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Hand printed water based ink, 100 percent organic cotton broadcloth.

[posted by kris]

How handy are these?

When collapsed, our Folding Crate is compact enough to hide away in the car trunk or between the washer and dryer. But when expanded, its large capacity defies all logic! Made of heavy-duty plastic and reinforced with metal pins for greater strength, multiples can be stacked securely atop one another and are perfect for carting groceries or sports equipment. It’s durable enough for heavy items, but light enough for kids to carry their toys.

reg. $14.99 $11.99 ea,
Buy it here.

If you’ve ever had a hankering for owning one of the Nelson Bubble Lamps, this particular one is on sale.

A mid-century classic, the Bubble Lamp was first designed by George Nelson in 1947 and was produced by Howard Miller starting in the early 1950s and ending in 1979. Our supplier has reissued the Nelson Bubble Lamps to the original specifications, using the original Herman Miller tooling. These famous lamps are part of the permanent collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.

Small: 7.5″h x 17.5″ dia, $358.50 Sale: $239.00
Medium: 9.5″h x 25″ dia, $418.50 Sale: $299.00
Large: 14″h x 36″ dia, $483.50 Sale: $364.00

Available at YLighting.

Here are some different accent pillows that you’re not likely to find everywhere.

“Our cushions are unique items : we take great care to match the back with the front. The fabric of the back may therefore vary from one cover to the next. Each cover is numbered and the number of copies limited.”

left to right, top to bottom:
Myope,
Astygmate,
Gum,
Spirographe,
Réglisse,
One,

(w/ shipping costs to US, the total comes to about 49.70€, which is about $79.00)

34.00€,
Buy it here.

[via emmas designblogg]

Here’s a fun mirror that slides in just under the $100 mark…

Recycle, reflect, check your hair. We can’t stop gazing at this international patchwork of recycled iron sheet packaging complete with logos, type, colors and patterns framing a 17″ square mirror. Every time we take a look, we see something we never noticed before, like a Balinese soda can. Which reminds us, each is unique with a world of fun bright designs. Wood composite frame. Matching tray available.

30″ sq. (17″ sq. mirror)

$99.95,
Buy it here.

This is such a perfect wall graphic for a child’s room.

[posted by kris]

These pots allow you some versatility in placement. I like the idea of switching them around whenever the mood strikes.

A set of five ceramic pots, perfect for growing a range of herbs, plants or wheatgrass. Arrange them into an X as its name suggests… and if you get bored of the look, a quick rearrangement easily transforms your X Tray into an L or I Tray instead.

22″W (arranged in a line) x 4″H

$99.00, Buy it here.

A nice price for a nice light…

“The Cocoon Pendant Lamp is an excellent choice for a unique lighting experience. It will be an instant conversation started with its stunning looks. It features a white gloss shade and a chrome finish.”

White or Black.
16 1/2″W x 11 1/2″H x 13 1/2″D

$199.00,
Buy it here.

Goodness gracious, these mirrors are pretty impressive (and maybe the dog’s head one is a little scary). While they might be pricey, they’d sure make a statement in whatever room you them in.

designed by tord boontje and emma woffenden for artecnica, the tranSglass mirrors series are part of artecnica’s design with conscience series. inspired by guatemalan tribal masks, the mirrors are manufactured to order in guatemala and therefore have an extended delivery time. the mirrors have an MDF backing. shipping charges will apply.

dog’s head mosaic: 10.2″ x 10.2″; mirror: 16.0″ x 30.6″ x 7/8″, $2,200.00

star mosaic: 19″ x 19.7″; mirror: 37.6″ x 43.3″ x .88″, $3,400.00
Buy it here.

Similar in theory to the Bin Bin wastebasket, except it actually is crumpled paper.

“Made of synthetic paper, this wastebasket is washable and tear-resistant. Comes crumpled in a spherical ball.”

28 x 45cm.
$45.00 CAD,
Buy it here.

Two very luxe-looking pillows to add some sheen to your sofa, chair, or bed…

Mosaic Pillow:

Delicate tassels of gold are scattered on a mosaic of silver faux-leather tiles. This elegant pillow will highlight your sofa or bed, perfectly complementing either bold or neutral colours. Imported from France. Back lined in a light grey fabric.
Size: 16″ x 16″
$75.00, Buy it here.

Gold Brick Pillow:

Original, bold and flashy, the Gold Brick pillow will complement your decor with a spectacular effect, adding an ironic hint of Las Vegas or of the Fort Knox vaults to your room. Perfect alone, in pairs or mixed with other colorful pillows. Manufactured in Italy. Made of gold leaf technical fabric.
Size: 19.70″L 7.9″W 3.9″H
$110.00,
Buy it here.

These mirrors seem to be pretty special- take a look at the incredible texture and materials. Christian Astuguevieille (pronounced ah-stewg-v’YAY) designed them especially for CoutureLab and after googling him and glimpsing just a tiny peek at his abode and various art objects, I can understand the mystique and appeal surrounding the man behind the name. Also, check out his crazy rope chair, called Moisart…not for the timid decorator/designer/collector.

Mirave Mirror:

The bunched, synthetic lavender of this mirror is dipped in black acrylic paint creating a dense textured frame to the convex glass. The frame is backed in black wood and signed by the artist…Characteristics between individual pieces may vary as each mirror is handmade.

Size: Small 22 x 22 cm
$3,000 approx, Buy it here.

Mirol Mirror:

The domes and spheres which frame this mirror are constructed from braided cotton, the same material that is used to make synthetic flowers. The back of the mirror is lined with muslin and marked with the Christian Astuguevieille atelier stamp…Characteristics between individual pieces may vary as each mirror is handmade.

Rectangular mirror mounted with a saffron red braided cotton frame
Size: Small 29 x 24 cm
$1,251 (approx), Buy it here.

The NYtimes also has an article on Astuguevieille as well.

If you’re not so fond of telling the time military-style, this clock will do the math for you.

Tell it the way they do on the other side of the pond. Track time 00:00 to 24:00 in concentric black double digits squared on white. Black aluminum hands, white wood composite frame. Glass lens protects. One AA battery (not included).

19.75″ sq.
$59.95,
Buy it here.

This sushi set certainly evokes a lily pond; I like how the forms are handled simply and how they manage to be fun in an understated, elegant way.

It is important to remember that the objects presented here, just like the ones in the Chin Family, characters or flowers and fruits, each performing the roles of domestic household objects, are made partly in hand-decorated plastic and partly in fine bone china, also hand-decorated. The magic of Giovannoni’s design lies in the fact that these objects recall the grace of 18th century ceramic trinkets, while at the same time being utterly contemporary…

Sushi set composed of: plate and chopsticks in melamine, small plate for soy sauce and chopsticks holder in fine bone china. Hand-decorated.

$94.00,
Buy it here.

This would look excellent anywhere you need more space for coats or clothes, and given that it is now on sale for $150 instead of $275, you’d have to be crazy (or broke) to pass it up.

Great for small spaces and instant additional storage, this coat rack can be leaned against any wall for an eye-catching, efficient, and easily transportable solution for hanging coats and clothes. Simple assembly required; easily disassembles for storage. Made of brushed aluminum and walnut.

Size: Assembled: 59.5h x 31.5w x 12″d

$275.00 $149.95 Sale, $134.95 Members, Buy it here.