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Griffin's new Evolve Speakers are wireless rechargable speakers ~ and you can even buy multiple sets to pair with the same base for use throughout the house.

FEATUREDGriffin's new Evolve Speakers are wireless rechargable speakers ~ and you can even buy multiple sets to pair with the same base for use throughout the house.

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Terrazo: Views of Mexico City photography exhibition by Pablo Lopez at the Sasha Wolf Gallery - beautiful photography that helps you step back and get a little perspective

FEATUREDTerrazo: Views of Mexico City photography exhibition by Pablo Lopez at the Sasha Wolf Gallery - beautiful photography that helps you step back and get a little perspective

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Found in dec Vogue... in the tiny tiny print thats tucked into the spine... links to lock picking 101, the hacker ethic, etc ~ is this fashion powerhouse advocating hacking and lock picking?

FEATUREDFound in dec Vogue... in the tiny tiny print thats tucked into the spine... links to lock picking 101, the hacker ethic, etc ~ is this fashion powerhouse advocating hacking and lock picking?

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Gift Guide Day 19! Fun picks from design shop - Shop Modi!

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 19! Fun picks from design shop - Shop Modi!

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Creature by Andrew Zuckerman is definitely the MUST buy coffee table book of the year... unfortunately my copy came a bit bashed up, and the cover seems to be crying green...

FEATUREDCreature by Andrew Zuckerman is definitely the MUST buy coffee table book of the year... unfortunately my copy came a bit bashed up, and the cover seems to be crying green...

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Gift Guide Day 20 ~ Naturally Part II! Focused on plants, goodies for your desktop gardeners, self watering pots, hydrodynamic building sets...

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 20 ~ Naturally Part II! Focused on plants, goodies for your desktop gardeners, self watering pots, hydrodynamic building sets...

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Gift Guide Day 21! Today its all about naturally inspired picks... focusing specifically on animals... tomorrow is flora! I think this may be my favorite day so far!

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 21! Today its all about naturally inspired picks... focusing specifically on animals... tomorrow is flora! I think this may be my favorite day so far!

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When is a bag more than just a gorgeous leather expedition pack? When it's filed with chilled champagne, indestructible glasses, a compass, and a silk map... Mumm Expedition Kit

FEATUREDWhen is a bag more than just a gorgeous leather expedition pack? When it's filed with chilled champagne, indestructible glasses, a compass, and a silk map... Mumm Expedition Kit

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Wow, incredibly paper sculpting in this advert by Olivier Gondry for Beringer Vineyard.

FEATUREDWow, incredibly paper sculpting in this advert by Olivier Gondry for Beringer Vineyard.

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Gift Guide Day 22~ Sponsored by Balmuda ~ some beautiful pieces to enhance your workspace's aesthetic and function!

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 22~ Sponsored by Balmuda ~ some beautiful pieces to enhance your workspace's aesthetic and function!

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Gift Guide Day 23! I bet you haven't seen this many awesome mimobots on one page before! This was too fun to make! And those new star wars series two ones are so cute.

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 23! I bet you haven't seen this many awesome mimobots on one page before! This was too fun to make! And those new star wars series two ones are so cute.

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Feric illustrates fantastical, mechanical characters in his "fevolution" series.

FEATUREDFeric illustrates fantastical, mechanical characters in his "fevolution" series.

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For all our architects ~ next time you build a model, how about trying some adorable cost effective metal silhouettes for your cars and residents? Haseform has created a great series of Modellfiguren

FEATUREDFor all our architects ~ next time you build a model, how about trying some adorable cost effective metal silhouettes for your cars and residents? Haseform has created a great series of Modellfiguren

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Subzero ~ depressed and frustrated thus paralyzed? He's a little bit of all of us... new limited edition porcelain works by NOTCOT Fav Michael Salter

FEATUREDSubzero ~ depressed and frustrated thus paralyzed? He's a little bit of all of us... new limited edition porcelain works by NOTCOT Fav Michael Salter

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Conroy & Wilcox thorn cuff and rings in gold and silver

FEATUREDConroy & Wilcox thorn cuff and rings in gold and silver

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Selfridge's has launched a concept store that is a must see for any design lovers going through london ~ behold the WONDER ROOM. (also great podcast from wanda of the wonder room hunting for unicorns and dragons)

FEATUREDSelfridge's has launched a concept store that is a must see for any design lovers going through london ~ behold the WONDER ROOM. (also great podcast from wanda of the wonder room hunting for unicorns and dragons)

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Happy Ear Flamingo Review ~ most intriguing feature is the way it attaches to your ear with the two nubs that are quite stable and comfortable... and the magnetic dock!

FEATUREDHappy Ear Flamingo Review ~ most intriguing feature is the way it attaches to your ear with the two nubs that are quite stable and comfortable... and the magnetic dock!

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Gift Guide Day 24 ~ Audiocubes! Here are my picks from the audiophile and japanese gadget importer! Must sees are the video about the FACEBANK (so freaky) and the Rolly.

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 24 ~ Audiocubes! Here are my picks from the audiophile and japanese gadget importer! Must sees are the video about the FACEBANK (so freaky) and the Rolly.

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So cute! Vancouver's 2010 Olympic Mascots revealed. Created by Meomi Design.

FEATUREDSo cute! Vancouver's 2010 Olympic Mascots revealed. Created by Meomi Design.

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Mimobots launches phase 2 of the Star Wars series ~ adorably illustrated and luke even has a normal head under that helmet! And check out leia's buns...

