Links: shopping

Filing away for when I need a gift for someone that enjoys fun (and for the next visit to Brooklyn). Billed as curiosity shop and magic theatre, I could browse through all the game boards and cards for hours. Shop local, even from afar I say.

Stumbled back to the superfun shop of Dori through 13 Animals Made From 13 Circles (inspired by the og Twitter bird). Through a link seen on HybridLogic

I played pickleball once and thought I might die. That isn't stopping me from admiring this set of balls by Nettie — another nice bit of type peeping from Fonts In Use and something to add to my unneeded list.

Bookmarking this mail order company because my partner just ordered some items and they're quite well made. In the event I need such garb or armor, I know where to go. (Also, adding medieval to the list of words I cannot spell on first go.)

A pair of Risograph prints by Scott Boms

CNC'd from a solid block of aluminum, this is one striking (and pricey) number, but it I mean, LOOK AT IT!

I quite dig the spin Adam J. Kurtz has folded into this calendar. Instead of motivational cats or whatever, this one has twelve prompts to fill in your own hopes and notions for the year.

I was going to add this bluetooth lantern speaker to my Things I do not need page, but I cannot as it is a thing I would probably love. When I come across something like this I realize the joy can be from giving it to someone else...

Oh goodness. These stamps by Greg Breeding are delightful snippets of type, design and vibe. More about the set in this video. Extra bonus? They made a set of pins to boot. (thanks Grace!)

Went down a rabbit hole and was reminded of Jen Stark's work (random old journal entry). Whenever I visit (or revisit) a site, if there's a shop button? I am going to click it. There are lots more goodies in her shop. I'm also eyeing that bucket hat and I am not a bucket hat person. Yet.

When I saw their video of this vinyl packaging complete with fold-out living room and cat figure that can fit on top the record when it was playing, I let out a little gasp of delight.

I've had the same cheap plates for 15 years — many have broken, the remaining are chipped. I'm always on the lookout for what might be next. Not sure I can rock orange and green dishes, but gosh these numbers from East Fork Pottery sure are pretty.

It is probably for the best that this keyboard is not compatible with macOS, otherwise I would have another keyboard. Oh just to that just that little red power light though! / via Waxy

New French type foundry has some unique products outside of tees. I do not smoke but this Nocturne G ashtray is fantastic and I am very tempted. / via Brand New

If I was in Switzerland I would run to the store and pick up a few of these goods that feature pictograms by Josef Müller-Brockmann for SBB / via UnderConsideration

I think I first learned of Nik Bentel on Colossal. But it was this feature of the brand refresh on Under Consideration that brought me back to the site. I do love some Optima. And this wallet makes me smile. The name alone!

Dig this annual clock that takes an entire year to complete as a way to connect more emotionally with time. The gradient version represents seasons. There are other versions for a single day and moon cycles.

I spent a few minutes trying to find a place that sells this board game with adorable cat pieces stateside to no avail. Saving for later to explore in the future.

This wrapping paper elicits a grin as does the steak version especially when put in a styrofoam container with added Saran Wrap.

I very much want a fence to display some of these signs. Dig the cosmic message and all are welcome versions a lot.

“There’s no better way to make the trek from the kitchen to the table with a delicious assortment of snacks...” This handmade board and cutlery shuttle made me grin.

Some goodies in here. Oodles more over on Kottke.org’s Gift Guide. Dig that both lists favor independent and small sellers. I’ll add as I find more. Update: Chris Coyier has a nice collection.

I think this goes beyond a kids play set. This is shelf art! Plus also cats in space suits.

A "Next Of Kin" file box with folders and checklists to organize documents, estate documents and directives — a supplement to a Will to help those sort through all the things in difficult moments. I've been starting this process but a system like this feels like a very good investment.

Save space by folding things in half. Another fine Kickstarter by Simone Giertz.

In addition to the Starship Database, Fleet Charts and Treknology Encyclopedia, Dr. Bernd Schneider has collected a list of off-the-shelf office chairs, lounge chairs or car seats that have appeared in Star Trek productions. / via Chris Martin

Mattel sold these out quickly, but I'm just happy that Barbie Stevie Nicks exists.

