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Need or want a stylus? This one seems to be a good choice. It has a smooth silicon rubber tip 7.0mm in diameter and a black loop cap that can be hooked onto a lanyard (if that's what you want to do) or screwed onto the back to lengthen the stylus. There's no screeching across the screen while writing, and the tip offers control and accuracy. For notes or drawings,...Read more

These stacking vessels by Pia Wüstenberg are something else. It's tempting to file them under 'art' instead of 'vases'. Be prepared for a little sticker shock though, as piece is handmade and consists of three individual containers. See piadesign for more images showing how light filters through them; it's simply lovely. One of these would make a very special gift. Each vessel is made to order with up to 4...Read more

This type of thing seems unnecessary until you drop a cord behind your desk, only to spend five minutes retrieving it in the most unflattering position possible. It's simple enough; the Sumo acts like a paperweight for your cables. It keeps them from slipping off the work surface with its weight and micro-suction pads. For $12, keep your dignity intact. From Bluelounge. $11.95...Read more

I know I linked to this last Friday, but it's too good not to get it's own spot. Pernille Snedker Hansen of snedker°studio has used an old marbling technique to create this semi-psychedelic flooring. The growth rings play along with the hand applied colors, making an organic overlapping arch pattern. It's an altogether different option than you'll find at your local hardware store, isn't it? Sure, it might not work...Read more

Baskets aren't normally something to fawn over, but the idea of a collapsible basket is certainly intriguing. When you need to corral anything from toys to towels, it's a rather large (22"dia.x12"H) container, and when it's empty it collapses to what seems to be an inch or two high. Just the size to store under the bed or sofa, or maybe even hang on the wall. Handmade from iron with...Read more

Grove, best known for their beautifully crafted iPhone cases, recently released a new product to cozy-up our Macbooks. The Bamboo Backs are thin self-adhering bamboo veneers that stick to your laptop lid. Nothing particularly ground breaking or innovative in that regard, but what really does it for me is the custom cutouts that uses Apple's glowing logo to create an extra accent piece. Check out their gallery for currently available...Read more

Chances are you've seen this very smart looking thermostat by now, and if I hadn't been on vacation last week, this post would have been filled with an obscene amount of exclamation points. It's a learning thermostat. Not just a programmable thermostat, as most of us currently have in our homes, but a learning one. In around a week, it'll have created a personalized schedule based on your household's habits...Read more

Your photos are meant to be shared and displayed, not stuck on your computer. If you're having trouble deciding on how to print and frame your photos, Fracture has you covered by combining both processes. A 'Fracture' is a digitally photograph printed directly to glass, providing an archival quality print as well creating a display frame. Upload your photo via the Fracture website and in 48 hours you'll have a...Read more

Vacation happened these past few days, so the link list is short again: If you have a Facebook account this is worth checking out. So cool: Marbelous Wood (via tumblr) Scary: What Drinking, Smoking and Eating Too Much Will Do to Your Face For grammar questions, I find myself often clicking on Grammar Girl. The rules/suggestions are explained well. Really nice Filip Janssens geometric shelving seen over at Plastolux. Have...Read more

$299 for a rocking chair? Pretty good price, I'd say. Felted wool cushion (in clover or storm) keeps you comfortable while the frame is made from solid elm. It's an extremely simple silhouette and has a Scandinavian vibe without looking too IKEA-ish. Anyone know how comfortable it is? Designed by Jason Lewis Wool/poly blend fabric: clover Seat and back are foam Solid elm frame with clear lacquer finish Made in...Read more

Now, let's not be hasty in calling each other dinnerware-obssessed nutcases (as referenced in the 24h Tuokio Tableware post). At times, it's entirely appropriate to remember the name and pieces of certain collections, especially if they're as graphic as this one. All pieces are dishwasher and microwave safe, so they're appropriate for everyday use (thank goodness). Shown above: Coupe Monochrome Ubend, W10.75 x H1 in, $24.00 Coupe Monochrome Curvature Side...Read more

While this screen might not be within everyone's budget, it's absolutely beautiful. Perhaps it could be added to your inspiration file? 'Yuki' means 'snowflake' in Japanese, hence the name of this screen from Japanese design firm Nendo. Composed of 36 snowflake-like pieces that stack on top of each other, the screens can be connected to create any size you wish. Design Nendo, 2006 ABS plastic material Made in Italy by...Read more

This calendar was first featured on our site back in '08, and, as is often the case, needs its info updated. The Calendreco by Dessi Ivanova* is a great alternative to the somewhat ubiquitous Stendig Calendar, and as it is perpetual, you'll be set year after year. Three headers give you options on weekday combinations, so a simple changeout each month is the only lifting-of-finger(s) you'll need to do. If...Read more

Building upon their original speaker design, Koostik expands their product offering to those looking for a slightly less expensive and smaller footprint speaker. The Mini Koo measures at just 3.5”³ x 5”³ x 1.5”³, making it a good size for bedside tunes and to follow you on your travels. It makes use of natural passive amplification through its "trumpet horn" speaker port, and requires no power to operate. Available in...Read more

Despite the trend of emailing/social networking/texting a 'happy birthday' or 'get well', nothing really beats an actual handwritten card. When did you last handwrite a note on a card? If it's been sometime in the past 3 months, well done. If not, time to remedy the situation with a box of cards to fit every event. If you've got several cards on hand, you can quickly whip out the right...Read more