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Seeing as the summer is drawing to a close, it’s time to savor those evenings sipping refreshments. Why not do it in style from hand sculpted black and white etched cups? (Of course, it takes little investigative work to see these would be more appropriate for a discerning collector than in a child’s hand…)

Spot the odd one out! Painting the interior of one of the cups yellow, Rosaria Rattin sees no rules in ceramic design; she approaches each porcelain surface as if boldly printing fabric. Each cup is delicately sculpted and etched by hand, creating lines and shapes with individual character. Set of six assorted porcelain cups with a hint of lemon.

€216 ($332 (approx)),
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Hand painted details like this usually command a much higher price tag, but even if this was a little more expensive it seems understandable considering the detail (hand painted ants, for goodness sake).

Adhesive plate hanger included for each plate.
illustrations by re jin lee. for decoration purposes only (except for tea cups).

The Meeting (shown top row): $249.00, Buy it here.
plate 01: 5 7/8″ diameter modern white porcelain saucer.
plate 02: 4 7/8″ diameter A. Vignaud Limoges, France (from 1938-1970) (gold rims)
plate 03: 4 1/2″ diameter ‘Japan’ vintage saucer. (gold rims)

Black Birds Tea Cup, Set of Two: $55.00, Buy it here.
tea cups: 3 1/4″tall x 3″diameter.

Web A Home: $220.00, Buy it here.
plate 01: spider, 5″ diameter T&V Limoges, France (from 1892-1907) (gold rims)
plate 02: web, 5″ diameter T&V Limoges, France (from 1892-1907) (gold rims)
plate 03: “home”, 4 1/2″ diameter ‘Japan’ vintage saucer. (gold rims)

Fly Buzz: $165.00, Buy it here.
plate 01: fly, 5″ diameter T&V Limoges, France (from 1892-1907)
plate 02: buzz, 5 7/8″ diameter white porcelain saucer.

Old office desks have been reborn into this lovely rounded-edge chair and stool.

This chair rocks at home or at the office as an excellent “pièce de resistance” produced from the most unexpected material. Our buddy Ryan Frank has salvaged the wood from old battered office desks and resurrected a charming sleek new chair part of the Strata Range. Featuring a curved lower platform allowing storage space for magazines and books.

material: Old battered office desks

H75 X W40 X D58 cm

Chair: 465.00 € (about $682.00),
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Stool: 195.00 € (about $286.00),
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The brightly colored embroidered birds stand out nicely on this navy cotton shade.

• Hardbacked
• Cotton, brass, iron
• Large: 10″H, 15.5″ diameter
• Imported

$108.00-$148.00,
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This is a great little occasional table with a mighty high price tag.

“This coffee table’s clever design is both dynamic and functional. Plus, the crook in Bird’s leg also lets you get close, making it the perfect occasional table. Breakfast in bed, anybody?”

Materials: Lacquered MDF, powder-lacquered metal frame
Designer: Mats Broberg & Johan Ridderstråle

18.75″dia. x 19.75″H

$999.00,
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How fun does this look? If you’ve got kids, now’s your chance to buy this see-saw, though I’d recommend deducting it from their allowance. It’s never too early to learn fiscal responsibility, right?

Here, clever design, playful learning and the pride of building something yourself are combined. Shipped flat, the Tau See-saw components are pieced within the sheet of wood from which the parts were cut; the parts “unclip” from the template and are easily assembled by an adult. Should your child outgrow the toy, it can be disassembled and the parts clipped back into the sheet for storage.

Materials: Birch veneer
Children 3 years+
Meets all European standards for child safety.

57″ L x 24″ W x 27″ H

$799.00,
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These two laser cut acrylic shades are at pretty good prices:

Amphora Pendant, $250.00,
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“This fun and retro pendant is available in black or white and is the perfect fixture to create some mod atmosphere in any space.”
15.75″ dia. x 15.75″

Bryce Pendant, $165.00,
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“This graphic and laser cut pendant can add a modern punch to any room.”
12″x 12.5″

These tealight holders are cleverly disguised as a barrel, chiminea and campfire.

