Beat Box: A Drum Machine Obsession

$55.00

Electronic music fans rejoice. Record producer and digital music pioneer Joe Mansfield puts his museum-like collection of drum machines on display in this 200-page coffee table tome, created in collaboration with photographer Gary Land. More than just a collection, Mansfield has used every machine on display and the book tells the story of both his prolific career and the evolution of electronic music through his equipment.

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DraMaten Stockholm Shopping Trolley

$99.00

Let’s face it, urban living often requires a trolley. For those who have shied away from toting a pair of wheels on city sidewalks, we give you the DraMaten Stockholm Shopping Trolley, a stylish and mobile caboose that will provide some much needed relief to your aching shoulders. This little buggy folds up easy for compact storage—extremely necessary considering you’ll need that extra space for all the great new stuff you can now bring home with you.

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Added: November 2013

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Barstow Candle

$60.00

Scented candles often call to mind potpourri and frilly sweet scents, but the Barstow candle is a bit rough around the edges, in the best way possible. Light up this American-made candle and enjoy an oaky, mesquite scent inspired by motorcycle journeys through the desert. Once the candle has flickered its last flame, enjoy the reusable enamelware container made by one of the oldest producers in the US.

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Painted Bowling Set

$80.00

Kids will be endlessly entertained by this beautiful painted bowling set from Landscape Products, which works as well in the yard as it does in the living room. Crafted from unfinished elm with pops of paint on each pin, this gorgeous set comes with a softly jingling rattan ball, and it stores in a handy burlap bag for a pared down take on a timeless activity.

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Douk-Douk Knife

$32.00

The douk-douk was originally created in 1929 by Gaspard Cognet for sales to France’s Oceanic colonies. A knife originally intended as a utilitarian pocketknife for the common worker quickly gained a massive following among the French Foreign Legion. Constructed like a slipjoint knife, which has a loaded backspring rather than a locking mechanism, and engraved with a representation of the “douk-douk”—a Melanesian spirit meant to bring good luck to the knife-bearer—this rich piece of history will fit easily into your pocket for ultimate indispensability.

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This product is sold by Best Made Co.

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Intrepid Space Shuttle

$6.00

This is indeed a pocket-sized rocket. It is in fact, the supremely miniature In Air Space Shuttle, just a micro-version of the original orbiter. Die-cast with no assembly required, this fascinating replica of arguably man’s greatest technological feat is ready for takeoff this holiday season.

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Cactus Coat Stand

$7,540.00

The original Cactus coat stand was designed by Guido Drocco and Franco Mello for legendary Italian furniture manufacturer Gufram. An iconic object born out of rebellion to the austere modernism of the 1960s, the playful sculpture holds as much relevance today as it did then. This version is number 738 from a limited edition of 2,000 released in 1986, and will make a supremely noteworthy addition to any design lover’s collection.

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konfuziLUX

$87.00

The KonfuziLUX oil lamp turns your typical illuminator on its head—literally. A classic light bulb is reborn as an oil-burning lamp, complete with an aluminum stand. This conceptual object challenges notions of sustainability and modern electricity, as our go-to light source becomes an object of beauty, reusable in its newfangled yet primitive reconstruction.

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This product is sold by LuxLIGHT

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Hibiscus Mask

$22.00

S.W. Basics, known for making natural skincare products using five pure ingredients or less, comes out with a new limited-edition mask for the winter season. Made from only hibiscus, French green clay and organic lavender, the mask is an exfoliating treat for your face. Simply mix with water, yogurt or honey to activate.

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Silhouette CAMEO

$300.00

Say goodbye to the Exacto knife and hello to the Cameo. This electronic cutting machine plugs into your computer just like a printer, and cuts cardstock, vinyl and fabric into any shape you tell it too—endless creative possibilities for a relatively low cost. Your crafting corner will never be the same.

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Added: November 2013

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This product is sold by Silhouette Studio

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Tea Towels

$40.00

Bringing art and style into the everyday doesn’t have to be out of reach or precious. Australian company Third Drawer Down makes limited edition dish towels, aprons, napkins and runners using silkscreens and embroidery which turn works of art into a functional, everyday item.

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Izola Flasks

$24.00

Izola provides a good flask for every type of sipper. Constructed from the most durable of stainless steel, available in 5-ounce or 3-ounce sizes depending on one’s tolerance, these classy vessels are available inscribed with a number of different cheers-worthy expressions—”to hell with work” for instance. The pleasing circular shape of these containers is quite aerodynamic, easily moving from your pocket, to your mouth, and back again, and again and again.

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Added: November 2013

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Reflective Dog Collars

$32.00

As if your adorable doggy didn’t already get enough attention! Your strapping pup is a highly visible vision in these ultra-reflective collars from Boett USA. Available in a range of sizes and highlighter-bright hues, these loudest of canine accessories are great for city streets, hunting season, or any environment where you want to make your pooch more easily detected.

