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Hot Product: Piselinno Cotton Swab Holder By Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi

You have to clean your ears, and subsiquently, you have got to keep those swabs somewhere. Why not go the cute route and store your ear swizzlers in the Piselinno Cotton Swab Holder, designed by Stefano Giovannoni for Alessi? Available at Friend: Objects In Common in San Francisco, this storage solution for instruments of ear hygene sure beats leaving those tips in the box under the bathroom sink. A swab-headed plastic pal with wide-set peepers and another almost unidentifiable facial feature sits inside a white ridged, plastic cup, sitting at the ready, prepared to dispense your swabs for you at a moments notice. He comes in three bright, bold of the moment shades: orange, yellow-green or blue. Sit him on your countertop or shelf, and swizzle those ears with a smile.

Where In The Hive: bookmark/92061

Who: 10 people have hived the Piselinno Cotton Swab Holder, gohgirl was the first to add it to the Hive

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Hot Product: Sally Mc Cubbin's Glass Imagery Bowls, Conceptual Cut-Outs

Canadian glass artist Sally Mc Cubbin is not content to allow a pretty bowl to be just a pretty bowl and nothing more. Instead, she uses her glass art as a vehicle for conceptualism: the images that are featured on each one of her graphic Imagery Bowls make a subtle statement that questions war, the restrictions of gender, monoculturalism, and other similarly thought-provoking subjects. Every bowl has two layers that work together to form the aforementioned imagery: the innermost layer of glass is translucent and has been relief-cut as to reveal a contrasting and coordinating layer of colored of glass that forms the outside of the bowl. Don€™t bury these beautifully made and conceived bowls under mountains of candy or other objects! Show them off singularly on your table or shelf to inspire yourself and your guests to ponder, philosophize, and debate the state of our modern world.

Where In The Hive: bookmark/84614

Who: 16 people have hived Sally Mc Cubbin's Glass Imagery Bowls, designcandy was the first to add it to the Hive

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Hot Product: Bright Night Liquid Series Illuminated Umbrella

Light your way through the streets on a rainy night with one these novel illuminated umbrellas from Bright Night's Liquid Series. These punchy parasols put your boring basic umbrella to shame with the help of a little inspired engineering: a 6 volt Krypton bulb sits just under its generous canopy, creating a six foot wide circle of light to help you guide your way, and the aforementioned canopy of every Liquid Series umbrella is manufactured from Pongee, a special type of nylon that picks up dye exceptionally well, allowing especially stunning, stylish graphics to adorned on its surface. Even a stiff 40 mile per hour wind won't wilt this almost indestructable 'brella: its 25" long ribs are made of super strong poly-carbonate, and its handle is fashioned out of fiberglass. Simply pop four AA batteries in the base of the handle to ensure three hours of illumination, and enjoy a long midnight walk amongst the puddles.

Where In The Hive: bookmark/91196

Who: 19 people have hived the Bright Night Liquid Series Illuminated Umbrella, eyecandy was the first to add it to the Hive

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Hot Product: Tiny Note Letter Set Pack By The Small Object

Are you a fan of all things cute, or know someone who is? If so, you might want to take note of the Tiny Note Letter Set Pack By Sara Neuburger of The Small Object. These teensy pack of stationary includes 12 notes (each one measures a mere 2" x 3.5", fitting perfectly into the palm of your hand!), and features three adorable images: a smiley little person waving from underneath a child-like rendering of a rainbow, a set of ridiculously cute Russian nesting dolls, and a cabal of rolly-polly peeps, who are probably conspiring to bring you giggles. Though this set of neat notes may be utilized in a myriad of ways, Sara suggests using her Tiny Notes to "Jot down an "I love you" or slip a little note into a lunch bag or in a pocket to be found later in the day." Leave a note, spread the love!

Where In The Hive: bookmark/88820

Who: 11 people have hived the Tiny Note Letter Set Pack By The Small Object, mylaar was the first to add it to the Hive

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Hot Product: Contemporary Dollhouse Set From Modern Tots

Old-fashioned dollhouses are so last century! Give your discerning, design-loving dolls (or the dolls of your kiddies) a modern place to crash with Contemporary Dollhouse Set, from Modern Tots. Fashioned from curved wood and plastic, this dolly dwelling comes with all the mod-cons: two levels, four spacious rooms, a set of sleek, sloping, completely movable stairs your little friends can easily ascend and descend, colorful transparent paneling that slides, as well as skylights! This totally fresh toy pad comes furnished with miniature mod furniture to decorate the bedroom, bathroom, dining room, living room, and child's room. Don't have any dolls for your little house as yet? No problem! Modern Tots even throws in a happy little family (each from diverse backgrounds, and including a mom, dad, and two cute kids) to live in your new Contemporary Dollhouse, that have been fashioned from wood and have been dressed in tiny fabric duds. A very now, very modern way to play.

