Brooklyn-based artist and designer Piera Bochner’s Romanesco candle is a study in maximalism and eccentricity. Handcrafted by the artist, this beeswax candle is modeled after Romanesco broccoli in custom, spirited colorways. As the candle burns, the wax drips down unconventional paths, forming new color patterns and structures. An investigation into the multiplicity of wax, wick and fire as well as a functional art piece, Bochner’s candle illuminates in more ways than one.
Just as ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, emphasizes observing and appreciating the beauty of nature, Lauren Doughty’s “Ikebana Practice #1” print celebrates the forms and shapes of bouquets through warm yet lively hues. Printed on Hahnemühle Museum Etching paper with a matte finish, this London-based illustrator’s giclée print is packed and signed by the artist and comes in protective cardboard. Price is in Pounds.
Handmade by Toronto-based ceramic artist Julie Moon, this leaf-shaped pipe swirls with abstract patterns and subtle hues. Whether in use or on display, this pipe contributes a touch of whimsy.
Family-owned and operated by Jayna and Justin Roy, Boonies is a metal fabrication studio that applies contemporary design to traditional objects, as is the case with their U Candle Holder. Handcrafted in the US from steel, this piece dazzles as a balanced structure (inspired by macaroni) that features two standard tapers on either end. Finished with either a violet or rose powder coating, makes for a unique, eye-catching object whether in use or not.
This colorful, playful plywood tissue box helps bring a bit of joy to those runny nose or tear-wiping moments—brightening the mood of your bathroom, therapist’s coffee table or bedside. Designed by Dusen Dusen for Areaware, it fits over any standard sized cube-style box of tissues.
Historic clock manufacturer L’Épée 1839 has once again collaborated with experimental time-telling brand MB&F to create the Orb, a transformative, futuristic clock that resembles a high-tech eye. Comprised of four segments that surround the dial, the Orb can be positioned fully closed, fully open or somewhere in between for swivel, hanging or balanced structuring. Behind this cutting-edge design, a L’Épée 1839 hour-striking clock with an eight-day power reserve—inspired by the brand’s classic carriage clocks—displays the hours and minutes with an option to chime the passage of the hour. The Orb is limited to 50 pieces in white and black each. Price is in Swiss Franc.
The balsam fir, woody sage, rock rose and bayberry scents of Apotheke’s Black Cypress candle combine for a rich fragrance that’s ideal for wintery days. Crafted from a soy wax blend that burns for approximately 60 to 70 hours, the candles are made in the US. This particular iteration comes in a white ceramic vessel (contrasting the deep green wax) with a clean design that perfectly suits this crisp, forest-y aroma.
MADRE’s handmade napkins are designed and produced in Portland from linen grown in Belgium and woven in Lithuania. Composed of rich colors, they feature mitered edges in contrasting hues. Available in different sizes and sets of two, four or eight, they work as matching collections, but the colors look glorious mixed up too.
Part storage and part decorative object, the Flip Record Display Shelves from Deep Cut create an illusion that your vinyl albums are floating. Show off your favorite records in these 100% hardwood shelves, which are handcrafted in the brand’s Minnesota workshop. Sturdy but sleek, they need no assembly and are ready to store up to 20 records right out of the box.
Designed by Aruliden, this colorful set of six coasters does more than protect a surface from moisture. The temperature- and scratch-resistant TPU discs can be linked in an array of sculptural combinations, when not in use. They’re a vibrant addition to any kitchen or dining space, whether they’re used for a cocktail party or with a morning coffee.
Wrensilva’s new Club Series features a gorgeous ash-colored exterior, mother of pearl inlays, tweed details and more. Matching mid-century elements with future-forward materials and tech, the luxury hifi object offers various listening options (Sonos, Bluetooth, mobile and aux) but the belt-driven turntable is the jewel. Of course the speakers provide clear, rich sound. Measuring 59 inches in length, this new console celebrates vinyl, classic design and modern technology.
From Luca Antonucci and David Kasprzak’s Colpa—a collaborative art practice, publishing house and curatorial team—comes NY Rave Flyers 1990-1995 Volume 2, a 76-page collection of clever, often colorful vintage imagery. Measuring 5.5 by 8.5 inches, the book acts as a design documentary of rave culture at the time, and the posters within the slender volume often surprise.
Produced for The Heirloom Project—designer Madeline Weinrib’s initiative to honor the 10th anniversary of the Islamic Wing at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and to preserve historic techniques and design principles through partnerships with global artisans—this set of four fine bone china dinner plates invokes a floral motif attributed to late-17th century India. Each plate is made in India by Good Earth, the studio founded by potter Anita Lal, which is also on a quest to preserve traditional craft. Sales of The Heirloom Project items directly benefit The Met.
When artist Judy Chicago was researching and developing her iconic 1974–1979 work, The Dinner Party, which commemorated influential women throughout history, she studied early goddess-worship within various cultures. This large, gloriously curved candle—A Goddess Glow—stands 10 inches tall and promises some 100 hours of burn time. Made in an edition of 1500 by Prospect New York, the goddess will change form through use, but remains a beautiful object even unlit.
Complete with soil, seeds and a tray, the Microgreens Grower kit comprises everything needed to start a mini indoor farm. Simply pour the soil to a one-inch thickness in the tray, sprinkle the microgreen seeds, water them thoroughly with a spray bottle and cover with the lid for the first three days. With watering daily, the seeds will begin to sprout and, after two weeks, should be ready for harvesting.
Decorative yet functional, these mini plant stakes support the growth of cuttings and small plants while adding a touch of whimsy to little gardens. The set of four stakes is made in Poland from recycled aluminum, so they’ll never rust. They also come in different, looping designs—all of which are elegant and charming in either the black or gold color option. Price is in Euros.
