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Got a thing for minimally graphic totes? Say no more, it's completely understandable. The selection from Etsy seller Au Retour is smash-bang terrific with their simple lines and colors, and if you need (i.e. want) a few extra bags you'd do well to check the collection out. The graph study pillow cover ($35) is pretty snazzy as well. Shown above, Four corners tote in black and white and Floating Shapes...Read more

You might have seen the natural oak version, especially as we've posted it before, but the black finish of this Reflect Sideboard is, shall we say, hot. Designed by Søren Rose Studio for Muuto, each drawer front has corners that curve outwards, reflecting light and capturing our collective interest. Manufacturer: Muuto Design: Søren Rose Studio Size: Length 70.4", depth 15", height 27", leg height 10.6" Material: Oak Color: Black...Read more

I, for one, believe that a quick handwritten note will never go out of style, no matter how advanced technology gets. For those of you that agree, might I direct your attention towards these cards, of which there are 6 different designs all available in a set of 50. My favorites are the 8 ball and Luck designs (shown), but there's also a pink set (with 5 different French sayings)...Read more

It really doesn't matter if you're into the whole 'modern Windsor' look or not, this chaise is on sale for $389 from $699. Spice it up with some colorful fabrics or leave it sparse, either way $400 for a chaise longue (not lounge!) is pretty darn good in the price department. And, yes, it's from West Elm, so keep that in mind that there's 'simple' assembly involved. -Solid wood with...Read more

Cute, right? These little clips might be an improvement upon your regular paperclips, especially as they could be used for bookmarks as well. There's also a Fasten Set but it's temporarily out of stock. Package contains 30 metal clips (.5" x 1") in 3 shapes: Pliers, Wrench, and Hammer....Read more

We posted the earlier versions years ago, but now that 2011 is out, it's time for a reminder. Top Google searches are screen printed on cotton canvas, giving a glimpse to the most popular things/people/events/etc. from years past. 2009, 2008. Natural army duck cotton canvas, Hand screeprint in Brooklyn, NY. Pillow: 10% Down 90% Feathers Metal zipper (2011 and 2010). Elasticco stamp on back. Measures 17” x 17”...Read more

Let's face it, modular shelving systems are not pretty. Usually they look cheap, and if they don't, it often means there's a hefty price tag attached. Now, this system from Bambica has a little bit of an Erector Set feel thanks to the rods held together with plastic pegs, yet the bamboo saves it from looking too college dorm room-ish*. There's fifty bamboo pieces in all, and you can combine...Read more

Perpetual calendars are pretty much my favorite thing, and this one has an envelope. So, there's ample space to collect receipts, invoices, etc. all in one place per month. Pretty smart, eh? Be aware that it is available from an Italian site, so there might be some wait time as well as additional shipping charges. Designed by Ioana Halunga...Read more

These braided bike locks were my absolute favorite product at Portland's Bike Craft event last month. Beautiful hand-crafted design meets utiliarian function in this bike lock that will keep your bike secure and sartorial points up for you style-conscious urban riders. Sorry, the website is in Japanese and I really couldn't fill you in on many more details. They are available in large selection of colorways as well as customizable....Read more

New York Public Library Turns its 19th Century Photo Collection Into 3D Animated GIFs... presumably to entice young things into its archives. fastcoexist.com: All The Food You Eat Is Why You’re Fat (But it’s not your fault.) Check out our own contributor Simon Yuen's work over at ADX Portland. The super huge toolbox is something else. Whoa: Drawingmachine by Eske Rex handdrawnquotes via @ecosalon Smart! Bind together a document with...Read more

Yeah, the Animal Boxes sure were cute, weren't they? Now Karl Zahn has created a set of three wooden shapes, whose dovetail joints fit together to form an animal. Collect more than one and create hybrids (see video below). Material: Solid Beech wood with natural tung oil Available for pre-order. Approximate ship date: 3/15/2012 AREAWARE | Dovetail Animals by Karl Zahn from AREAWARE on Vimeo....Read more

Can you think of a better name for this than 'Hankie Pocketbook'? How about Pocket Square Notebook? Or anything else slightly less fru-fru than 'hankie'. Of course, the dapper gentleman/women has permission to call it by anything he or she wishes, just be aware that there are alternatives that don't make you sound like you're a hundred years old (not that there is anything at all wrong with sounding like...Read more

If your table is feeling a little dreary (January seems to do that to things), perhaps you need a few colorful placemats to cheer things up? Don't worry, I'll not mention that dreadful holiday that happens mid February, I'll just say that the red color way is particularly lovely and warm. Oh, and there's also Paintchip Table Runners too, if you're interested. Paint names are in english and french. 2...Read more

The Binic Table Lamp has long been on my admired list, but I had no idea that it was so petite. Measuring just 8" in height, it was intended as more of a 'take-away' item, and its easy to move scale provides a very personal sized light. Designer Ionna Vautrin was inspired by windsocks on boats, and if she had to define the lamp in three words, she would say...Read more

My-oh-my, what do we have here? Indoor/outdoor chairs from Bend Seating that mix old fashioned flair with modern geometry. The backrest of the Farm House Chair (right) is inspired by the architecture of old Amish barns, while the Ethel Chair (left) is the straight lined sister of Lucy (below). It's enough to make your head spin (with longing). Lucy, $425.00 Ethel Chair, $425.00 Farm House Chair, $450.00 Originally posted March...Read more