When done right, beef jerky is a lean, healthy snack packed with protein and Omega 3 fatty acids. Fleishers’ Jerky Crafting Kit provides all the necessary tools—including two non-stick drying screens, two spice blends, a cork over door stopper and an instruction pamphlet—to make it at home, so you know exactly what ingredients are going into the tasty, beefy treat.
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Choosing from their already carefully selected denims, 3×1 utilizes their absolute favorites for the Tote 1 bag. Made in the USA, the patchwork bag remains sleek and current, rather than slipping into the too crafty realm and—since it’s denim—goes with just about everything.
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A collaboration between Melbourne-based label Per—Tim, artist Eloise Rapp and the Domestic Violence Resource Centre of Victoria, these palmistry print pillowcases are more than just cute decor. Designed, printed and manufactured in Melbourne, they are super-comfy (half cotton and half polyester) and with all profits donated to the Domestic Violence Resource Centre of Victoria, it’s more than just you who will sleep better.
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Centered around the simple concept of “make happy,” Buddy crafts effortless products for everyday use—and their Ear Tote Backpack is a prime example. It’s as basic as a backpack can get, yet there’s something about the Ear Tote’s design that elevates it to the next level—whether that be its slate grey hue, velour suede bottom paneling or Togichi vegetable-tanned leather detailing. The Japan-made bag’s unique stout shape and top tote handles add extra portability.
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Pizza Towels only makes a single product. For those who always want to be with their beloved favorite dish and who want to make a statement (and maybe a few new friends) at the beach, this gigantic pepperoni towel—served fresh from Australia—is a loud, proud and round way to show your devotion to the almighty pie.
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The Hill-Side’s Lightweight Indigo Sashiko wallet is simple, but nuanced. Made with a Japan-sourced 100% cotton outer and supple Italian cowhide leather interior, it’s a high-quality billfold that’s sure to last. The lightweight indigo sashiko fabric is sophisticated and lush, so even when you’re spending your hard-earned money, you can enjoy it.
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The same PAX premium vaporizer that you’ve come to know and trust now comes in a flashy and fun silver colorway. The ultimate compact vaporizer, PAX offers clean vapor and (because it doesn’t heat to combustion) there’s no smoke—therefore no second-hand smoke for your fellow humans to deal with. The already sound design has been jazzed up with this metallic hue, but the brushed texture means it avoids becoming too gaudy.
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Madrid-based photographer Kristina Fender seeks out motion, and her particular interest is capturing those zooming by on motorbikes. Her black-and-white “Nico the Kid” is exemplary of her talent for preserving the animated energy of bikers and their rides—and in this particularly photograph, the tension between the viewer and subject holding the slingshot raises goosebumps.
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Gestalten’s stunning hardcover tome “Living Under The Sun: Tropical Interiors and Architecture” showcases beautifully designed and decorated houses that happen to be located in the middle of tropical wonderlands. Homes in Vietnam, India, Brazil and everywhere in between have been photographed, and, like their surroundings, the designs are varied—with everything from beach shacks to mid-century modern mansions and brutalist-style concrete structures featured.
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Named for its love of all things indigo, Blue Blue Japan excels at designing simple, quality garments that have been enriched by the deep, dark hue. Their Twill Stand Collar shirt features mother of pearl buttons, a band collar and is a slim fit made from lightweight 100% cotton twill that’s been dyed to a super-inky shade.
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Portland-based Bogs got their start making heavy duty boots made for the farm and agriculture industry, but their casual line also packs a punch. This seemingly benign Chelsea boot, for example, is made from 100% waterproof leather, fights odors with DuraFresh bio-technology, keeps sweat at bay for dry, happy feet even in the most curse-worthy bad weather (not to mention, they’re office=appropriate). Even the outsoles have been carefully considered for maximum comfort: it requires no breaking in at all and steps are a breeze upon the first wear.
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Taiwan-based design studio, Ystudio, builds minimalistic pens and pencils from sturdy metals like copper and brass. Their Brassing Series ballpoint pen is coated with a black paint that wears down with use, eventually revealing an underlying luster in a patina that’s unique to each writer. Purposely scraping it off can even add instant personalization. It’s a beautiful and clever process that’ll make you want to swear off keyboards forever.
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Exploring the development of structures from early igloos to 3D-printing today, author David Jenkins has created an informative, visually stunning work on how and why we build things. While the narrative was crafted to appeal to younger minds, the topics of environmental awareness and sustainability, as well as artist Adrian Buckley’s illustrations certainly resonate with children of all ages.
