Written by Katie on June 11, 2018. Permalink
Father's Day is this Sunday, so now's your chance to get the gift that says "thanks for raising such an awesome kid" or, something more modest, like a card that says "I love you, Dad." 1. I Love You Dad Card, $5.00 2. Basil Eco Planter, $38.00 3. SuperSignal Walnut And Aluminium Digital Radio, $320.00 4. Cast Iron Frying Pan by Sakai Toki, $180.00 5. Logifaces SUPERCOLOR 16pcs Puzzle, $69.00 6. Rains Weekend Bag, $95.00 7. Bank Pen, $59.00 8. Instrmnt K-100 Watch, $239.00 9. TOOL BOX Y350, $40.00 10.…Gift Ideas
Father’s Day Gifts
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Mother’s Day Gifts
Written by Katie on May 1, 2018. Permalink
Next Sunday, May 13, is Mother's Day, so don't be surprised when you next see your mom and she looks a little disappointed at the sight of your empty hands. You could have at least made a card- that's what she'll be thinking- or made some sort of an effort to show a little appreciation. That's when you'll surprise her, by magically pulling out a package with one of these thoughtful things tucked inside. 1. HAY Kaleido Trays, $16.00- $59.00 2. KOPPA Birchwood Tool Box, $145.00 3. Universal Tripod, $80.00 4. Fredericks & Mae Playing Cards, $12.95 5. Perennial Garden…
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Valentine’s Day Gifts
Written by Katie on February 7, 2018. Permalink
Do you need a few gift ideas for Valentine's Day? Here's a smattering of odds and ends that just may make your special one happy. 1. Maple Ring Catch, $50.00 2. Multivitamin Face Oil, $65.00 3. Japanese Vertical Pleats Bag, $30.00 4. Raumgestalt Watch Box, $90.00 5. 'FUCK I LOVE YOU' Rubber Stamp, $20.00 6. EYE HEART U CARD / I LIKE YOU CARD, $5.00 each 7. Architect Pencil Box, $40.00 8. Aurora Vase, Blush, $85.00 9. MOM Ring / DAD Ring, $80.00 each 10. Zodiac Constellation Embroidery, $28.12 11. I love you Mug, $32.00 12. Brass Business Card Holder,…
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Gifts, again
Written by Katie on December 15, 2017. Permalink
Are you sick of gift guides and talk of gift giving? Instead of looking at yet another gift round up, browse through our tagged gifts for the perfect item for your favorite friends and family members. There's all sorts of items in all sorts of categories, and they're all sorted by price. Happy shopping!
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Gifts for Him
Written by Katie on December 14, 2017. Permalink
Just a few ideas for you in case you're stuck... 1. 500 lumens with three light settings and USB port with 30” cord for charging other devices: Trailblazer Flashlight, $100.00 2. To keep him warm: Cashmere Crew, $100.00 3. H2 in Silver Cloud, $199.00 4. Closed Helix Keyring, $30.00 5. The Intrepid Gent Men's Essentials Kit by Aesop, $92.00 6. Louise Bourgeois Card Case, $20.00 7. B&O Play P2 Speaker in Natural, $169.00 8. Komono Walther Watch in Nero, $180.00 9. Stylish and minimal: The Nylon Square Backpack, $58.00 10. So he can sew his initials (or favorite curse word)…
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Gifts for the Homebody
Written by Katie on December 11, 2017. Permalink
How about gifts for someone that loves staying home? You know, a nice vase, a few coasters, a good tray, and the like. 1. Stem Vase, $179.95 2. Six Mirrored Coasters, $145.00 3. Drink the Moon Coasters, $18.00 4. Mini Lumio+ Book Lamp, $125.00 5. U Vase, $50.00 6. Large Paperweight Open Thistle, $68.00 7. Lapis Rectangular Tray, $195.00 8. Bar Decanter and Tumbler Set, $70.00 - $160.00 9. Skultuna Karui Tray, $125.00 - $275.00 10. Effect Vase Gold, $26.00 For more inspiration, check out our Gifts section, where items are organized by price.
