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mark poulin jewelry

very witty sterling and enamel jewelry from california artist mark poulin. i love his zodiac series!

purchase these pieces at mark’s etsy shop. you can also find select works at uncommon goods. and don’t forget to visit his website too while you’re surfing around.

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one of a kind chicago: 2008 highlights, pt. 3

installment number 3 of 3 of beautiful things available at the 2008 one of a kind show in chicago, continuing through this weekend only…

futuro-organic jewelry by melissa finelli

photography from jessie eisner-kleyle

mixed media work and handpainted floorcloths from faith wilson

handpulled screenprints from hiroshi ariyama

obsessive-in-a-good-way mixed media work from kris jones

jewelry by alison mackey made of resin and photographs

 ceramics you can count on from circa

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vintage scale wall hooks

I love it when you can hang a hook on the wall and even when there is nothing on it you still have something of visual interest up there. These early 20th century scale hooks are a fine example. Since they are cast brass reproductions they aren’t working scales, but I still think they’re pretty cool.

The set of 5 pieces is $69.95 and you can find them at Signals.

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agape steel tub – modern rustic

Q: Why does this Vieques tub that looks like it is straight out of 1870’s Deadwood appeal so much to me? I half expect to see some gold miner dude in it, wearing grimy long johns with a back button flap, trying to scrub himself clean while he smokes a cigar.

A: Well, duh – it’s designed by Patricia Urquiola for agape, and she can do no wrong as I have previously mentioned. Love her style. This beast is made of two toned steel and has an optional teak backrest and shelf, which totally make this piece as I see it.

See it and more ultra modern bathroom design right over here.

via Trendir

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spooky shopping, halloween fun (round up)

I have seen a ton of awesome Halloweeny things in my travels in the computer ranging from funny and clever to slightly off-putting to downright creepy. I think you’re going to like some of them too.

Bone Chillers ice cube tray from Fred and Friends

chocolate bats and peanut butter cats from Dancing Deer Bakery

designy horror over at the Supermarket:

1. sohan the scaredy ghost necklace from Corky Saint Clair
2. Hood Swamp Owl at Night print by ahpeele
3. cleaver pendant from Species by the Thousands

Skullions, Deviled Eggs and Scarrots dishtowels from the Spoon Sisters

limited edition flavors of Jones Soda

 

porcelain skull by Franz Ignaz Günther for the Porzellan Manufaktur Nymphenburg

freaky art from the boundless talent at Thumbtack Press:

1. The Light in the Abandoned Gas Station by Jeremy Enecio
2. Spooky Creeps by Jason Limon
3. Edgar Allen Poe by Tony Bailey
4. 3 Horrids by Gus Fink

 

sassy greetings from someecards

glittery skull votive holders from the Pottery Barn

and finally, some handmade scariness from our friends at Etsy:

1. Spooky Boo Lantern from from MariposaAvenue
2. Happy Jack-O-Lantern soupcan nightlight, also from MariposaAvenue
3. Alone by DistressingDelilah
4. Frankenbot the Mega Scary Robot from Jordan Alexander
5. Knitted Ghost Plush Toy and Grave playset from sayraphim

Must…Stop…Eating… by Shutterbug Cel

Geez, that was more spooktacular than I thought… muhahahaha!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Have a great weekend everybody!

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modern wine rack, vintage roots

Paying homage to the genesis of all wine, Danish designer Jakob Wagner has created a wine rack to resemble the twists and curves of grapevines.  A smart cantilevered style enables the stored bottles to do double duty as stylish sculpture, as they appear to float freely against the wall from a distance. The rack holds six bottles of assorted sizes and is offered in two styles: polished aluminum or synthetic black rubber over fiberglass.

Oh so minimal and stylish.

Find it at Menu.

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sophie gardner jewelry

seattle-based designer sophie gardner dazzles with her richly simple jewelry collection, drawing her influences from ancient and modern civilizations and the beautiful patterned details of life in europe, india, and beyond. she also creates a feeling of drama using our bare skin as a negative space element.

see more from sophie on her website, and find select pieces over at auto.

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alpha coffee table

hey letterpress fans – check out this fun mod alpha coffee table offered at crate and barrel. it was created by a graphic designer in london after an inspiring trip to a paris flea market by the cb buyers. the glass-protected top is carved from a single piece of shesham wood, has raised letters and sits atop a steel base.

 

it’s 36″ square x 17″ high, it’s $899 and it’s available right here.

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