Smoking New York

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I love New York (barring Trump Tower) and one of my favourite quirks of the city is the steam pipes that spring up on their roads. Designer Mark Reigelman came up with this clever idea, albeit temporary, to cover them with little buildings with chimneys. Found at Mocoloco

3D Printing For Everyone

I hoped from the moment I heard about 3D printing that it would eventually have the ability to create pieces such as these. I'm am also so impressed by this French company - Initial that has even found a way to print glasses made to measure

I Have a New Opinion of Timourous Beasties

I have to admit to not being a fan of Timourous Beasties designs until recently. The insects in their designs just put me off to be honest. I don't do insects I'm afraid, God knows why I live in the country, but now I am a big fan. Browse through these beautifully upholstered pieces of furniture an see if you agree.

Emma The Kettle

Meet my kettle, she's called Emma. I have long been admiring this stunning design and it even matches my kitchen decor.

Due to the fact that I have an open plan ground floor in my cottage the kettle is always on show. For my last birthday my son and his wife, who incidentally is called Emma, surprised me with this. I had admittedly been banging on about it.

The deign is by Stelton and it's not the only beautiful design they sell.

Desk Accessories With a Difference

Beyond Object's claim that they Make Objects Different From The Norm is true enough. I love that this pen shows that it is not ready for use.

This pen has a stylus tip at the othe end.

A sellotape dispenser that for once looks elegant.

A pen holder that doubles as a paper weight

And how cool is this fruit bowl? All available oline.

Perfect Paper and Plaster Flowers

These beautiful blooms are made from paper and plaster by July Adrichem for Piet Boon at Salone del Mobile Milano 2014. Take a look at July's Etsy page where you can buy her fabulous Second Skin collection of bowls, cups and plates, for display only. Bottom Image.

Simples at Good Hood

I love simple yet useful design. Good Hood based in London is a beautfully curated shop full to the gunnels with superb quality, simple items for the home and for wearing. I am extremely chuffed that they do a black potato peeler. I am so easily pleased. Oh and incidentally the prices are very reasonable.

Something To Do With Those Leftover Logs

If you have any logs leftover after the winter here's something you could do with them. I wish I could paint like this and I would try doing the view from my window on one of mine, to take with me when I sell up. ByAlison Moritsugu. Found at Inhabitat

Pour Yourself Into This Chair

How cool is this chair? It looks as though the seat is pouring over the edge. Love it! Designed by Alexander Nettesheim

When Is a Chair Not a Chair?

When it's an elephant. Love this imaginative kids chair designed by Marc Venot in France.