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Whether you want or need more play or pleasure when having your drink of choice, these glasses would surely add to rather than detract from the experience. Seems like it could be a good gift as well... "The shape of the glass enhances the aromatic effects and deep color of the Liqueur, as well as its sensual movement. It makes for a highly playful and pleasurable experience that should not...Read more

So, we promise not to go crazy with holiday this and holiday that, but we do want to make sure everyone knows that we do have a gift category, where you can search by price for that special recipient. (If you're unfamiliar with BLTD, you can find all of our categories in our drop down menu, located in the gray bar below the header image.) Please do let us know...Read more

Sure, audiophiles probably have a list four feet long of what is needed in a sound system, but for some of us what it boils down to is how it looks (if you care about sound reproduction you probably just cringed). Yes, it needs to sound good, but it also needs to not be an obscene stack of metal and cords and flashing lights everywhere. This sound system is especially...Read more

For those of you who enjoy the holidays, and all the decorations that come with it, here's a gingerbread house that takes a new spin on the old tradition. If you choose one for your own family or for a friend who would appreciate the new interpretation, it'll be worth a chuckle or two from whoever sees it. "We gave the classic holiday treat a mid-century makeover, complete with garage...Read more

This sure would come in handy when bouncing around from one country to another- it sets the time zone for you, so that you won't have to fret about keeping track. "This state-of-the-art atomic radio-controlled clock is the most precise in the world - it’s accurate within one second every million years! - and you never have to worry about setting the time zones. Packed with everything you need in...Read more

"An ultra cool design approach delivers luxurious comfort in a handsome modern sectional. The polyester bouclé upholstery has a soft pebbled texture. The pillowtop cushions and the sleek, low seat deck make for an inviting place to relax after your busy day. Sectional styling means it’s versatile enough for a small space or able to be expanded considerably. Add and subtract pieces to adapt to your modern lifestyle and the...Read more

I don't know about you, but I love it when designers showcase and sell their wares directly on their websites. Benjamin Hubert has a great portfolio of interesting items on his site, and this soup bowl/spoon set is no exception.The Earthenware soup/spoon set is formed from a single surface with a soft impression for the bowl and spoon holder....Read more

Looking for something thoughtful yet not too personal to give to your office mate or other person you see everyday? This tea stick may be just the thing. "Clever, spring loaded gadget makes one perfect cup of tea. Simply insert loose tea and steep. Stainless steel and plastic. Modern German design." [posted by kris]...Read more

This wall/door solution is perfect for large, open living spaces where you may need to periodically add some soundproofing or privacy. [posted by kris]...Read more

There's no doubt that Sir Terence Conran has gotten to where he is today because of his excellent design sense. So, it's no surprise this book does a great job of offering several ideas that will get your small space in top notch shape. Lots of photos and drawings to show how certain home owners maximize storage and living space, checklists at the end of each chapter, and several case...Read more

Cheeky necklaces which have descriptions of lavish jewelry in a simple font....Read more

I'm actually really flabbergasted at the well proportioned design of this chair coupled with the amazingly affordable price....Read more

This is a great extension dining table that has a mechanized self-storing leaf. "The Parentesi Table (2002) by Luigi Ronzoni gracefully extends to seat up to 6-8 people without interrupting the design's simple lines or resolved details. Both ends of the tabletop pull out on smooth-gliding metal tracks to make room for a self-storing butterfly extension leaf, which easily unfolds and locks into place. Like the remainder of the tabletop,...Read more

Streamlined set of dinnerware from Bauhaus' Walter Gropius....Read more

This is such a smart idea- you can choose portrait or landscape (or anything in between) all in the same sketchbook. "Each of the 210 pages is cut to a different size, starting with the standing portrait format (18,4 x 13,3 cm), which gradually mutates to the lying landscape format (13,3 x 18,4 cm). The sketchbook was hand bound in the Netherlands in a signed and limited edition of 500...Read more