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I posted Sarah Cihat's Rehabilitated Dishware oh-so-long ago, and was pleased to find some of her new(ish) handmade cups. Handmade cups with floral art. 3" high by 3" dia...Read more

This bench is something worth taking a look at. The low profile and interesting silhouette amount to an altogether unique outdoor seating solution. "Each bench is made from furniture grade kiln dried Western Red Cedar. All fixtures are stainless steel and are tucked away on the back and inside. The main joints are all put together using dado cuts. While this makes the manufacturing more complex, it greatly increases its...Read more

Even though this rug's pattern is barely there, and not at all 'pattern-y', there's a nice quality that adds some interest without distraction. "Created in a colorway that's only available at DWR, the Grace Rug (1999) was named in honor of Angela Adams' great aunt. "I always thought my aunt Grace was very cool because she could whistle with two fingers," says Adams. Capturing a pattern that could represent a...Read more

Chances are if you're shopping for modern (& affordable) furniture, you'll have heard of Blu Dot. Right now at UMA there's 15% off of all Blu Dot merchandise with free shipping online. Just enter this coupon code during checkout: BLUDOT15 Sale runs through the end of the month....Read more

Charging stations are abundant nowadays, but it's rare that one comes so close to simplicity as this one. "The simple and compact design conceals a universal charger compatible with over 1500 electronic devices from most major brands and a USB port allowing hundreds more electronic devices to be charged using just The Sanctuary. Users can from now on charge their cell phone, PDA, Blackberry, iPod, MP3 player, and bluetooth headset...Read more

If you've got a lot of time on your hands, you might consider taking up a hobby, let's say something like covering a chair with tiny pieces of a map. Or, if you don't have the time you could of course buy this one. It's slightly pricey, but considering that someone did this by hand, and that you're paying for convenience, it's not as bad as it could be. "The...Read more

This is as 'cheap as chips' or so the saying goes. For $100, you can now afford to dine outside on your patio (if you have one) and enjoy the fine weather soon to arrive. "This folding Patio Set is the perfect thing for impromptu barbecues or every day. The table top is 24" in diameter. Includes the table with two chairs. Shipping $20." Update: This item is unfortunately no...Read more

This console would be ideal for an entryway or behind a sofa. It has the detailing of the traditional Chinese medallion console to add interest but wouldn't take up too much visual space. (I'm a big fan of mixing different styles and periods of furniture- something like this would provide an interesting contrast to a super modern sofa or chair.) Satin-black or red lacquer 52"w x 12"d x 35"h (exterior)...Read more

With thoughtful watercolor drawings, Kate T. Williamson captures the many moments of her daily life after moving back in with her parents for what was thought to be a three-month stopover but soon became a twenty-three-month stay. Small details and ordinary scenes amount to a personal memoir that catches all the joys and embarrassing episodes of living once again with one's own parents. From spending her twenty-fourth birthday at a...Read more

This wallpaper might just be my favorite yet- the soft muted background color with the seemingly crazy little doodles scattered about are quite lovely. "Moving into a 3,500 foot warehouse may have changed Karen Combs forever. Already an established artist, this new space enabled her projects to get larger. The space was large enough for a 50 foot roll of paper that was to become her first wallpaper. Each sheet...Read more

Perfect for your laptop, this special 1965 re-edition of that classic Samsonite briefcase certainly shows signs of a makeover. Thinner than the old version with a leather handle face-lift, it's most likely more comfortable to carry around on a daily basis and has the nifty added feature of a removable laptop sleeve. A divider panel and pockets help keep your papers and necessary electronic components organized. Signat Attaches: Mini Attache...Read more

There's a little sale over at UO where you can get 4 plates for $18. Mix and Match and spice up your dinner!...Read more

This is a pretty smart way to keep your ideas together- the back side of one notebook slips into the front pocket of another...providing a way to link up several notebooks in one. "160 lined pages that open flat. Inside pages are green seal certified and contain 30% recycled post-consumer fiber. Cover is stain resistant, waterproof, tear-resistant, 100% recyclable synthetic paper, easy to wipe clean. Patent pending front cover pocket...Read more

This throw isn't a new thing, but I do keep admiring the design whenever I come across it. If you look closely, you can see images of tanks and grenades amidst the animals. "The ordinary throw blanket may be a bit taboo in the design industry, seeing as its main function is to cover an old and unseemly couch... but when Marcel Wanders, Job Smeets and Nynke Tynagel get ahold...Read more

Both of these tables are almost unbelievably priced- either or both would be perfect for the outdoor weather that's just around the corner. hedge coffee table: "Deliberately designed on the same low square grid as our Resort to pull right up to the edge, or in between, chairs and ottoman in modular fashion. Spare lines can also do coffee or side table duty with any outdoor, even indoor, setup. Rustproof,...Read more