Tin Can Wall
May 30, 2008
I was just blown away by this wall with tin can tops applied to it over at Apartmenttherapy. The creative re-use was for a bedroom suite decorated by White Webb in this year’s Kips Bay Decorator Show House in New York.
No-Contact Jacket for Women
May 30, 2008
The No-Contact Jacket is a wearable defensive jacket created to aid women in their struggle for protection from violence. When activated by the wearer, 80,000 volts of low amperage electric current pulses just below the surface shell of the entire jacket. This exo-electric armor prevents any person from unauthorized contact with the wearer’s body. If an assailant were to grab hold of the wearer the high voltage exterior would interrupt their neurological impulses which control voluntary muscle movement. The neuromuscular system would be overwhelmed causing disorientation and loss of balance to occur and of course pain. The pain experienced is non-lethal but is enough to effectively and immediately deter contact with the wearer and provide a critical life saving oppurtunity for escape.
Indian Summer Drawer Liner
May 30, 2008
It’s an odd thing for me to post about, but this is simply the prettiest drawer liner I’ve ever seen
they also similiar tea towels
Sports Furniture
May 29, 2008
I want this pull up bar…I’d put it in my bedroom…and then when I’ve used it twice and went back to eating ice cream and sitting on my couch I can still use it as a very attractive clothes hanger. A perfect solution if you don’t have closets…
All-in-One PC: Inside a Keyboard
May 29, 2008
This new generation All-in-One PC in a keyboard not only takes up far less desktop space, but also puts an Intel® Core™ 2 Quad CPU with all its features and performance at your fingertips. The new ZPC-GX31™ is a true innovation packing so much power, performance and compatibility inside a normal size keyboard. With features such as Dual Display capabilities, 4GB of DDR2/667MHz RAM, 1Gb LAN and DVI interface you now have a complete personal computer that takes up no more space than a typical keyboard. Simply place it on your desktop, plug in a monitor and you are done!
USB Phone Charger
May 29, 2008
I have problems with keeping my cell phone charged, especially now that I’m carpooling and can’t charge it while I drive, and I don’t know why but I never think to plug it in when I’m at home. This USB phone charger is light and compact and has an auto-retract design so it doesn’t get tangled up like a regular charger and is easy to carry, so I can charge my phone while I sit at my computer.
Wave Plate
May 29, 2008
I really like this 3×2 brown melted glass plate (also avail in 2×2) by Martin Zampach. I think it would make a wonderful catch-all plate for my landing strip.
RSS Feed
May 29, 2008
I recently got an email concerning whileiwork‘s RSS feed. Apparently there is a problem with getting my site added to a reader. I looked into this and found that if you add /feed/ to the blog address when adding it to the reader it will work (least it did when I tested it on my google reader). Please let me know if anyone else continues to have any difficulties.
CUB8
May 29, 2008
Low table that extends and changes its shape by doubling in size revealing generous storage for magazines, books, CD and DVD. Clean lines, functionality and diverse wood and lacquer finishes combinations between wengé stained oak and white lacquer.
Drink Carrier
May 28, 2008
I saw this drink carrier ages ago but then couldn’t find it when I wanted to post about it. It’s such a wonderful, simple idea that I knew it would make the rounds again at some point. Unfortunantely, I didn’t find out which retailer has them (they seem to be from Germany), but I still wanted to share them.
Viteo garden shower
May 28, 2008
As soon as you step onto the white platform, a meter-high fountain of water arises, showering you like a gentle summer rain. Nobody will realise that this plastic disc with its stainless steel framed base is a garden shower. Works on any even surface – no installation required. Also suitable for children. Simply connect it to your garden hose using the supplied standard 1⁄2″ adapter.
Butterfly Jewelry
May 28, 2008
The two people that make this jewelry claim the butterflies have lived out their natural life before they took their wings to make this jewelry which is just gorgeous.
LightCap 200
May 28, 2008
This small, lightweight (just 2.6oz) cap fits on any ‘standard’ water bottle (2” wide mouth) such as Nalgene®, Camelbak®, GSI® and most others, turning your bottle into a solar-powered lantern.
Bubble
May 27, 2008
This glowing silicone ball is both portable & rechargeable. A gentle squeeze turns the bubble on, and another one turns it off. Can be used on its own, or hanging from its cable.
Soft-Touch Stylus
May 27, 2008
The Soft-Touch Stylus for Apple iPhone and iPod touch lets you type, tap and scroll effortlessly on your iPhone or iPod touch. We all know typing on the iPhone or iPod touch can be frustrating at times. The Soft-Touch Stylus is the perfect solution as it lets you type with precision and tap or scroll with ease. Soft-touch tip won’t scratch your screen.
Soft-Touch Stylus
Akemi Tanaka
May 27, 2008
PicNik
May 27, 2008
In case you didn’t get your fill this holiday weekend of picnics and your in the market for a modern picnic table, Dirk Wynants and Xavier Lust has designed the PicNik table.
The PicNik is a table-seating combination specially created for the balcony, small surfaces, semi-public spaces, or as an indoors side piece object. Made from half a standard, massive plate of aluminium (10 mm).
Pet Cave
May 27, 2008
I think I’ve mentioned before that I’m not a fan of small dogs….but they’ve been really making some nice modern accessories for them of late…I posted the eicrate awhile back and now there is this pet cave.
A stylish and sophisticated pet cave that matches your pet’s living and sleeping needs with your own modern decor. Made of furniture grade walnut and designed with the simplicity of the Scandinavian style, the look of the piece is as luxurious as the comfort found inside.
Wall Straps
May 23, 2008
These would be a fun way to hold kids toys and what-not…or a bright storage idea for a entry/mudroom.
These wall straps can be used to hold things right against the wall.The further apart you place the two end screws, the more tension on the strap and the tighter the hold.
Little Lamp
May 23, 2008
this miniature lamp combines form with function by using the battery alone as its base. Though incredibly petite, it, surprisingly, packs quite a punch; with the supplied D-Cell battery, you’ll get 150 hours of light from an LED bulb that should last over a decade.
Ikea pendant hack
May 23, 2008
I just saw this DIY hack of an ikea pendant light over at design sponge. As always, I wish I had an Ikea by me.
Folding Colander
May 23, 2008
My kitchen storage is a mess, so anything that may simplify it catches my interest.
12 polypropylene living hinges are incorporated in the design of the Folding Colander so that, when you put it away, it can be folded completely flat for easy storage.
Zulu Mama Chair
May 22, 2008
Environmentally conscious Zulu Mama stacking café chair for Swala Line mingles traditional South African basket crafts with industrial materials. The seats, constructed of ultraviolet-resistant extruded plastic made from recycled milk bottles, are handwoven in the Limpopo region.
Folding Table
May 22, 2008
This folding table by Big Prototype can be configured as a dining table or a coffee table. Check out their site below to see it in action.
The Logmaker
May 22, 2008
The Logmaker quickly and easily turns your household and garden waste into free fuel for your open fire, wood burning stove, chiminea, barbecue or camp fire.
Produce compact newspaper encased ‘logs’ in minutes and burn them straight away. (The ‘logs’ will burn for between 10 minutes and 1 hour depending on the contents.)
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