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I can think of one word for this: creepy. Since it's October, creepy is kind of okay, and despite my initial reservations on the inconvenience of your tea/coffee seeping between the teeth and onto your hand or desk, not to mention how strange it would be to have your own teeth bump against the cup's teeth (uck)... yeah, so despite all that, maybe you'll get a kick out of it,...Read more

How much you want to bet that this will be in your local mega-hardware store within the next two months? This is the superhero of flashlights. It clamps onto pretty much anything or it can stand on its own. The head swivels to put light right where you need it. Or, if need be, you can use it just like a regular flashlight. Plus, if you see the video/film demonstration,...Read more

This is incredibly useful as well as lovely. The lamp slides to the desired position from the 'T' joint, enabling you to position the light above a table or seating area without messing too much with electrical wires. ”Electrical inlets rarely are just above the dining table…” This adjustable pendant lamp responds to this issue by combining functionality and poetry, rationalism and lightness. A lamp you can position in space like a graphic...Read more

I like the looks of this little table. Very architectural, but in a light sort of way. Nice. 25”diam x 18”h Polished nickel Lightweight design with a thin metal top and open, geometric base...Read more

As one of you recently pointed out, there's quite a few inexpensive trestle options out there, and you can get whatever sized top you want from a glass shop or hardware store. On the left, is Urban Outfitter's Sawhorse Table Legs, which at $38.00 for a set of two is a pretty good deal, and actually less expensive than the sawhorses on the right. However, the ones on the right...Read more

Awhh-yeah. Instead of the glitter, show off some bills (or should I say billz?) for a change. Umm, yes, they are one dollar bills, so maybe it's not the most expensive, but it's a set of six that you can mix it up however you want, which is a nice option. But $180, you say? Hmm...if it was a hundred dollar bill would that make the price point easier to...Read more

Part of the new 'Well Considered' Collection from The Conran Shop, this table combines elegance and simplicity with a friendly price tag. (More items from the range will be posted within the next few weeks, but not so much that you'll get sick of them.) Terence Conran designed this simple, pared down trestle which is made in solid oak and combined with a clear glass top - ideal for sophisticated...Read more

I can't believe these folders haven't been posted before. Situation remedied. Set of 6 printed file folders with 3 tab locations Includes 12 Adhesive Tab Labels Size: letter...Read more

At first these looked like Barbie-sized hand magnets, but they're quite a bit larger than that, thank goodness. Barbie-sized hand magnets probably wouldn't be very functional (unless they were mighty-magnet strong). Each set includes 8 hands measuring 7cm x 3.5cm. Hand signals include; Budha hand, pick up the phone, ok, high five, raise your hand, win and good....Read more

David Baker + Partners is just the type of architecture firm you like to hear about. They are active in urban development and they turned this sad building into a great live/work space for Baker. The home also has an impressive list of environmental features: 2.0K solar electric system generating over half of electrical power on site. Solar domestic hot water collection system providing over half of water heating needs....Read more

It's sort of rare for wood to be raw, isn't it? Usually there's some sort of finish or stain, and maybe that's why this one looks particularly fresh and new. Raw Wood Wall Clock made from milled solid maple with leather strap and aluminum hands. Dimension: 10 in. Diam., 24 in. strap...Read more

It's no secret that Twinkle Living has some great rugs to choose from; this circular cream and black design is a great option for a seating area that needs a focal point. Originally trained in the arts, Wenlan draws all of her own patterns for both her home and fashion collections. With custom prints and designs inspired by imagery culled from a life spent working in the arts, traveling the...Read more

Faceted and fabulous, this watch keeps time in cubic style. Designed by Wil Alsop and rugged at a glance, the Daytimer feels comfortable with its good fit on the wrist, while its 3D display naturally catches attention. Organic EL Display: The high-luminance organic EL display simply shows time, a date, and a day of the week. Graphic display starts by pressing the "A" button. 9 different graphics are displayed every...Read more

Seeing as I'm mightily impressed by this shelving unit, you might be too. Morgan of The Brick House built this unit out of plumbing pipe and fittings for about $200 (and apparently a lot of frustration). It sure looks good, and if you're brave enough to embark on this DIY project, check out the supply list here....Read more

After 5 years and 5000 posts we're launching a new look for Better Living Through Design! We're still doing a little cleanup so if things don't quite work right we'll get it all sorted out in the next few days. We hope you like it! Katie and Kris...Read more