“These Porcelain Tealight Holders are available in 3 fun styles and are packaged in an attractive gift boxes.”

$13.00 each (add $3.50 for the Chiminea),
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Some trends come and go, but it’s a pretty sure bet cuckoo clocks are here to stay. This white one has some great detailing that’s sure to add some character to whatever room you put it in.

“This modern cuckoo clock is artfully detailed in white washed wood and comes complete with stag head decoration, pine cone weights, swinging pendulum, and a cucoo bird that emerges on the hour to flap its wings and make its call. This nostalgic remake is quartz battery powered with an on/off option for the electronic cuckoo call. A charming tribute to its European origins. Uses 2 D batteries (not included).”

17 x10 36″h

$253.00 from UMA or Amazon.

Check it out- this toothbrush flicks open like a switchblade and has a nice leather carrying case so you can travel in style.

A journey by plane, train or automobile might not be the swift and sexy ride it once was, but that doesn’t mean we can’t at least make a stylish effort. The Brillo toothbrush by Chaki Murata for Metaphys in Japan is the perfect antidote. The ergonomically compact form acts like a switchblade, the brush head flipping out of the body with just a flick. When not in use, slip it into the well-constructed leather case. Ready for gifting, each black box comes equipped with three replacement brushes. The black brush holder comes with a white case; the white holder’s case is natural.

$56.00,
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The Tam Tam Stool is pretty much a classic, and at $48 you can afford to splurge on a few if the mood strikes you.

Originally introduced by designer Henry Massonnet in 1968, this minimal stool was an instant hit because of its versatility, comfort, ease to carry and snap together. An iconic photo of the very iconic Brigitte Bardot on a Tam Tam elevated the stool to cult accessory. Today, the Tam Tam is made in the same French factory using the same mold that gave rise to the original version. Collect all colors, or mix candy brights with futuristic metallics. Or punch up a room with the graphic silhouette of a single stool in a contrasting color. Tam Tam is terrific.

Size: 17.8″ h x 11.8″ w

$48.00,
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An excellent teapot stand/warmer, this will do the job without offending the eye.

“A futuristic teapot warmer, elegantly arranged into a spiral of slats of wood. Produced in workshops staffed by the physically and mentally handicapped, this piece is sure to warm both your tea and your heart.”

10″dia. x 4.5″H

Designer: Christoph Matthias
Materials: Maple or walnut

Sometimes a simple graphic rug is all you need to tie a room together.

“Stylish and whimsical circles make this rug a sure eye catcher. Carved mini shags make up this machine woven rugs in high quality poly.”

Colors Used: Flecked throughout black and cream.
Made in Belgium

4’x6′: $250.00
5’x8′: $500.00
7’x10′: $750.00
8’x11′: $1000.00

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Similar to the $395 1006 Navy Chair, this aluminum chair has the same feel for a lot less dough.

The 1940s aluminum naval chair trades in its bars and stripes for a less military profile and at-ease back. Aluminum can-do attitude is simultaneously lightweight and durable. An eclectic kitchen, dining or office mix-in. All-alum even goes outdoors. Expertly machined; hand-polished. During winter months store indoors or keep covered.

17.75″Wx15.5″Dx33″H (18″H seat).
$119.00,
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This ‘Schuhschein’ Brush is a clever idea…

This handy shoe shine bag and brush is all you need to keep your shoes looking their best. Convenient and beautifully handmade, the attached linen bag will hold polishes and buffers, while the attached natural beech and horsehair brush can be used to wipe dust and grime off of shoes prior to polishing. Made in Germany.
Located in the former Home for the Blind in Berlin, the workshop which produces these brushes employs 15 blind individuals using traditional craft techniques that the Institute for the Blind developed over the last 120+ years.

MATERIALS: linen, wood, horsehair
11″ L x 7.75″ W x 2″ D
$75.00, Buy it here.