You better get while the gettin's good; this reusable tree is only available in limited quantities.

Twenty-five years ago, architect Richard Babcock had an idea: Rather than buying, hauling and disposing of a Christmas tree every year, why not create a tree his family could use year after year? The six-foot wooden tree he created back then is still used by his family today. The PossibiliTree shown here is a tabletop version, standing almost three feet tall, with branches that can be fanned out in various ways...Whether you use PossibiliTree to celebrate Christmas, another occasion or just to enjoy the artful simplicity of its design, when the festivities are complete, the tree is easily disassembled. The pieces can be stored in the original packaging - a tube, similar to the ones used by architects to hold drawings. Simple assembly required. Made in U.S.A.

Materials: Metal; walnut.
H 34.5" Diameter 28"
(*Limited Availability*)
$360.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

Who doesn't wish they had a hidden door or secret passageway? My childhood readings of Nancy Drew (and the Hardy Boys) lodged that particular want early on, and looky here, if I had 3 G's I could make that wish come true.

If you're the do-it-yourself-er type, woodweb.com has drawings for a Hidden-Pivot Bookcase Door worth checking out.

Hidden bookcases smoothly slide on a floor-based rail (included) and conceal any room in your home or office. They open and close very quietly--by pulling--and exhibit no sign of entry when closed. Up to 500 pounds of books and decorations can be placed on the shelves. Instructions are included, but we can set up installation if desired.

Made of oak wood, maple wood or cherry wood, high-strength rail system
Large: 88"h x 66"w
Medium: 88"h x 54"w
$3,000.00, Buy it here.

[image via weburbanist]

[posted by katie]

With all the holiday get-togethers fast approaching, don't find yourself short a good serving board.

Elegant in its simplicity, this beautiful serving piece combines the cool sophistication of hand-split slate with the polished warmth of Missouri Valley black walnut selectively harvested from managed forests. Handcrafted in Vermont. Slate not intended for use as a cutting board.

Measures 20" x 10" x 5/8"
$69.95, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

It is what it is.

For when you need to keep the door open in a hurricane, this doorstop will act as the ultimate gentleman. Just make sure you don't stub your toe, or your leg.

Wood and Metal
8.5" " x 7" W x 11.5" H
$184.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

I love this acrylic feather necklace stylized like the old school Wimbledon logo.

[posted by kris]

I think I kind of love this seemingly haphazard floor lamp.

Material: Wood, Aluminum, Silk Shade, Fabric cord
Dimensions: 55" x 30" x 80"
$1,500.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

This is exactly the kind of thing you don't think you'll need until you do.

This provides a solution to the issue that's probably as old as the camera itself: What to use as a tripod when you don't lug a tripod around? It's easy, this little Bottle Cap Tripod slides onto the vast majority of national and international water caps, the universal adaptor fits onto pretty much every camera and the little hinge allows the little baby to swivel gently. That's it you are done. Whether it's the family picture, that special night shot or anything else that requires a tripod, the solution is in your pocket from now on.

$10.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

Here's a simple pocket to protect your gadget while in your bag or wherever else it runs the risk of nasty scratches.

A pouch to protect your media device from the bumps and scratches of everyday life. Designed to fit the iPhone, iPod, and other smaller PDAs, phones, and media players. (Note: will not fit the huge blackberries and palms.) Material: grey industrial wool felt made from factory excess (85% wool and 15% mixed fibers). Made in the San Francisco Bay Area.

3.375"x6.125"
$19.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

We've posted the New York City Skyline Tumbler before, but if you don't owe allegiance to NYC, then you might also enjoy this set.

Hand-blown tumblers of recycled glass are accented with iconic skylines of the world's great cities. Designed by Nicci Green, Australia. Exclusive to SFMOMA.

Set of four: San Francisco, London, Paris, and New York.
$48.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]

This looks like it would be a fun gadget to mess around with...the only problem I'd have is picking which 3 functions to choose.

3 completely controllable buttons allow you to assign pretty much any function to this sweet little device. Your iTunes controls, or your stock prices, or your communication settings that show you whether you have new mail or a new IM... What got us excited though was the fact that it was hacked and can now even play video. Don't be alarmed, the buttons of today's mini keyboard have a resolution of 96x96 pixel and are huge compared to yesterday's and with the included configurator software that works on a Mac and a PC, they are a breeze to set up!

Colors: Black, Silver
$159.00, Buy it here.

[posted by katie]