Anthology Editions

Mycelium Wassonii

$32.00

Illustrator and graphic novelist Brian Blomerth (who wrote 2019’s Brian Blomerth’s Bicycle Day about the discovery of LSD) returns with Mycelium Wassonii, the story of scientist couple R Gordon and Valentina Wasson—the duo credited with introducing the use of psychoactive mushrooms to a wide audience in the United States. The Wassons’ tale takes readers from escaping the Russia during the revolution to honeymooning in the Catskills, working with the CIA and traveling to Mexico in order to study the religious use of mushrooms. The beautiful, playful illustrations will delight readers as much as the story itself.

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Lingua Franca

“in dog we trust” Dog Sweater

$140.00

Sustainably sourced luxury cashmere sweater line Lingua Franca teamed up with women-owned pet care brand Pride + Groom to create an ethically made, cozy dog sweater. Like all of Lingua Franca’s garments, this sweater is hand-embroidered in NYC and available in a multitude of options: over 30 thread colors, four sweater colors (including black, peony, navy or smoke) and in sizes XS to XL. Plus, to really show their love for pups, Lingua Franca is donating 20% of proceeds from this purchase to Animal Haven, a non-profit organization finding homes for abandoned dogs and cats in the Tri-State area.

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TooD

Bioglitter

$26.00

Available in six colors that are named after semi-precious stones—Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye, Citrine, Jasper, Moonstone and Amethyst—and reflect its natural ingredients, TooD’s bioglitter is the world’s only truly biodegradable glitter. While plenty of cosmetic glitter products tout themselves as sustainable, the compostable options are impractical (wearers must scrape it off their face and then go through the several composting steps) and many that claim to be biodegradable are indeed made from plant-based ingredients, but are then covered in plastic—entirely nullifying any environmentally friendly effects. TooD’s bioglitter completely breaks down in freshwater or saltwater, in just 28 days. That means wearers can wash their face as normal, and have no guilt about washing microplastics into rivers and oceans. With a TUV certification from Germany and Austria, TooD’s bioglitter is made from non-toxic, plastic-free, plant cellulose and looks, smells and works much like conventional glitter, but feels slightly softer and lighter. The brand’s eco-friendly packaging is made by a solar-powered manufacturer. Safe for the face or body, bioglitter is intended for playful self-expression and self-celebration.

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BlackBirdGo

Not One Person T-Shirt

$30.00

From cannabis-delivery service BlackBirdGo, the Not One Person T-shirt makes its statement perfectly clear: “No one person should be in prison for cannabis.” The message—along with a black and white photo—is screen-printed on the garment, emphasizing the work that still needs to be done in providing justice to those incarcerated for cannabis-related incidents. To that end, proceeds from this shirt go to the Last Prisoner Project—a non-profit organization that seeks to end wrongful imprisonment for the 40,000 individuals currently incarcerated for cannabis offenses that are now legal in most states.

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Sculpd

Filament Lamp Kit

$95.00

Sculpd’s lamp kit provides rookies and experts alike with the opportunity to create the lamp design of their dreams. Using the comprehensive bundle—two kilos (4.4 pounds) of air-dry clay, bulb with fittings, white paint, varnish, pottery tools, sponge and brushes—the possibilities are endless. The amber spiral filament bulb emits a vintage-inspired glow and is dimmable. The kit also comes with illustrated instructions and there are online tutorials for extra help. Plus, there should be enough clay leftover for a few more creations.

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Clover Hill Wines

Cuvée Exceptionnelle Vintage Rosé 2016

$70.00

Crafted from grapes sourced from Clover Hill’s vineyard in Tasmania’s Pipers River region, the gently sparkling Clover Hill Cuvée Exceptionnelle Vintage Rosé 2016 delivers a finely balanced flavor with notes of raspberry, vanilla and citrus. Extended skin contact of Pinot Noir leads to the wine’s soft blush color. Produced using traditional methods, it is fermented in the bottle and aged for at least three-and-a-half years. Subtle and complex, this wine is a special occasion itself.

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Blue Crow Media

Brutalist Calendar 2022

$24.00

Released by independent publisher Blue Crow Media and printed on heavyweight paper by a family-owned printer, the Brutalist Calendar 2022 celebrates Brutalist architecture from around the world. Made in a limited edition, the calendar’s layout and lettering perfectly match the photographs of these concrete icons. Measuring 340 by 240mm when closed and 340 by 490mm when opened, this calendar includes 12 black and white photographs. Price is in Pounds.

