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How's your Merican dream doing? It may or may not be doing great, due to the current political situation, but perhaps you could use a little reminding that certain opportunities and dreams are still possible here in the good ol' US of A. Remembering that along with your morning cup of coffee/tea everyday might do you some good. The Merican Doormat is still available too, fyi. Dinex® brand. Ozone-safe urethane...Read more

This handmade stool is made from suar wood, which, if you're not familiar, is a fast growing (and non-endangered) tropical hardwood. It has an interlocking grain that reduces the likelihood of cracking with temperature changes, and that's very good news for those of us that hope our furniture lasts longer than our pithy life spans. And did you see the price? Very, very affordable which is oh-so-nice to see. Use...Read more

More plant-related paraphernalia for you, but this time the item on show is specifically for the herbs or flowers kept indoors on a windowsill. Set off by an oak plank base, the dark terra cotta planter pot will contrast nicely with a small bouquet or your favorite herbs or sprouts without disrupting the clean/minimal vibe you've got going on in the rest of your house. Set your Japanese garden scissors...Read more

- Angela Deane manipulates vintage postcards to create a cast of flowery characters - Alexander Rotondo Captures Moments In Between Days - Gene editing opens doors to seedless fruit with no need for bees - Cool! NERD's 3CSup is an ultra light + translucent paddling board for surfers Enjoy your weekend....Read more

More rugs for your consideration, this time from Minna. Sure, their scarves, pillows, and napkins are equally appealing, but let's just focus on rugs for now. With lines, boxes, and triangles, each rug shows off a simple pattern in muted hues sure to befriend your other soft furnishings. "MINNA partners with master weavers and artisan collectives in Mexico, Guatemala, and Uruguay, which helps ensure craft preservation and job creation."...Read more

An articulated task lamp is essential if you're at your desk in the early morning or very late at night, though let's hope you're not working too hard. Check out the Polo Table Lamp, with its small footprint and long, skinny arms. Three joints allow for precise illumination and smooth movement, both a must when you're in a work zone. A succinct shade takes up little visual space, allowing for...Read more

What's better, a side table or a stool? That's a tough one, so how about both? Bend Goods offers up the Switch Stool and Table. Add a glass top to the base and it's a table. Add a stool pad (in vegan leather) and it's a seat. The stool pad flips over for a more compact side table option too. Pretty handy to have around, don't you think? Material: Hot-dip...Read more

Need a few nice wooden trays for snacks and drinks and such? Turn your eyes toward Kalon's set of trays, in either bamboo or black walnut. They're nice enough that they could venture out of the eating areas and into the living zone- perhaps to keep your pocket contents corralled or your reading stack organized? The set includes a set of two nesting trays and three breadboards. Sustainably made from...Read more

This double-walled carafe is just about as simple as it gets. For coffee, use the center of the lid as a pour over set. Not big on coffee? The lid's ridged edge filters loose-leaf tea. Pretty smart that the lid works for both, right? Without the lid, the glass carafe works overtime to hold water, juice, or maybe even (if you're feeling nice) flowers. Designer: Studio Gorm Material: Borosilicate Glass...Read more

A combination pen cup and lamp? Sure, why not? Designer Paul Loebach combines the two for an ultra efficient desktop or bedside companion. A built-in USB port makes charging your devices a breeze, and a dimming knob allows for just the right amount of light. No searching around in the dark for your writing utensils- they'll be at the ready whenever inspiration should strike. Light Source: 6W/90 LED Array. Light...Read more

This is a sort of gift for someone who has everything. It's a toy, so it's hard not to spin it around, and it's beautiful, so even when not in use, it's a lovely little thing to look upon. Precisely turned, hand-polished and signed, each top is gift boxed with with chamois and care and spinning instructions. Handmade in USA. 3" tall. Updated price and link; originally posted Dec 21,...Read more

- Orit Dolev creates NOMAD, a digital music instrument for travellers - An oddly soothing live jellyfish cam - These Smart Contact Lenses Could Painlessly Monitor Diabetes - Boy learns to drive on YouTube for McDonald's joyride Not a lot of links today, as we're traveling. Enjoy your weekend!...Read more

Just so you know, the Duck Duck Pillows have a bunch of fun color combinations, and they're all kind of perfect for the sofa, or a reading chair, or as an accent pillow (or two) on the bed (don't go overboard*). My favorite? Color Mix 5 or Color Mix 3, I can't quite decide. Duck Duck Small Lumbar Pillow, $59.00 Duck Duck Square Pillow, $89.00 Duck Duck Large Lumbar Pillow,...Read more

Do you sometimes need a shoe horn? You know, that thing that helps you put on your nice shoes without crushing their heels? If so, get this one, because it's beautiful. Perfectly symmetrical and carved from a single piece of wood, the Kime Shoe Horn appears to be an art piece rather than a functional tool. Lucky for us, it's both. “Kime” means texture or wood grain in Japanese and...Read more

Remember the Table Tiles Optic? Now there's a concrete trivet with the same 3D illusion, which means you'll be able to join several together for a larger mosaic pattern on your tabletop. Each trivet fits a kettle or saucepan, so double (or triple) them up for larger casserole dishes. Hand wash. Not microwave or oven safe. Materials: Concrete and Cork Dimensions: 6.98 x 8.06 x 0.5 in. / 17.73 x...Read more