bltd

These pulls won't appeal to everyone, as they're rather odd and not at all what you'd find at a local kitchen and bath store. However, for those of us that like edgier options when it comes to drawer and cabinet hardware, Malia Jensen's Ear and Tongue Pulls are delightfully different, enough so to consider spending far more than necessary simply to outfit a bathroom's vanity drawers with ears. Or tongues....Read more

Concrete seems to be a popular material for 2015, or so it seems looking at some of the new furnishings hitting the marketplace. This little-yet-heavy table pairs a walnut veneer with a concrete overlay to hit a utilitarian note that's sure to work alongside other furniture periods, especially if you like a mix-and-match look to a room. It's hefty (~65 lbs.), so it'll stay put, just make sure you don't...Read more

A built-in lid? Yes, please. The Phold Container sure is cute, and it appears to be incredibly handy as well. The pliant food-safe silicone is perfect for keeping snacks or other small odds and ends safe and sound, just fold over the lid to make sure contents stay put. Think of it for holding your mid-afternoon snack or put it to use in the office area for paperclips and other...Read more

What sets this apart from all the other calendars out there? For starters, it's pretty big (24"x36") so you'll have a hard time missing important dates. You can view your entire year all at once for big-picture planning, and maybe, just maybe, that will help you keep yourself accountable for all those goals and resolutions you may have written out just a few minutes ago to avoid doing work get...Read more

Happy Holidays to you! Here's hoping you have an enjoyable holiday break- we'll be back with our normal schedule after the new year begins. Shown above: Mighty Tree Top- Green Hemlock, $12.00...Read more

The last wish list to be shared is from Kristen Wentrcek of the Wintercheck Factory. Thanks Kristen for sharing your list! 1. Festool TS 5S Plunge Cut Track Saw, $615.00 2. Wretest Japanese Spicy Rice Crackers with Peanuts, $2.20 3. Basically Anything from this Store - This store is small and amazing: Gentry (If you want something specific: Nanamica Cycling Vest, $310.00 ) 4. Dock Table/ Truck Furniture, ¥175,000 5....Read more

The next wish list is shared by Gregory Buntain, Co-Founder and Design Director of Fort Standard. Thanks Gregory for contributing your ideas of gifts to give and get! (For more gift ideas, be sure to check out our Gifts category.) 1. Titanium Mug, $50.00 2. Balancing Blocks by Fort Standard, $48.00 3. Waterproof Fire Kit, $150.00 4. Stone Candle Holders, $68.00 5. Tissue Box, $90.00 6. Black Notebook from Public...Read more

Who doesn't love a blank page to write upon? Give yourself or someone you like/love a year of pages to record whatever they want. Each journal has 80 pages and a hole punch through its side to mark the different months. At $39 for the year, that's not a bad deal. Size: 3.5" | 4.75" Material: Paper...Read more

The next wish list up is from Sieb of Good Ideas Grow On Trees. Thanks Sieb for sharing! 1. A pair of Insecta shoes - made in Brazil from vintage clothing - love the colours! 2. A Moebe frame - as I love framing any artwork I can get my hands on. 3. A Woodstock Wardrobe (€ 350) from designer Jeroen van Leur - Dutch Design at it’s best! 4....Read more

Emily and Chad Robertson from Chadhaus are the next to share items they wish to give and get this holiday season. If you're not aware of their design studio, they produce beautiful, modern wood furniture pieces made to order in Seattle, Washington. Thank you both for sharing! In Emily's own words- Chad and I each have our own lists, featuring many great locally made handcrafted products and great shops in...Read more

What the what?!? Can it be? A marble serving board hand-cut with beveled edges? Talk about impressing your guests, fine Agaria Marble in a gem-like shape will make anything you put on it look like a million bucks (probably). Appetizers, charcuterie, you name it, it's going to look like it came from a chef's kitchen on this kind of serving board. -approximately 16"W x 6.5"D x 1"H -hand-cut white agaria...Read more

Simon Yuen, a former contributing writer to BLTD and all around creative smarty-pants, is next to share his wish list. He's currently living in Portland and making all sorts of cool stuff for a living. Thanks Simon! 1. Mates for Life Poster, $28.00 2. Dutch Blitz® Card Game, $9.99 3. Square Handle Basket, $110.00 4. Large Canvas Notebook, $32.00 5. Matador Pocket Blanket, $24.99...Read more

Are terrariums still on your wish list? It feels as if they're not as popular as last season, however, I'd bet there's still a fair amount of us that want to have a little indoor garden. We're in luck, as there are quite a few options available over at Etsy. You'll find more than a handful of sellers doing their best to tempt you with their geometric terrariums. Above, Glass...Read more

Remember the Picto Wall Clock? I know you like the simple graphics of its face and hands, but here's an idea- instead of wearing it Flavor Flav style, why don't you get the wristwatch version? A monochrome case and band has a rotating watch face that shows the passage of time, and it's now in MoMA's permanent collection. Designed by Steen Georg Christensen and Erling Andersen. Dimensions: 30mm, 40mm, or...Read more

If you're still struggling to find a gift for a wine lover, might I suggest a modern decanter such as the Essence by Iittala? It's simple and elegant, and, if your recipient likes color, it is available in a translucent copper ombre as well as a quieter clear glass. A small lip at the mouth ensures precise pouring while the bottom-heavy base provides heft and stability. Designer: Alfredo Haberli Manufacturer:...Read more