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I'm currently writing this with a hole in the crotch of my pants. I have three other pairs of pants suffering from the same condition, all from the result of riding my bicycle. Levi's thinks they could help me with this. Recently launched is their Commuter series, a line of jeans with specific features for urban bicycle riders. Based on the 511 skinny fit jeans, they feature enhancements such as...Read more

Remember last week's "A Tempo" Stool? Well, rarely is a laundry basket something worth featuring, but designer Pauline Deltour has made this one with metal wire, and, as was the case with the stool, it's something to notice. Rarely would a laundry basket command such a price, but this one is infinitely better than your local big box store selection. There's also an additional tray ($34) if you want to...Read more

It's fair to say that there aren't many clocks made of concrete. Though this particular hand made wall clock is striking in its choice of materials, I wonder just how heavy it is and what would be the means of securing it to the wall. The play of light and shadow would be interesting as it changes with time, for sure. "Concept of linking time and space is visualized with...Read more

Whoa, if you're a sucker for black and white patterns, check out these flat woven rugs from DwellStudio. The runner is a winner, for sure, with its simple almond shapes taking the full width of pattern. Flat woven rugs are often the best choice for high traffic areas as they don't show wear as much as a higher pile rug. They're often much easier to clean as well. 80% wool...Read more

Whoa, are these crazy blocks or what? Brinca Dada is usually known for their dollhouses, which are actually pretty amazing, but these blocks are fit for adults and kids alike. Instead of fitting together snugly or simply, they're completely wonky and will encourage you to play "with the simplicity of imperfection." Nice idea, isn't it? Material: Teak Hardwood Set contains 21 pieces....Read more

This week's links are short, as busyness (yes, busyness) has taken up most of the explore-the-internet-for-interesting-things time: Awesome. Clothing for Correspondence will write you a letter in exchange for your hand-me-downs. via @Quarterly Jay-Z and Warren Buffett Team Up to Teach Kids Financial Literacy RIAZZOLI You already know this, right? The Secret to Dealing With Difficult People: It's About You Just a reminder about shifting plant care from fall to...Read more

Well, look at this. You can save a little bit of dough on this new Branch Dining Table from Blu Dot as their annual 20% off sale has now kicked off (from Oct 20 to Nov 8). The solid oak is nicely supported by black powder-coated 'branch' steel legs. Two sizes to choose from: 76" and 91". Designed and Manufactured by Blu Dot. Material: Solid, weathered oak with black powder-coated...Read more

Talk about high rollin', take a look at these gold playing cards. They're not real gold, of course, they just look like it. Sort of fun, though, aren't they? by IDEA International....Read more

Never underestimate a good bottle opener; the same goes for a corkscrew. If you use it often, a well designed opener can make the experience of removing the lid of your beer or beverage even better, while using a poorly designed one can be quite irritating, and even dangerous (if and when inebriated). This bottle opener was originally designed in 1960 by Achille Castiglioni for the Splugen Brau bar project...Read more

At the risk of sounding like a pretentious wino, when you travel with wine, you want it to make sure it arrives unharmed. And when that wine is, say, a little expensive (why else would you travel with it) you'd do well to invest $4 in making sure it's protected. This durable vinyl WineSkin has a double closure and an interior bubble pack that acts as an insulating shock absorber....Read more

If you would like a more established tableware set (i.e. nicer than what you bought at IKEA), you could do a whole lot worse than this set from Heikki Orvola. If you're a complete dinnerware-obsessed nutcase*, you might recognize the 24h series, which Orvola designed for his own use. While perhaps the collection didn't necessarily need improvement, Finnish designer duo Helorinne & Kallio added a little pep and pizazz (for...Read more

Have you ever seen a nicer wash bag? It's almost too nice to get anywhere near water, though you could protect the leather/suede with a Scotchguard-ish spray and wax. If you've cycled through several wash bags in your recent past, it might be time to consider investing in something that will last, not to mention that looks so darn good. It's worth mentioning it could also be used as a...Read more

Are you a Dieter Rams fan? Do you have a Braun alarm clock? If the answer is no, you can pay homage and ensure timeliness by choosing between the three (newly licensed) travel clocks. A quiet quartz mechanism and easy-to-operate alarm switch are available on each, with an analog display (of course). Designers: Dieter Rams & Dietrich lubs, 1971 Plastic, silent German movement. Made by Braun. BNC001 (round): $35.00, 2.6"dia....Read more

Sure, there's plenty wool sleeves for gadgets nowadays (Simple iPad Sleeve and Pad Stash Sleeve, to name two), but this one has no seams or extraneous details. Perfect for a purist, I suppose. Check out the colors too- there's some nice hues to choose from. Thick wool material helps to absorb shock. Designed by Kazuma Yamaguchi for ABITAX. Made in Japan. 100% Wool....Read more

Now that it's most certainly autumn, it's time to think about ways to still enjoy your outside space despite the chill in the air. This fire ring will hopefully facilitate many s'mores and stories, and as it's made from 3/16 thick steel with a solid raised internal floor to contain the ashes, it'll do the job of keeping your fire right where you want it. The recycled poly top keeps...Read more