Countryside and Suburbia in a Bag

Continuing their '... in a bag' series, Muji released Suburbia in a Bag (left) and Countryside in a Bag (right). Perfect for creating your own kid version of low density urban sprawl and constructed nature. Future urban planners rejoice!

Mash Studios

I love the clean lines and sliding panels for this wall mounted sideboard, designed by Mash Studios.

Banquet Chair by Estudio Campana

Fernando and Humberto Campana created The Banquet Chair (left) and Alligator Chair (right) as built-to-order pieces. I would love to use these for a kid's room.

Flavour Design

Thought this was sort of clever, though it feels wasteful if these weren't discarded bathtubs...At any rate, the Savon by Flavour Design is an antique clawfoot cast iron bathtub that has been converted into a loveseat. The vase to the right was made from fallen wood. I think it's beautiful, but can't tell if it has been coated with something to keep the wood from rotting or to keep water from seeping through the wood?

Mia Cullin

I really like the trend towards faceted/3-D curtains these days. It's a nice variation on print and pattern. Mia Cullin made this beautiful Flake and Flower curtain/partition out of Tyvek.

Via Pan-Dan.

Alvin Technical Drawing

Alvin Co., one of the most old school technical drawing companies in the land, has its base of operations in good old Connecticut. I had a nice old compass kit in school and the most important piece I used was the divider. They were indispensable for building well-crafted models. Unfortunately they don't get much use now, but they were a lifesaver back then.

ID 360

The "Symbol" is an interesting, multi-functional piece of furniture by ID 360 that functions as a chair, a bench, a side table...It's sort of funny looking with all of its arms but I love that it does lots of things at once.

Jason Thielke

I just bought a copy of this print by Jason Thielke. There is something very architectural about the way he draws - his illustrations are more like technical drawings of an urban landscape.

EDIT: This print is available online through OKOK Gallery.

Fontana Hunziker

I don't remember where I first saw this, so I apologize for not giving proper credit where it is due...This is a clever, DIY project by Fontana Hunziker for your next party. Make a mold with two bowls, fill it up with water, stick it in the freezer and voila! Pretty ice bowl!

Elizabeth Scott

Hello! Pretty jewelry from Elizabeth Scott. I like all of the organic shapes.

Judsons Guerilla Painter Box

Guerilla Painter Box by Judsons is a very cool self-contained outdoor painting box that can be kitted out with all the bells and whistles you need.

Illu Stration

It seems like felt is becoming the material of choice these days. Mary-Ann Williams of Illu Stration specializes in felt objects (hats, rugs, jewelry, etc). I really like the pendant light - it's so soft (literally and visually).

Loyal Loot

Beautiful nesting tables from Loyal Loot. The tables in the Bonnie and Clyde series are made of cold-formed mahogany plywood.

Lettus Bee Vinyl Figure - Andy Jenkins

In my great love for all things Wrench Pilot by Girl Skateboards artdumper Andy Jenkins a.k.a. Mel Bend, I present to you the Lettus Bee Vinyl Figure. Limited to 500 worldwide, so scoop it up quick.

Edouard Larmaraud

I like this ring. I might have had to kill Sean if I was given this as my engagement ring, but I think it's very clever. Designed by Edouard Larmaraud and called the Trompe L'Oeil Ring, it comes with a tiny diamond and a crystal magnifying glass.

I also like this lamp by Edouard. When it's off, it folds up and sits neatly on your desk, and when you open and reposition it, the lamp lights up. Nice!

Julienne Dolphin-Wilding

Julienne Dolphin-Wilding works with recycled wood. She makes furniture, but what I find most interesting are these art puzzles, where she has taken a slice of discarded wood and cut it into a jigsaw puzzle. There is something beautiful about the natural, organic shape of the wood juxtaposed with the rigidity of the puzzle pieces.

Via Bientot Demain.

Luau Light by Vessel

Vessel makes the portable/rechargeable Candela lights that you may have seen in a lot of stores in the past two years. They recently released the Luau light which builds on the idea by adding size and dimming to the fixture, making it all the more useful.

Mary Burr Studio

Check out this beautiful hand-carved and hand-pulled linocut print by Mary Burr. I love the graphic flowers, and at $15, it's a pretty good deal!

Camp Apparel

Very cool bags from Camp Apparel. The bags are made of silk-screened ultrasuede fabric. I love the colors and the fun designs. Thanks to Tori at Camp Apparel for emailing us with her new designs.

Kirin & Co

I have to say, I am really smitten with these textiles by Lara of Kirin & Co. I love the patterns, especially the one she calls "Riverstones". It makes me think of fish bubbles or something. I don't know. I like fish and bubbles! These two designs are available on her Etsy store. Anyway, beautiful new work, and she has other lovely textile patterns that haven't been produced yet, which you can check out here.

Simpsons Duff Beer Can & Playing Cards

Mmmmm...beer. Those sage and immortal words from none other than Homer J. Simpson. This pack of Simpsons playing cards comes in a Duff beer can! Perfect for card night.

Matthias Pliessnig

I guess Sean and I were thinking about similar things! I love these furniture pieces by Matthias Pliessnig. What I like most about the pieces (besides their very pleasing shapes) is how skeletal they are. I love that you can see the structure behind each piece.

Via Electro^Plankton.

Body Raft Chaise by David Trubridge

Capellini manufactures the Body Raft Rocking Chaise, designed by David Trubridge. The chaise gets its inspiration from naval architecture and its construction method is similar to that of a wood frame boat. I love that it melds the warmth of wood with the slender forms of a boat.

