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Just how lovely are these glass nesting vases? So lovely that they're being reshuffled to an updated post for today, as the link and price have changed. Pastels can sometimes look a bit boring, but these shades are quite beautiful. And, did you know that these colors are the same formulas as the original glass first made at Holmegaard back in 1839? Antique colors for a modern design... nice. Mouth...Read more

The Tua Table Lamp looks interesting, sure, but it also helps that Marco Zito, the designer, explains his thinking behind the design (see below), and thereby performs an excellent sales pitch. Simple and elegant, the price point hovers just around the $300 mark, depending on which retailer you choose. tua, marco zito from marco zito on Vimeo. "We have to talk about precision because that is what simplicity requires." -Marco...Read more

If you are still searching for a Mother's Day gift, you know you only have a few more days, right? Check out this scarf by Shonquis Moreno. Digitally printed on 14-mime silk twill, the Chelsea Scarf features an image abstracted and manipulated "down to the core color in pixels." Sounds good, and looks even better. Designer: Shonquis Moreno Material: Digital Print on 14-mome silk twill, Hand-rolled and hand-sewn hem Dimensions:...Read more

Fans of Prouvé are familiar with the high price tags associated with the name, and that's exactly why everyone should sit up and pay attention to this version of the original Standard Chair. Notice the 'SP' in Prouvé Standard SP Chair? That, my dear, indicates 'Siège en Plastique' which means an ASA plastic seat and back. Don't you turn your nose up at the word 'plastic', because it's still an...Read more

That's right, it's an electric paint pen. It's completely safe, as the electrically conductive paint is formatted to be non-toxic, solvent-free, and water-soluble, and only becomes conductive when dry. And what would you use this pen for? If you're especially handy, you could repair devices, draw circuits on all sorts of materials, solder stuff... you fill in the rest. The paint dries after five minutes and can be removed with...Read more

What's that price tag doing on such a modern media console? And it can be mounted directly on the wall without the base, thus bringing the price down to $999? Hmm, perhaps we need to consider where it could live in our own homes. I especially like the option of the wall mount version, as it could be hung at any height and do the job of an entryway console...Read more

If you need a new watering can, how about a brightly colored polyethylene one with a rather organic (or cartoonish-in a good way) shape? Designed by Robert Bronwasser for Goods, the Spring Watering Can has an ergonomic shape with a slender spout and large opening for filling with a faucet or hose. Choose between blue, green, gray, yellow, or white. Material: Polyethylene Dimensions: 13.3” x 8.6” x 6.2” or 340mm...Read more

It's Mother's Day this Sunday, May 11th*. If you have a mother, and you'd like to show her some appreciation, you better put some thought into it and pick out something special. Visit our Gifts tab to view gift-ish posts by price, and if you happen to find something with a weird/broken retail link, just shoot us an email or tweet (@bltd) and we'll fix it. Above, left to right,...Read more

Geometric mirrors that have a friendly price tag? Yes, please. Clara von Zweigbergk has designed a few perspex mirrors for Domestic, and the result is your face reflected on an affordable, decorative frame. Each mirror is around 18" wide/diameter, and with the $100 price tag, I dare say you'll be able to find one or two a spot in your home. Shown above: Octagon Mirror, $100.00 Round Square Mirror, $100.00...Read more

Composting isn't the sexiest subject, but you might find yourself excited about this bag from French company Bacsac. At-home composting is easier now with the Composter Bag (available with 5.2 gallon or 10.5 gallon capacity) made from Bacsac's signature geotextile fabric. Add all your vegetable and fruit peelings, dead leaves and flowers to the bag, zip it up and leave it alone. Use the handles on either side to flip...Read more

Get that random paperwork organized with this Magnetic Mail Organizer from OTTOwoodwork. Put it above a desk, in a hallway, or in the kitchen to catch all sorts of mail, notes, invites, and drawings. Thanks to some hidden magnets, it will also keep your keys in sight and allow you to post extra papers front and center. The organizer comes with four wood magnets. 36" long x 6" high organizer...Read more

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Holy smokes. Apparatus is hitting exactly the right note with their modern-yet-timeworn lighting collection, and if you have a healthy budget, you'll definitely want to consider one of their chandelier/pendants for one heck of a statement. Using a vintage sensibility, designer Gabriel Hendifar and partner Jeremy Anderson create fixtures using aged brass, hand-etched glass, leather, and porcelain to create these eclectic fixtures. A few pieces are below, but do check...Read more

While this glass table might not be the best choice for a home with kids, it does have a certain appeal with its unexpected material. The colors are a nice change from the usual wood/black/white color options usually expected from the side table category, and, as an extra function, you can flip the table over and use it as a very large vase or as a storage vessel for pillows...Read more

Still searching for a respectable sleeve for your iPad? Don't forget about the selection of full-grain leather sleeves from Defy Bags studio in Chicago. Measured and cut by hand, the sleeve's joints are triple-stitched for added strength. It certainly ticks the 'rugged sophistication' box, if that's the look you prefer. Made of combination-tanned, aniline-finished, natural occurring full-grain Horween leather. Several sizes available, in black or rio....Read more