FEATUREDMimobots launches phase 2 of the Star Wars series ~ adorably illustrated and luke even has a normal head under that helmet! And check out leia's buns...

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NINJATOWN Blind Box Mini Plushes!!! Launching Nov 30th... wouldn't these make awesome stocking stuffer/tree ornaments?

FEATUREDNINJATOWN Blind Box Mini Plushes!!! Launching Nov 30th... wouldn't these make awesome stocking stuffer/tree ornaments?

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Gift Guide Day 25! Today i'm featuring some of my favorite goodies from Elsewares, which really is my can't fail store for the perfect gifts for stranger and bffs alike.

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 25! Today i'm featuring some of my favorite goodies from Elsewares, which really is my can't fail store for the perfect gifts for stranger and bffs alike.

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Incredibly high tech looking folding sled with shock absorbers...

FEATUREDIncredibly high tech looking folding sled with shock absorbers...

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Give Good Food to your Mac ~ up to 70% off over 25 great mac apps that you can mix and match to make your own bundles, available for about 12 days.

FEATUREDGive Good Food to your Mac ~ up to 70% off over 25 great mac apps that you can mix and match to make your own bundles, available for about 12 days.

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Gift Guide Day 26 ~ a few of my favorite picks from our sponsor, Delight! From all in one green shopping kits to a set of conversation starters to even lego ipod speakers ~ fun gifts for all.

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 26 ~ a few of my favorite picks from our sponsor, Delight! From all in one green shopping kits to a set of conversation starters to even lego ipod speakers ~ fun gifts for all.

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A roundup of all of the silhouette rings we've been coming across, from diamonds in plastic to handscapes and farm animals...

FEATUREDA roundup of all of the silhouette rings we've been coming across, from diamonds in plastic to handscapes and farm animals...

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It's about time someone designed a gorgeous line of luxury bags with built in solar panels. Noon Solar has black Cortland Tote that i'm craving, and the Logan Satchel for guys.

FEATUREDIt's about time someone designed a gorgeous line of luxury bags with built in solar panels. Noon Solar has black Cortland Tote that i'm craving, and the Logan Satchel for guys.

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Virgin America ~ full of goodies from plugs at every seat and seat to seat chatting to live tv and crazy mood lighting... also an adorably cheeky animated safety video you have to watch!  (including this tech happy nun)

FEATUREDVirgin America ~ full of goodies from plugs at every seat and seat to seat chatting to live tv and crazy mood lighting... also an adorably cheeky animated safety video you have to watch! (including this tech happy nun)

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Was your Thanksgiving filled with tech? Family bonding over wiis, rock band, guitar hero, etc? Also, can you believe the Will it Blend guy blended a Guitar Hero Guitar?!?!

FEATUREDWas your Thanksgiving filled with tech? Family bonding over wiis, rock band, guitar hero, etc? Also, can you believe the Will it Blend guy blended a Guitar Hero Guitar?!?!

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Gift Guide Day 27 and counting down... for this first sunday, here are some techsessories, because there's no excuse for fugly tech.

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 27 and counting down... for this first sunday, here are some techsessories, because there's no excuse for fugly tech.

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Barneys goes green this holiday season with some great typography throughout their campaign and a hilarious video with Creative Director Simon Doonan and Fashion Director Julie Gilhart.

FEATUREDBarneys goes green this holiday season with some great typography throughout their campaign and a hilarious video with Creative Director Simon Doonan and Fashion Director Julie Gilhart.

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Gift Guide Day 28 - For Creatives - aka my collaged page of goodies that i either own or crave that are both amusing and useful?

FEATUREDGift Guide Day 28 - For Creatives - aka my collaged page of goodies that i either own or crave that are both amusing and useful?

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SWIMS ~ these modern galoshes give you a classier way to keep wearing your fancy shoes while running off to go puddle jumping.

FEATUREDSWIMS ~ these modern galoshes give you a classier way to keep wearing your fancy shoes while running off to go puddle jumping.

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Day 29 of the gift guide is all about some of the most eco-friendly, let luxurious feeling wallets (with great packaging, so they look great as gifts) by db clay... there are even 500 one of a kind wallets!

FEATUREDDay 29 of the gift guide is all about some of the most eco-friendly, let luxurious feeling wallets (with great packaging, so they look great as gifts) by db clay... there are even 500 one of a kind wallets!

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UPDATED! I just found a video of Bryan demoing all of the tests in the Oakley O Lab! It really is even cooler to see it in video ... shooting balls at glasses on dummy heads at high velocities, playing with lasers, etc.

FEATUREDUPDATED! I just found a video of Bryan demoing all of the tests in the Oakley O Lab! It really is even cooler to see it in video ... shooting balls at glasses on dummy heads at high velocities, playing with lasers, etc.

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Porsche Design's latest and largest airport store opens in Frankfurt ~ jetsetting is a must to keep up with all these airport "malls".

FEATUREDPorsche Design's latest and largest airport store opens in Frankfurt ~ jetsetting is a must to keep up with all these airport "malls".

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NOTCOT Gift Guide Day 30 - Thanksgiving, in addition to food, that means dealing with family, food comas, + heinous traveling... so here are gifts to help with relaxing, amusing, and surviving!

FEATUREDNOTCOT Gift Guide Day 30 - Thanksgiving, in addition to food, that means dealing with family, food comas, + heinous traveling... so here are gifts to help with relaxing, amusing, and surviving!

