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Whoa, check out the new Theo site, the little brother/alter ego of Thorsten van Elten. It's chock full of interesting objects for sale and the website is a sight for sore eyes, let me tell you. In a world of online shops with blaring graphics and flashing lights, it's refreshing to see the fuss eliminated. This Messograf Pen caught my eye; it's a caliper rule, tire tread gauge, ruler and...Read more

These cast brass openers and trivet might seem like something you'd pass over in a second, but consider how nice they'd be as a gift for a host/hostess or coworker or something. I'm just saying think about it; they're functional objects that will stand the test of time without offending anyone's design sensibilities. Crescent bottle opener, $50.00 (2.5"dia.) Brass bottle opener, $60.00 (5.5"l) Sunburst Brass Trivet, $99.00, (7"dia.)...Read more

I'm digging this series of glass pendant lamps from Produzione Privata. They're created from mouth-blown Murano glass and are available in an assortment of finishes/colors, but I think most would agree with me that the ones to get are the transparent glass ones. They best illustrate the form and showcase the beauty of the internal hardware itself. Prices range from $600 - $900. Designer: Michele de Lucchi Colors: white, black,...Read more

Hello, hello. Check out this lovely reversible black-white-red rug. Named after the city on the island of Sicily, the rug's graphic pattern could be a great choice to inject some interest in a slightly boring room. It's also GoodWeave certified, so you know what you're buying is helping to end illegal child labor in the carpet industry. Designed by the Spanish textile designer Sandra Figuerola for Gandia Blasco. 100% new...Read more

Spotted these mugs over on Notcot yesterday and I have a feeling that you'll like them as much as I do. "I will pay for good design" and "Design will save the world" 11 oz. ceramic coffee mugs, sold as set....Read more

This is to news to me, but keeping vegetables like garlic, shallots, onions, and potatoes from light will delay sprouting and they will last longer. These cotton Vegetable Keep Sacks by Mastrad do just that while also providing a convenient means of storage and access. And of course, they look awesome. Comes in small, medium and large sizes, priced at $7.95, $8.95, and $9.95 respectively. Small: 9" L x 5.5"...Read more

I meant to post these forever ago, but, as is often the case, got sidetracked with the hundreds of other things to show you. This collection by Alessandro Zambelli for Seletti are sets of dinnerware that form small buildings when stacked, giving you an opportunity to have a mini gallery of Florentine-inspired Renaissance homes on your shelves or table. The roofs become serving dishes and each plate has an interior...Read more

The quieter sibling of the M'Afrique family, this chaise by Moroso features a rather subtle pattern. (To get a comparison of some of the other pieces, take a look at Shadowy Arm Chair, Shadowy Arm Chaise or Nopolou Rocking Chaise.) You can rest assured that any of the chaises will do fine either indoors or out as they're all made from handwoven nylon. 22"h x 54" x 22"....Read more

Maybe some of you camping pros can say whether this is THE ultimate survival tool or just something that'd be handy to have when trekking in the wilderness. With 10 functions packed into one smallish tool, I'd hazard a guess it's better than nothing. by Kikkerland tools: Thermometer, hygrometer, mirror, compass, level, magnifying glass, ruler, LED light, whistle, flint fire starter. 2 button cell batteries required, included....Read more

You know that grime around the sink drain and/or disposal that you have to scrub at whenever it gets gross? This sink does away with all that by having no seams whatsoever. Instead, the strainer basket seals both the drain and disposer sides of a sink, allowing for a clean and sanitary sink bottom. Plus, it looks like the sink is a snap to install because of a simple universal...Read more

Okay, this is coming from a bicyclist and a non-runner, but I never really understood the jogging-while-pushing-your-kid-in-a-stroller thing. It just doesn't look very fun. The Taga however, I can certainly get behind. In 20 seconds it converts between a baby stroller and carrier bike. Cargo bikes that can double for kid transport is nothing new, but the Taga is the only one that converts to a compact stroller. If that's...Read more

The Piegato wall shelf maximizes efficiency and material use by being constructed from a single piece of laser-cut steel. It ships flat and all that's needed to "assemble" it is to simply bend it into shape. Available in yellow, orange, blue, and green. Designer: Matthias Ries Material: powder-coated steel 380mm H x 660mm W x 200mm D...Read more

If you're in need of some creative options for your seating area, this Playground Sofa from Eilersen has two free-movable back sections that allow you some versatility. And how do these free-movable back sections stay in place? They have a rubber material that 'stick' to the top, which means you have tons of freedom to place them wherever you want. Two additional large cushions come with the sofa. Available in...Read more

This set of No. 2 pencils from Paper Pastries have certain bits of info that everyone should know. If you're not the sort to appreciate brainy facts (or you already know them by heart), there's also pencil sets for Chefs, New York, California, as well as an Enamored set for those of you with sweethearts. Comes packaged in a printed muslin bag....Read more

Another interior I bookmarked over on tumblr was this townhouse by Jörg Ebers of Ebers Architekten. It's pretty fabulous with all sorts of surprising colors carefully applied to certain areas; my favorites are the full-on color tile bathrooms. To see the complete story and slideshow, visit NYTimes.com....Read more