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Seeing as the rectangle version is no longer available, you might want to snap up the round version quick if it’s your sort of thing. (I know I like it, but have waay too many clocks to add any more to my collection.)

This atypical version of a typical clock is designed to be displayed at the edge of a shelf or mantel. Eye-catching, it appears to be only the top half of a clock, but the hands fully rotate. Made of powder-coated steel with aluminum hands. One AA battery included.

Size: Round: 5.25h x 8w x 2.75″d
Rectangle no longer available

$46.00, Buy it here.

Modernica reissued George Nelson’s classic Criss Cross Bubble Lamps last month, so now you have even more to choose from when rounding out your lighting collection. Also, be sure to check out Modernica’s 20th Anniversary Warehouse Sale (starting July 18th) for some great savings.

George Nelson developed the Bubble Lamp in 1947 after purchasing a high-end Swedish spherical hanging lamp for his new office. Nelson was inspired to design a lighting fixture with the same look and superior lighting, but more cost effective.

Saucer CC Lamp, $359.00
Cigar CC Lamp, $359.00
Pear CC Lamp, $405.00
Ball CC Lamp, $359.00
Buy it here.

The same folks that brought you the popular City Neighborhood Posters (on left) have expanded the collection to include ‘The Heart’ poster (shown on right, also available in black/cream). Nice, eh?

$20.00, Buy it here.

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 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.

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.

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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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.

For inexpensive art, take a good look at Areaware’s vinyl wall decals. The 98″ x 18″ wall panels might be the perfect thing for the end of a hallway or a ho-hum room. I’ll post the larger wall vinyls in the remodel section later on this week (since they would work/look more like a wallpaper as far as coverage).

Fountain of Desires, by Coco Tassel, $120.00
Light Mix, by Florence Manlik, $120.00

Verde (not shown), by Florence Manlik, $120.00

Dimensions (all): 98.5 x 18.5 inches

Make sure to have an extra bottle opener on hand for any summer soirées you plan to have, because goodness knows your guests won’t want to wait in line.

Lightwood Fish Corkscrew, $13.00
Tube Corkscrew/Bottle Opener, $13.00

Buy it here.

Do your next sushi meal justice with this lovely bamboo and ceramic set.

The Legnoart KOBE Sushi At All is a beautiful piece, useful and elegant with a touch of the Japanese culture. You can now eat sushi like a real Japanese! better still, a modern stylish Japanese sushi meal is now available at home! It consists of: * Side compressed natural bamboo * Ceramic bowls for Soya Sauce and Wassabi * Bamboo Chopsticks included * Hand made water-based finishing

Designed by Bjørn Blisse

$99.95, Buy it here.