Mason’s Planets Handmade Sidewalk Chalk features each of the nine celestial bodies from our solar system (yes, including Pluto). All of the orbs are composed of multiple layers of color that are revealed through use. The Pennsylvania-based brand that produces them, TWEE, donates $2 from the sale of each set to benefit autism research at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Added: November 2021
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Whether in use or placed about the home, this charming 100% borosilicate cherry fruit pipe makes a statement. Its simple yet delicate design is emblematic of its maker, Flower by Edie Parker, an NYC-based brand founded by Brett Heyman. The whimsical pipe, while endearing on its own, also complements the brand’s banana, grape and orange pipes, so that when they’re placed together, they create the ultimate, high-concept fruit bowl.
Added: November 2021
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Handblown in a range of sophisticated colors, the Hudson Pipe is an elegant way to indulge. The wide-based, disc-shape chamber lets smoke build-up and cool down before it hits your lips. Available in clear, teal, black or lilac borosilicate glass, each one is unique, thanks to its handmade nature.
Added: November 2021
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Represent one of our favorite NYC galleries with this limited edition, black and white T-shirt. Printed locally by Brooklyn-based AINT WET (run by Abe El Makawy and Mikey Saunders), the boxy shirt is intended for all genders and comes in size small to extra-large. Reminiscent of a manhole, the logo appears on the front and back in an eye-catching, clever manner.
Added: November 2021
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Handmade in Yerevan, Armenia, this hideaway for fish is the perfect place for finned friends to explore and retreat. Its organic shape and subtle hues make for an enticing alternative to plastic pet store options, and there are many different sizes (acceptable for most aquariums) and colors available. Made from ceramic and coated in a safe, transparent glaze, it measures approximately three inches tall and just over five inches in diameter.
Added: November 2021
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From Bouqé—a cannabis-centric brand that’s dedicated to elevating the ritual of rolling and smoking—the African Violets Rolling Tray features the flower with the brand’s logo bursting through the blossoms. Indigenous to Tanzania and Kenya, the vibrant purple African Violet symbolizes modesty, devotion and love. It is deeply connected with feminine energy. Spiritually aligned with positivity, the flower presents the perfect motif for an enjoyable smoking session. This tin dish measures five by seven inches.
Added: November 2021
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Made by a family of artisans in Mexico City, the beautiful rehilete candle upholds the region’s traditions and economies through its use of melipona wax. Produced by Mayan “stingless” bees that are found in the Yucatan peninsula, this wax is revered for its durability, vivacious color and healing properties, imbuing it with a rich history for its use in local rituals. In using this resource, not only does the rehilete pay homage to its lineage with detailed and whimsical design, but it also supports the local ecology, as pollinating bees from surrounding jungles are protected and cultivated to balance the effects of production.
Added: November 2021
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Stephanie Cleary and Michelle Toney’s homeware line, Morrow Soft Goods, takes its cues from the planet with nature-inspired designs built to last through all seasons. Their sheet sets, woven with 100% French flax, are no exception. Available in a range of earthy hues like rich terracotta, midnight and airy bone, apricot and many others, these linen sheets transition with the weather to keep sleepers cool in the summer and warm in winter. The versatile collection (which includes a flat and fitted sheet as well as varying pillow cases) comes in small sizes like Twin all the way up to California King. In addition, these items with the brand’s other pillowcases and duvets to make styling future bed designs easy.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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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.
Added: November 2021
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