uzzle – the quest for intelligent design


Hug Placemats (+ napkin ring)
July 22, 2009, 1:48 pm
Filed under: Dining / Galley, Eco-Items | Tags: , , , , ,

Not only does the hug treat you to a smile, you’ll also feel good about buying from a company that focuses on sustainability. Designed by Berkeley, California designer Josh Jakus.

little hug with your dinner?

little hug with your dinner?

Choose from boy (green, blue felt, black rubber) or girl (green, pink felt, black rubber.)

hug pops out to serve as a napkin ring

hug pops out to serve as a napkin ring

From Fuz. Felt material, $12 each, recycled rubber, $9 each.



Wilton “Silly Feet” Baking Cups
March 10, 2009, 9:00 am
Filed under: Dining / Galley, Wee Ones | Tags: ,

I’ve checked these baking cups out in person and they really are as cute as they look. Adorable gift for your favorite cupcake.

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Silly Feet

From Sur La Table. $10. set of four.



Orla Kiely at Target
March 9, 2009, 10:25 pm
Filed under: Dining / Galley, Retro/Mid-Century | Tags: ,

The fabulous Orla Kiely brings her bold, graphic-forward designs to Target, a leader in embracing design-forward, affordable pieces for the home.

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Pears - Medium Canister

Stoneware Pear Canister. $17.99.



Colorful Paring Knife
February 20, 2009, 4:42 pm
Filed under: Dining / Galley | Tags: ,

I bought one of these orange delights about two years ago from my local hip grocery store and it’s fantastic – it’s retained it’s sharpness and is a nice looking (and safe, with the protective cover) addition to the knife drawer.

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Colori Paring Knives

From Delight. $11.50.