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HAPPY THANKSGIVING! For all those who need some food inspiration ~ check out the thanksgiving related finds of TasteSpotting

FEATUREDHAPPY THANKSGIVING! For all those who need some food inspiration ~ check out the thanksgiving related finds of TasteSpotting

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Next step for the Keyport is sending in keys... so they can cut perfect keyport keys for your all in one keyfob! Curious what they send you?

FEATUREDNext step for the Keyport is sending in keys... so they can cut perfect keyport keys for your all in one keyfob! Curious what they send you?

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i teamed up with my spray paint and stencil and started getting some snail mail ready to go... so calming to take a screen break and get dirty doing something *real*

FEATUREDi teamed up with my spray paint and stencil and started getting some snail mail ready to go... so calming to take a screen break and get dirty doing something *real*

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For everyone that has been asking about what the music on the NOTCOT Gift Guide is ~ here is some info to catch you up on what Burst Labs has put together!

FEATUREDFor everyone that has been asking about what the music on the NOTCOT Gift Guide is ~ here is some info to catch you up on what Burst Labs has put together!

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GIFT GUIDE! We're doing a crazy 31 one days of random collaged, hand written, click the pics to shop gift guides... so Day 31 in the countdown is Charles & Marie goodies i like.

FEATUREDGIFT GUIDE! We're doing a crazy 31 one days of random collaged, hand written, click the pics to shop gift guides... so Day 31 in the countdown is Charles & Marie goodies i like.

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Inside Oakley's Rolling O Lab ~ it will bring out the hands on science geek in you ~ launching projectiles at glasses on dummies etc. Also its scared me off my regular glasses a bit!

FEATUREDInside Oakley's Rolling O Lab ~ it will bring out the hands on science geek in you ~ launching projectiles at glasses on dummies etc. Also its scared me off my regular glasses a bit!

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Uki International's "Go On" is the cutest, tiniest little hair dryer... also you've got to check out their designer twists on the full sized dual handle ergonomic dryer and colorists tray.

FEATUREDUki International's "Go On" is the cutest, tiniest little hair dryer... also you've got to check out their designer twists on the full sized dual handle ergonomic dryer and colorists tray.

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Live blogging over at the Ritz in Half Moon Bay at Oakley's Norcal Shootout ~ check out how sweet their giant rolling lounge is... currently playing Caddy Shack

FEATUREDLive blogging over at the Ritz in Half Moon Bay at Oakley's Norcal Shootout ~ check out how sweet their giant rolling lounge is... currently playing Caddy Shack

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Katharine Hamnett's tees are big bold colorful ways to state your cause and scream it to the world. “MAKE TROUBLE question everything” - STOP AND THINK - SAVE THE SEAS - etc etc etc

FEATUREDKatharine Hamnett's tees are big bold colorful ways to state your cause and scream it to the world. “MAKE TROUBLE question everything” - STOP AND THINK - SAVE THE SEAS - etc etc etc

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Ultreo ~ the next generation of toothbrush technology is Ultrasound ~ and here's a full product review... honestly, i'm shocked how much better its work than my sonicare

FEATUREDUltreo ~ the next generation of toothbrush technology is Ultrasound ~ and here's a full product review... honestly, i'm shocked how much better its work than my sonicare

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The three story loft event space in Venice that is the Smart House until January... is part showroom, part gallery, part event space... and we even cooked paella on the patio with Rockenwagner.

FEATUREDThe three story loft event space in Venice that is the Smart House until January... is part showroom, part gallery, part event space... and we even cooked paella on the patio with Rockenwagner.

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When you go by the Smart House in Venice, don't forget to grab a few Smart Balls ~ or at least check out their playful schwag displays with the dispensers that take Smart Tokens.

FEATUREDWhen you go by the Smart House in Venice, don't forget to grab a few Smart Balls ~ or at least check out their playful schwag displays with the dispensers that take Smart Tokens.

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For a low cost gift that's all about your packaging skills... no-bake baking gifts... like cookies in a jar! just add eggs and butter.

FEATUREDFor a low cost gift that's all about your packaging skills... no-bake baking gifts... like cookies in a jar! just add eggs and butter.

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Adiri Natural Nurser - “Your breast doesn’t feel like plastic. Why should your baby’s bottle?” - Interesting new design and business story

FEATUREDAdiri Natural Nurser - “Your breast doesn’t feel like plastic. Why should your baby’s bottle?” - Interesting new design and business story

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Nabzone has clothing and accessories for your Nabzatags ~ apparently they are anti naked  bunnies

FEATUREDNabzone has clothing and accessories for your Nabzatags ~ apparently they are anti naked bunnies

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#7253
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Podravka's Annual Report contains a smaller book of recipes that initially appears to have blank pages, until you BAKE it for 25 minutes at 100 degrees.

FEATUREDPodravka's Annual Report contains a smaller book of recipes that initially appears to have blank pages, until you BAKE it for 25 minutes at 100 degrees.

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#7252
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Brian McCarty (the legendary designer toy photographer) has teamed up with StrangeCo and MTV for this incredible 2008 wall calendar

FEATUREDBrian McCarty (the legendary designer toy photographer) has teamed up with StrangeCo and MTV for this incredible 2008 wall calendar

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#7241
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The Perfect Perch ~ a low cost flat packable seat made of double-wall corrugated card and covered in an eco-friendly UV varnish for water-resistance - by student James Chu, going into production now.

