The exquisite hand-crafted leather key chain figures from Vanca Craft are great to behold. A photo just does not do these pieces justice, considering the level of detail and craftsmanship that goes into each one. They’re made with the finest genuine cowhide organically tanned with eco-friendly materials. After 120+ years of operation, you can expect a certain level of perfection. Click here to see our collection.

While you can find an interesting selection of contemporary watch designs from Projects Watches, they also feature some wristwatches designed by Daniel Will-Harris with some amazing “reveal” mechanisms for displaying time. The face of the Twilight Watch (pictured left) actually changes from light to dark every 20 seconds; other watches such as the Iridium or Reveal display only the necessary numerals. Hopefully these will be showing up on Pure Modern before too long....

Because you can never really see too many great wall decal designs, Blik features a myriad of designers and styles to select from. Usually a bold design choice, there’s really something for any setting there. From more “traditional” decal stickers like those from boodalee to the unique and whimsical collection of community-created designs from Threadless.



Also catching a few eyes is their collection of ultra-modern minimalist “headboards” (seen below). They’ve always been a fairly superfluous piece of furniture, so save the space and pick a headboard you can easily switch out when your mood changes.

Another company who featured some interesting new products last week were Japan’s own Saikai. Established in 1946, they have been distributing their products in the US since 1991, and featured several innovative ideas for the classic porcelain teapot design. Sadly, it’s a little too soon to find those creations online, so pictured above you will see their 1961 Good Design Award Winning G-style Soy Sauce Pot, and pictured below, the Stone Mug designed by Yasuki Sakamoto.

Sleek, contemporary doorbell buttons illuminated by long lasting, colored LED lights from Spore Inc are the most recent additions to our product catalog at Pure Modern. While they’re designed to work with most standard doorbell systems, they also can be used for garage doors, security systems or home automation with some amazing results. See our collection [ here ].

Pictured below: Spore Inc’s True LED Illuminated Doorbell Button (in Black with White LED; Aluminum with Blue LED) and Square LED Illuminated Doorbell Button in Amber.

Sonia Spencer features so many amazing Cufflink and Keychain designs, we could easily feature them here all year long. But I’ve selected just a couple of pieces that are very striking and indicative of her type of fun, colorful and playful creations.

First, the Pantone Reversible Dark Slate Square Cufflinks (pictured below) feature true Pantone Universe colorways and are available in several different funky color combinations. In addition, each pair can be reversed for two distinct looks.



Next, the truly captivating Fire Dancer Cufflinks (pictured below) - made with a fine lenticular lens holographic image, her full collection of Moving Image Keyrings and Cufflinks are all guaranteed to add some flashy style with hours of entertainment for your friends.

For the distinguished taste that changes with the season, Pure Modern now offers Sonia Spencer’s complete collection of Pantone Universe Color Chip Key Rings and Cufflinks.



Don’t feel intimidated, each Keyring and Cufflink set includes a guide to the seasonal Pantone colour palette. Click here to view our complete selection of Pantone Products, as well as Sonia Spencer Cufflinks and Keyrings!

From design house MEGAWING, the Chocolate Sweets Magnet looks and breaks apart exactly like a chocolate bar (No word yet on the taste). Each of the 15 little pieces contain a strong magnet and can be broken individually or kept together however you want!



Still need a unique magnet board to use? Look no further than the Leaf and Branch Magnet Board from Nuop. Elegant and artful, it’s a beautiful alternative to the clunky boards we’ve all come to expect.

On the final shopping day before Christmas, we have a couple (extremely) last minute gift ideas. Available with Overnight Shipping (can anyone put a price on love?) if you are willing to foot the bill. Or just make up an excuse, go with the Standard Ground Rate and gift it around New Years time!

Back in stock and available immediately, everyone’s favorite mini-garden, the Herb Pot Trio is the perfect gift for garden and herb lovers alike.



For a more modern gadget, check out Jonas Damon’s Open Edition LED Clock. A truly unique take on the classic digital clock format.