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Valiz

On the Necessity of Gardening: An ABC of Art, Botany and Cultivation

$41.00

Edited by Laurie Cluitmans and published by Valiz, On the Necessity of Gardening explores gardening through social, cultural, political and historical perspectives. Organized as an abecedarium (a written work consisting of the letters of an alphabet, in order) the book traces the ways that gardens—once perceived in medieval times to be sites of paradise—became, by the 18th century, spaces of power and politics. This tale of botany culminates in the Anthropocene, where humans have exploited and decimated a connection with the earth. In seeking to find reconciliation with this era, this collection of essays and artworks radically rethinks our relationship with nature.

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Hotel Elma

Airbrush Napkins

$60.00

Handmade by London-based Hotel Elma, each napkin in this four-piece set is one-of-a-kind, featuring a unique airbrushed design in bright, playful colorways. The 100% cotton napkins are available in four vibrant color combinations—called purple haze, green energy, Paris Texas and toothpaste—that, when put together, make for a rainbow-inspired tablescape.

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W W Norton & Company

Atlas of the Invisible

$40.00

An eye-opening survey of societal patterns told through profound data visualization, Atlas of the Invisible: Maps and Graphics That Will Change How You See the World truly does alter the way readers perceive everything that’s around them. Though the 224-page book—authored by James Cheshire and Oliver Uberti (an acclaimed geographer-designer team) and published by W W Norton & Company—won the Stanfords Award for Printed Mapping and the John C Bartholomew Award for Thematic Mapping, both at the 2021 British Cartographic Society Awards, this is no ordinary atlas as it illuminates global happiness levels, cell tower placement and other secrets in plain sight.

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Janky Jewels

Telephone Necklace

$175.00

Brooklyn-based artist Carol Li blends sculpture, object and costume design into her kitsch yet elegant jewelry line, Janky Jewels. Handmade by Li, the “Telephone” necklace demonstrates her unique ability to form style-defying pieces. It melds the classic beauty of freshwater pearls with the modern edge of a stainless steel chain, unified by a baroque freshwater pearl pendant. As each piece is made to order, Li recommends ordering three weeks out from the preferred delivery date and before 3 December for guaranteed holiday arrivals.

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Fort Makers

Bruno Munari’s ABC

$24.00

Celebrated Italian artist, designer and inventor Bruno Munari made everything from art to espresso machines and toys, and even wrote children’s books—a field that benefited from his graphic designs and interest kinesthetic and tactile learning. He combined whimsy and imagination with objects and animals in his ABC picture book, which was originally published in 1960, but remains as relevant and charming as ever.

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Anna Whitehouse

“Attenborough Binge” Ceramic Bottle

$210.00

A while ago, North Yorkshire, UK-based ceramicist Anna Whitehouse challenged herself to make a new bottle every day for 100 days in a row. The creative exercise pushed her to explore and iterate at a challenging pace and the resulting collection is stunning. Each organic-shaped piece suggests a foreign biology full of whimsy, and many of them are still available for purchase. Shown here is our favorite “Day 14: Attenborough Binge.” Price is in Pounds.

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Claudia Rankin

Pair of Pink and Yellow Bird Candleholders

$550.00

Northumberland, UK-based ceramicist Claudia Rankin’s knack for crafting heartwarming pottery, imbued with fantasy and the wonder of nature, shines through in her pink and yellow bird candleholders. Standing 31cm tall, this handmade ceramic piece holds two candles that spring from lightly twisted branches. With charming birds perched in between, this candleholder makes for an eye-catching, charming object whether in use or on display. Price is in Pounds.

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Esker

Terrazzo Plantable Candle

$85.00

Aiming to produce a zero-waste candle, Austin-based Esker created this multi-purpose iteration. The brand’s Terrazzo Plantable Candle includes a seed paper embedded with herb seeds and a soil pod, so once the candle has been burned, the vessel becomes home to a plant. Before that though, the hand-poured soy wax—with notes of woody palo santo, rose and cedar—promises 65 to 75 hours of burn time.

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Yiayia and Friends

Olive Oil + Oregano Rusks

$8.00

Yiayia and Friends celebrates Greek cuisine in the form of snacks, olive oils and culinary-centered objects. Not only are their treats tasty, the packaging—featuring the namesake yiayia (granny in Greek)—by Beetroot Design is bold, colorful and full of character, making their products great gifts. Made with minimal ingredients, these mini toasts are flavored with Greek extra virgin olive oil, olive pomace oil and oregano.

