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I Am Boey Magnets

We love artist Boey for his intricate designs on styrofoam cups. Now we can stick our love for him on any [magnetic] surface with these handmade button magnets ($10) which feature Boey, Mom and friends

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Wu & Wu Dumpling Dynasty’s Pigtail Kit

There’s a fine line between celebrating “Asian” styles and exploiting it. We’re putting the Dumpling Dynasty on the right side. Artist Fiona Hewitt combines her experience living in China with the romantic, bizarre and nostalgic in her Wu & Wu … Continue reading

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Eggling’s Nyokki Grass Cups

Remember Ch-Ch-Ch-Chia pets? Yeah, SO 1980’s, or whenever they came out.  Gardening goes from kitschy to adorable with these hand-made sprout cups from Japan called Nyokki ($24.95). These grass pets come in pairs, so they’ll never be lonely! Pick from … Continue reading

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Origami Sticky Notes

Add a little crafty twist to your workspace with these Origami Sticky Notes ($3.75). If you’re wondering why someone who fork over money for these instead of regular Post-Its, each of these feature instructions on how to fold your leftover … Continue reading

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Crowded Teeth Bunny Socks

Bunnies on the brain and bunnies on our feet….or our calves, to be more precise. The designs from Crowded Teeth are so cute, it hurts our teeth! So of course having Michelle Romo’s designs on a pair of knee socks … Continue reading

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Classic Hello Kitty Wallet

Hello Kitty may never speak, but she’ll at least keep her eyes on your wallet. FredFlare offers this classic Hello Kitty wallet ($32) made of faux leather and features 6 card pockets, a snap closure and a back zipper pocket.

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Made Jewelry’s Broadway Bracelet

Bronze chains are softened with sage suede in this bracelet by MADE Jewelry ($44), from the design fingertips of Debbie Sheen and Abigail Rivamonte. The line was created by the two women seeking a creative outlet during their final year … Continue reading

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Lawrence Yang’s Bloom GelaSkins

There’s something about Lawrence Yang’s art that seems so ethereal and mysterious, like distinct memories from a dream that you can almost remember. Now you can take his art on the go with GelaSkins, a removable cover for portable devices … Continue reading

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Southeast Asian Silkscreened Shirts

How is this for last minute: Patrick out of San Jose, CA, is doing a final batch of silk-screened T-Shirts that says SOUTH EAST ASIAN ($15) before he moves and quite possibly loses his silkscreen press. Straight out of the … Continue reading

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Street Fighter II Chun-Li 1/8 Scale PVC Figure

How is it that Chun-Li hasn’t aged? Look, we’re in our early to mid-thirties and we’ve all been putting quarters on the Street Fighter II machines at the local 7-11s when we were in Junior High; clearly, the self-proclaimed “Strongest … Continue reading

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Instant Ramen Cupmen from h concept

The worst part about instant ramen is the wait–the horrid wait after you pour in the hot water, close the top and wait until the noodles and broth are ready. Thanks to Cupmen from h concept (840円 = $10), the … Continue reading

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Sumofish “Dog-zeki” T-Shirt

East meets West in the delicious form of a hot dog Sumo wrestler, as depicted by this “Dog-zeki” shirt from Sumofish ($20). The SF-based t-shirt company is known for their designs that feature both Japanese and American pop culture, and … Continue reading

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