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Lace Vase

Lace Vase
Reuse your plastic and glass containers with this rubber top. It fits over all sorts of containers, and makes an instant vase out of most things currently sitting in your recycling bin. Looks like black is currently the only color in stock, but if you're set on white let them know and hopefully you'll get an idea of when it will be available. Materials: rubber ⌀7.5 (top) ⌀8.5 (bottom) H14...Read more

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Price: $14.50
Available from: Milk Design

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Uplift Tea Kettle

Uplift Tea Kettle
Now, if you like tea, you know a tea kettle is quite important. I've had an Uplift kettle before*, and liked the way the spout opens automatically when lifting the handle (hence, the name 'uplift'), but this 10th anniversary version takes the cake with its cork handles. Cork insulates well, and provides a soft, nonslip grip, which makes it an ideal choice. And, it works nicely in conjunction with the...Read more

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Price: $69.99
Available from: Hectic Gourmet

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RydeSafe Reflective Bike Decals

RydeSafe Reflective Bike Decals
Do you ride a bike at night? Slap on some of these reflective stickers and increase your chances of staying alive (i.e. not being plowed down by drivers). Made from engineering-grade “conspicuity film” (the stuff on emergency vehicles) the stickers reflect light back to its source and allow easy customization of your frame, helmet, rims, etc. Pledge $15 or more on Kickstarter for a Full DIY Kit (51 pieces) of...Read more

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Price: $15.00 and up.
Available from: Kickstarter

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Slip n Snip Folding Scissors

Slip n Snip Folding Scissors
Folding scissors. Is there need to explain further? It is, simply, a compact pair of scissors which fold away safely in a pocket or bag, or even to slip on a keyring. Use them for cutting out those annoying clothes tags, for a quick hair (beard? nose?) trim, or making paper snowflakes on the subway, or for whatever else you can think of. All metal; silver tone. Made in the...Read more

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Price: $8.00
Available from: Amazon

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Ming Green Side Chair

Ming Green Side Chair
The dull January sky has me itching for some color so, of course, this bright true-green metal chair caught my eye. With a little Ming Dynasty thrown in, it fits the bill for robust seating in a modern-yet-eclectic home. And it's welded from steel, so you can have it indoors or out. (17.5"H seat); 15.25"Wx15.75"Dx35"H Welded steel frame High-gloss green powdercoat finish For indoor or outdoor use Plastic glides Made...Read more

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No longer available.

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Comic Shelf

Comic Shelf
Check out this Comic Shelf by Oscar Nunez. It's a good size at just over 3 feet wide, which means it would fit it in a variety of spaces- bathroom, bedroom, hallway, you name it. It's now available through Groopti for $249. Designer: Oscar Nunez - MDF frame with walnut veneer - Acrylic top coat - Dimensions: 40.9" x 9.8" x 22.8" $249.00...Read more

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Price: $249.00
Available from: Groopti

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Phoenix Coat Rack

Phoenix Coat Rack
100 bucks for a strange thrown-together-stick-like coat stand seems like a fair deal, doesn't it? One of its cons is also a pro: the fasteners that keep the bars assembled are a teeny tiny bit distracting, yet the fasteners allow for disassembly and storage when not in use. Material: Powder coated steel Dimensions : width 20.1", depth 17.7", height 70.3", weight 11.9lbs...Read more

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Price: $109.00
Available from: fashion4home

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Wipe T-Shirt

Wipe T-Shirt
With its three broad stripes, the Wipe T-Shirt has an eye-catching appeal to begin with, but there's also a secret to the design. One of the stripes is actually a strip of microfiber cloth, the go-to remedy for wiping down dirty, finger-printed glasses and gadgets. You may get some strange looks wiping your phone on your chest, but the convenience makes it all worth it. Sizes: Unisex s,m,l Materials: 100%...Read more

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Price: $89.00
Available from: gnr8

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Weather Master Wall Clock

Weather Master Wall Clock
Whenever it rains (as it is now) the thought of a hygrometer comes to mind, as if I'd actually pay attention to the humidity levels. If you're more committed to understanding weather pattens than I, perhaps you'd use a combination thermometer and hygrometer wall clock? It's not water proof (pity), so do be careful about where you place it... perhaps a covered patio area or porch? There's also a few...Read more

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Price: $47.78

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Available from: Amazon

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Two Sided Sleep Mask

Two Sided Sleep Mask
For long haul flights, this mask is a must. Display your meal preference with no room for error (exception: you sleep on your face) and make the best out of the generally unpleasant experience that is flying for hours on end. One side says 'PLEASE DON'T WAKE ME UNTIL WE LAND.' The other side,'PLEASE WAKE ME FOR MEALS.' By Pamela Barsky. Unfortunately, this is no longer available....Read more

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Friday Links

Friday Links
The year is starting off slow it seems, but it's probably just the post-holiday haze. Who would love colorful Duck Tape? Me, and probably you, that's who. Eva Zeisel, Ceramic Artist and Designer, Dies at 105 Carved Book Landscapes by Guy Laramee. Time Video: Jeff Harris documented his life by taking a photograph every day for 14 years. Don't set goals, change your daily habits. (via The Do Lectures kindling)...Read more

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Cloud Key Holder

Cloud Key Holder
I believe this key holder was first mentioned over on Swissmiss, and now there's a US retailer for stateside convenience. Magnets hold your key ring in place under a little white cloud; hopefully it will help you avoid the frantic search when trying to find your keys. Keyholder with magnets in ABS and nylon. Designer: Duncan Shotton. Also available from his shop for £20: dshott.co.uk....Read more

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Price: $30.00
Available from: Emmo Home

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Miller Bamboo Board

Miller Bamboo Board
If you've spent any time in the kitchen chopping up ingredients you know how handy this cutting board would be with its inset bowl. You can remove the bowl for safe transport to the pan, or, alternatively, use the bowl for dips and sauces when you've laid out a vegetable spread. Now on sale for $35 from Furni. -Durable 1” laminated bamboo construction (bamboo is 16% harder than maple and...Read more

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Price: $35.00
Available from: Furni

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Full Windsor Quickfix Bicycle Mudguards

Full Windsor Quickfix Bicycle Mudguards
These origami-inspired rain fenders keeps your backside dry and are easily removable as the weather drifts between sunny and clear, to dreary and wet, perfect for you fixies and single speeders who want the minimal stream-lined look. For a clearer illustration of how they work, check out their accompanying video....Read more

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Price: £14.99
Available from: cyclesurgery.com

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I Love What You Hate Tote bag

I Love What You Hate Tote bag
For those days when you're proud of loving what others might hate... by none other than paper-cutter extraordinaire Rob Ryan. Also, be sure to check out the packaging tapes (see below), as they would nicely spruce up your cardboard boxes for shipping. Two Colour Fragile tape (Pink and Orange), $15.30 Charm bracelet tape, $15.30 And I Walked Tape (Green), $15.30 reads 'And I walked And I thought...'...Read more

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Price: $35.00
Available from: Rob Ryan's Etsy shop

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