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Added: November 2013

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This product is sold by Boett

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AC1 Loudspeaker system

$88,000.00

As new technology shrinks in scale by the day, isn’t it refreshing to know that OMA’s AC1 Loudspeaker system is taking a different approach, and paying tribute not only to the quality acoustics of the original loudspeaker, but also the inherent beauty of the towering object itself? This monumental speaker is hand-built from solid Pennsylvania hardwood and engineered for sound quality that cannot be matched, recalling an era of authenticity and integrity.

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Daisey Camo Zippo

$50.00

Badass menswear nerds will earn some serious style-cred with this Mark McNairy Daisy Camo lighter. A flame starter so far beyond your basic Bic, this classic Zippo is covered with the designer’s signature daisy camo print, which brings to mind an era of flower power and peaceful resistance. It’s as powerful on its own as it is paired with McNairy’s signature duds.

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CC Rider bracelet

$295.00

While it would be hard to go wrong with any of Jill Platner’s divine accessories, the wearability and simple beauty of her CC Rider bracelet make it a sure winner. Named after Jill’s favorite song by Elvis, the CC Rider is available as a wrap or single bracelet crafted from rawhide, comes in five stunning hues and is finished with a sterling silver toggle clasp, blending just the right amount of rugged durability and streamlined femininity.

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Hasselblad Stellar Camera

$1,995.00

During the heart of World War II, Victor Hasselblad was commissioned by the Swedish Air Force to construct a camera that rivaled one recovered from a German spy plane shot down over Sweden. The quality inherent in Hasselblad’s original design lives on today in The Stellar, an elegant compact camera that packs a big punch with its advanced technology, Carl Zeiss lens and portable size.

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Dinosaur iPhone Stand

$15.00

Add a prehistoric touch to modern technology with a dinosaur smartphone dock. The re-conceived toy figures use the Jurassic reptile’s hefty tail for stability, which is attached to a suction cup that temporarily adheres to your device. The hand-painted docks come in a variety of bright colors and you can also request your favorite hue.

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This product is sold by BloominHappy1

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Ben Medansky Ceramics

$40.00

Ben Medansky creates ceramic objects with an awareness of their eternal place in the greater context of time. Drawing inspiration from his current surroundings, as well as paying homage to architectural forms of the past, Medansky hand crafts bowls, lanterns and peace pipes, all designed to become loved additions to your daily rituals and cultural relics for millenniums to come.

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Dixonary

$39.00

Tom Dixon’s Dixonary explores the origins of the accomplished furniture designer’s inspiration. Juxtaposing photos and renderings of his illustrious designs with the images, anecdotes and musings that sparked each original idea, Dixonary reminds us that strokes of genius may come from the most unpredictable of places, from the shape of a hand grenade to a doodle on bar napkin.

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Twigs & Berries Wrapping Paper

$3.00

We know what you’re thinking: With so many amazing gifts on order from the CH Gift Guide, what wrapping paper could possibly live up to the absolute brilliance of your present array? This splendid Twigs and Berries paper from illustrator Colourbox is as environmentally friendly as it is delightful, and will certainly do the trick.

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Added: November 2013

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Videre Pop-Up Pinhole Camera

$56.00

From UK creative Kelly Angood, Videre is a flat-packed, DIY camera kit which visually mimics classic twin-lens reflex cameras. Made in England, the medium-format pinhole camera is screen printed by hand and individually die-cut, and shipped flat-packed for you to easily assemble.

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Added: November 2013

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My Travels World Map

$50.00

Help mini globetrotters keep a physical record of their childhood travel with this My Travels World Map from Children Inspire Design. Kids gain a global perspective, as they use stickers to document their trips and plot future journeys. A fun activity that doubles as a record of family adventures for years to come—and the promise of a gold sticker upon return might make that 14 hour flight home just a tad more bearable.

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Michoucas Design Stationary

$5.00

Carole Birou founded Michoucas Design with a mission to make beautiful and high-quality stationery with a commitment to local production and sustainability. Her unique cards showcase a variety of subjects in a minimalist style, and are handmade in Bordeaux, reminding us that there is much more than just fine wine coming out of the region.

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miCoach Smart Run Watch

$400.00

For the detail and data-focused athlete, this watch has it all. Where other fitness trackers fall short, the miCoach from Adidas soars measuring heart rate without a strap and a touch screen with coaching prompts New Years Resolutions have never been easier to keep up.

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Rapha Retreat: Le Géant de Provence

$3,370.00

Give the gift of experience with this cycling journey through the mountains of the South of France complete with gourmet food, technical support and a massage at the end of a long day on the bike. When you’ve had enough of turning the pedals, there are plenty of cultural activities and immersions to unwind with. Let the expert crew at Rapha do all of the logistical work for you, you’ve got hills to climb.

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