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As nice weather has hopefully reached your town/city by now, it's time to think about moving meals outside in the sunshine. This Table Bin by Royal VKB makes setting and clearing the table easier- dishes are stacked neatly on the anti-slip lid while cutlery has its own spot on the side. When the meal is done, leftovers can be deposited in the bin, dirty dishes can be stacked back on...Read more

Remember this Felt Circle Floor Mat? Well now there's more than just the 68" diameter size, and a ton of colors to choose from. This 68" diameter circular floor mat would be a good choice for a tight living area, not to mention the shape is a nice contrast to all the boxy furniture most of us have. XS, $160.00, Size: 30 in (76.2 cm) diameter S, $580.00, Size: 54...Read more

If you like your lists nice and tidy, take a look at this acrylic check list stamp from MUJI. For $3.75, you'll have a much neater frame than just eyeballing it. Repeat the stamp for a longer list, or just do one for a short 'to-do' memo each day. (Ink pad is not included.) Size: W1.9” x L1.6” x H0.9”...Read more

If you think this is too expensive for a rocking stool, perhaps we should put it to a test and compare it to a Fit-Chair. Sure, the exercise-ball-as-chair does wonders for your posture, but it looks horrible. As in, so horrible it's offensive to the eyes. Contrast the exercise-ball-as-chair with the Monarchy Rocking Stool by Feld. If I had to choose which one to have in my own home, I'd...Read more

Maybe you're too lazy to lug back heavy planters from your local plant nursery. Or, even worse, maybe you've gone there only to find that they don't have quite the right thing. Well, it's your lucky day, as these planters are perfect- square, plain terracotta, for pretty good prices (+$5 flat fee shipping). Note: the tallest is 22"h, so they're not huge, but they are good sizes for medium plants....Read more

The Stanley Adventure Multi Use Bottle is your answer for a stainless steel travel bottle that has a bit more design consideration and function. It features a twist off body that converts to a cup, volume markings, as well as a regular quick drinking spout. Also, I imagine twisting it apart makes it that much easier to clean compared to the traditional steel/aluminum bottles with narrow necks, which require a...Read more

Nice. The slight angles and simple treatment of both head and footboards make this bed a good choice for a modern bedroom- especially if you're not a fan of upholstered frames. Made from a combination of solid walnut and walnut veneer, with wood slats. Available in four sizes (king, queen, full and twin). Woodrow Twin Bed, $1,299.00 Woodrow Full Bed, $1,399.00 Woodrow Queen Bed, $1,499.00 Woodrow King Bed, $1,599.00...Read more

The Measure Tea Towel is a hand screen-printed tea towel designed by Dani Guralnick, featuring the most common measuring equivalents and conversions used in cooking. Of course, if you feel it's too pretty to wipe up spilled wine with, it can also be hung up as art. Check out the previously posted Useful Towel for a different take on the useful-measurements-kitchen-towel. Material: Hand screen-printed on 100% cotton, upcycled from pre-consumer excess...Read more

This little ceramic birdhouse is on sale- $96.00 down from $120.00. And, if you are concerned about its credentials, don't worry: it's made from clay fired in a kiln that's powered by renewable energy, glazed with an earth-friendly lead-free glaze, has a reclaimed cedar wood roof, and hangs from a suede cord. Satisfied? Also, wouldn't this be a nice Mother's Day gift? Approximately 8" square x 5.5" tall; opening is...Read more

This strange* little light is made from a tri-fold sheet of stainless steel that can be bent to reach a height up to fourteen inches. While bending a steel lamp might seem counterintuitive, it's meant to be customized according to your needs, so flex those arm muscles and bend away. Available for a limited time only from MoMA's Destination: Mexico collection. *Does it remind you a little of a praying...Read more

Jump rope! Get in shape with a jump rope made from 100% reclaimed mountain-climbing rope and rubber handles. Since the materials are reclaimed, no two will be the same. A 6.5 foot (single) length is sold at Branch Home, but should you need a 10.5 foot (double) length, go directly to Urban Infant. Packaged in a biodegradable, nongenetically modified and certified compostable (ASTM D6400) tray. Design: Eric Eichhorn and Kelly...Read more

Marble has long been a luxurious product, but how about using it as a pendant shade? These hand-turned pendant lights by Benjamin Hubert are pretty spectacular, as they show off the translucent properties of thin-walled marble. By using an LED, the large internal cavity remains open in order to appreciate the rough cuts in direct contrast to the smooth exterior. Here's hoping they're in your budget (and if they are,...Read more

Need an upgrade your tea ritual? The ceramic Nomu teapot has a removable cork sleeve that has two functions- it keeps your hands comfortable while pouring and it keeps your tea hot. There's a potential third bullet point, of elegance; it certainly doesn't hurt that there's a distinct nod to Japanese craft and tradition. Two cups are included. 75cL capacity is equal to three of four cups of tea Integrated...Read more

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As the besocked gentleman demonstrates, this Pushpin Cork Stool functions well as a seating option or as a suitable surface for books and refreshments. As we all know, cork is sustainable (when harvested correctly), and well known for its impermeability, buoyancy, elasticity, and fire resistance. Taiwanese based company Cooima (means "can do" in Chinese) produces the Pushpin Cork Stool. Size - 15" x 15" x 18.5"...Read more