FEATUREDThe Perfect Perch ~ a low cost flat packable seat made of double-wall corrugated card and covered in an eco-friendly UV varnish for water-resistance - by student James Chu, going into production now.

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#7216
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Arbor and Rogue Status team up to create some gorgeous boards that make you thing ~ made from wood, and covered in guns and ammunition as art... limited to 333. Check out the close ups!

FEATUREDArbor and Rogue Status team up to create some gorgeous boards that make you thing ~ made from wood, and covered in guns and ammunition as art... limited to 333. Check out the close ups!

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Toy Me has some new pieces ~ like a macho arm, robotino, and some glasses to hang your glasses from!

FEATUREDToy Me has some new pieces ~ like a macho arm, robotino, and some glasses to hang your glasses from!

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Bittersweets has managed to one up her incredible vampire bands.... by adding a diamond to their bite. Introducing the Vampress.

FEATUREDBittersweets has managed to one up her incredible vampire bands.... by adding a diamond to their bite. Introducing the Vampress.

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I'm smitten with Alejandro Paul's latest type face - Feel Script

FEATUREDI'm smitten with Alejandro Paul's latest type face - Feel Script

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#7208
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Somewhere City ~ new toy collection launching ~ and you can MIX & MATCH the pieces! To make some pretty crazy cute creatures... also plush versions coming soon!

FEATUREDSomewhere City ~ new toy collection launching ~ and you can MIX & MATCH the pieces! To make some pretty crazy cute creatures... also plush versions coming soon!

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Rayman Raving Rabbids 2 is finally here!

FEATUREDRayman Raving Rabbids 2 is finally here!

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#7204
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On noteworthy packaging design, i was strangely drawn to this Band-Aid Tough Strips Tough Case

FEATUREDOn noteworthy packaging design, i was strangely drawn to this Band-Aid Tough Strips Tough Case

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An interview with Yang Liu, author and designer of Ost trifft West (aka East Meets West).

FEATUREDAn interview with Yang Liu, author and designer of Ost trifft West (aka East Meets West).

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For now, this is as close as you are going to get to the perfect NOTCOT store - A+R Venice just opened... here's a quick tour in pictures you can't miss.

FEATUREDFor now, this is as close as you are going to get to the perfect NOTCOT store - A+R Venice just opened... here's a quick tour in pictures you can't miss.

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#7172
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Opened gift bag, found this Maria White Mebane Porcelain Tealight, lit it with CITIZEN:Citizen matches... and i was mesmerized.

FEATUREDOpened gift bag, found this Maria White Mebane Porcelain Tealight, lit it with CITIZEN:Citizen matches... and i was mesmerized.

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#7171
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Brooks Salzwedel (a notcot fav for his layered resin belts and artwork) has launched Shane, jewelry that has the tiniest resin masterpieces hidden in woody metal pieces... Click to see inside that log.

FEATUREDBrooks Salzwedel (a notcot fav for his layered resin belts and artwork) has launched Shane, jewelry that has the tiniest resin masterpieces hidden in woody metal pieces... Click to see inside that log.

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Billy Chasen has exploded an ipod, encased it in resin, and plays music off of it. Could you imagine a cooler art piece/present for this season?

FEATUREDBilly Chasen has exploded an ipod, encased it in resin, and plays music off of it. Could you imagine a cooler art piece/present for this season?

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North Face's new 845 Collection is where "Artistic design meets extraordinary performance." And these sleek silhouettes for men and women can actually withstand all kinds of insane unexpected weather.

FEATUREDNorth Face's new 845 Collection is where "Artistic design meets extraordinary performance." And these sleek silhouettes for men and women can actually withstand all kinds of insane unexpected weather.

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Right Gin ~ beautiful bottle, impressively intricate crest of many precise elements showing all they stand for, and designed by perfectionist who hated the tastes of all the gins they've tasted before.

FEATUREDRight Gin ~ beautiful bottle, impressively intricate crest of many precise elements showing all they stand for, and designed by perfectionist who hated the tastes of all the gins they've tasted before.

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NYTO presents the American Comfort Quilt ~ embodying all that a brand hopes to provide for its consumers - handmade limited edition of 5

FEATUREDNYTO presents the American Comfort Quilt ~ embodying all that a brand hopes to provide for its consumers - handmade limited edition of 5

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#7150
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The Brand Pharmacy just filled my prescription of Design Therapy... curious what's inside? And what CITIZEN:Citizen has been up to with Jimmy Jane, All Purpose, and Filius?

FEATUREDThe Brand Pharmacy just filled my prescription of Design Therapy... curious what's inside? And what CITIZEN:Citizen has been up to with Jimmy Jane, All Purpose, and Filius?

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#7130
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Wow. Just got back from the hipsterfest that is Paper Magazines 24 hour pop up department store with favorites like citizen:citizen and A+R and tons more. Check out a pile of images from the second hour.

FEATUREDWow. Just got back from the hipsterfest that is Paper Magazines 24 hour pop up department store with favorites like citizen:citizen and A+R and tons more. Check out a pile of images from the second hour.

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#7127
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Spring in Dumbo (the store!) - Threaded exhibit of  nine panels of embroidered canvas by Richard Saja

FEATUREDSpring in Dumbo (the store!) - Threaded exhibit of nine panels of embroidered canvas by Richard Saja

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#7119
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Wat Design transformed ILSE's offices into a crazy life size pixel paradise, from trailers to sunsets, and even a pixel window in the men's room.

