Gyst Changing Bags

A new outdoorsy bag combining a mat for changing and wet gear storage

For snow, surf or other wet adventures, the new Gyst water-repellent bags make both getting ready and post-activity cleanup a snap. A flap unfolds into a mat, keeping feet clean while you shimmy in and out of wetsuits, boots and the like. When not in use, the mat magnetically reattaches to the main compartment, which securely stores wet stuff. Designed for outdoor use, the durable …

Eva Zeisel at Room & Board

The modernist porcelain maestro teams up with KleinReid for a collection of vases and prints

In 1999, James Klein and David Reid of ceramics design firm KleinReid approached living legend Eva Zeisel about a possible collaboration. The fruits of their labor—limited edition archival prints and vases—now sell from Room & Board. Born in Hungary in 1906, Zeisel’s long career has inspired many artists and fans though the years. For the KleinReid Collection, Zeisel designed two vase trios. The first features …

Teddy Tote Giveaway

A cuddly stuffed bear and carryall sack in one seamless design

While traditionally just a cuddly staple in a child’s life, the teddy bear gets an upgrade with the addition of a built-in tote. Recognizing its comforting effect on kids, the Vermont Teddy Bear Company recently introduced the useful Teddy Tote, giving kids another excuse to bring their beloved bear everywhere. The Teddy Tote looks like a standard stuffed animal but by unzipping its back, a …