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For those of you that would appreciate a finer material than plastic to carry your purchases, this leather shopping bag would do so with ease. Plus, you’d cut down on all those plastic bags, so you’d be making a tiny difference in environmental impact (right?).

“Fluo’s elegantly simple leather bag is based on the shape of a classic plastic shopping bag. Fluo appropriates this very utilitarian design, allowing one to hold much with great ease, and unexpectedly renders it in supple, luxurious leather.”

14w x 16.75″l

I swear I’ve made a bracelet just like this, except it broke and fell off somewhere because I used lesser quality supplies.

“The Endless Necklace is constructed of functional jewelry closures, mimicking the form of the classic pearl necklace but rendered entirely in clasps. This deceptively simple necklace belies its historic influence.”

Material: Sterling Silver Size: d.16″(40cm) +1”(2.5cm) extra

I simply cannot believe that I haven’t posted this yet. The ring (in size 7.5 only) has the text from The Divine Comedy of Dante Alighieri, Canto I of Paradiso, translated by Charles S. Singleton.

…And even as a second ray is wont to issue from the first, and mount upwards again, …thus of her action, infused through the eyes into my imagination, mine was made, and I fixed my eyes on the sun beyond our wont…I did not endure it long, nor so little that I did not see it sparkle… –

This makes so much sense for stormy days. Sadly, US customers (and non-EU residents) will have to be patient, as storm umbrellas cannot yet be shipped outside the European Union. via core77

“SENZ Umbrellas is proud to introduce the first game-changing innovations in umbrella design. The aerodynamic SENZ Original easily resists storms up to wind force 10! From now on, you’ll experience rain as liquid sunshine! The SENZ Mini is unique for always finding the best position in the wind, which requires minimum force.”

Leather laser cut watches.

Economic little travel raincoat which comes with it’s own bag.

“The traditional Latin cross is reinterpreted to concentrate on its religious focus. Da Jesus is an outline of the body of Christ during crucifixion instead of focusing on the physical cross itself. The piece is complete when the wearer becomes integrated into the design. Each piece is lost wax casted from a wax pattern made from a silicon mold.”

19mm L x 17mm W

Such novelty!

60 meters roll of tape.

Perfect as a gift for someone who’s about to go on a big journey. It has a currency converter, and the aluminum case will also accommodate two credit cards.

2.36 inches W x 3.62 inches H x 0.35 inches D.

This may be the loveliest tape measure ever, and considering tape measures aren’t meant to look lovely, that is something notable. Talk about an excellent little gift for someone…

4cm x 4.5cm

(This item’s link and price was updated 03/26/10.)

This particular bracelet is suprisingly simple and modern in its execution, which is all the more impressive considering the material it’s made from.

“Made by designer Jeff Davis, the record cuff is the result of smart design combined with his commitment to give new life to cast-off albums. Rescued from landfills, yesterday’s top 40 hits are recycled into this sleek vinyl and rhodium-plated brass bracelet.”

Made in Brooklyn.

6″ L, 2.5″ wrist width

You’re sure to make a statment with this little accessory. If you’re fond of the look, I suggest checking out Arthur Hash (the designer)- he has quite a few other interesting jewelry-like items.

Made from mild steel and paint.

Designed in 1974, the zipper necklace is suprisingly still fashionable.

materials: Sterling silver

I bought some compact grocery bags when I was in japan and I just love them. They’re so small when put away, and yet really sturdy when you fill them with your groceries.

Weighs a mere 1.5 oz. – it’s the lightest reusable shopping bag on the market
Made of rip-stop nylon that simply will not tear
Handle fabric doubled for comfort
Designed to fit over supermarket checkout frames
Opens to full sized bag that holds over 25 lbs.
Folds into tiny sack attached to inside of the bag (unique feature)

(This item’s link was updated 11/19/09.)

I liked the concept in the larger bags, and I like it in the coin purse too.

“Josh Jakus Um Hold is about the size of a softball, but much more useful. Made from gray pressed felt (approx. 85% wool and 15% mixed fibers). And available in blue, gray, green, or orange self-locking zipper. 5.5”x4.5”x2.25””