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Need a place for odd notes, photos and other such sundries? Consider Wrong For Hay's Cork Cone, as it has plenty of room for a vertical tower of pinnables. And, if your paperclips need a home, perhaps you should take a look at the Magnetic Tower as well, as it will gather those small metal clips with ease. Wrong for Hay Cork Cone, $28.00 Wrong for Hay Magnetic Tower, $38.00...Read more

Ah, thank goodness, you can now stop your search, for I've found you the perfect gift for any discerning modernist/minimalist. Each Floating Forest piece by Michael Anastassiades is composed of a hand-made brass planter that sits on the rim of any glass. By suspending a seed or plant above, growth is facilitated and exposed in its natural elegance. Now, the question is, just which one (or ones) shall you select?...Read more

What are these two objects? Lumps of salt? Some kind of rough plaster paperweight? Or, wait, might it be the set of salt & pepper shakers by Max Lamb? Ding, ding, ding! Your last guess was correct, and should you want to peruse the other items in the collection, be sure to take a look at the Mug, Tall Vase, and smaller Posy Vase, just to name a few. "Crockery...Read more

This isn't new, but it remains a stand-out piece in the seating/side table category. Designed by Ron Gilad in 2003, this stool/end table is quite the thing to have in your home. Leave the space empty and enjoy the inside/outside silhouette or use it for storage- it looks fantastic with stuffed with books. Also available for quite a bit more money in white Corian ($1,490) and red or black Corian...Read more

- Not new, but pretty cool: permanent marker installation by heike weber - Axis Gear: Motorize your existing window shades - Bob Ross Painting Episodes Are Streaming Online - Bumblebees used for targeted pesticide deliveries - Onomo's "magic compass" uses LEDs to guide cyclists - Recycled skateboard pendant lamp - Action figure replica of Michelangelo’s David- there's also Venus de Milo and The Thinker, available at Goodsmile's shop - Fortsy:...Read more

See that tiny, red, cube-like device on top of that speaker? It's here to save the lives of all the old speakers that don't have Bluetooth. That's right, you can keep your vintage Mcintosh or JBL speaker(s) with its/their amazing sound and have the convenience of streaming music from your latest smartphone or device. So, how does it work? The Vamp fits onto your existing speaker via a magnetic metal...Read more

Finding spectacular gifts for those favorite people in your life probably isn't at the top of your priority list just yet, but, don't you worry, I'm on the hunt. May I turn your attention toward this vision of a flower seen through cut glass? Thanks to visual distortions created by a kaleidoscopic effect, just one flower gives the impression of a bouquet. Yes, it is expensive, but, man-oh-man is it...Read more

Ooo, nice! We're big fans of Kaufmann Mercantile, so, of course it's exciting to see their new line of select goods. The Gathering Bench is particularly lovely, as it is made from solid Black Walnut wood, and by woodworkers in New York, no less. Think of the design like a recipe; start with a base of Scandinavian lines, throw in a fair amount of Danish mid-century modern, and then add...Read more

Pen and pencil cases aren't just for school-age children, you know. Those of us on the go don't want to leave our prized writing/drawing instruments behind, and a case that has a trick up its sleeve might be just the thing to keep our bags and workspaces organized (and clients and coworkers impressed?). Similar to vintage ‘trick boxes’, this Tanno Free Case requires one push of its wood button for...Read more

A spill-proof Soy Sauce Cruet? Pfft, you say. I didn't believe it either until seeing it in action. It has a beak-like spout that's built into the adjustable cap; soy sauce (or olive oil or vinegar) simply flows out without a drip. Is this a game changer for anyone who loves their soy sauce (or olive oil or vinegar)? I think so. Designer/Maker: The / Ishizuka Glass Origin: JAPAN Material:...Read more

Hip, hip, hooray for geometric steel side tables that cost $175. We can thank PWHFurniture on Etsy for this find. It's made of sheet steel and a welded steel base, so it's sturdy and particularly friendly on the ol' wallet. Now you'll have an ideal spot to set your drink(s) and/or mobile device when you settle into your favorite chair/sofa. Choose between white, black, blue, red, or yellow....Read more

Are these rugs too provocative for you? Well, tough... ummm, you-know-what. Cold Picnic brings us the Private Parts Rugs, with a little something for everyone. Pick the parts you like most and then choose the preferred size and color- most are available in the 2'x3' size with the cream background. I bet you'll have fun seeing the rug each and every day; be sure to enjoy that the imagery can...Read more

Ah-ha! This looks like a pen, but it's really a multi-purpose tool hidden inside a pen-like casing. It's perfect for those of us that like to be prepared for anything, yet can't really justify wearing a tool belt everywhere we go (sooo cumbersome, right?). The 16 tool bits can be easily switched out- they're all stored within the pen, so you cycle through to the one you need*. Taiwanese architect...Read more

A small, portable grill that looks a little like a bento box gets a big 'yes, please' from anyone who has ever eaten outdoors. It's a charcoal grill, so there's nothing complicated about it. A built-in handle and a nylon strap secures the whole thing together to make transport extra easy to the backyard, beach, or campsite. Silicone handles, dishwasher-safe parts, and a black enamel finish all further add to...Read more

Expletive! We finally got our site updated! That affects several things that you probably don't care about, as we didn't change much visually. However, you probably do care about the fact that we no longer need the app that you may have on your mobile device. Yes, the app worked, and yes, it looked okay, but now the normal BLTD site will load on whatever gadget you're on without the...Read more