Simplified: Advent Calendars
on Nov 20, 2009 in trimmings vessels Etsy DIY gifts 'Twas the month before Christmas and all through the house, anticipation was building as kids counted down the days with treats stashed in numbered drawers, satchels and other creative containers.We love the above photo. It's a homemade garland made...

Sabine Desk Lamp
on Nov 19, 2009 in lighting table lamps Seriously? I'm just in love with this sweet, original iron and glass lamp, even if it's not entirely clear how one replaces the bulb. It's the perfect size for an entry way or bedside table, as well as a desk. @ Haus, $328...

Vehicle Vases by Paige Russell
on Nov 19, 2009 in vessels glass + ceramics gifts handmade The idea of a monster truck exploding with pencils or an unruly bouquet of flowers just made our day. These fantastic vases are designed by Canadian ceramicist Paige Russell and are handmade stoneware with a white satin-matte glaze. Fun, beautiful an...

Hi 2 Lo: Coat Racks
on Nov 18, 2009 in hi2lo organization furniture storage High: Sidse Werner clothes and hat stand @ HiveModern, $1,492 and Twist coat rack @ DWR, $400Low: Comings & Goings coat rack @ UO, $68 and 10 Degree coat rack @ cb2, $50Whether you hang your hat in a luxury loft or a studio apartment, these nifty...

Alphabet of Design Classics
on Nov 17, 2009 in trimmings chairs paper A is for Aalto. M is for Mies. V is for Vitra.The Alphabet of Design Classics poster is a fun way to teach kids - and just about anyone else - about the really important things in life. The poster runs 11x17" (we chopped the image in half for a clear...

Sushi Collection from Edward Van Vliet
on Nov 17, 2009 in sofas chairs furniture We predict -- or hope, anyway -- that Edward Van Vliet's fantastic Sushi Collection will inspire designers to start playing with mismatched fabrics and patterns. The Dutch designer creates graphic, mix-and-match textiles in yummy color palettes, then...

Cut Out & Make Cards by Alice Melvin
on Nov 16, 2009 in gifts paper A friend recently sent us a cut-and-make card very much like this, and it made our day. Perfect when you want say hi + send a tiny present too.@ Alice Melvin, £2.50...

Simplified: Table Top Holiday Trees
on Nov 15, 2009 in trimmings tabletop Simplified Etsy eco-friendly Table top trees are small, portable and can introduce the holiday spirit just about anyplace. They're ideal for dorm rooms, cubicles and tiny apartments. Or, place one anywhere that you'd like to create a Christmas-y vignette. There are mini-trees in...

Cardboard Sculptures by Chris Gilmour
on Nov 15, 2009 in paper handmade eco-friendly British artist Chris Gilmour created these life-size sculptures using only cardboard, glue and a painstaking attention to detail. Check out the spokes and bike chain. We think they're pretty mind-blowing. His website showcases more work, including li...

Tony Duquette Lighting
on Nov 12, 2009 in pendant lamps lighting table lamps Remains Lighting has a lighting collection to celebrate the style of Hollywood artist and designer Tony Duquette. His work for Hollywood and New York’s elite (along with the Duchess of Windsor) was famous for its bold, more-is-more approach.This ch...