities are open to create anything with in the modern city grid. Enjoy!
252 pages, 6″ x 9″, perfect binding, black and white interior ink
$15.99, Buy it here.
Purchase Information:
Price: $15.99
Written by Katie on October 27, 2008. Permalink
Check out how the bases of these bookends (or bookstops) are concave to allow for desktop storage…
The beautiful 70’s inspired lines of these bookends, designed by Klaus Hackl for Eno, act as both bookstop and desk storage (paperclips, rubberbands etc.). Lacquered steel available in Orange or Black.
Dimensions: 4.25″ x 4.25″ x 6.5″h
$50.00, Buy it here.
Purchase Information:
No longer available.