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Never underestimate the importance of a needle and tread whilst traveling. This would fit easily anywhere within your luggage or in a pocket (though if you put it in a coat or pants pocket, be careful, of course). "A travel sewing kit, much better alternative to the small spool-in-a-box version. Cotton thread to be used on all fabrics, 8 strands per color, 21 colors in total. Pull a thread out...Read more

Absolutely wonderful. I love how the imagery is against such a sparse background. You folks flush with enough cash to get something of this sort are very, very lucky. 'Franziska Henning calls her carpets "Poetic Images" - images that "have been inspired by a wide variety of regions, periods and moods." The designs of our first collection are partly based on German 19th-century silhouette cutouts and traditional Japanese woodcuts...Our rugs...Read more

There aren't necessarily a wide variety of modern rocking chairs out there, not to mention the green sort, so that's why this one stands out quite a bit. I like the angle of the seat/back/neck- it reminds me of the Omni Chair by Marten Claesson & Eero Koivisto. "Atmos Chairs take their design cue from the simple utilitarian beauty of the Shaker tradition. The "ears" that jut out from the...Read more

I like the looks of this modern sectional, and the fact that all different sorts of configurations are possible is a definite plus. "A democratic lounge for habitats small in square footage or lucky in large space. Three armless chairs-- left back, right back, full back-- and ottoman modulate in all sorts and all sizes of comfy sofa configurations. You can even put chairs back to back lobby style. Get...Read more

Just in case you've been trying to find an end table, here's three that have some personality. (And, yes, the Jetson one is reminiscent of the Saarinen Side, but the top is mirrored and the proportions are slightly different, so it's forgivable.) Sherwood Brass End Table (left): gold painted antique brass with black marble top 24" x 18", $579.00, Buy it here. Black Walnut Accent Table (middle): walnut accent table...Read more

A little pricey, but it's simplicity at its best. "Our Arte Table features a thick wood profile which seems to hover above its open steel base. Shown here in Espresso Walnut and Stainless Steel, and available in custom finishes." 60" x 30" x 30" h, $2,500.00 72" x 32" x 30" h, $2,950.00 84" x 36" x 30" h , $3,600.00...Read more

I love this rug by Mr. Barford. Think of the possibilities: you could test guests on what country is where or you could use it to dream of future travels (or just your personal pursuit of domination) worldwide. "Have the world at your feet with this beautiful rug. 100% wool rug, hand-tufted in India. Available in warm grey with cream or cream with red." Size: L 245cm x W 150cm...Read more

One of these days I'll stop posting leather travel accessories that are more of a luxury than a necessity, but for now, they are catching my attention pretty much everywhere I go. I really like the black; too bad it has more of a feminine zipper pull or it could appeal to the masculine sort as well. "A useful pouch goes from makeup bag to clutch. Italian lambskin hand-crafted into...Read more

Some might say this book leans towards the slightly disturbed category, but I think it's amusing and insightful. Completely worth taking a look at... "Bears, the first book by Kent Rogowski, is a series of portraits of the most unusual sort: ordinary teddy bears that have been turned inside out and restuffed. Each animal’s appearance is determined by the necessities of the manufacturing process. Simple patterns and devices never meant...Read more

Yes, these could probably be found in a college dorm room, but I kind of like them anyways. "Rock yourself to sleep with matching guitar-and-amp cases, each designed with tour T-shirt-style screenprinted graphics. Standard size covers are 210 thread count; 73% cotton/27% nylon. Machine wash." [posted by katie]...Read more

"A lovely piece designed for reading comfort! Can also be used to hold sheet music or as a standing display case for your favorite book, photograph or work of art." Made in Germany in workshops staffed by the physically and mentally handicapped....Read more

This custom media unit is available in a multitude of woods. "Designed by Jacob Marks, the unit offers generous storage for A/V equipment in the form of a long, narrow flap style door on the right side, additional shelving or storage for the subwoofer on the left (please note at time of order placement intended use for this space), and a slender drawer mounted in the aluminum slab leg. Hand...Read more

Again, the perfect fusion of nature and modern thinking, the Galiano Slim Pendant light is made from reclaimed Douglas Fir and a found twig. 3.75" x 3.75" x 12" (plus branch, which varies) 13W CFL light bulb(= to 60W incandescent)...Read more

I was impressed with this price and scaling of this piece. As to be expected, the unit has cord management for the back and the drawer fronts drop down to reveal all your peripherals....Read more

These dollar bills say "NEW YORK IS A LOT OF WORK" in gold-foil. Perfect for anyone who's paid his/her dues in NYC....Read more