Where In The Hive: bookmark/55223

Who: 9 people have hived the Contemporary Dollhouse Set From Modern Tots, robin was the first to add it to the Hive

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Hot Product: Ashley Watson's Recycled Leather Bags

From trash, comes treasure! Witness these one-of-a-kind line of downtown-cool, eco-friendly bags by accessories designer Ashley Watson, of Vancouver, British Columbia, which are fashioned from recycled leather clothing. What inspired this line? Ashley was stuck on an island visiting her family, and was struck by an idea for a bag, but too impatient to wait to find new materials. What did have in her possession was an old leather jacket that had once belonged to her father. The result was a lovely new bag fashioned from fabric that had a history, and Ashley loved the worn, soft quality of the leather and the juxtaposition of the old seams and pockets on the surface of the bag itself. That first bag became the impetus for her line, which has grown organically from it's inspired beginnings: Ashley now sells a sweet little collection of bags that come in a variety of roomy shapes and colors, and even wallets, all of which are fashioned from used leather which she culls exclusively from charity shops. The varied parentage of her materials forces Ashley to deal with different challenges each and every time she creates one of her bags, and as a result, each is a true original, and akin to a work of art.

Where In The Hive: bookmark/90836

Who: 13 people have hived Ashley Watson's Recycled Leather Bags, bitsandbobbins was the first to add it to the Hive

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Hot Product: Handmade Dolls By Tamar Mogendorff, Wild Things

Stylehivers cannot get enough of handmade plush dolls and toys! The newest dolls to dominate? These rough-hewn, hand-stitched fabric fauna/objects d'art by Tamar Mogendorff that take the form of penguins, owls, flamingos, bunnies, hens, swans, coral, mushrooms, and even deer, unicorn and sheep heads that have been modeled after those which hunters display on their walls as trophies. Many many more animals and plants have been modeled by Mogendorff as well, all with her sensitive, artistic eye and sense of design. Mogendorff uses a myriad of fabrics to fashion her dolls: bits of linen, cotton, wool, mohair, and more, which she sometimes pairs with vintage fabric finds and pieces of vintage embroidery. If you count yourself as a collector of handmade animals and dolls, a fanciful creature from Tamar Mogendorff's assortment would be a perfect addition to satiate your addiction.

Where In The Hive: bookmark/89064

Who: 10 people have hived the Handmade Dolls By Tamar Mogendorff, emikw was the first to add it to the Hive

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Hot Product: Modern Birdhouses' Case Study Masters Series

Give the beautiful wild birds that visit your yard a thoroughly modern place to roost with one of the birdhouses from Modern Birdhouses' Case Study Masters Series. Each member of this series of three birdhouses are named for J.R. Davidson, Richard Neutra, and Ralph Rapson, three famous architects who were participants in the Case Study Houses Program in 1945. The aforementioned program was launched in 1945 by John Entenza, the maverick editor/publisher of Arts and Architecture magazine, and its aim was to design modern, progressive houses for the huge post-WW2 housing market. These truly mod bird abodes feature sleek, simple lines and quality materials that echo those used by the Case Study architects: the main part of the bird dwelling is handmade using sustainably harvested teak, while their striking roofs are comprised of 1/4" thick aluminum sheeting. Modern Birdhouses have finished each Case Study birdhouse with a special oil that resists water, UV rays, and even mildew, and the fasteners they have utilized combat rust and corrosion, so it is safe to say that your favored feathered pals should have a haute home for years to come.

Where In The Hive: bookmark/88600

Who: 12 people have hived Modern Birdhouses' Case Study Masters Series, Freakstar was the first to add it to the Hive

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Hot Product: Candy Photographs By Craig Kanarick, Sweets Shots

Craig Kanarick gets intimate with sweetmeats: he selects them, sorts them, and submits them to the up-close-and-personal gaze of his camera lens. What comes of these dalliances between Kanarick and his sugary subjects? Extremely detailed photographic portraits of candy that force us to look at common confections in a wholly new manner. In Kanarick's art-quality archival digital c-prints, some candies are grouped by color or type (like his print of animal-shaped candies), while others are viewed in such a close, almost abstract manner it would seem that microscopes must somehow be involved. Many are blown up to larger than life size, turning the candy depicted into something that would give a candy addict a sugar rush beyond all comprehension. Each print has been mounted behind gallery plexiglass, turning it into a collectable piece of modern art. Sad to say, this candy's not of the penny variety: one of Kanarick's limited-edition Candy Photographs (which are available at Rock Made and range between 24" x 24" to 48" x 48" in size) will set you back approximately $850 - $2500. But they sure are sweet!

Where In The Hive: bookmark/87928

Who: 13 people have hived the Candy Photographs By Craig Kanarick, queenbee was the first to add it to the Hive

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Hot Product: Happy Suction Toothbrush Holder Set, Makes Your Teeth Happy

A bright smirking silly face adorns each of the members of the Happy Suction Toothbrush Holder Set, from Tiny Living. These little guys have two aims: to prevent your toothbrushes from sitting in an icky, germy puddles of water, and keep your countertop clean and clutter-free. They can do their duty happily at home, or on the road! A tiny suction cup on the backs of their heads does all the work, so matter where you go, your brush stays squeeky clean and ready to use. Simply lift the flap that is his face, and pop your brush inside. He comes in a variety of colors, is made of durable plastic, and is cheap: a set of two will only set you back a mere $4.95. Perfect for practical cute-addicts of any age who give a darn about their chompers!

Where In The Hive: bookmark/89618

Who: 15 people have hived the Happy Suction Toothbrush Holder Set, michael was the first to add it to the Hive

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