On Sale: Bike horn

The hiking and biking season is finally upon us. When you do take the kids out for the ride in the park, make you sure you have a bell on the bike. However, if you are the cool type, you can opt for this classic bike horn, on sale thanks to Restoration Hardware. This is a handlebar horn with stainless steel construction and a rubber bulb. If it weren’t for tots of 3+ years, I would get one for my bike!

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PRICE: $2.99

AVAILABLE: http://www.restorationhardware.com

On Sale: Kate Spade lisbon carry-on with wheels

You don’t have a private jet but still want to travel in style? Despair not, help is at hand from Kate Spade. This red and black carry-on case will bring style and that prestigious feeling to you even in coach. The bag is sized for carry-on and is made of tough canvas with red leather piping. Furthermore, it has “exterior zipper pocket, separate compartment with garment sleeve, lingerie pocket within main compartment, drawstring shoe bags, and a spacious main compartment with elastic tie-down straps to keep clothing in place during travel’. Phew! Comes with 14k gold plated metal. Granted, it is no steal at the discounted price, but hey, high style sometimes does mean high prices.

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PRICE: $521

AVAILABLE: http://www.katespade.com

On Sale: ‘Gutturno’ coat by Via Spiga

In spite of the global warming we know that winter will be back. This year, no less. Spring is perhaps the best time to stock up on trend proof winter stuff that will stay with you for a while. Tweed has never really gone out of style (although it has had its dips). With the new Burberry watching it, it might stay a while. This winter tweed coat by Via Spiga will keep you warm in style next winter. I like the belt like effect of the faux leather waistband, the straps at the cuffs and the discreet angled pockets that don’t break the silhouette.

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PRICE: $229.99

AVAILABLE: http://bluefly.com

Timpani stool

I am prepared to twist our rules a bit. As you all know, we only feature those things that are selling around the Internet. The idea is that you should be easily able to purchase the item. Sometimes, however, we are sorely tempted by that unique offering that is not quite available on the net but that could still be obtained using the information provided. This is a case in point. We LOVE this stool. Sold at the Maison Luxe of Seattle, this beauty is hand carved from Mango wood. To purchase, we suggest you get in touch with the store.

Heartfelt thanks to the Absolutely Beautiful Thing blog for pointing to Maison Luxe.

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PRICE: $375

AVAILABLE: http://www.maisonluxe.blogspot.com

On Sale: Legnoart Magnum Napa decanter set

Legnoart is made in the northern Italian town of Omegna about 50 miles from Milan. The place is known for well known, designer warehouses that work with wood and stainless steel. This magnum Napa decanter is absolutely beautiful. The classical “captain’s” shape will allow for good oxygenation of the wine in high style. The cherry base goes really well also with the piece. Best of all, its on sale.

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PRICE: $165

AVAILABLE: http://www.jacobskitchen.com

Sagaform’s small pestle and mortar

Sagaform of Sweden makes beautiful kitchen stuff for normal people’s kitchen (you know, those that don’t commute on a Gulfstream). This pestle and morter set will be sure to delight any kitchen aficionado. Pretty and functional, it is ideal for crushing small amounts of spices at a time. Now why can’t Oxo be like this?

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PRICE: $24

AVAILABLE: http://aplusrstore.com

Prepara’s herb savor

I love cilantro and mint and parsley and fenugreek and… you get the picture. Trouble is that I don’t live on a herb farm and the local grocers has an unreliable record of having fresh herbs available. I, like others, try to keep these fresh in the refrigerator but with limited success. Well, this “Herb Savor” from Perpara is said to preserve the freshness of herbs for up to 3 weeks. This is done by submerging the stems of the herbs in a little bit of water that you fill the base with. Three week! Yeah, we will get one for sure.

For more, please check out the link.

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PRICE: $34

AVAILABLE: http://aplusrstore.com

The Oeuf toddler bed

This is a very cool take on a full-size toddler bed. We really like the clean, crisp and modern lines. The kids are great at grabbing and holding onto slots to climb up and down and perhaps for that reason this bed does look inviting. The bed has a solid birch (also available in walnut) base made of recovered wood fibers with a lacquer finish.

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PRICE: $570

AVAILABLE: http://oeufnyc.com

On Sale: Mini bathroom set

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Its not that we think that these are cool; they are. Its that they are also kinda whimsical. The set includes two porcelain pods with a metallic interior finish. The smoked glass base is included. I love the gaping mouth soap holder. Unfortunately, you have to go across the pond to grab these.

Thanks to and more at the FromEurope blog.

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PRICE: £19.99

AVAILABLE: http://www.stylishlife.co.uk

Animal shape rubberbands at the Cooper Hewitt

Everyday chic and beauty is much harder to pull off than would otherwise appear. Don’t think so? Just look around to see the plethora of stuff made to function, but not so much to please. Rubber bands for example. They come in all colors and sizes, but shapes? Well, it would appear that they do come in shapes too and not just any shapes! These super cute animal shape rubber bands are for sale at the CH’s store. They are from Japan and come in a box of 24. Kids (adults) and would love them.

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PRICE: $7

AVAILABLE: http://www.cooperhewittshop.org