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Have I waxed poetic about American Science & Surplus yet? No? Well, they have a vast arrray of all sorts of science miscellany, some of which is quite delightful, and if you're going for a mad scientist/collector look, there's a ton of beakers and curiosities to set your heart aflutter*. Miniature anatomy models, $19.95 Glass Beakers, $3.25 and up Plastic Skull, $24.95 A few other items not shown but that...Read more

If you're looking for a round dining table, you might have found it. A standard 4 person size, this oak base is simple enough to stand the test of time without breaking the bank. Four solid natural white oak legs starburst from a central axis under clear glass. Recessed base for lots of legroom and up to 4 chairs. Clear bumpers protect glass. 48"dia.x30"H...Read more

Lightest and smallest, that's quite a claim to fame nowadays in the folding bike world. I do have to say here in London I seem to see folding bikes pretty much everywhere, which hopefully means they are becoming less of a novelty and more of a standard mode of transportation. The lightest and smallest folding bike in the world. George Lin, inventor of many radical bicycle innovations, created the CarryMe...Read more

Oh, the fun to be had with these Rorschach coasters. They actually look sort of beautiful in a way...don't you think? Or are they slightly disturbing for you, and if so, what does that say about each of our mental states...hmm. Set of 10 coasters...Read more

You know this will make things easier for you, right? The right tool for the job always does. For cooking or carving, this pumpkin scoop is just the thing for removing seeds and pulp from pumpkins and other large squash varieties. Also efficiently removes cooked squash from skin and melons from their rinds....Read more

Finding the flush mount electrical outlets made me want to see in what other places one could create a seamless look. I can picture this being installed flush with the floor with a similar flooring material throughout to create a unified look. The price isn't too cost prohibitive and it doesn't look overly complicated to install-- your plumber, or you, if you're the DIY type, could probably do it in...Read more

If you're gearing up for Halloween, you might consider adding these candlesticks to your decor. They bleed red as the wax melts away, giving your haunted home an extra 'scary' feel. What about bleeding pillar candles, you say? Are you never satisfied? Well, in the spirit of festivities, here you are. Also shown, Haunt Candlestick, $26.00, Buy it here....Read more

Oooh, here's another flush mount electrical wiring systems similar to the Bocci outlets. I can't wait until I can make use of these in a project. They make everything look as if every detail was planned out and that electricity was not just an afterthought. This kind of attention to detail pleases me. TRUFIG presents the ability to take technology supplied by various manufacturers and provide a uniform industrial design,...Read more

So, straight off, take note that the prices are separate for the base and glass tops, because you can most likely source a glass or wood top for less than the retailer's quote (which they actually recommend considering shipment costs). That said, these are exceptionally affordable for the design quality and would most likely be an extremely smart purchase for your home. The coffee tables are assembled from eight identical...Read more

Did you know that 'björk' is the Swedish word for birch, and that a birch tree that is found all over Sweden? These pillows and rugs by Lena Bengström were, of course, inspired by the birch tree with its graphical white and black trunk structure. The leather handles and edging refers to the inside of the bark. The Björk rugs and their patterned structure, are definitely city-dwellers with a modern...Read more

Add a tree trunk stool to your home and wait for the squirrels and mice to start helping you clean while they merrily sing along to your favorite tune. Maybe that won't happen (and maybe it will), but the finish on this stool helps modernize the tree trunk look so that it could easily be at home amongst a contemporary room setting. This striking contemporary stool is entirely hand crafted...Read more

Okay, so I've talked about plywood used instead of drywall before (also see here and here, but these two photos (via design crisis) have me thinking about them all over again. I'm sure not everyone is in love with the look, but I think it looks pretty fantastic when done well. Top pic: found via OWI, via design crisis (if you know what house/architect this is, let me know.) Bottom...Read more

You probably need this. If you don't, you know someone who does. "A useful coin bank and tray in-one concept is a must item especially for those who tend to forget where they placed their keys, glasses, or carry change in their pockets." Dimensions: D5.4" x H2.8" Material: Ceramics, Wood...Read more

Darkly romantic, indeed. Imagine the possibilities of gifting this...so many things you could write to accompany a concrete heart. (a. concrete. heart. freaking amazing.) A hand cast concrete heart which opens to reveal a hollow centre. Give someone a heart, fill it with a message of love or a ring of diamonds. A darkly romantic gift. Each heart is hand cast and may differ in colour and finish slightly. designer:...Read more

These technically aren't available right this very second*, but you can pre-order them now and receive them in early November. Typical speakers are designed to play even the most compressed or poorly recorded track. They gloss over the details that give high-resolution music its depth. The Ceramic Speakers’ custom-made drivers, porcelain and cork enclosures, and Tripath amplifier reveal every nuance. They will show the difference between lossless and mp3 files,...Read more