Housewarming Gifts - a list by designdude

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Mr. suicide Bathtub Plug

26 people recommended this item

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A classic bathtub plug from Alessi, Mr. Suicide makes a grim joke out of the mundane task of drawing a bath.

Updated May 21, 2008

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Spider Multi Function Vase

2 people recommended this item

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In the market for a totally unconventional vessel for flowers? You could do worse than this Spider Vase.

Updated May 21, 2008

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Open Vase

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A sculptural vase that brings to mind a surrealist horn, this Open Vase can add character to even an underwhelming bouquet.

Updated May 21, 2008

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Multi-Function Seaweed

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This splashy, fluid piece of home decor can be utilized for everything from a smallish fruit bowl to a large ashtray. You can also get away with simply setting it on a surface as arty design.

Updated May 21, 2008

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Bread Bin

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A handsome, contemporary bread bin, this Antony Joseph-designed box is made from melamine with a beech wood lid. The piece can double as a fruit or cookie bin and will look great on your countertop. (via BLTD)

Updated May 21, 2008

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Bones Salt and Pepper Shakers

11 people recommended this item

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While not exactly practical, these Bones salt & pepper shakers by Stiles in Clay are great for dinner conversation. Beware of the ammunition this set might provide vegetarians.

Updated Jun 18, 2008

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Perch! Zooey Mini Chandelier

3 people recommended this item

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This quirky chandelier from Perch! is ideal for a kid's room. Comprised of four 4-inch ceramic globes in various color options, the lamp also comes in customizable drop lengths.

Updated Jun 19, 2008

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Lucifer Candle Holder

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2 people recommended this item

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You'll probably spend a lot of time gazing into this candle, considering its name, before Satan appears. Keep waiting.

Updated Jul 1, 2008

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Ísbjörn / Ice Bear

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It doesn't seem like there are many places you can get a full-sized bear rug anymore, but this Ice Bear rug presents a clever variation. 15 Icelandic sheepskins make up the fur coat, all sewn in patter of a traditional butcher's diagram. (via BLTD)

Updated Oct 23, 2008

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White Possum Round Side Table

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Visually appealing enough, the White Possum Side Table offers the added incentive of being made from recycled plastic and held together with recyclable hardware. Rubber feet make the table appropriate for both indoor and outdoor use.

Updated Jul 9, 2008

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