I know I’m starting to sound like a broken record about Gilt, but they just keep on having amazing deals. I just picked up two 3′ x 5′ Flokati rugs for $158. A little stitching and that will make one nice big rug for an amazing price! The rugs are hand woven 100% New Zealand wool. Approximate pile height 3 inches and contains 50 grams of wool per square inch for comfort and insulation. Available in 2.5′x8′, 3′x5′, 5′x7′, 7′x9′ and 8′x10′.

You need a personal invitation to sign up for Gilt. Get yours here!

Why should becoming a parent mean that you have to compromise your own sense of style? Products for your baby are a part of your life and home. They don’t have to be disposable or an aesthetic after-thought. Good design is important for even the youngest members of your family.

I couldn’t say it better myself! I don’t have kids of my own yet, but knowing that companies like DwellStudio exist and are challenging the idea of what kid/baby products can and should be is certainly a comfort.

Mod Parents: what are some of your favorite modern baby/kid lines? Share in the comments!

DwellStudio Baby Rugs available from Design Public: $200 – $550

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I got the new 2010 IKEA catalog over the weekend, which is always an adventure. There are a ton of great new items as well as new, lower prices on some old standbys. The catalog is available online if you haven’t received the hard copy yet. I’m fond of the Stockholm Figur rug (pictured/pg 236) as well as a few of the new vases and candle holders. Go check it out and share some of your favorite new pieces with us!

2010 IKEA Catalog

I’m a big fan of Flor tiles, in fact we just bought a bunch for our sons room downstairs. Flor recently announced a new collection based on the wonderful photography of François Robert who is known for finding the soul in everyday objects. It looks as if there are only two find a face tiles at the moment, each with nine images of everyday objects that look like faces. Still, with only two variations the photo above shows that you can still pull off a pretty sweet looking rug. A six tile rug (3 x 5) will run you about $180 which works out to just over $11 a square foot.

Available from Flor

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Left to right: Hand-tufted Metro Fuscia Rug (5′3×7′7) $190, Hand-tufted Abella Rug (7′9 Round) $290, Hand-tufted Zoom Rug (8′x10′6) $315

I was browsing Overstock the other day to see what they had in the way of modern/contemporary area rugs, and I have to admit, I was surprised at the selection. Although I think I’m still holding out (and saving up) for an Angela Adams rug, there were definitely a few that caught my eye. As always, Overstock’s prices are quite affordable – an 8×10 foot, hand tufted wool rug for $300?? Yes, please. If you’re in the market for a rug, or in need of a quick, budget-friendly room makeover, definitely check out the area rugs at Overstock.

Contemporary Rugs from Overstock.com – $10 – $1800 depending on size and material

Besides all the new summer products that Ikea has come out with, they also have introduced some other great new stuff. While the products run the gamut from baking goods to sandbox toys I was most impressed by all the new textiles like the CECILIA fabric shown above. Other textile favorites include the MYSKMALVA twin duvet cover set that sells for an amazing $7.99. The KAJSA TRAD cushion cover is also pretty sweet with it’s bold black and white scandinavian abstract patterns.

Check out the rest of the highlights after the jump. What’s your favorite?

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Typically I find the wares offered by Chiasso to be a little overpriced (you can usually find the same item elsewhere for a lot less). That’s not to say the whole store is overpriced or even expensive in the grand scheme of modern home furnishings. In fact, there are a few nicely priced, “exclusive” items that I can’t help but covet. I think my favorite item out of everything they have is the Tripod Planter – it’s just plain cool! If you spot anything you’ve just gotta have, act now! They’re currently offering free shipping on orders over $100.

All items available from Chiasso.com

Top: Spirale Pillow – $58, Blox Bench – $498, Lulu Rug – $348-$698
Bottom: Geo Doormat – $38, Milo Planters – $48-$78, Tangle Rug – $198-$598

Top: Cube Planter – $55-$75, Mod Pillow – $38, Convex Blox – $168
Bottom: Mingle Rug – $198-$598, Tripod Planter – $148, Riviera Doormat – $38

I love CB2. In fact, I’m pretty sure after a rough night out I signed away the rights of my first born in order to obtain their entire collection – past, present, and future. I got the new catalog this week and, Brady can attest, spent a good deal of time drooling, wiping, and drooling over every page. It’s really hard to narrow it down, but here are a few of my favorite new products:

platform coffee table – $399
Equal parts Scandinavian and Mid-Century, this sexy coffee table is making me blush!

calla dinnerware – $3.95 – $21.95
The organic form of this dinnerware is refreshing!

pleat pillow – $36.95
Bold color and bold texture are an A+ in my book!

midtown rug – $299 – $599
I’m pretty sure I’ve been to this city… This rug is nutty and I love it!

lamina dinnerware – $2.50 – $4.95
Not one to shy away from color, this dinnerware is right up my alley!

Did anyone else get the new catalog? What are some of your favorites?