Finding that perfect gift is never easy, so here at Pure Modern we’re happy to showcase the items from our catalog that make unique and thoughtful gifts (and can be shipped to you this week!). So happy hunting - and keep in mind that every item featured this week is currently available with fast holiday shipping.

Direct from Brazil, artisan-crafted creations from Cut Designs are available in several different varieties. From the Shark Serving Knife Set (seen below) to the adorable Mouse Cheese Knife Set and Helping Hands Snack Fork Set, Cut Designs’ products are an excellent addition to any cocktail party or get-together.



For the budding designer, there’s DB Clay’s Ductbills Wallet Kit. Follow a template or create your own personal design, its a great complement to DB Clay’s other handmade wallet offerings the Golden Locks and Madras.

For the next week leading up to Christmas, we will be featuring many of our unique gift ideas currently available with fast holiday shipping.. And when it comes to gift-giving, what’s more important that that?

Originally seen here in August, we are now fully stocked with Moondrops Rechargeable Tealights - it’s a perfect little piece of intimate lighting that looks great indoors or out.



And now with Inatome’s Color Stick Lighter, smoking is finally cool again! This tiny fluid lighter fits right inside any cigarette pack waiting for use. Need a light? These are in stock and ready to ship!

I’ve been combing through our inventory looking for the best deals, and most importantly, available products that can be shipped immediately from our warehouse in Denver. With 4 business days to go until Christmas, that gives most locations plenty of time to have their order delivered with Standard Rate UPS (that’s 3-5 business days). And of course we’re always able to help out the last minute shopper with 2-Day and Overnight options.

First, a couple of ideas for the tabletop. The elegant Dove Salt & Pepper Shakers by Torre & Tagus are always a great gift, no matter what time of year. For names that appear on Santa’s famous list, you can get the Angelo Salt or Diabolo Pepper Shaker depending on their classification.



To light up any outdoor porch, patio or meeting area, try the Soji Modern Lantern by Allsop Garden. Finally a stylish modern look combined with the convenience and efficiency of a solar powered lamp.



For the moneymaker in your life, we have several J.Fold and DB Clay wallet styles in stock. Featured below, two of J.Fold’s thin wallet designs, the ultimate necessity for a night out. No more fumbling with that oversized billfold or trifold.



Finally, the perennial favorite Inspiration Tube Vase by Torre & Tagus. It’s simply the sleekest Zen garden-tube vase combination around. And, like all of the products features today, available for immediate shipment in time for the holiday!

Here’s a few recent additions to our catalog of funky modern watches by Alessi. First, the Daytimer by Will Alsop - it features a very distinctive modern look and is available in several different striking colorways, sure to please all the cubism fans out there.



For a more traditional design, you’ve got love the Ray series designed by Stephano Giovivanni. Available in Chronograph and Automatic designs (seen below l-r)

It’s not everyday Blomus unveils a new addition to their exquisite line of clean-burning ventless fireplaces. The new Chimo Outdoor Fireplace is similar in design to their fall 2009 additions but created with outdoor use specifically in mind. They don’t provide any heat, so their contribution is purely superficial (like all the best things in the world). See our complete collection here.

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Art...what is it? Is it a splash of color on a canvas, a still photograph of inanimate objects, or a line drawn on a piece of paper? You be the judge.  Upon my visit to sunny Miami, I was blind to the art this city had to offer.  PJ introduced me to this one unique artist that embraces pop culture in a funky and cool kind of way.  Miami based artist, Romero Britto (seen in PJ’s earlier post), creates vibrant and bold art that is definitely an eye catcher in any-one’s collection.  Upon my departure from MIA I couldn’t resist passing up the Britto gift store to browse and smile at all of his fun and unique creations.  Following the tastes of my mentor PJ, I just had to add a fun piece to my decor.  This piece, “From The Heart”, about wraps up my visit to beautiful Miami - equivalent to the joy music brings in my life.  Here’s to walking in your artful taste, PJ!  Just call me Felipe =)