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Very few compact umbrellas have the wind-fighting power of Blunt’s XS Metro. Its tension canopy can easily handle heavy downpours and brutal gusts of wind. And now, the trusty device has been released with a Cole Haan ZerøGrand design nod, making it even easier on the eyes.
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NYC’s Yes Stitch Yes (aka Lauren Singleton) presents yet another fiery and floral embroidered piece. This small but mighty four-inch hoop is covered in pink- and purple-hued flowers, and emblazoned with the message “Not Yours Never Was” inside two love-hearts. Made by hand, this is decor for those who want to kill with kindness.
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Sticking to their socially-conscious ethos, Apolis teamed up with Atelier Ace—the creative agency behind Ace Hotel—to create this lightweight organic indigo scarf. Each 100% cotton scarf is hand-loomed by an artisan cooperative of women in Ethiopia, providing workers with sustainable employment and fair wages. Whether summer or winter, it’s an accessory that will have you looking (and feeling) good.
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With Light’s googly-eyed, multi-lensed camera—the L16—quantity and quality exist simultaneously. When taking a photo, the camera’s whopping 16 different lenses fire a once, piecing together a massive 52-megapixel image, and it’s all controlled through a user-friendly operating system and touchscreen. The first-of-its-kind camera is now available for pre-order, with plans to deliver during the summer of 2016.
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Pay homage to your favorite black and Chicana feminist activists and queer theorists—Audre Lorde, Gloria E Anzaldúa, Angela Y Davis and bell hooks—by proudly wearing Thugz Maison’s “Goddess” T-Shirt. Made from 100% cotton, the top is screen-printed by hand and is a bold way to promote intersectionality. Available from small to XXXL, this T-shirt is for all genders and sizes.
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Sri Threads is one of NYC’s hidden gems: a boutique collection of rare Japanese and Indian textiles inside an apartment building in Brooklyn’s Greenpoint neighborhood. This boro kimono dates back to the mid to late 19th century, woven in a pattern resembling a basket weave. The beauty of this vintage piece, however, comes from the loving way it’s been patched and mended over time. A true one-of-a-kind piece that has a mysterious history.
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To inspire all your future road trips, Vancouver-based brand Explorer’s Press offers their sweet “Headed Somewhere” keychain. Attach the 2.5″ gold-stamped plastic piece to your keys and make every time you lock up your house the beginning of an adventure.
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Including 129 full-color photographs by fine artist Catherine Opie, “700 Nimes Road” is a thoughtful, yet poignant exploration of Elizabeth Taylor’s home (her “private sanctuary”) and possessions at her Bel Air, Los Angeles address. While the concept—photographing a celebrity’s belongings—might seem voyeuristic at first, Opie approaches creating an intimate portrait of the Hollywood icon in a tender way.
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Tic Tac Toe has never been as classy—or adult—as with this Jonathan Adler iteration. Sculpted by Adler and his team in NYC’s SoHo neighborhood, this set is made from marble and brass; with the pieces hand-polished to achieve a flashy sheen. The brass will acquire a worn look with use, but the pieces can be buffed back to their original shine if desired.
Made from cotton jersey that’s sustainably grown in California’s Central Valley, Olderbrother’s classic OB T-shirt is designed in Portland and cut, sewn and dyed in LA. Each T-shirt is a little different—due to the dyeing process—but each boasts that glorious calming tone that indigo enthusiasts love. Available in XXS to XL for all genders and sizes.
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TKWith a view in mind to maximize surface area and channel scent perfectly, Denver & Liely’s hand-blown whisky glass makes the spirit within all the more rich. Its distinct shape also makes for a comfortable, sophisticated grip. And while it does wonders on whisky, it’s an ideal design for all tipples.
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While very few will ever own an original Lichtenstein, this metal pocket mirror is based on the artist’s 1970 work “Mirror #10.” The double sided, snap closure mirror offers 1X and 2X magnification for functionality. But it’s the reference to the artist’s circular works from 1969 and 1972 that makes it something special.
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Superfight has taken the age old debate of “who would win in a fight?” and translated it into card-game form. Similar to Cards Against Humanity, players must build the most outrageous fighter from their hand (for example a pirate swinging a shark on a chain while riding a segway) and submit them to battle. It’s then up to everyone to hilariously argue over who would actually win the fight. The Superfight Classic Bundle comes with a core deck and five expansion packs for never-ending fun.
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