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Check out this new kitchen gadget from Fusion Brands: Heat-resistant silicone fingertongs™ allow you to safely cook with your hands. Controlled flipping and grasping of food while cooking is easy with the flexible fingertongs. $18.00, Buy it here....Read more

This seems to be a floor sample piece, hence the price reduction, but man-oh-man is it a lovely light fixture (made of velcro!). It looks like this particular retailer won't take additional orders, but you can email (export@almerich.com) or call (tel +34961343234) the manufacturer directly. At a time when both designers and consumers are overwhelmed with complicated manufacturing techniques and advanced material technologies, Luis Eslava seeks to champion the straighforward...Read more

Does anyone else think these look infinitely more comfortable to use than regular two-pronged (for lack of a better term) scissors? "A great all-purpose scissor to have around the house for precision cutting of paper, fabric and other materials, these Craft Scissors are forged from high-grade carbon steel with tungsten. Called a “grip scissor,” the centuries-old design has been discovered in several ancient cultures, including Greece, Egypt and China. Made...Read more

This elegant vase would be perfect upon a shelf or mantelpiece. An opulent matte finish accents the distinctive contours of this stoneware vase. 7.5" high. From Germany. Available in dark or light grey. Also shown: Doileez Loop Basic 12" Orange/Gray (Set of Two), $24.00, $42.00, Buy it here....Read more

Desk blotters always seem like proper things to have in a work area, and while sometimes 'proper' looking things tend to have a traditional flair, this one is decidedly modern and affordable. Hand crafted in Fabriano, Italy, this simple yet elegant Desk Blotter will transform any desktop into a unique and stylish workspace. Made from natural recycled leather -- a rugged, environmentally friendly material that is used for furniture and...Read more

Do you ever wish that a store would say, "Hey, why not pick something out for free, we're feeling generous today..."? Or that you'd happen upon something in a thrift store that usually costs an insane amount and it would have a price tag of $120? I'm feeling that way about this big (huge) ottoman today. The Cake ottoman is a great accent piece for any room. Change its personality...Read more

This is a very decent multifunctional chair. It's perfect for a small space that occasionally needs extra sleeping accommodations. Also available in red. lounge chair opens to a twin bed, easy fold out/in, matching sofa available, some assembly required, delivery via ground service only closed: 35"w x 33"d x 30"h open: 35"w x 77"d   $399.00-$470.00, Buy it here. [via if it's hip, it's here]...Read more

These look like an excellent choice for bedside reading; mounting lights on the wall frees up valuable space on the side table and the pivoting head ensures that you'll always have direct light on your nighttime novel. Plus, the gunmetal finish is industrial and modern, yet not too sleek (as sometimes chrome can be). No electrician required. Easy-installation gunmetal grey steel wall-readers simply have an exposed black cloth cord that...Read more

Amsterdam's i29 has done it again with the 00 House. This 1614 square feet home appears to be quite large due to the expansive wood floors and open spaces. The large movable walls allow for changing the space when necessary. [posted by kris]...Read more

So, yes, this was posted last week, but Bobby Berk Home has offered BLTD readers 15% off this table; just use coupon code 'BLTD' at checkout. Nice, huh? This is a spectacular little table- I love the wood grain etching on acrylic; it's an excellent design combination. The Timber Table from Gus Modern is crafted from high quality acrylic. The wood like detail etched into the Timber Table makes for...Read more

For those of you in the U.K., you've got an excellent reason to replace your telephone. Lucky ducks. "This is the Colombo Two. Nothing to do with a mac-wearing detective, it's actually named after the legendary Italian designer, who made a name for himself creating objects best suited to the set of Space 1999. And this phone is a tribute to him by the ChauhanStudio. It's all about the looks,...Read more

DWR just added a bunch of stuff to their online Clearance section, and as quantities are limited, you'd be smart to snap these deals up fast. shown left to right, top to bottom: Kina Pendant, $1,750.00 Now: $875.00, Buy it here. Paulistano Armchair, Save 33% frame: $700, slipcover: $800, Buy it here. Cross Coffee Table, $1,200.00 Now: $510.00, Buy it here. Lady Chair (Houndstooth), $3,300.00 Now: $1,650.00, Buy it here....Read more

These closet doors are actually not too bad. You rarely expect anything from the major hardware stores to be something that you mind find in a home decor magazine, so when you find something that's simply designed with no silly flourishes, it's a pleasant surprise. These may be a good replacement for your builder-grade mirrored sliding doors....Read more

I'm trying to figure out how add a shower to a narrow half bath by taking over a closet to get some extra room. Unfortunately there's not a lot of room to take any more width, so there's not really a way to add a shower door or other major division. This small bath separates the lavatory from the shower with a simple step down, but keeps the flooring and...Read more

For those of you that appreciate the urban grid, this notebook by John Briscella might just be the perfect fit. A blank notebook /sketchbook / journal that is gridded with 125 cities from all around the world. Great for Urbanist, Architects, Designers, Artist, everyone who enjoys cities. Each city pattern is completely different then the next. Begin to realize the possibilities of cities while taking notes; Redraw parts of a...Read more