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LookTel Money Reader App (via GOOD) The Danger of Neglecting Time Alone Use a Cart Instead of a Basket for Healthier Choices at the Grocery Store Persona by Jason Travis (via Likecool) Kid dancing to Thriller at Safeco field Turn your iPhone into a Solar Watch: iSolSolet Have a delightful weekend....Read more

This sleek-yet-solid desk lamp is a new dark horse of task lighting. I recently received a sample and I was quite pleased with the heft and overall feel of it. The actual movement of the arm has a nice tension so that it stays at the exact angle you prefer, and as it's an LED, it provides a great deal of concentrated light without much heat. The arm/shade rotates around...Read more

Do you have an extra 3 grand lying around? If so, you could spend it on this handcrafted bar cabinet by urbancase. It has a sliding panel on the front that reveals compartments inside (perfect for glassware) plus a drop front drawer and a pull-out drawer for tools and such. Mostly it's a great looking cabinet that doesn't necessarily look like a liquor cabinet... and, there's got to be some...Read more

I mentioned a while back that I would be able to compile a gift list for someone in dire need of ideas. Such is the case for reader Elizabeth, who has asked very nicely for help in finding her significant other a birthday gift. Guidelines: he loves design and art, books, fishing, nature, music and exercise, and a has thing for lobsters... Since you've got a pretty good budget, I've...Read more

Chances are if you're near a wooded lot and own a saw, you could make something similar to these coasters pretty easily. However, they probably wouldn't be teak and you'd spend a few hours replicating 4 coasters that cost $12. 4.25" approx diameter. Set of 4....Read more

I've had this site bookmarked for a while now, and finally got a chance to go through it semi-thoroughly. If you've an empty spot for a piece of artwork, there's a few gems that might fit. Here are a few random favorites. Shown above: "FURTHER MURMURATION" by Christopher Reiger. 14 x 11", edition of 25, $150.00 "Eli" (Haircut Art) by Aaron and Mandy Dietz at Ritual. 16 x 12", edition...Read more

What's the big deal about a blue spoon, you ask. Sometimes the tiniest tools make our lives a little easier, and that is just the case for this spoon designed by the Castiglioni brothers. It's intended to retrieve the very last bits at the bottom of the jar, and, for anyone particular about using up the last teaspoon of mayonnaise, jam, or spread, it'll most certainly be appreciated. Originally designed...Read more

You'll not be surprised that this expandable rack was originally made out of wood in 1924, as it's most certainly not the most sleek and modern storage option out there. However, that's its distinct appeal; the industrial quality of (recycled) aluminum makes for a no-nonsense file system that allows you to easily see all papers, projects, etc. and have them right at hand. The collator can be hung vertically on...Read more

So, air purifers. I used to think I had no need for one, but after living on a busy London street for about 2 years, I saw enough dust and grime to make me believe otherwise. This purifier by Humanscale removes more than 99% of airborne particles and employs a silent, breeze-free and ozone-free operation. Those attributes combined with its smallish size (13" W X 9" D X 14" H)...Read more

Amateur or pro, this wooden tripod would no doubt become an heirloom in any photographer's toolkit. Built in the same way for over 100 years in Germany by Berlebach, the tripod is made of sustainably harvested ash wood and extends from 2 to 6 feet. An aluminum core keeps it light at 6.20 lbs, meaning you can tote it around semi-comfortably at events or short hikes. Also, did you know...Read more

Post-Its are oh-so-convenient, as you might know, and for those of us that find them integral to our work habits, let's take a moment to appreciate this grid version. I can't think of all the ways these would come in handy, but I know I would use the heck out of them. Perhaps one could graph a few quadratic functions (as one does, often), sketch out a simple organizational chart,...Read more

Hmm, this chair from Room & Board has a quiet sort of beauty, doesn't it? It has just enough mid century modern flavor to keep it from being boring, yet it's not something that screams 'look at me, look at me' when you first enter the room. It would be an excellent seating choice for a low key area. You have a choice between solid maple, solid cherry, solid walnut...Read more

By all means, if you're able to make this yourself please do so. The price tag is a bit hard to swallow, I know, especially since it's a beanbag in the shape of a tire and intended for kids. However, it is knitted wool, sewn to a polyester fleece, and has appropriate detailing that puts it well above, say, something you'd find on sale in the kid's section at your...Read more

If you liked the Brass Clip Numbers, you might also consider adding this ruler to your desk tools. Made of solid brass, it has a nice weight to it and has one raised edge to prevent smudging. There's also a lovely Brass Pen if you appreciate consistency....Read more

Infographic: Cellphone Calls Reveal The United States's Invisible Ties Owl leaves imprint on Kendal woman's window Seriously liking Daniel Kornrumpf‘s embroidered portraits... makes me wish I was interested in embroidery. (via swissmiss) Top 10 Characteristics of GREAT Project Managers Infographic: Suncream Smokescreen (via swissmiss) Looks like this could be interesting: History Pin Atheist Wins Right to Wear "Religious Pasta Strainer" in ID Photo Aeron in Artificial Grass by Makoto Azuma...Read more