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I do hope you had a nice holiday weekend. Did you make it outside to enjoy the weather in the park or your backyard? If you're nodding your head to the backyard bit of the last question, here's another one for you: are you lucky enough to have a little patio area where a hanging swing might fit? I haven't seen many options for a simple, metal swing until happening...Read more

We've discussed minimalist wallets before, and this Backpocket Phone Wallet should join the list. The silicone sleeve sticks on to the back of your phone or phone case for a secure spot to store some cash and/or credit cards. It appears to work better than a thick rubber band (raise your hand if you've tried that before) and it's almost as cheap. Well, okay, it's almost as cheap as a...Read more

Sometimes the simplest innovations have the biggest impact. Imagine the possibilities for storing your favorite (magnetic) things with these magnet tacks. Don't worry, they're strong enough for keys, pens, etc. You'd double the function of any bulletin board, for sure, or maybe scatter a few around on a regular wall to float odd-but-necessary things en masse. Designer: Hironao Tsuboi...Read more

Here's hoping you'll make the most of the holiday weekend, and fingers crossed that the weather participates with any out-of-doors plans. If you're fond of grilling in the open air, be sure to check out the Mon Oncle Barbecue by RS Barcelona, shown above and below. It's portable (note the briefcase carrying handle) and provides a large surface for all your foodstuffs. Might be a good choice for future patio/picnic/beach...Read more

What's better than a handwritten card? A handwritten vase. Huh? Well, rather, a handwritten message on an Airvase. Designed by Torafu Architects, each Airvase arrives as a flat, brightly colored paper disk that you shape into a bowl or vase. This gift card version has the option of adding your own note so that the recipient may sculpt your message into a 3D form, perhaps to be enjoyed long after...Read more

Well, looky here, this 3.14 White Bookcase ticks off the right boxes. Hight-gloss white? That'll fit into almost any interior scheme. Can it float in a room? Yep, it could act as a room divider. Would you be able to line a couple up for a big bookcase wall? Yes, indeed. Anti-tip hardware? You betcha. What about levelers for wonky floors? Yep, and, it's just under the $500 price point....Read more

Your devices' screens are gross. Who knows what bacteria and 'schmutz' are lurking upon their smudgy surfaces? If you had one of these AM Touchscreen Mist Cleaners, you could clean them right up. Spray the mist, and then use the microfiber cloth-clad bar to wipe off all the smudges. Ta-da! A clean screen. Yes, you could buy or make your own alcohol-free cleaner, and sure, you have plenty of microfiber...Read more

What ever will you do with all the photographs from your Impossible Instant Lab? You'll put them on this Copper Photo Bar Picture Hanger, that's what. Yield Design Co. made this picture hanger so that it's easy to switch out photos and prints; 6 magnets keep items secure when on display. There's also vertical option available to preorder directly from Yield Design Co.: Photo Ladder, $54 (shown below). Includes 6...Read more

You guessed it, Scholten and Baijings are back again, this time with towels to make sure your design sensibility is not offended while you're poolside. After all, you wouldn't want to be caught lounging/swimming without a fun, color blocked, 100% cotton towel made by one of our favorite dynamic duos, would you? No? I didn't think so. 100% cotton. L 55" W 27.75"...Read more

Just one more thing today from the Kickstarter at MoMA collection, I promise. The Impossible Instant Lab is now available, and you've got better self restraint than most of us if you can resist the temptation of having your own photo lab at your fingertips. Here's how it works: select a picture from your device using the Instant Lab iOS App, place it on the Instant Lab, and wait a...Read more

Stackable polypropylene chairs might seem more appropriate for restaurant/cafe settings, but they can work just as well for your home, especially if you need a durable seating option that works indoors or out. The Lisboa chair is lightweight and can be stacked up to six high for storage, in either the side or armchair version. And, good news, DWR's Annual Outdoor Sale means you'll save 15% through May 27th. Note...Read more

MoMA Store + Kickstarter = empty wallet. MoMA is showcasing a few select projects, one of which is the Gigs 2 Go USB Flash Drive. The palm-sized collection is comprised of four tear-away thumb drives (8 gigabytes each) made from recycled paper pulp. So, when you need to transfer files quick and easy, and don't want to mess with cloud storage, you'll have a flash drive on hand. Write a...Read more

I consider it my duty to inform you of any and all items with constellations as decoration, as long as they are decent and/or notable, so, of course, you have to see this napkin set. Napkins are an excellent alternative to your sleeve for keeping your face and hands clean while eating, and I would suggest adding a set to your tabletop if you've not already. Your guests will approve...Read more

You might not like the price tag, but you certainly will like how this side table can also be used as a step stool. No more dangerous episodes of precariously balancing on an inappropriate surface to reach a book, and no more apologies of not having that one extra seat for a surprise guest. Plus, take a look at the joints: it's clear that this is built to stand the...Read more

Apiarium hive for urban beekeepers MoMA Design Store Presents Products Brought to Life by Kickstarter The Mini Book of Major Events Muppet Microscopy! What the heck is gluten? What tears look like under a microscope How to make a cardboard Kaleidoscope   That's all I have for now. Have a great weekend....Read more