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Chopsticks etc

Chopsticks are my preferred utensils, not because I’m a Chinese but because it’s just a preference. I can’t explain the pleasure derived from lifting food with sticks and neither am I able to explain ALL the enthusiasm demonstrated by designers who desire to make chopsticks an absolute pleasure for anyone to use!

Restless chopsticks [浮箸] from Plywood

The chopsticks are rest-less because they don’t have to rest. The tapered design ensures a hygienic distance between the tips and the dining surface. An award-winning creation by Mikiya Kobayashi. Available at Amazon.jp or Concierge (for my sg friends).

Left to right, top to bottom:
Pick up chopsticks by Stig Ahlström
Novelty chopstick spoon
Forkchops
Snacksticks
3Way Chopsticks from RoboChris
The ‘b-side’ fork + chopstick by Alessandro Busana
Party people chopsticks

Left to right, top to bottom:
Stix eyewear by Brad Gressel
Kitastick chopsticks
Tukaani chopsticks by Lincoln Kayiwa (Inspired by a Toucan’s bill.)
Spectacle arms turn chopsticks
A kujira (whale) sponge from e-goods (Had to show you what a whale mouth is for.)

Possibly the shortest pair of chopsticks

Chapter: Etc picks Comments (3)   2008.09.30

Formula 1 was in town

Last night our little island played host to the first ever F1 Grand Prix night race. Race proper started at 8pm.

Hub and I were a short distance away from the street circuit in the city’s shopping area. The sound of the speeding cars spinning away sounded very much like fighter jets.

The live telecast was shown free on a wide-screen in a nearby mall and that’s where I took these pictures. Half the time, I find myself staring at the sponsors’ names displayed prominently on each racer’s car and helmet. Now I understand why these cars are called the world’s fastest moving billboards.

Chapter: City rounds Comments (3)   2008.09.29

Hallmark Gift Wrapping Book

BlanKid Buddy® – 4-In-1 Blanket, Backpack, Pillow, & Plush Animal


CR Gibson Precious Platinum Wedding Memory Book



CR Gibson Precious Platinum Wedding Memory Book


$32.66


Precious Platinum Wedding Memory Book. Record special memories from courtship, showers, wedding preparation, as well as the ceremony on our decorated pages. Acid-Free, Lignin-Free pages. Gift pages with accompanying numerical stickers. Gift Boxed. Pearlized paper covers, silver foil stamping, and metal embellishments. C.R. Gibson invented the first baby book in 1898, and since then families around…

Dr Seuss Cat Hat, One Fish Etc Gift Wrap Wrapping Paper Set



Dr Seuss Cat Hat, One Fish Etc Gift Wrap Wrapping Paper Set



Dr Seuss Wrapping Paper Set. Containing 12 sheets of wrapping paper in 6 different designs each measuring 20 by 27 inches. The perfect way to wrap gifts for any occasion!…



Chapter: Gift wrap ideas Comments (0)   2008.09.28

Gift Wrapping Quotes

Cameron opening his Perkis Power shirt.


Hallmark Gift Wrap EJR968 Wedding Words Roll Wrap



Hallmark Gift Wrap EJR968 Wedding Words Roll Wrap


$4.68


Heavy Duty Paper with Cutting Lines…

How the Grinch Stole Christmas!



How the Grinch Stole Christmas!


$2.60


You’re a mean one, Mr. Grinch. But are you rotten enough to ruin Whoville’s Christmas Whobilation this year, even after Cindy Lou Who nominates you to be the Cheermeister of the event? Based on Dr. Seuss’s wacky and wonderful classic picture book, How the Grinch Stole Christmas and the motion picture screenplay of the same name, this novelization elaborates on the story of a holiday gone…


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Wrapping Gifts Ideas

Gift Wrapping Ideas : Adding Gift Wrapping Accents


Bread Loaf Bags, Pack of 50



Bread Loaf Bags, Pack of 50


$6.95


Whether baking for home use, sale or gifts, these loaf sized (8″ x 4″ x 18″) plastic bags are a must. Clear poly bags. Packages of 50….

Wilton Silver Fanci-Foil Wrap



Wilton Silver Fanci-Foil Wrap


$5.41


Fanci-Foil Wrap. This Food-safe foil is ideal for wrapping your cake boards, and lining plates and baskets. It’s Grease and moisture resistant so cakes aren’t the only thing it’s good for! Measurement: 25 sq.ft. (20 inches x 15 feet) roll. Various colors are available (each sold separately). Made in USA….


Chapter: Gift wrap ideas Comments (0)   2008.09.26

Pop Up Book and Bon Appetit rugs

Do you like a rug with a sense of humor? Well I do and even more when it looks so cute with a child on it!

The Pop Up Book and Bon Appetit rugs are created by Bob Foundation, a design and art venture started by Mitsunori Asakura and Hiromi Suzuki, both graduates from St. Martin’s College in London.

Each piece costs 26,667 Yen (approx. SGD 355/USD 249).

Fuzzy microfibre cloth

It absorbs stains but won’t stain itself – that was the startling sales message from the salesman. He proved it by washing off sticky engine grease and cheap lipstick. I had enough. SOLD! 2 pieces per box – orange and white. I use the white for floors and orange for tabletops.

I did my own test with another formidable opponent – turmeric. Who do you think won? I had secretly hoped it wouldn’t be turmeric but not a chance, it defeated the white microfbre. But the good news is, the yellowing has now vanished without a trace after repeated use and rinses.

Chapter: Japanese + zakka Comments (1)   2008.09.25

Uline Gift Wrapping Tissue Paper


Frosty Dot Gift Bags with Red Tissue Paper - 10



Frosty Dot Gift Bags with Red Tissue Paper – 10


$12.75


Frosty Dot Transparent Gift Bags with Red Tissue Paper Chipboard panel reinforces bottom and allows easy standing and loading. Side gussets allow room for thick or bulky items. Sturdy 4 mil thick poly keeps its shape and holds heavier objects. 8″ x 5″ x 10″ 10 Gift Bags – 20 Sheets Red Tissue Paper (15″ x 20″)…


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