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While this object might be a little off-the-beaten-path of gifts to give, you can pretty much guarantee that no one else will give the same thing (unless they read this site, of course). This soothing art object is reminiscent of tall rice plants swaying in the breeze. Place it in your entryway and it will gently shake it's head to the right and left as people pass by. by Hiromi...Read more

The calendar tape shown in the packing tape roundup is available in the US after all. Multi-functional sticky tape that works as a calendar, diary, organizer & planner. As well as being pretty useful packaging tape! Easily create each month in any day and date combination, by using the two separate rolls and sticking them next to each other. Pack includes 1 roll of days and one roll of dates...Read more

This is a great price for a stool; it reminds me of a nicer wooden version (see below). Available in Black, White, Orange, Red, or Green ABS formed body with high gloss enamel. 22 x 22 x 19"H $138.00, Buy it here. (Update: so I found the wooden stool- it's the Tahiti Stool...but after looking at it a little more it doesn't have the same seat indentation and the back...Read more

This small chalkboard is the perfect place to leave messages. (Also, the chalk fits into the 'blow hole' on top, pretty cute...) Super cool painted wood whale chalkboard by dynamic design duo Suddenly It's Real. Chalkboard measures 15.25"l x 7.25"h and has two pre-drilled holes in the back for easy hanging/mounting. One piece of chalk included, which will sit safe and snug inside the pre-drilled "blow"hole in the top of...Read more

Perfect for those days when things are feeling a bit crazy... Necklace made from sterling silver with a 16" chain. Center piece : 2 1/2" wide X 1 1/2" long. $45.00, Buy it here....Read more

I usually tend to get a bit nauseous whenever I see copious amounts of floral fabric in a room (I call it the 'cabbage rose' syndrome), especially if there are table skirts involved. If any of you seem to share these symptoms, don't worry, you won't run into that stuff in this book. Sure, there are some interior shots that tend towards the more traditional style, and yes, there are...Read more

These are a surefire way to cheer someone up (or yourself)...who doesn't deserve a medal of honor for something? Colors: Black, Ivory, Fluo Pink, Red Shapes: Oval, Star $20.00, Buy it here....Read more

Kitchen gadgets: the things you don't know you need until you do... "It's a trivet, it's a jar opener, it's a kitchen snake, it's just a hot gadget. Flex is...well, flexible. 18" long with a touch of the blomus stainless on the end for the German flair." (Link and price updated June 17, 2013.)...Read more

This will help you count down the days in style...(by the way, I ran across something like this in a picture of someone's loft and they used it more as a sculptural item than a holiday decoration and it really worked...wish I could remember where it was.) Build enthusiasm for Christmas by building this Advent Calendar upward. A modern take on a traditional decoration, 24 cylindrical boxes stack on top...Read more

I'm not a huge espresso fan, but if I was, I'd be all sorts of into this: no electricity needed and you could take it anywhere when traveling. Might be a great gift for an espresso-loving friend or family member... Compact and lightweight, Handpresso allows for espresso to be enjoyed anywhere. It works without electricity with four easy steps: pump handle, pour hot water, insert coffee pods, and press. Uses...Read more

If giving either of these as gifts, I'd suggest careful wording and/or explanation, as in, "You certainly don't need these, but..." Seletti Leather Skip Rope: $60.00, Buy it here. Seletti's BoxItalia range lets you recreate gym conditions in your own home. This professional-standard 2.5m leather skipping rope with gold metal handles comes in a drawstring bag for training when travelling. Vita Weights: $115.00, Buy it here. Made from stainless steel,...Read more

Happy Thanksgiving! Start the holiday season off right with this leaf pattern wreath puzzle made from 100% recycled cardboard. The smaller cardboard trees are pretty cute too. Also, don't forget to check out our Gift Guide; we're updating it often with our latest picks. If we're missing something, or if you've got a difficult person to buy for, let us know and we'll do our best to fill in the...Read more

Creede over at Grassroots Modern is having a contest where you can vote on your favorite kitchen remodel. I particularly find the "Simple, Modern, Functional" kitchen to be inspirational. The owner, Summer, did a great job of taking a cramped space and making it much more open and usable. [posted by kris]...Read more

Yes, this is a reproduction of the PK20 Easy chair by Poul Kjaerholm. I won't get into whether or not you should buy the original or the copy, because that's your choice, but I will point out that this is approximately $6,000 less than the original. The Spring Chair is a modern reproduction based on a Poul Kjaerholm classic. Features a stainless steel frame and your choice of woven natural...Read more

These slightly askew tables would be an interesting choice for a modern interior, especially if you move around a lot. Parallelogram is a modular flat-packing table system. Each table ships flat and can be folded up into a 20" x 19" x 17" table. Assembly requires no tools. Hardware is included (2 bolts). Black, white, pink or blue. Powdercoated steel 20" x 19" $495.00, Buy it here....Read more