Oversize Clock :: West Elm
White on white with a skinny steel frame? Sounds perfect to me! Add a 20" diameter and this is one show-stopping, minimalist-style clock!
Norm Bottle Grinder
One of our more well traveled readers turned me on to Menu a fantastic Scandinavian company that he found in South Africa of all places. No matter where you are though, you have to admit they makes some beautiful stuff. I'm particularly enamored with these Norm Bottle Grinders for salt and pepper. Enamored as in I am currently considering which organ I am willing to donate to get my hands on a set. The only US retailer is in Carlsbad, CA so it looks like its time for a road trip.
Mid Century Rocker
I'm always a little hesitant to post about furniture from Urban Outfitters, especially when it is available online only, but I remember what a hard time I had trying to find an affordable rocking chair for the nursery 4 years ago. With that in mind may I introduce you to the Mid-Century Rocker Chair. It looks good, and from the comments it seems like the biggest complaint is that it is scaled pretty small. Priced at $289 it is fairly inexpensive by rocker standards. For example the Nurseryworks Storytime Rocker we had retailed for $800 (now you can find them for $499 from websites like babycribstation.com et al). That is nearly double, but I will say however that the Storytime is a bomber piece of furniture that will last a very very long time.
Kindle Sleeve :: Rustic Case Company
We've posted about iPad, iPhone, and laptop sleeves galore but it's good to see the Kindle* finally getting some love! It doesn't hurt that I've got a soft spot for anything made from wool felt, but throw a little leather into that mix too and it's a surefire hit. So, to the Rustic Case Company I say: Nicely done!
* I love my** Kindle!
** I should clarify: I love my husband's Kindle that I have since co-opted.
Corona Globe :: Nendo
Looks like the world's gone minimalist thanks to Japanese company Nendo. This gorgeous black and white globe is available in two sizes and, I've got to say, would look pretty dang sweet in any modernist's home!
Square print
I love architecture, so it almost goes without saying that I love architecture related art work. Delaflamant on Etsy does an amazing job of detailed making architectural drawings even more interesting by connecting several thousand lines together and adding a pop of color. Each print is hand silk screened on 80# French speckletone cream stock paper and measures 24 x 36.
Bambu Pet Hammock
Unfortunately for me, I don't have a dog any more, but if I did I would seriously be considering this dog bed by Pet Lounge Studio. The Bambu Pet Hammock is not only one of the most original dog beds I have ever seen, its definitely one of the better looking and more practical. As with any kickstarter project, it only goes into production if enough people support it, but with already $10,000 pledged and 22 days to go, I'm going to go out on a limb and say that this one is almost a slam dunk for getting funded.
Pleat Pendant Lamps
Accordion pleats never looked so good! Especially when applied to Crate & Barrel's newest lighting series, what with its distinct MCM flair. Choose between three styles (cylinder, hourglass, megaphone) and your choice of white, black, or orange.
2lb Box
One of our awesome readers posted this on our Facebook wall yesterday, and I thought it was good enough to share with everyone. This 2lb box from Anthropologie is made from cast iron so it's small but substantial. It could just be the perfect place for you to hide some little treasure that you have. Best of all, it's on sale for just $8.
(Thanks Vanessa!)
Wooden Toys :: Just Hatched
As you know, we're big fans of wood toys here at GRM, so when I spotted these charming toys from Just Hatched I couldn't resist sharing them with you! With a focus on nature, each set is handmade from either Poplar or Birch, then painted with AP Nontoxic paints and polished with natural homemade beeswax. So far, you can have your pick between a wooden leaf puzzle (6 leaf shapes: Oak, Beech, Ivy, Dogwood, Maple and Cottonwood), bear set (2 bears, cave, rock, and tree), or a veggie set (Tomato, Cucumber, Onion, Potato and Carrot)!
Vintage Spray Bottle
Remember when simple things like spray bottles were well designed and made to last forever? Yeah, me either, but I wish I did. Those must have been the good old days.
c/dock
Usually I'm saying that I wished I would have thought of this. This time I'm saying I did think of this, and now I wish I would have actually done it. The c/dock is a new Kickstarter project for all of you who use your iPhone as an alarm clock. Made from a solid piece of Walnut with either an aluminum face, or a glossy resin face. The c/dock incorporates a usb cable into the mix to keep your iPhone charged up for you.
Honestly I would have like a plain walnut face option, but besides that the execution seems pretty great. If you like it, support it.
Glass Jar Pendants :: West Elm
These lights are undeniably inspired by Niche Modern (especially their Pod Light), but considering these only cost $99 versus the Pod's $900, I'm not complaining too loudly. West Elm's version is available in two sizes and your choice of grey or sea green.
White Mushroom bowl
Unfortunately for me (and you) this classic white enamelware salad bowl designed by Kaj Franck for Arabia Finland is sold. Which really sucks because I wanted it.
Now I need your help. What are your favorite online stores to shop for Scandinavian home accessories?
Clayhaus modern tiles
Up until yesterday if you would have asked me where to get good mid century modern tile, I would have said Heath Ceramics was the only place. But that was yesterday. Now I've got my eye on Clayhaus. They may be the new kid on the block, but they have a very strong line up of modern tiles. The influence of early modernists is apparent in everything from their Bauhaus inspired name down to their fantastic color palette. Icing on the cake for me is the fact that it is all done by a small husband wife team. I love supporting the little guys.
Retro Table Fan :: The Company Store
It's mid-July and the heat index is rising all over the place! If the AC, swamp cooler, or ceiling fan isn't cutting it, it might be time to bust out your own personal table fan. I love this retro-styled option from The Company Store especially, never mind the fact that it's available in 11 colors. Bring on the breeze!
1961 Herman Miller Catalogue
There are all sorts of great finds to be had on ebay. This one looks like an incredible deal right now, but I'm betting in 6 more days when the auction ends it will be priced at a premium.
The facts.
Near mint condition 1961 Herman Miller catalogue
Over 10 pages of MCM goodness
If you buy it, I'm coming over for cocktails so I can peruse.
Minimalist Blocks
What better way to start a Monday than with two sets of minimalist blocks from across the pond. The top photo shows Russian made Geo Blocks, which includes a set of 7 wooden blocks painted white. 7 too many for you? The how about the Swiss designed Designomat blocks. Comprising of only 3 blocks, they can be rearranged to form endless shapes.
Geo Blocks (via)
Shelframe
This shelframe just shot right to the top of my list of "why didn't I think of that" ideas. About:
The shelves are designed to occupy a space normally reserved for a framed picture or painting, and they act so as to frame compositions of everyday objects.
The cable tension allow the shelves to support heavy objects while the silicone pads create a self-securing system that grips the wall as the shelf becomes loaded. This also means that the shelf does not tilt to one side if heavy objects are placed unevenly.
I especially appreciate the smaller details of the shelf like the semi recessed balls on the ends of the cable, and the joinery between the sides. For the record, this shelf and a monkey hook would make for the quickest installation ever.
Lots of pics after the jump.
Slice Scissors
I know that these slice scissors are old news, but they are new to me. New as in I just picked up a pair off of Fab.com last week. I opened them last night and I'm here to say that they are just as good looking in person as they are online. Well done Mr Rashid. Well done.