January 25, 2008

Candy Colored Glass Pedestals.

I love using pretty little dishes and bowls on my dresser and in the bathroom to hold jewelry and hair accessories. I’ve been looking for just the right piece for my perfume bottles and think I’ve found it in these candy colored glass pedestals. The cotton candy pink glass pieces come in two sizes – Small is 6.25″ diameter, 2″h and Medium is 8.5″ diameter, 3″h. And if I get tired of having it in the bathroom I can always just relocate it to the kitchen for goodies!

:: via Design*Sponge

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January 25, 2008

First Look: CB2 ’08.

It’s seriously time for CB2 to branch out a wee bit more. I popped into their site recently to see what was new – and of course browse the remnants of holiday decorations – and came across these great pieces. I’m pumped about the Beaker Glasses being so cheap when I’ve seen similar ones elsewhere for much more moola. And stainless steel will get me every time. These snack bowls and shaker are so sleek.

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January 24, 2008

Eco-cook.

Kechenyl Camille’s dining in 2015 entry – eco-cook – is design brilliance.

The artist describes it best saying “In 2015, environment problems from energy will become more and more serious. I believe that everyone’s life will be concerned. Thus kitchenware will be modernise to reduce energy consumption. My eco-cook is an object that helps to save water, energy and time. Everyday, everyone, has to cook pasta, rice or various vegetable. Therefore different pots are needed. In a unique pot, the eco-cook enables to divide 2 or 3 space and to boil different food at the same time. Thereby, water and gas or electricity is saved. Moreover when food is taken out the eco-cook, it will automatically drain out, allowing to win precious time. In 2015 I also believe that most people will always be in a hurry. The eco-cook design permits to help 2015 people that pay close attention to energy and time.”

:: via Boing Boing

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January 23, 2008

Unitea Teaware.

At some point during winter I switch from coffee-guzzler to tea-guzzler. It just feels more therapeutic. And the fact that it has more caffeine tends to help out a girl who shows up and leaves work when it’s still dark out.

The Unitea Teaware at Rare Device is so, so pretty. Unfortunately, the tray isn’t included and all the pieces – including mugs – are sold separately.

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January 22, 2008

Arc Table Lamp.

As if I need any more obsessions I’ve recently developed a pension for table lamps. As in I purchased not one, but two in the course of a few weeks. It would be one thing if I’d been on the lookout for some light sources, or even if I knew specifically where they were going, or had room for them. Nope, I just bought them because I couldn’t say no. One is a an acrylic ball-based lamp that I’ve had my sights set on for awhile and the other a beautiful oversized dark purple glass gourd lamp.

This Arc table lamp is the next on my hit list. I love how the steel arc dangles the white linen shade so elegantly. The best part – in my opinion – is that the top of the shade has a sheath of linen over it to help diffuse light. Oh wait, I changed my mind – the best part is that it’s actually affordable!

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January 18, 2008

Tablo Tray and Teak Stand.

The Tablo tray and stand are a beautiful example of form and function. I love bringing varied heights to the table for serving – especially during parties – because it really mixes things up visually. And best of all the stands are available in two different heights to do just that.

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January 18, 2008

In the Kitchen with Anthropologie.

Anthropologie is tops in my book for more reasons than I can name, but my favorites always tend to be in their kitchenwares. I’ve mentioned before how if I had all the kitchen gadgets, dinnerware, etc that I was lusting after I’d need a room the size of an entire house. I’ve already got more than enough, but keep finding more! Here are just a few new pieces that I’m after from the Big A.

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January 17, 2008

FUSION Table and Chairs.

I once swore that I would never again purchase a piece of furniture that required assembly. Then I saw the FUSION table and chairs set and all that went out the window. I am obsessed with these pieces and the space-saving quality of the chairs neatly tucking under the table. It’s the perfect mix of retro and modern design. Now I only need to find a good reason to get rid of my perfectly functional current table and chairs!

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January 16, 2008

Bijoux Cake Stands.

Glazed always does it for me. Glazed donuts? Awesome. Glazed kitchenwares? Equally incredible. These Bijoux cake stands from Clara French Ceramiques look like someone dumped easter egg dye over them and then decided to just let it go.

:: via The Style Files

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