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A Procrastinators Gift Guide: Six Last Minute Ideas

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Better late than never, folks. If you are desperate for a late minute gift for family, friends, or the office Secret Santa, maybe one of these cool ideas will do the trick. And look, you are probably going to have to pay for express shipping at this point, but whose fault is that? Happy Holidays! For the Stylish Art Lover Capella Design’s Grab Bar Picture Frame This unique assistive product integrates seamlessly into a living space to provide discreet support with style. The grab bar is made in North American from solid ash (in light, dark, and white finishes), white coated powder coated steel, and acrylic art protection. A hidden, flexible mounting system allows for easy installation in hallways, landings, and thresholds. $279.00 USD For the Minimal Table Dresser Mud Australia’s Porcelain Dishwater Handcrafted in Sydney, the expansive range of Mud Australia’s porcelain homewares are dishwasher, microwave, and oven safe for seamless prep and simple cleanup. Shown here are the brand’s 8”-wide serving platter, a Fish Platter for medium sized fish, snacks, or dips, and a Water Jug …

NYC Trash Can Accessories from MoMA Design Store

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Being able to squeeze just one more piece of garbage on top of an already overflowing green bin was a classic NYC right of passage. If you are feeling nostalgic for the days of playing trash Jenga, you can now buy a compact reproduction of the iconic green metal NYC trash cans that have since been replaced by newer models on the streets of NYC. Made from enamel-coated stainless steel metal with mesh panels, this “Keep New York City Clean” NYC Trash Can can be used as a wastepaper basket or for other forms of household trash — without getting that pesky $100 fine. It measures 15”-high x 11.5”-diameter. MoMA also sells a coordinating pencil holder to help keep your desk neat and tidy. Made from sturdy aluminum alloy that’s spray-coated the can’s official green, the DSNY Trash Can pencil holder measures 4.25”-high x 2.5″ diameter, and can store a multitude of desktop tools. The makers of this design will donate a portion of proceeds that directly benefit the City of New York. Trash Can: …

Elements Scented Candles

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The ancient Greek mathematician Plato believed the world was made of four elements — Earth, Air, Fire, and Water — and that four geometric shapes (now called Platonic Solids) were the building blocks of these elements. Inspired by this, the Celsius54 Candle company created the ELEMENTS candle collection in four shapes: Icosahedron, Octahedron, Tetrahedron, and Cube, each imbued with a different scent and color. $30. Available at: https://54celsius.com/

Valentine’s Day Gift Idea: Pieces of Time Flower Objet d’Art

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If you are looking for a different way to give flowers this Valentine’s Day, consider gifting your loved one the MoMA Design Store’s Pieces of Time Flower Objet d’Art. Designed by Soojeong Shin and Jiseon Park from Korean Studio Style Jieum, these sculptures feature fresh flowers that have been encased in domes of hand-blown glass and filled with preservation fluid. When viewed through sunlight, the object seems to contain a calm forest of plants that feels like a real landscape. Each Pieces of Time Objet d’Art is handmade by specialists in floral design, and its design will vary slightly. The handcrafted glass may contain small bubbles that are a natural part of the creation process. They can be displayed individually or as a group. To care for your objet d’art, store indoors in a cool place and do not open its silicone plug. Each measures 2.8”w x 5.1”h. $80 each at the MoMA Design Store. Images courtesy MoMA Design Store.

Designy Things Holiday Gift Guide

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Here are some designy gift ideas for your holiday season, from a snowflake you can cuddle to pencils you can plant in the garden. Jellycat Holiday Soft Toys Jellycat arguably makes some of the most adorable plushies in the world, combining the softest materials with a small smiling face that brings personality to all types of everyday objects and animals. Designed in London, this snowflake ($30.00), Christmas Tree ($40.00), or potted Poinsettia ($48.00) can adorn a mantle or work as a festive table centerpiece. Available through the MoMA Design Store. Embroidered Holiday Ornaments Designed in London and handmade in India by a team of master embroiderers, these ethically sourced fabric holiday ornaments are made through the traditional technique of “zardosi” (sewing with gold), historically used to decorate the most luxurious of courtly finery. Ornaments in the collection include Claude Monet, Alma Woodsey Thomas, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Frida Kahlo, and Vincent van Gogh. $16.95- $18.95. Available through the MoMA Design Store. Taste Collection by Paola Navone The Glass House design store offers an exclusive design collaboration …

Ukraine Twist Candle

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For every Ukraine Twist candle sold, the Celsius54 Candle Co. is donating $25.00 to Sunflower of Peace, a Boston-based charity directly helping victims of the war.  Sunflower of Peace is a nonprofit organization with a mission to mobilize support and aid for Ukrainian orphans, internally displaced persons, and those most affected by the current situation by providing medical assistance and other necessities. Due to the current crisis, Sunflower of Peace started a new fundraiser to provide medical and humanitarian aid that will be used by the paramedics and doctors in the areas that are most affected by the violence in Ukraine. They are acquiring and distributing first-aid backpacks, medicine, medical instruments, and other items that are saving hundreds of lives. Celsius54’s twist candle for Ukraine combines the country’s flag colors of blue and gold in a sleek modern design. Made in the Netherlands, the candle costs $40. Available at: https://54celsius.com/.