FEATUREDWat Design transformed ILSE's offices into a crazy life size pixel paradise, from trailers to sunsets, and even a pixel window in the men's room.

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Hoya Crystal ~ Design Boom opened up my eyes to their incredible crystal animals in black cages, skull collection... which sent me exploring the rest of this beautiful Japanese line as well.

FEATUREDHoya Crystal ~ Design Boom opened up my eyes to their incredible crystal animals in black cages, skull collection... which sent me exploring the rest of this beautiful Japanese line as well.

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#7098
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Video of Kerouac reading over Steve Allen to Woody Allen's opening sequence for Manhattan. Beautiful.

VIDEOVideo of Kerouac reading over Steve Allen to Woody Allen's opening sequence for Manhattan. Beautiful.

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#7089
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Since we have a fascination with reusable shopping bag options... here is the latest, and we even got you a sneak peek at the upcoming silver/carmel bags on black canvas ~ AMT + Charles & Marie

FEATUREDSince we have a fascination with reusable shopping bag options... here is the latest, and we even got you a sneak peek at the upcoming silver/carmel bags on black canvas ~ AMT + Charles & Marie

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#7079
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UPDATE Oops, sorry i forgot Roger Federer as King Arthur in my Annie Leibovitz  and Disney update... does his nose look kind of weird to anyone else?

FEATUREDUPDATE Oops, sorry i forgot Roger Federer as King Arthur in my Annie Leibovitz and Disney update... does his nose look kind of weird to anyone else?

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#7077
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Silhouette Masterpiece Theatre - genius combinations of silhouettes on old painting visuals... they crack me up.

FEATUREDSilhouette Masterpiece Theatre - genius combinations of silhouettes on old painting visuals... they crack me up.

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#7072
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Just played with the upcoming Oakley Split Thump mp3 glasses and have a full hands on review, unboxing, and comparison with the previous model... fun packaging details, and cool removable earbuds

FEATUREDJust played with the upcoming Oakley Split Thump mp3 glasses and have a full hands on review, unboxing, and comparison with the previous model... fun packaging details, and cool removable earbuds

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#7067
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ROCKWELL Font Lovers ~ this is the guitar pick for you... 100 limited edition picks made by Simon Whybray

FEATUREDROCKWELL Font Lovers ~ this is the guitar pick for you... 100 limited edition picks made by Simon Whybray

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#7052
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UPDATED Disney and Annie Leibovitz share a few new images of actresses as classics. Rachel Weisz as Snow White, and Julie Andrews as the Blue Fairy with Abigail Breslin as a fairy-in-training.

FEATUREDUPDATED Disney and Annie Leibovitz share a few new images of actresses as classics. Rachel Weisz as Snow White, and Julie Andrews as the Blue Fairy with Abigail Breslin as a fairy-in-training.

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#7051
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A Fuck counter by SKY TV. The movie is Big Lebowsky. It's really funny and smart.

VIDEOA Fuck counter by SKY TV. The movie is Big Lebowsky. It's really funny and smart.

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#7048
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Bleu Nature ~ incredible line of wood, fur, leather stools, daybeds, chairs, bookshelves, etc...

FEATUREDBleu Nature ~ incredible line of wood, fur, leather stools, daybeds, chairs, bookshelves, etc...

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#7029
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Good Magazine : The Business of Death. A light-hearted look at what goes into dying. Directed by Alejandro Cardenas with Illustrations by Daniel Cardenas... (YouTube Video)

VIDEOGood Magazine : The Business of Death. A light-hearted look at what goes into dying. Directed by Alejandro Cardenas with Illustrations by Daniel Cardenas... (YouTube Video)

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Wired Tree ~ after a few months with our new hosts we just wanted to share our hosting experiences with you, since your input was invaluable when we needed to leave our last nightmare of a host.

FEATUREDWired Tree ~ after a few months with our new hosts we just wanted to share our hosting experiences with you, since your input was invaluable when we needed to leave our last nightmare of a host.

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So we've gathered up more of our gel research... tracked down the manufacturer and found similar polymers for ant farms, plant growth, root gel, crystal plant chunks... and even as the latest DIET fad? Pics of all...

FEATUREDSo we've gathered up more of our gel research... tracked down the manufacturer and found similar polymers for ant farms, plant growth, root gel, crystal plant chunks... and even as the latest DIET fad? Pics of all...

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#6990
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A giant post on everything from this genius direct mailer Triop Kit from National Geographic Kids... to praying mantis, butterfly, frog, venus fly trap, sea monkeys, etc kits.

FEATUREDA giant post on everything from this genius direct mailer Triop Kit from National Geographic Kids... to praying mantis, butterfly, frog, venus fly trap, sea monkeys, etc kits.

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#6989
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Murakami @ MOCA ~ here's a roundup of all the craziness (and free goods) from the celeb filled opening gala ~ as well as all the ebay madness surrounding this exhibition.

FEATUREDMurakami @ MOCA ~ here's a roundup of all the craziness (and free goods) from the celeb filled opening gala ~ as well as all the ebay madness surrounding this exhibition.

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#6978
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Maybe the best  anti- cocaine video on the web (not for those who don't like the gory sight of brains)

VIDEOMaybe the best anti- cocaine video on the web (not for those who don't like the gory sight of brains)

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#6975
problem!
KeyOvation Ergonomic Keyboard and Mouse - will this really fix/save my wrists?

