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Folding Bird House

Technically this would be a bird feeder, right? Either way, it sure looks good.

This contemporary bird feeder comes flat-packed and easily folds upright. Includes a wooden perch and a metal string for hanging. Made of white-painted steel. Hand-wash only.

Designers: Jesper Moller Hansen,
Dorthe Weis, 2007
Size: Assembled: 7h x 10w x 7.75″d

$50.00, Buy it here.

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Price: $50.00
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Wonderland Candlesticks

These are so completely wonderful (and affordable too!).

the wonderland candleholders designed by stephen johnson conjure up a surreal alice in wonderland world of escape. each candleholder is comprised of a balancing act of figurines that were individually cast from ornaments that johnson found at antique markets. the wonderland series illustrates how design can fulfill emotional needs like fantasy, nostalgia, & humor. choose from three designs that come in a matte white resin finish. in addition, the ‘bird’ design is available in a special edition gold finish & the ‘rabbit’ design is available in a chrome finish. -unicahome

Lady In Wonderland Candlestick
Rabbit In Wonderland Candlestick
Bird In Wonderland Candlestick

Purchase Information:

Price: $68.00
Available from: Unica Home

Museum Frame Decal

Are you slightly tired of all the decals everywhere yet? I thought I was until I saw these.

Framed! Ornate frame-in-frame vinyl decals adhere easily to any flat surface that needs a little culture! Imported. Wipe clean.

Contains 2 decals
Approx 20″w, 27.5″h

$18.00, originally available from Urban Outfitters.

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Price: $18.00
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Akanbe Folding Basket

A basket that becomes a rug…you can’t say that for all those wicker versions out there, but you can for this little guy. Seems like it would be really handy for toting around a little one’s toys and miscellany; unfold it and it becomes a play surface, fold it back up and it’ll corral everything all over again.
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Purchase Information:

Price: AUD125.00
Available from: Mimoto

Table Tap

Looking more like something out of a science lab than what you would use to serve your guests, this ‘Table Tap’ makes the ordinary ol’ water jug seem a bit dull.

Inspired by inventions and scientific research, this object’s basic function has been put into a new context. Table tap also reminds us of a perfume atomiser, though now it functions as a small water pump at the table. Pouring a simple glass of water really is a fascinating experience.

Designer: Arnout Visser
17 dia. x 47 cm

€149.00, Buy it at Droog.

Purchase Information:

Price: $149.00
Available from: droog

Off-The-Wall Hooks

These would look spectacular in multiples; the shiny finish is also a nice touch.

Geometric and bold, these colorful wall hooks complement any space. Mount multiples to create a playful arrangement. Made of shiny powder-coated steel. Hardware included.

5.5h x 2w x 2″d

$25.00, Buy it here.

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Price: $25.00
Availability: Buy Off-The-Wall Hooks here

Credit Card Cutlery

Never leave home without it…(‘it’ being cutlery that you can keep in your wallet).

In case of hunger don’t buy junk food, but good food. And be prepared to have your cutlery with you! Designed for, and available exclusively at, the Shop at the Cooper-Hewitt.

Designer: Ineke Hans, 2006

$10.00, Buy it here.

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Price: $10.00
Availability: Buy Credit Card Cutlery here

Up in the Air Somewhere: New Items

I’ve posted some of Susan’s work before, but I have to say her new items are worth another post. I love how delicate the bowls appear…and those factory vessels (shown top left) would add a nice sculptural element to a desktop/tablescape.

factory vessels, $58.00-$62.00 each, Buy it here.
rubber-dipped cup, $32.00,
Buy it here.
pair of small paper bowls (peach fade), $28.00,
Buy it here.
gold paper bowls, $18.00-$34.00,
Buy it here.

Icon Pendant

A hundred dollars off? Yes please.

With a Panton-like playfulness, the Icon Lamp (2003) by Ferruccio Laviani is at once simple and dramatic in its scale and color. Made from color-tinted transparent vinyl polymer, the Icon’s dome-shaped shade reduces glare while appearing slightly iridescent when lit. At nearly two feet in diameter, it is a versatile, statement-making fixture for an entryway, dining room or restaurant, and can also be hung in multiples for increased visual impact.

H 13″ W 21″ Cord L 76″

Red or White.

$293.00 Now: $196.31, Buy it here.

Purchase Information:

Price: $293.00
Availability: Buy Icon Pendant here

Mixelated Pillows

With a name like ‘mixelated’, how could you not absolutely love these pillows?

Brand: Alice & Sens
Material: Silk and linen
Dimensions: 50 x 50 cm

Mixelated Blue, €50 €39.50 Buy it here.
Mixelated Plum, €50 €39.50 Buy it here.

Purchase Information:

Price: &euro39.50
Availability: Buy Mixelated Pillows here

Modern-Twist Placemats

Modern-Twist has a great collection of modern placemats which you should definitely take a gander at if you haven’t already. My favorite, oddly enough, is the kid’s versions which are able to be drawn upon with washable markers. Brilliant idea.

Stream Placemat, $17.00, Buy it here.
Doileez, pack of 2: $25.00, Buy it here.
Hide and Seek: $17.00, Buy it here.
Day At The Pond Placemat: $17.00, Buy it here.

Luau Portable Lamp

If you’re planning on spending any time lounging around outdoors this summer, you might want to consider these portable indoor/outdoor lamps (plus, right now you can get two for the price of one at DWR).
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Purchase Information:

Price: $199.99
Available from: DWRLamp Plus

Cedar Sake Vessel

I don’t make a practice of drinking sake, but this vessel by designer Shunji Kurimori might convince me to start.

Kurimori’s Cedar Sake Bottle is made using old cedar trees with a striking narrow grain, resulting in a bentwood low-conduction vessel that keeps cold sake cool, hot sake warm. Kurimori is a Master of Traditional Craft, recognized by the Japanese Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry. Pair the Cedar Sake Bottle with the Cedar Sake Cups (sold separately) to practice a third Japanese tradition: sharing sake and conversation with friends.

Cedar Sake Vessel, $140.00 Now: $84.00
Cedar Sake Cups (Set of 2) $85.00 Now: $51.00
Buy it here.

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A Candle Stick Vase

A novel idea…and well realized too I think.

“A Candle Stick Vase” combines the beauty and function of a candle stick and a vase into one. Its nostalgic look and details that resembles an old European candle stand will magically create a romantic candle light feel by placing a flower in it. Blow the petals away as if it was a real light! The tray can also be used to place your keys and coins. -mollaspace

W 5.5″ x D 5.7″ x H 9.8″

$42.00, Buy it here.

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Price: $42.00
Availability: Buy A Candle Stick Vase here

Antique Sari Quilts

No doubt there will many differing opinions on these two items, but hopefully a few of you can appreciate the color and pattern of these antique sari throws.

Traditional quilts with an exotic edge add glimpses of another culture to your surroundings. Each is an original, handmade in India by artisans who work lengths and patches of vintage cotton saris into stunning throws for sofa, chair or bed. Hand quilted and reversible; colors and patterns will vary. Dry clean. Imported. Each is one-of-kind and subject to prior sale.

#71 and #23 shown above.

$495.00, Buy it here.

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Price: $495.00
Availability: Buy Antique Sari Quilts here