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Delightful arrangement of old flashcards to adorn your walls... "They once introduced proper usage to Fifties schoolkids…cleverly rearranged, these vintage Dick & Jane flashcards now proclaim witticisms delightfully naughty and devilishly nice, phrases humorous and pointed, messages meaningful and memorable—like all truly enjoyable art. Framed behind glass in matte black metal. Each is unique." Sizes range from 12-1/4"W x 9-3/4"H to 12-1/4"W x 21"H....Read more

This smattering of 2x12 shiny tiles with the matte green is lovely. Photo: Clear Creek Spa by Merideth Boswell in Meadow Green, Jade Green and Seafoam using 2x12 tiles....Read more

While neither of these are the most practical accoutrements, they are curious objects that some of you might enjoy collecting. 'Tougher than Leather' Skateboard: 480 € Buy it here. "How old school can you get? Strap on this leather beauty and pose your cred away. Socks optional. Made to order. " 'Zeus' Letter Opener: Brass,155 € ; Silver plated brass: 174 €, Buy it here. "Left or right handed, a...Read more

This will sure be handy once the summer heat sets in... "Steep hot tea in the lidded upper pitcher and then Flash Chill deliciously fresh iced tea by pouring the brewed beverage into the ice in the lower pitcher for immediate service. The signature piece of our Tea-Over-Ice™ line, these sculpturally designed pitchers are made from hand-blown heat-resistant glass and stack for a captivating table side presentation." [via iheartluxe]...Read more

Tokujin Yoshioka apprenticed to both Shiro Kuramata and Issey Miyake before he started designing his own line of furniture for Driade. "Designed by tokujin yoskioka, 2005 for driade. Yoshioka is an award-winning designer whose thoughts about design are that the creator should show something surprising and joyful. his work may look understated but there is a deeper meaning of something that is both poetic and ready-to-sell. The Boing sofa is...Read more

I've always sort of liked the silly, superstitious quality of Rabbit's feet, but as an animal lover I would never own an actual rabbit's foot. Harry Allen has come up with a solution, a guilt free gold plate and brass option. [posted by kris]...Read more

This is a perfect gift for your favorite coffee drinker. "Eva Solo bring their "less is more" design aesthetic to the simple task of brewing coffee. Simply spoon in the coffee, add boiling water, stir and replace the drip-free filter funnel and the tip-up lid. Wait four minutes, and pour the freshly-brewed coffee. The lid and the cover keep the coffee warm for 30 minutes, as well as giving the...Read more

Check it out: this portable grill simply folds up so it's easy to carry around. Everyone will think you're the coolest when you bring this to a picnic or backyard BBQ. 'Yes, this is one grill that is pretty amazing. A super-slim, portable charcoal grill that lives up to its boast as a “notebook.” And a superstylish one at that! It’s lightweight, too, weighing in at slightly over 8 lbs—seriously!--and...Read more

Huh? I can't decide if this is good or bad, but it does leave room for ideas on making your own... "You can never get back lost time, but with this ultra-creative and modern clock you can reminisce without losing track of time. A square board adorned with vintage toys and a minute and hour hand make this timepiece an interesting sculptural and functional accent to your walls. These found...Read more

While I wouldn't necessarily call this coat hanger "hilarious", I would call it kind of clever. "Never suffer through the pain of losing (or misplacing) your beloved coat, hat or sweater again, simply hang it up on this hilarious life line coat rack. Whether you're a doctor, nurse or Grey's Anatomy junkie, this clever coat rack is sure to make everyone laugh (and that's good for the heart). Red enamel...Read more

For those of you with all sorts of clutter on your nightstand, this could be just the thing to keep books and such within reach but semi-out-of-sight. "This soft faux leather saddle fits snuggly between the mattress and the bed frame. Magazines, journals, electronics, and other items can be neatly tucked away inside the saddle’s five pockets. The saddle includes: 1 large pocket for magazines and 4 small pockets for...Read more

This generously sized coffee table is available in several different options. "The Turtle Coffee Table is shown in black powder-coated steel and stained MDF with a polyurethane finish and adjustable steel glides." Available in your choice of steel color and material for top of table. 13"h x 42"w x 42"d...Read more

Small but functional... "Simplicity and good design make up this pleasing, yet space-conscious desk accessory. This two piece perpetual desk calendar is made of wood." W3 x D0.5 x H8 in...Read more

I've been pretty good this year about bringing canvas totes with me to go grocery shopping. It's mostly working out, but I've got to say that this Market tote which has the pockets on the outside for odd shaped bottles would make it almost effortless to carry groceries without feeling like your bag is about to burst at the seams. [posted by kris]...Read more

"Cubits can transform easily from a shelf to a cabinet with the addition of the optional doors and backs. The backs keep your stored items from falling behind the unit and enables Cubits to be used as a room divider. Made of the same high-quality polypropylene as the shelves, the backs are sold separately in sets of two and can be added and removed at will." [posted by kris]...Read more