FEATUREDKeyOvation Ergonomic Keyboard and Mouse - will this really fix/save my wrists?

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#6952
problem!
Incredible innovation at the Solar Decathlon this year

FEATUREDIncredible innovation at the Solar Decathlon this year

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#6951
problem!
Moon Jars! (to go with your Sun Jars naturally) as well as a little announcement about the upcoming gift guide ~ and also an update for those of you looking for a good list of stores to help your holiday shopping.

FEATUREDMoon Jars! (to go with your Sun Jars naturally) as well as a little announcement about the upcoming gift guide ~ and also an update for those of you looking for a good list of stores to help your holiday shopping.

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#6937
problem!
Happy Halloween ~ for some inspiring costumes and a peek at what a costume party at LACMA with access to the Dali exhibit looks like... check out Joshua Targownik's coverage.

FEATUREDHappy Halloween ~ for some inspiring costumes and a peek at what a costume party at LACMA with access to the Dali exhibit looks like... check out Joshua Targownik's coverage.

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#6918
problem!
Crackpot 2008 is here! Basically the best weekly dose of calendar art you can find...

FEATUREDCrackpot 2008 is here! Basically the best weekly dose of calendar art you can find...

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#6906
problem!
Chocolade Haas by Sander Plug. A brilliant video of the final moments of some chocolate bunnies in surreal worlds as they meet their hot demises.

FEATUREDChocolade Haas by Sander Plug. A brilliant video of the final moments of some chocolate bunnies in surreal worlds as they meet their hot demises.

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#6905
problem!
Sarah Van Gameren's Big Dipper creates twenty-four candle wax chandeliers by dipping on its own... and after they burn down in 4 hours, you can remelt it and make more.

FEATUREDSarah Van Gameren's Big Dipper creates twenty-four candle wax chandeliers by dipping on its own... and after they burn down in 4 hours, you can remelt it and make more.

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#6897
problem!
Plan Toys ~ they have everything from these adorably modern doll house sets to wooden foosball for your 3 year old...

FEATUREDPlan Toys ~ they have everything from these adorably modern doll house sets to wooden foosball for your 3 year old...

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#6888
problem!
Dussault's leather goods are not just rugged gorgeous carry-on rollers... upon closer inspection you will see they are imprinted with skulls and moneybags.

FEATUREDDussault's leather goods are not just rugged gorgeous carry-on rollers... upon closer inspection you will see they are imprinted with skulls and moneybags.

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#6883
problem!
Sprint is giving you a free private island with your Blackberry 8830 ~ and it's a mere $10.5M

FEATUREDSprint is giving you a free private island with your Blackberry 8830 ~ and it's a mere $10.5M

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#6871
problem!
New student-made iPod Touch commercial set to CSS - Music is My Hot Hot Sex. Apple picked this up from YouTube and flew in the kid who made it to produce a broadcast quality version.

VIDEONew student-made iPod Touch commercial set to CSS - Music is My Hot Hot Sex. Apple picked this up from YouTube and flew in the kid who made it to produce a broadcast quality version.

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#6866
problem!
Keyport ~ the first keyfob for all your many keys is FINALLY shipping in two weeks with its limited edition Slide... check out images of the first ones.

FEATUREDKeyport ~ the first keyfob for all your many keys is FINALLY shipping in two weeks with its limited edition Slide... check out images of the first ones.

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#6850
problem!
The Vers 2x ~ unboxing and hands on review of the new Vers 2x cherry wood speaker system. Its beautiful down to the tiniest details.

FEATUREDThe Vers 2x ~ unboxing and hands on review of the new Vers 2x cherry wood speaker system. Its beautiful down to the tiniest details.

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#6839
problem!
UPDATED - Curious what the So Cal fires look like from space? NASA has some incredible images...

FEATUREDUPDATED - Curious what the So Cal fires look like from space? NASA has some incredible images...

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#6834
problem!
Working Class Heroes! My Laptop Wallets arrived and i'm even more impressed with them in person than online... see some hands on pics of them.

FEATUREDWorking Class Heroes! My Laptop Wallets arrived and i'm even more impressed with them in person than online... see some hands on pics of them.

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#6833
problem!
Hendrick's Gin has great point of sale pieces, crazy web design, and videos... fun branding that is sure to make you smile... not to mention it's my favorite gin.

FEATUREDHendrick's Gin has great point of sale pieces, crazy web design, and videos... fun branding that is sure to make you smile... not to mention it's my favorite gin.

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#6815
problem!
Did you ever wonder where Roy Lichtenstein pulled his images from? David Barsalou tracked down many of the exact comic frames.

FEATUREDDid you ever wonder where Roy Lichtenstein pulled his images from? David Barsalou tracked down many of the exact comic frames.

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#6807
problem!
This is the best dilbert i've read in a while... although luckily i'm not quite this bad off... yet... you must read what comes before and after this square!

FEATUREDThis is the best dilbert i've read in a while... although luckily i'm not quite this bad off... yet... you must read what comes before and after this square!

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#6803
problem!
A beautiful X'mas is what you make of it. Fun xmas cards by the Breeding Ground that lets you write your notes, and your recipients build and arrange their own scene.

FEATUREDA beautiful X'mas is what you make of it. Fun xmas cards by the Breeding Ground that lets you write your notes, and your recipients build and arrange their own scene.