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Better World Fragrance House

Winter Warmth Candle

$48.00

The limited edition Winter Warmth candle joins the roster of scented offerings from Drake’s home decor passion project, Better World Fragrance House. A comforting and majestic blend of soft musk, balsam, fruit and mint notes, the aromatic item intends to call to mind a walk through city streets during the winter season.

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Actual Source

Reading Techniques Long-Sleeve Shirt

$62.00

This long-sleeve shirt from Actual Source Books—a publisher, bookstore, brand and collective design studio—features an illustration by LA-based artist Chris Lux. Considering their design focus, it’s no surprise their apparel, homeware and accessories are an elevated, playful take on traditional merch. This periwinkle shirt—intended for all genders and available in size small to XXL—has been screen-printed with two colors.

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Vitra Design Museum

Alexander Girard La Fonda Del Sol Coloring Book

$10.00

The late architect, designer and artist Alexander Girard’s playful suns—outlined in this new coloring book, which has been named for the solar motifs within the design of the NYC restaurant La Fonda Del Sol—were a study in visceral composition and expressive detail. In the book, countless iterations of Girard’s famed suns await decorating and coloring from artists of all ages. Price is in euros.

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Wireless Express

Sing-A-Long Karaoke Microphone

$55.00

The Wireless Express Sing-A-Long microphone is covered in pink crystals and features a speaker decked in different LED lights to fully embrace the razzle-dazzle and spectacle of karaoke. Bluetooth-compatible, it works with most karaoke apps and connects to a smartphone, tablet or computer via Android and Apple systems. There’s also an SD card slot to access your personal collection of songs. With volume settings, an echo function and song control buttons on the microphone’s base, this glittery device is the perfect accessory for an extravagant, at-home performance.

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Blue Crow Media

Architecture + Design Maps Set

$162.00

An art deco tour around London, a brutalist exploration of Paris and a dive into the architecture in Tbilisi are just some of the inspiring plans in Blue Crow Media’s set of architecture and design maps. Spanning postmodernism, constructivism, metro design and more, this bundle of 33 maps takes a comprehensive and tasteful approach to urban art, breathing new life into familiar cities and guiding travelers through new ones. Price is in Pounds.

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TOILETPAPER

TOILETPAPER Calendar

$23.00

The 2022 TOILETPAPER calendar offers all the surreal, bold and sultry imagery fans of artist Maurizio Cattelan and photographer Pierpaolo Ferrari’s magazine are accustomed to. This year’s food theme incorporates everything from chicken drumstick microphones to women sitting on fruit tarts—placing this calendar somewhere between ’70s cookbook and kitsch pin-ups. Juicy, glossy and off-kilter, this is a playful way to keep track of your days.

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Senesi Aretini

Gatto Grosso Red Wine

$22.00

Bright and light, Gatto Grosso by Senesi Aretini is an organic Tuscan red that’s a crowd-pleaser whether served chilled or not. The juiciness is balanced by a little earthiness and pepper, making for easy drinking.

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Wacky Wacko

MANEATERS Rolling Papers

$5.00

Cat-themed rolling papers from the kitsch, punk and very playful online brand Wacky Wacko, MANEATERS are just as fun and unique as the shop’s other products. The 40 premium rolling papers in each package are the standard size of one-and-one-fourth inches—not dissimilar to RAW Organic rolling papers. Each is made from unrefined wood pulp that is 100% organic and 100% true hemp.

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Kitazawa Seed Company

Tsukemono Japanese Pickling Seeds Set

$42.00

Tsukemono are preserved vegetables produced through a traditional Japanese process of pickling that inspires balance and connection to each meal. While these vegetables often appear on a small plate as a side to a main course, tsukemono are not an afterthought. Across all varieties, they pack a bounty of spicy, sweet or sour flavors that add depth to every dish. Sold by KonMari, this set of seven (which includes katsura giant pickling melon, kurume long Japanese eggplant, red mustard, cucumber hybrid, kanamachi turnip, tokinashi all-season daikon and aichi Chinese cabbage) from the Kitazawa Seed Company offers a comprehensive taste of this tradition.

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Bubby's

Pancake Mix

$12.00

Since 1990, Bubby’s (located in NYC’s Tribeca neighborhood) has been serving up American comfort food classics like homemade pies, scones and biscuits. One of the restaurant’s best-loved dishes are their pancakes, inspired by a recipe from legendary American chef James Beard. These light, fluffy creations can now be whipped up at home thanks to their pancake mix—which comes with meticulous, but simple, instructions. Thanks to a hefty amount of sour cream in the mixture, the resulting pancakes are subtle but slightly tangy, so they pair perfectly with super-sweet toppings.

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