Self-Watering Planter
No need for a green-thumb with this self-watering planter, an unglazed terra cotta pot that keeps plants fresh and healthy indoors or out.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Joey Roth
Melanie Bilenker’s heartbreakingly intimate vignette etched on a simple brooch is a one-of-a-kind accessory. The nude woman expresses something elusive on both sides of the enamel pin, both in her face and her sinewy pose.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Melanie Bilenker
Inspired by the bezels found on Rolex’s iconic Oyster Perpetual series of watches, Speedmaster Official’s unisex bracelets are made in Italy from marine-grade stainless steel in a range of colors.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Speedometer Official
Suck UK smartly looked at nature to devise the perfect ice ball-maker. Crafting a jumbo-sized pea-in-a-pod design, the designer’s Frozen Peas make it easy to squeeze out a giant ball of ice, which melts 80% slower than cubed ice, for cold, strong drinks.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Suck UK
Persian-born artist Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian fled occupied Iran during World War II for NYC, and her luminous body of work reflects the lifelong journey. Damiani publishes a comprehensive retrospective of Farmanfarmaian’s graphic work juxtaposing mirror mosaics of her native land with the modern geometry of her adopted city.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Damiani/ Third Line
Put the moon at your fingertips with this cushy, 22-inch replica of the fullest lunar phase in all its glory. The photographic print shows off the craters and the oh-so-mighty Sea of Tranquility in a comfy pillow handmade in Portland by A Little Lark’s Christy Nyboer.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by A Little Lark
Aggressive and naughty, these eco-friendly bags live up to their fresh name. Don’t beat around the bush—or waste the fruits of the bush—carry them for a bold expression and sound environmental practice.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Douche Bags
Shaw Sisters worked with artisans in Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa, to create this kitchen set that consists of a spatula, and a large and small spoon. The wooden pieces are blasted with a catalyzed laquer to give a shiny, durable finish, and a dash of color.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Shaw Sisters
A cheeky take on a classic charm bracelet lends a sinister elegance to costume designer Gillian Steinhardt’s Right Hand Charm Bracelet. Or perhaps it’s just a nod to the idea of an old reliable, but either way, the piece will start more conversations than a pile of icy diamonds.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Gillian Steinhardt
Ditch the threadbare Technicolor rags lying around the linen closet and invest in a sophisticated zebra hide beach towel from Maslin & Co. Complete with its own leather carrying strap, this is an accessory to show fellow beachgoers you mean business with your seaside spread.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Maslin & Co
Make your tastebuds really sing with the decadence of Maldon Sea Salt. Derived the same way since the company started raking underwater salt beds in 1882, the unprocessed crystals retain natural trace elements that make the compound more flavorful—therefore requiring less. If a sprinkle of the white stuff is one of life’s little pleasures, ramping up your salt game in the kitchen will pay dividends to your daily satisfactions.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Maldon
An ornate, beautiful way to wear your heart on your sleeve comes in the form of this grown-up mood ring. Though the concept comes from a vending machine, the actual handmade iteration features plated brass and a 20mm heat-sensitive stone.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Radar
Designers—or, really, anyone who uses a variety of gadgets and doodads throughout the day—will live a life of stylish organization once the Mod by This is Ground lands in their hands. The handsome leather folio disguises a magnetic spine which allows for customization of pockets and straps to hold your erasers, rulers, notebooks or other essential tool.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by This Is Ground
The ’90s stay alive—for your animals at least—with this upcycled iMac pet bed. This isn’t some nostalgic reproduction, this is the actual shell of a candy-colored computer hollowed out to make room for a cozy nook for a small dog or cat.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by AtomicAttic
This is actually a pretty disappointing product, because every time you look down at the Swatch Caramellissima Watch you’ll likely be tempted to eat the beads—as they look so much like candy necklaces of yore. This grown-up version, while unfortunately not edible, is more than just arm candy—it also tells time.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Swatch
Without a word, prominent graphic designer William Wondriska takes readers on a beautiful journey through the alphabet on a long piece of string. Published in 1963 and re-released in 2010, the profoundly simple graphic tale holds a timeless quality still beloved by most anyone, regardless of age, who lays eyes on its pages.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by William Wondriska
We salute these shorts—for those who may want a reprieve from the serious world of neutral-hued boxer briefs, these provide a loud and proud answer. Full-fitting in full-on patterns, Bamboo Boxers are made in Hawaii, and are “made with Aloha,” an idea that shines through in prints ranging from Kona Burgundy to Waikiki Beach Blue.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Bamboo Boxer Company
No need to salt the rim when your glass is hand-carved from a single piece of pink Himalayan salt! Just add lime and enjoy!
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Tim Love for Sur La Table
Beauty lies in the natural irregularity of Magpie & Rye’s oblong vessel made from foraged, hand-turned black cherry wood and stitched with copper wire. Even standing alone, the rustic piece makes a statement.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Magpie and Rye
There’s something soothing about the idea of telling time by color, which is the stress-relieving promise Colour O’Clock makes. As the seconds, minutes and hours tick by, the minimalist white clock cycles through the color spectrum with an ever-changing dot.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Duncan Shotton Design Studio
Sometimes it’s the slightest hack to the norm that can have a profound effect on your sense of aesthetics. Case in point is Eric Therner’s diamond light, which shifts the common light bulb silhouette ever so slightly to become something simply exquisite.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Eric Therner
World Cup only comes once every four years, but you can the energy alive everyday with a competitive (or friendly) game of foosball. Kartoni’s affordable cardboard table makes it easy—complete with a wooden ball, customizable players, cup holders and a smartphone speaker, this portable table is ready to go anytime and anywhere you want to play.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Kartoni
NYC-based artist Baron von Fancy has a way with words and his latest art edition is no exception. Created for his show “You’re My Drug of Choice,” his cheeky screwdriver marries form with function and is just the tool your home is missing.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Baron Von Fancy
Vietnam-born Danish artist Danh Vō is known for his conceptually driven sculptures. Often incorporating political or historical references, Vo’s work—like this limited edition Baggu tote for Marian Goodman Gallery—speaks to his exploration of the power of symbols through the subtle application of an American flag.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Danh Vo
They’re mundane items sculpted in humble chalk, yet artist Matt Austin’s Junk Drawer collection lends some kind of elegance to the miscellany that piles up around the house. Open tubes of lipstick, dice, screws and classic salt shakers in striking white provide a beautiful version of hodgepodge.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Matt Austin Studio
Created by two transcontinental friends who spent ten years mastering the fine art of printing onto leather, this calfskin luggage tag with wicker pattern perfectly complements your favorite suitcase and will truly make it your own.
Added: July 2014
This product is sold by Nat Boyd