Smack of Jellyfish

I came across these cards on Smack of Jellyfish's Etsy shop. Some of the classifications jog bits of long lost information from childhood, but some of the names really surprised me! A business of ferrets? A smack of jellyfish? What scientist came up with these? The idea was initially conceived for a children's book, but you can find prints and cards of each item on Etsy.

Bing Bang

I love the jewelry at Bing Bang. Hotness.

Sanford Design Ebony and Pilot Croquis Pencils

Everyone who does a lot of sketching has certain preferences for which drawing utensil they use. Every utensil makes a certain kind of mark, and every type of sketch requires a different type of line. From broad gestural lines to precise detail lines, the utensil you choose to use dictates in some manner the ideas explored and revealed in the individual sketch.

The Sanford Design Ebony Pencil (top) is a great untipped soft lead wood barrel pencil that is great for sketching. The Pilot Croquis Leadholder (below) is an interesting version of an advancing lead holder without a chuck. Instead it uses a rotating barrel to push the lead out.

Lebbeus Woods - Radical Reconstruction

Radical Reconstruction by Lebbeus Woods, is one of my favorite books. The projects contained in the book are so rich and dense with detail that I never tire of flipping through them. Even though the book was originally published 10 years ago, I think it's still relevant today. Better than the incredibly pervasive blobitecture of the last 5 years. There is a new paperback version recently republished, definitely worth buying if you don't have it already.

Matt Cipov

I just bought this set of Field Studies prints by Matt Cipov. At only $6, they're totally a steal! Matt's Etsy store is full of great prints and original art pieces. Definitely worth checking out. His work reminds me of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics.

Unto This Last

Sexy shapes from Unto This Last. All of the furniture is produced with a computer-controlled machine, and can be somewhat customized. Their work reminds me a little of Ryan Frank's.

Via Style Files.

Nike Dunkesto

Dunkesto = Dunk + Presto. The old Presto is one of my favorite shoes ever. Supremely comfortable and just experimental enough without being too weird, the Presto is the greatest summer sneaker I know. The Dunk is growing on me. Sorta. But put them together and the result is pretty nice. I love the plastic wings and the presto P detail on the tongue. Check them out at the Nike Store.

Supreme 2007 Camp Hat

I am usually wary of the new 'streetwear' out there like BAPE, Ice Cream, etc. But Supreme has been doing it longer than anyone. And they've been doing hats for as long as they've been around. Usually simple and showcasing their Barbara Kruger-esque logo. I really like the gradient of the polka dots on the Spring 2007 Two Tone Camp Hat.

Muunto

Came across this shelving system by Muunto on Style Files, and I think it's fantastic! I love the organized chaos, and how each drawer/shelf/cubby has an obvious function. The system is super flexible, and you can add and remove storage types as you need. Unfortunately, the system isn't available in the States, but for any readers out in Finland - I'm jealous!

Miwa Koizumi

Miwa Koizumi made these jelly fish sculptures from water bottles she found in the trash. Poetic! The sculptures are beautiful and ethereal.

Via YBPD.

Stuntwood - The Birth, Life and Death of a Skateboard

Fishegg Films recently released Stuntwood - The Birth, Life and Death of a Skateboard. If the trailer is any indication of the documentary, it looks like a great diversion from regular skate videos. It's always interesting to see the stories associated with skateboarding. I liked ON Video because they always had the side articles that explained the history of things like the Carlsbad High gap, etc.

Anyways, check out the trailer and learn something about skating and how that chunk of maple gets under your feet.

Gravis - Trump and Celia

Gravis has a few gems in their new spring 2007 stuff. The Trump wallet has some slick embossed leather pattern going on. And the Celia handbag has a squiggly jellyfish pattern and some fun spring-y colors.

Alarm Clocks

I'm not one to care much about alarm clocks, but since most normal people need one, I thought I would post a few of the cool clocks that I've come across recently. Check out these...CB2 has the Classique Alarm Clock (left). I like the simple body and petite size. The World Time Clock (middle) by
Charlotte van der Waals allows you to tell what time it is in twelve different cities, just by rolling the clock on to one of its 12 sides. The iPod Alarm Clock by Ignition will wake you up to the sounds of your iPod library. I like that it looks like a retro alarm clock, but is so much better.

Endo Magnet Clip

Thanks to Scott for emailing us about his new product, the Endo Magnet Clip, which is a seriously heavy duty magnet clip! As you can see from the photos, it can hold a lot - supposedly up to 1 lb. I like the Apple-esque aesthetic.

Arc'Teryx Arro 22 vs. Patagonia Lightweight Travel Pack

I love backpacks. There are a million types out there and they all have their own particular uses. I have 6 backpacks/shoulder bags that I use for different things. But what it typically comes down to is weight. Take these two packs for example. The Arc'Teryx Arro 22 (left) is one of my favorites, except that the pack weight by itself is already 1110 grams and has a volume of 1,350 cubic inches. Meanwhile, the Patagonia Lightweight Travel Pack weighs in at 284 grams and has a volume of 1,200 cubic inches. So picking the pack depends on what your outing at hand is and how much rough and tumble you plan on getting into. The Arro feels completely Jack Bauer bomb-proof and the Patagonia pack could probably be flown as a kite. But to carry around 5 times the weight in the pack alone is a big compromise. I say go lighter, your shoulders, neck and feet will thank you.

Salomon Snowboards Artwork Contest 2007

It's about that time again - time for the Salomon Snowboards Artwork Contest 2007. They select a few artists from the contest to release their submitted graphics as a production board the following year. The contest is free to enter and artwork is accepted until April 10th. Go make some stuff!