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I’d categorize these plates as more art than tabletop gear, but I’m sure they’d do either job just as well.

“These heavy porcelain plates are part of the Surface 2 line by a French company called Domestic. Domestic works with well-known designers and graphic artists to produce beautiful designs for the home. Each set includes two different designs by one artist. Opulant Boat features sumptuous linework by artist and musician Dylan Martorell.”

10.5″ diam

A natural stone base is sure to make these lamps stay put.

Spanish stone base, rustic white jute shade.

table lamp: 5″sq base x 30″h.
floor lamp: 7″sq base x 72″h.

This struck me at first as honeycomb-patterned rather than giraffe, but either way it’s a decently patterned rug with a reasonable price tag.

“A bold animal print for the urban jungle. Hand-tufted looped and cut
pile lends rich dimension and sumptuous softness. 85% wool/15% viscose.
Imported. Clay/ivory.”

CDT’s workspace tools have me itching to update my desktop accessories.

“The CDT Universal Scissors (2006) are a true example of form following
function – their universal appeal lies in their ability to be used by
left- and right-handed people alike. The unique shape is crafted
entirely from brushed stainless steel. Craft Design Technology (CDT) is
a Japanese company that’s very much an expression of today’s global
design culture.”

CDT Scissors: $125 
CDT Desk Set:
$589 $500

Thanks Blaine!

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Without ornamentation, the imperfection of each ceramic vase becomes its identifying feature.

Vases cast from existing bottles with imperfections.
Sold individually.

left to right: tall 13″

While Roost has done many a carved animal, including a Carved Wood Deer Head and many wall-worthy Carved Wood Trophy Heads, now they’ve applied their expertise to a collection of birds.

“Various carved wood birds flock together in Roost’s feather-free
menagerie. These life-like and in some cases life-size birds are
hand-carved from solid basswood. The wood is left unfinished to
highlight its natural grain. Minor assembly required.”

Penguin, $190, 9" L x 18" W x 20 3/4" H

Stilt, $130, 13 1/2" L x 6 1/4" W x 17 3/4" H

White Ibis, $350, 23" L x 10 1/2" W x 27" H

Crowned Crane, $390, 24" L x 12" W x 30 3/4" H

Puffin, $90, 6 1/4" L x 4 3/4" W x 14 1/4" H

Spoonbill, $330, 19 1/2" L x 12" W x 24 3/4" H

Great Curassow, $310, 20 1/2" L x 7 1/4" W x 14 1/4" H

Guinea Hen, $490, 22 1/2" L x 7 1/4" W x 23 1/2" H

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An elegant solution to overhead lighting, this wall mounted lamp is counterbalanced so that you may fully adjust it to your needs.
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A completely unoffensive wastebasket…the integrated handles are an excellent feature.

“Jump or stomp over this ThrashCan and watch it bounce back. This clever waste container is accommodates standard grocery bags or 8 gallon liners. Integral handle design makes for easy carrying. Made from reclaimed automobile tire rubber.”
 
Available in 2 trim options: recycled black plastic, or recycled brushed aluminum.

12″Diameter x 17″H.

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These seem to be popping up everywhere online recently…

“Fiducia means faith or confidence in Latin – this group of candlesticks
and vases cannot stand alone, but only gain their function from being
joined together – the strong magnets that link them bestow stability
and flexibility. Configurable in a multitude of ways (you know we love
designs that can be played with!): as pairs, or in an infinitely long,
snakelike line, in a closed circle – as you like.”

Bedding can definitely be a challenge to find; this set is a great choice because it’s yarn dyed, which creates a softer feel than printed fabric, and it’s got stripes that add interest and color without overwhelming a smaller room.

“By reducing the decorative to its essential elements, we have
reinterpreted ornamentation in a fresh, minimal style for the
contemporary home. Attention to detail makes this collection
distinctive and unique – from the rich hand of the fabrics to the
addition of trim and fine tailoring.”

Draper Stripe Ash Standard Cases (pair), $66.00
Draper Stripe Ash Standard Shams (pair), $77.00
Draper Stripe Ash Euro Square Cases (pair), $88.00
Draper Stripe Ash Queen Sheet Set, $242.00
Draper Stripe Ash Full/queen Duvet & Cases Set, $286.00
(Duvet set includes 1 duvet cover and 1 pair of cases.)

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This must be entirely frustrating to make but it sure looks good.

“This product is made to order and requires a lead time of 4 weeks. Using recycled textiles and their care lables a completely unique
cushion will be made up for you. You may request what colours and
texures you would like the back to made of.”

[via notcot.org]

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Dwell studio bedding, once available only at boutique/modern retailers has hit the mass market at Target and is now available for pre-order.

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These would be just the thing to jump start some desk organization.

“Hand-made entirely of felt, these handy grey and green boxes have inset
areas to place pens and pencils, rubber bands, paper clips or any other
small pieces of desktop detritus. The more-organized user can fold the
boxes in half to cover their coveted supplies, while a freer soul can
leave them open, perhaps allowing small binder clips to mingle with the
thumbtacks. Modular and aesthetically quiet, these simple rectilinear
shapes are sized to scale, providing an invaluable organizational tool.”

Grey felt, 80% wool, 20% nylon; green felt, 100% wool.

Small box (two included), closed: H 1.5″ W 3.25″ D 3.25″, open: H .75″ W 6.75″ D 3.25″
Medium box (one included), closed: H 1.5″ W 3.25″ D 4.25″, open: H .75″ W 6.75″ D 4.25
Large box (one included), closed: H 1.5″ W 3.25″ D 11″, open: H .75″ W 6.75″ D 11″

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I don’t know anyone who would spend $800 on a set of candles, but these certainly aren’t ordinary. I suppose if someone just absolutely loved them beyond belief the price wouldn’t matter so much.

100% beeswax

Aphrodite height: 9.75″
Hermes height: 8.5″

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As always, it is my duty to inform you of any decent perpetual calendars. I’d say this qualifies and exceeds expectations with its spare and functional design.

“Is time linear? The Folle Wall Calendar (1982) says yes, offering an
innovative way to measure time, with the days of the month presented in
a straight line. A red pointer that slides along the top, above cobalt
blue numbers, adjusts to the current day. Two holes on either end allow
this perpetual calendar to be hung above your workspace, a reminder
that even everyday objects like a calendar can transcend the mundane.
Made in Denmark.”

W 39.5″ x D 3″

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