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#6800
problem!
Ok just one more... Flip and Tumble... the Popple/Sockball of the reusable bags... i've even dug up an 80's Popple Advert for anyone who's forgotten about Popples.

FEATUREDOk just one more... Flip and Tumble... the Popple/Sockball of the reusable bags... i've even dug up an 80's Popple Advert for anyone who's forgotten about Popples.

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#6793
problem!
Even Method (yes the gorgeously packaged cleaning guys) are getting in on the reusable shopping bag action... this one is free with 20$ purchase, and has some fun typography going on.

FEATUREDEven Method (yes the gorgeously packaged cleaning guys) are getting in on the reusable shopping bag action... this one is free with 20$ purchase, and has some fun typography going on.

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#6785
problem!
Polka teams up with tattoo artist Gert Kowarzik to make a series of tattooed leather furniture

FEATUREDPolka teams up with tattoo artist Gert Kowarzik to make a series of tattooed leather furniture

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#6768
problem!
Into the Pixel features some great pre-game art by game designers for games like Rabbids! Dewey! and Viva Piñata!

FEATUREDInto the Pixel features some great pre-game art by game designers for games like Rabbids! Dewey! and Viva Piñata!

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#6762
problem!
Continuing my fascination with the evolution of reusable shopping bags... latest find is the Target one with an adorable bird on a target tree design! As well as the Whole Food insulated one for $3.

FEATUREDContinuing my fascination with the evolution of reusable shopping bags... latest find is the Target one with an adorable bird on a target tree design! As well as the Whole Food insulated one for $3.

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#6756
problem!
EXCLUSIVE! We're excited to show you some sneak peaks of the new Diesel Fuel For Life Factory where starting monday you can customize your own bottles of the new fragrance.

FEATUREDEXCLUSIVE! We're excited to show you some sneak peaks of the new Diesel Fuel For Life Factory where starting monday you can customize your own bottles of the new fragrance.

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#6749
problem!
Triggered by post #6732 ~ Joshua Targownik sent in his photographs of the Reform School which are beautiful... it looks like the picturesque doll house full of designer goods you wish you had.

FEATUREDTriggered by post #6732 ~ Joshua Targownik sent in his photographs of the Reform School which are beautiful... it looks like the picturesque doll house full of designer goods you wish you had.

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#6741
problem!
Are reusable shopping bags the new t-shirt? How many do you have? Want? What do you like and not like about the options so far?

FEATUREDAre reusable shopping bags the new t-shirt? How many do you have? Want? What do you like and not like about the options so far?

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#6736
problem!
In his back pocket is a BAGGU. A reusable grocery bag... yes... finally one that is understated enough for a guy to carry around.

FEATUREDIn his back pocket is a BAGGU. A reusable grocery bag... yes... finally one that is understated enough for a guy to carry around.

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#6734
problem!
Muji has some of the best stocking stuffer ~ so many wooden nature inspired toys this year! Perfect for any animal loving designer... or toddler in your life!

FEATUREDMuji has some of the best stocking stuffer ~ so many wooden nature inspired toys this year! Perfect for any animal loving designer... or toddler in your life!

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#6726
problem!
An update to the Blu Dot desk saga...

FEATUREDAn update to the Blu Dot desk saga...

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#6705
problem!
While this may look like just a box in a sleeve ~ this packaging for a hearing aid appears to have an animated soundwave on it as you push the box through. See the video. By Goodmorning for Widex.

FEATUREDWhile this may look like just a box in a sleeve ~ this packaging for a hearing aid appears to have an animated soundwave on it as you push the box through. See the video. By Goodmorning for Widex.

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#6700
problem!
We love all things D.L. & Co. especially these new Mori Ex Cacao skulls that are just divine. In flavors like Curious Chili, Scorched Caramel, and Bitter White Brandied Cherry how can we resist?

FEATUREDWe love all things D.L. & Co. especially these new Mori Ex Cacao skulls that are just divine. In flavors like Curious Chili, Scorched Caramel, and Bitter White Brandied Cherry how can we resist?

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#6685
problem!
Glue Glue Design has some great concepts to change the way we drink wine... like these crazy orange glasses... and an interesting bottle stopper...

FEATUREDGlue Glue Design has some great concepts to change the way we drink wine... like these crazy orange glasses... and an interesting bottle stopper...

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#6667
problem!
IKEA has some great wooden pull toys (and push toys) for under 10$ we were craving.... and while there we also took many pictures of other playful oddities we encountered... including halloween masks

FEATUREDIKEA has some great wooden pull toys (and push toys) for under 10$ we were craving.... and while there we also took many pictures of other playful oddities we encountered... including halloween masks

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#6665
problem!
Elemente Magazine ~ Canada's Alternative Design Magazine on Architecture + Design + Lifestyle + International... i even have a few blurbs i wrote in the latest issue!

FEATUREDElemente Magazine ~ Canada's Alternative Design Magazine on Architecture + Design + Lifestyle + International... i even have a few blurbs i wrote in the latest issue!