Send in greeting cards and postcards folks have sent to you and get a book back. (There's an option to get all the originals back.) As a hoarder of such things, this intrigues me, and has a tiny vibe of Nick Bantock’s Griffin & Sabine.

I would consider trading in my desk for this beauty.

Manual and automatic modes, a sharp lens (not glass, but sharp) and oodles of options that can all be managed in camera (like long and multiple exposures) without the need for an app. This YouTube review by In An Instant makes this latest rig look like a real winner.

Another fine Kickstarter project by Martin Schneider bringing Will Mower’s type to many. This set of geometric stamps can form all sorts of letters and whatnot.

I don't golf, but I love the notch-less belt I got here. I count it among my better investments in life. (Got the “Bubba” but they have oodles of variants.)

This poster from Eaton Print Shop made me chuckle. / via Chris Streger

I'm not a keyboard person, but this Altar 1 ultra-low profile, wireless mechanical one forged from sustainable materials might sway me. / via Gastón

Trying to answer the simple question of how much house can we afford is made difficult by awful search engines. Shawn Hickman made this spreadsheet for non-financial experts and it looks quite good and worth the price. His overview video provides insight.

Vulfpeck made their merch Open Source—anyone can make goods and split the profits with the band (details). Andrew Neyer ran with it with delightful results.

Dan Sinker wrote about trying. He’s now made a patch to remind himself to do so.

This moiré woodcut print is enchanting. (Watch the short video) / via Scott Boms

Steelcase is opening up orders on a line of desks and chairs re-imagined from Frank Lloyd Wright designs. On all my trips to FLW places, furniture was scaled for shorter folks and frankly, not comfortable. The pieces are not boring though.

Young Jerks designed the blocks and packaging. (And tho they didn't design it, this woodie station wagon in the CAMP store by Candylab is also pretty darn awesome looking.)

Kathryn texted this list and I found Becoming Minimalist have expanded it to 99 ideas. But I like the easily digestible image version for starters.

We celebrated this portable record player back in the day. And now it's back and with Bluetooth to boot! / via Tom

I too find that most blankets never have enough coverage. Filing away for gifts. / via @dansinker

I've linked to these felt wall tiles before, but I really like the simplicity that Jeff Sheldon employed.

A convergence of things I appreciate very much

It's pricey ($60), but just the fact that it's possible to get a good 3D scan from a phone and get an action figure made is really neato. It'll get cheaper.

Lovely letterpress print by Cameron Moll coming soon. Pre-orders of the limited edition open now.

CW&T's favorite things based on guiding principles of simplicity, timelessness and long lasting design. / via belong

Agreeing 100% with Greg Storey that I'm here for Lego revisiting classic themes. Related: The upcoming Lion Knight Castle.

A hardcover edition of Thoreau’s book, annotated, designed and illustrated.

Young Jerks sure can build momentum. This is one of the most striking landing pages for a future Kickstarter game I've seen.

I'd display this book with the cover exposed. It's so delightful. And then there's the insides!

Alex Tomlinson developed a font based on a 1940's Bird Lore magazine and a set of stamps to boot.

Srsly just had to catch my breath reading these words while waiting for the page to load. / via jasonsantamaria

by Steve Wolf Designs. Dig.

As John Maeda put it, “Prefab homes have come a long way.”

Simone Giertz has a new store and one of the products is this electronic goal tracking calendar that was previously a Kickstarter project. She also has a fun white puzzle and some other items of note!

Need to pay off my current ride and drive it for many more years. But I like to dream of what the next vehicle will be and this new EV from Hyundai presses a lot of buttons (and kept a few important controls as real knobs).

I have little idea what this device does, but I want to press all the buttons, slide all the sliders and turn all the knobs. I also want Teenage Engineering to build a car.

Borrow instead instead of buying. This Cincinnati thing-ventory has garden supplies, tents, tools, tiki torches and more. / via Kathryn