Two Cool Calendar Kits To Stitch for 2014 From Heather Lins

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These two nicely designed and beautifully packaged calendars for 2014 allow for some fun interactivity. The ‘Stitch The Stars’ and The ‘Year In Stitches’ kits from textile designer Heather Lins are simple enough for anyone to do and include everything you need. At $25 each, they make a perfect gift for friends, co-workers and Secret Santas. Bonus: the stars calendar actually glows in the dark. (more…)

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Authors With Screwed Up Psyches Inspire A Wick[ed] Candle Collection.

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Wicked Candles

So, what does a screwed up author smell like?  Memoirs: The Negative Space Collection from Wick[ed] is said to be inspired by provocative authors of the past. From those addicted to alcohol to those addicted to love, each candle was inspired by an author who battled demons and fluctuated between positive and negative life experiences. The candles, in turn, have names that contain two juxtaposing words to illustrate the author’s ups and downs. (more…)

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House Industries and Hugo Guinness Goodies From Chronicle Books.

Chronicle Books has just released two terrific collections for lovers of typography and contemporary art. Affordable, functional notecards, notebooks, postcards and journals. (more…)

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Swanson’s Vineyards Modern House Wines Make Great Gifts.

Wondering what to bring to your next dinner party? Or to buy for the Boss/Friend/Co-worker/Therapist/Lover or basically anyone who drinks wine? Look no further than Swanson Vineyard’s Modern House Wines. (more…)

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