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Haptic Labs have a new design out that's perfect for any fan of the Upper Midwest. The Great Lakes are mapped out on a navy blue background and covers everything from Duluth, MN to Rochester, NY. Certain cities are stitched in red and the lakes are hand-appliqued. Limited quantities available, so you'd best move fast if this quilt is calling your name. Handmade in India and Brooklyn. Measures 54" x...Read more

Warm and fuzzy are words to describe pleasant sounds coming from your speakers, but what if your speakers themselves were so? Copenhagen-based Libratone recently released a series of AirPlay-enabled wireless speakers wrapped in either wool or cashmere. Three sizes are available depending on your room size and portability needs. AirPlay works with all iPads, iPhone 3Gs or newer, iPod touch and Mac/Pc. Fabric covers are available in eight colors....Read more

It's about time. The WeMo Switch allows you to turn electronics on or off from anywhere. A lamp, a heater, a toaster, whatever, as long as it's plugged into the WeMo Switch, you can use the WeMo app to control it. You'll need your iPhone and your home Wi-Fi/mobile internet to make this magic happen, but what magic it would be to put your entire house on a schedule and...Read more

Our thoughts go out to those dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy; if you'd like to make a donation to help relief efforts, go to American Red Cross. Any amount helps. Also, if you're in NYC, there's a dog shelter that really needs volunteers to walk dogs while the trains are down: Brooklyn Animal Resource Coalition....Read more

Truly interesting floor lamps are very rarely inexpensive, so prepare yourself for a comma (and an unfortunately placed '9') in this price tag. The Axis Light is made from a solid piece of aluminum tube with two support rods that slide freely, allowing the angle to be adjusted. The lightsource rotates 180° around the main tube. Design by Castor, 2012. Made in Canada by Castor Design. Black anodized finish. 96...Read more

Sideboards are one of those investment pieces that stick with us no matter how much we move, so you might want to make sure you do your research before buying one just because it matches your dining table. Eastvold has an excellent option in the Alden Sideboard. The wood grain runs seamlessly across the door/drawer fronts, giving a unified, sleek look. Dovetailed drawers, soft-close slides, and hidden hinges add to...Read more

Have you seen these MONUmini Architectural Models by Another Studio? Whether you're fond of London's landmarks or not, the tiny models are pretty detailed, and any one of them could make a great gift for someone who has a soft spot for England's capital. Each kit has a sheet of etched stainless steel pieces (you fold and lock together), step-by-step assembly instructions and a short building history, all of which...Read more

Also by Y'A PAS LE FEU AU LAC are these containers inspired by old buckets and wooden milk cans from the farms of Upper Jura in France. Handles with a lacquered tip mean they're easy to move around as needed, making them perfect for a variety of storage needs. Material(s): Lime tree wood, lacquered finish at handle Perrette, Low, $110.00 Dimensions: 11.4" Dia x 3.5" H Perrette, Medium, $110.00 Dimensions:...Read more

You know how a Yoga/Fitness Ball is supposed to be better for you to sit on because it engages your core muscles? That's all fine, but they're a little unsightly for some interiors, not to mention huge when in a small office space. Therein lies the market for the ErgoErgo: it allows for the same sitting experience in a more acceptable stool design. The body can rock gently in any...Read more

Do you have €450 to spend on a leather hold-all? If so, check out Travelteq's latest offering. The Mirjam is handmade in Italy of Florentine Vachetta leather and has 4 inside compartments to organize your laptop, files, and other necessities. Yes, the laptop compartment is shock resistant (as it should be), and yes, the bag is big enough to carry around everything but the kitchen sink, so it looks pretty...Read more

Y'A PAS LE FEU AU LAC has several pieces in their recent collection worthy of consideration, one of which is this Trivet Stick. A magnetic joint allows it to be used as a triangular trivet for hot pots and pans and then be straightened out to be stored easily with other cooking utensils like spoons and spatulas. Design by André Klauser. By Y'A PAS LE FEU AU LAC. Material(s): Horn...Read more

Why the Snooze Button Is Ruining Your Sleep Gender Bending Cute idea: Magnetic Wallpaper (via More Design Please) Button 2.0 via @theaptcreative Great collection of rooms using plywood over at style carrot via @designmilk Sign the Bill of Reproductive Rights Hitchcock Hallway Also, paper bird sculptures by artist Diana Beltran Herrera. Now, go and have a fascinating weekend....Read more

If you're running a global enterprise, what better way to show off than with a cork map in your office? I'm halfway kidding, of course, as a cork map might be better suited to a kid's room than a swanky need-to-impress-clients sort of office. In any case, it's a cork map, and you could pin all sorts of stuff to it until your heart's content. Mark where you've been, chart...Read more

Talk about minimalist office supplies, could this tape dispenser be reduced any further? Made of mirror polished stainless steel, it measures 2.25" wide and 3.25" in depth. That could be the smallest dispenser ever, or at least the smallest (and least likely to offend anyone's eyes) available in today's marketplace. It certainly won't win points for ease of use, but for those of you that want a dispenser to fit...Read more

While you could use these cards for correspondence, you might also consider framing a few for a special spot somewhere in your home. Each illustration is a small bird drawn to scale 1:1 by artist Fanny Shorter and the set includes some of the tiniest birds in the world. Which one is the smallest? Apparently the Bee Hummingbird at 5.5 cm long- that's 2.1653543 inches. Tiny! Designer: Fanny Shorter There...Read more