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#6661
problem!
Daedalus & Icarus reinterpreted as lighting by Tord Boontje by Artecnica

FEATUREDDaedalus & Icarus reinterpreted as lighting by Tord Boontje by Artecnica

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#6659
problem!
Sub-Zero Wine ~ fun new campaign with some beautiful playful animated imagery of wine's top 4 enemies

FEATUREDSub-Zero Wine ~ fun new campaign with some beautiful playful animated imagery of wine's top 4 enemies

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#6657
problem!
Hehe, the title of this book got me, and the content is awesome too. Check out "Hand Job: A Catalog of Type" by Michael Perry. All about hand-drawn typography

FEATUREDHehe, the title of this book got me, and the content is awesome too. Check out "Hand Job: A Catalog of Type" by Michael Perry. All about hand-drawn typography

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#6649
problem!
Christina Angliker's Peace Buttons and Fishing Knuckles change the way to see the world a tiny bit ~ changing the way you fish... and the "wounds" turned into buttons...

FEATUREDChristina Angliker's Peace Buttons and Fishing Knuckles change the way to see the world a tiny bit ~ changing the way you fish... and the "wounds" turned into buttons...

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#6648
problem!
Ambassador Stamps from the last post ~ the UI is a bit annoying, and the quality of their images are SO fun... so check out my choice pics from their designs, and close ups of the packaging and physical stamps...

FEATUREDAmbassador Stamps from the last post ~ the UI is a bit annoying, and the quality of their images are SO fun... so check out my choice pics from their designs, and close ups of the packaging and physical stamps...

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#6647
problem!
Eames' Hacks.... brilliant hilarious high chair and toilet seat. By The University of the Arts, Philadelphia's  ID students

FEATUREDEames' Hacks.... brilliant hilarious high chair and toilet seat. By The University of the Arts, Philadelphia's ID students

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#6636
problem!
All i want for xmas (from the NM Christmas book - other than the pop up book) is a 100 ft Dragon Topiary! Check out some of the other outrageous goodies as well... like Steamer Trunk Bar (they are making a comeback!)

FEATUREDAll i want for xmas (from the NM Christmas book - other than the pop up book) is a 100 ft Dragon Topiary! Check out some of the other outrageous goodies as well... like Steamer Trunk Bar (they are making a comeback!)

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#6630
problem!
Pop up books are going to make a comeback ~ starting with this limited edition Neiman Marcus Pop Up

FEATUREDPop up books are going to make a comeback ~ starting with this limited edition Neiman Marcus Pop Up

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#6628
problem!
AMT's Inside Out Martini Glass is my lust worthy kitchen necessity of the moment ~ also check out some of her other glasses, rings, and bags with bags printed on them!

FEATUREDAMT's Inside Out Martini Glass is my lust worthy kitchen necessity of the moment ~ also check out some of her other glasses, rings, and bags with bags printed on them!

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#6625
problem!
Rodrigo Bruna does incredible things with Toast. In this case, Reconstruccioniepce, this wall border is made with toast recycled from his previous piece.

FEATUREDRodrigo Bruna does incredible things with Toast. In this case, Reconstruccioniepce, this wall border is made with toast recycled from his previous piece.

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#6620
problem!
Doris Salcedo’s Shibboleth at the Tate Modern literally breaks through the ground of the museum to make you take notice

FEATUREDDoris Salcedo’s Shibboleth at the Tate Modern literally breaks through the ground of the museum to make you take notice

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#6615
problem!
Fun fruit bowl, desks, and chair designs from Bleijh ~ the designs of Basten Leijh

FEATUREDFun fruit bowl, desks, and chair designs from Bleijh ~ the designs of Basten Leijh

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#6593
problem!
Inspired by this Illy "Push Button House" Cafe ~ check out this post of more than 10 breathtaking designs utilizing shipping containers in the most incredible ways.

FEATUREDInspired by this Illy "Push Button House" Cafe ~ check out this post of more than 10 breathtaking designs utilizing shipping containers in the most incredible ways.

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#6588
problem!
Is it a card? A long layerable necklace? A secret message? All of the above! Magic Symbols.

FEATUREDIs it a card? A long layerable necklace? A secret message? All of the above! Magic Symbols.

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#6572
problem!
Argh, The frustration. It's a real shame that terrible customer service and bad packing is getting in the way of good design ~ particularly with this order of a gorgeous blu dot paperclip desk!

FEATUREDArgh, The frustration. It's a real shame that terrible customer service and bad packing is getting in the way of good design ~ particularly with this order of a gorgeous blu dot paperclip desk!

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#6570
problem!
Re-Bag challenged 15 designers to come up with prints for their reusable bags, and have printed them in limited edition for the current show. Some edgy playful pieces worth checking out.

FEATUREDRe-Bag challenged 15 designers to come up with prints for their reusable bags, and have printed them in limited edition for the current show. Some edgy playful pieces worth checking out.

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#6557
problem!
Happy 100th to the Eames! Their grandson made a stop action film with their newly produced elephants running rampant across LA!

FEATUREDHappy 100th to the Eames! Their grandson made a stop action film with their newly produced elephants running rampant across LA!

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#6542
problem!
Anna shares pictures of the beautiful packaging for her wedding rings from Niwaka ~ set in porcelain, then in wood, tied with ribbon.

FEATUREDAnna shares pictures of the beautiful packaging for her wedding rings from Niwaka ~ set in porcelain, then in wood, tied with ribbon.

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#6528
problem!
Just when i started to think this was true ~ a surprise package came from Diesel Sweeties. So come leave a comment if you want the chance to get a copy of the new comic book and some NOTCOT buttons.

FEATUREDJust when i started to think this was true ~ a surprise package came from Diesel Sweeties. So come leave a comment if you want the chance to get a copy of the new comic book and some NOTCOT buttons.

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#6515
problem!
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