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We posted this almost three years ago, but now it's significantly cheaper so I thought it was worth revisiting. [posted by kris]...Read more

The purveyor of meatballs just made the wall sticker trend a LOT cheaper....Read more

In a seemingly surreal environment, Jimmy and Dena Katz have captured bizarre yet ordinary scenes from in and around the Salt Flats of northern Utah. The backdrop of such a unique landscape sets off characters and objects, saturating colors with sharp sunlight and providing the rare opportunity for an uncomplicated study of silhouettes. "Again and again they discovered human possessions and personal obsessions flung onto the salt surface against undulating...Read more

Yes, the price does seem more on the high side of what seems reasonable for a few side tables, but considering there are 10 of them, each one sporting different shades of neutral enamel tops, it doesn't seem as bad..maybe because each one (if sold separately) would be $175. "Driftwood spread across the shore is the impetus behind this unique design. The ultimate in modern nature, these low tables are...Read more

Some mornings these would be entirely useful; just think, a quick look at yourself with a moustache or tattooed tears (depending on the day, of course) might give that extra infusion of self-confidence you need (and, how much would this be a mind-numbingly good gift for somebody?). 'In need of some self-reflection? Designer Julie Ruiz has created this series of one-of-a-kind silk-screened hand mirrors that are sure to give you...Read more

Teatime, anyone? Add some edginess to the tradition with this 'Shattered' tea collection. Fine bone china. Shattered Tea Cup and Saucer, $23.00, Buy it here. Shattered Teapot, $60.00, Buy it here....Read more

The metal mesh used for the body of this chair is so visually light it almost appears to be made from fabric netting. It's almost a shame to categorize it as an outdoor piece ('almost' because I'm not complaining). "The Round Collection designed by Christope Pillet is both simple and elegant with a flowing design sure to have timeless appeal. The Lounge Chair features a steel frame with a seat...Read more

This is one of those 'crazy-but-good/interesting' items. "25 mirrored glass panels, each set at a different angle on a polished stainless steel frame." 550X550X80mm...Read more

I'd seen this talked about, but it's not until now that I've seen it actually available for purchase ('purchase' in the sense of able to order it- it's out of stock until mid May, but you can preorder now to make sure your name's down when they're back in). Double-walled porcelain cup with silicone top. Dishwasher safe. Size: 3.5" x 6"...Read more

Kohler's promoting their new Karbon Faucet, which looks to be pretty impressive. "With its clean, crisp lines, the Karbon articulating faucet introduces a new geometry of versatile functionality to the kitchen. Intelligently engineered to hold any pose for hands-free operation, Karbon allows you to streamline your work surfaces and workflow. You can extend the faucet fully to fill large pots, lower it into the sink for food preparation and cleanup,...Read more

I have Version II of this Naoto Fukasawa humidifier and I love it. "The goal of the Japanese design house Plusminuszero is to turn everyday objects into art... and, as anyone who lives in a dry climate knows, humidifiers aren't exactly the most aesthetic object in your house. That's all about to change with the Humidifier Version III. With its compact frame and beautifully smooth surfaces, it not only works...Read more

Part ridiculous, part genius, these magazine straps take your stack of magazines and tether them into some impromptu seating. [posted by kris]...Read more

While I'm not quite sure what this table is made of, it does have the interesting (rough?) three-legged base that contrasts nicely with the rounded/oblong glass top. 60"L x 28"W x 19.5"H...Read more

Look at these- anywhere a magnet sticks can be immediately transformed into a surface covered with leaves(!). "Wouldn't it be nice to add a little more green in your house without all the fuss of watering. Each of these leaf shaped magnets is made of soft plastic. Imagine the impact you could create on appliances, file cabinets....Sold separately." [posted by katie]...Read more

Of course the fascination with smaller homes and get-aways continues, mostly due to architects creating cabins just like this. The first sentence quoted below leaves me terribly excited about the future. "It is a one-room (190 square feet in size), self-contained box that was built by furniture craftsmen in four weeks in a Toronto parking lot and installed on site in 10 days. Three of the exterior walls are floor-to-ceiling...Read more