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Fashion Gifts
Written by Katie on December 7, 2017. Permalink
How about some random fashion gifts for those nearest and dearest? There's no real rhyme or reason to the selection, just that they're all pretty fun. 1. Cotton Blend Cheetah Tote Bag by Hansel from Basel, $31.00 2. Beautiful: Open House Amistad Hair Clip, $179.00 3. Cloud-shaped metal key ring Gold, $14.00 4. Black Moon & Stars crew Socks, $30.00 5. Luranus Planet Brooch, $36.00 6. I love this earthtuface Skin Stick; add solid perfume to make it a bundle: Skin Stick + Geranium & Vetiver Shell, $89.00 7. Pretty brass ring with glass cabochons: Suede (Brass) Ring, $155.00 8.…
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Photography Gifts
Written by Katie on December 6, 2017. Permalink
Know someone that likes snapping photos? Here's a few things that they might like as a gift this holiday season. 1. Clip on this 2-in-1 Wide Angle and Macro Lens over your phone’s existing lens for a new perspective. $30.00 2. Too cute: Camera Patch Pin, $6.00 3. The Glif holds your smartphone securely in portrait or landscape with a quick release lever, and includes three tripod mounts. $28.00 4. Lomography Lomo'Instant San Remo Plus + 3 Lenses - Instant Film Camera. $134.99 (More cameras at Lomography.com) 5. Camera Pin by Macon & Lesquoy, $24.00 6. Friends' portraits (and selfies?)…
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Gifts
Written by Katie on November 30, 2017. Permalink
Ah, the holiday season... and all the shopping that goes along with it. We're going to not do the guest gift guides this year, but, remember, you can click on over to our Gifts category, where items have been sorted according to price. Plus, the previous Gift Guides are always fun to look at for ideas. Let us know if you come across any broken links. Happy shopping! Gifts Under $25 Gifts $26-$50 Gifts $51-$75 Gifts $76-$100 Gifts $100+ GIFT GUIDES
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Father’s Day
Written by Katie on June 14, 2017. Permalink
It's Father's Day this weekend, and you still have time to get something good if you get to it right this very minute. 1. CROZ DIY Digital Camera, $140.00 2. Table Grill, $269.00 3. Dual Clip Card and Money Holder, $12.00 4. Uma Sound Lantern, $378.25 5. Weekend Bag, $110.00 6. BBQ Tool Set, $112.00 7. Growler, $59.00 8. Handcrafted Leather Valet Tray, $85.00 9. Logifaces, an analogue game for digital minds, $70.00 10. Men's Ultimate Travel Jacket , $159.00 Note: Yes, some of these suggestions are very typical, and the blame for that goes to severe jet lag. For…
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Mother’s Day 2017
Written by Katie on May 2, 2017. Permalink
When is Mother's Day? Next weekend, if you can believe it. If you're not sure what you're going to buy as a gift, here are a few ideas that may be appropriate for your favorite matriarch. 1. The perfect tote: Iittala x Issey Miyake Bag in Ivory, $180.00 2. It's better than a tattoo: Mom Lapel Pin, $12.00 3. A little blue vase: Troll Vase, $50.00 4. For herbs or flowers: Menu Grow Pot, $80.00 5. A little beauty enhancement: Rodin Lip Set, $190.00 (or just the Lip Balm, $34.00) 6. Warmth, pattern, color: Dusen Dusen Throw - Shapes, $180.00…
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Gifts
Written by Katie on December 21, 2016. Permalink
Still on the hunt for the perfect gift? You'd best be quick. Remember, you can click on over to our Gifts category, where items have been sorted according to price. Plus, the Gift Guides are always fun to peruse. Some retailers are offering next day shipping, but if not, best hit the sidewalks or roads for local shops. Happy shopping! Gifts Under $25 Gifts $26-$50 Gifts $51-$75 Gifts $76-$100 Gifts $100+ GIFT GUIDES
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Stefan Boublil Wish List 2016
Written by Katie on December 20, 2016. Permalink
Stefan Boublil, the creative director of the apartment, is next to share his wish list of gifts to give/receive this holiday season. Thank you, Stefan, for continuing the tradition! In Stefan's own words: Wanna wrap yourself in cotton candy until the demons have flown over and it's safe to come out? That's how I feel too and I know of only one remedy, short of that sticky mess, to help us be whole again: doing good for others this holiday season. 1. First mellow out by sending the WestWorld Radiohead covers throughout your place with a system that costs a…
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Simon Yuen Wish List 2016
Written by Katie on December 15, 2016. Permalink
The next wish list is from Simon Yuen, a former writer for us here at BLTD, and an all around maker of stuff. He runs Recreation Department in Portland, so if you ever have a party there and need some games, you know who to call. Thank you, Simon, for sharing your list! 1. Occulus Rift + Touch, $599.00 and $199.00 2. orbitkey $39.95 3. Atlas Obscura Book, $17.50 4. areaware concrete desk tape dispenser, $25.00 5. Stanley Stein, $35.00
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Minimalissimo Wish List 2016
Written by Katie on December 13, 2016. Permalink
The next wish list to be shared is from the team over at Minimalissimo, specifically, Carl MH Barenbrug, Editor-in-Chief. If you've not had a chance to take a look at their Mag N°2, I bet you'll enjoy it. Thank you, Carl, for sharing your list of minimalist gifts to give and get this holiday season. 01. Wästberg Irvine w082, $649.00 02. Princeton Architectural Press Grids and Guides Notebook for Visual Thinkers, $13.20 03. Minimalissimo Mag N°2, £12.00 04. Havana Wingback Chair, € 1.095,00 05. Coltrane Lou Mohair Sweater, €565.00 06. Everlane Foldover Crossbody, $150.00 07. COS Loose Fit Cotton Chinos,…