Dear readers of Modern Flat… :) I just recieved an email from ABSOLUT Vodka in regards to a promotional event that some might find interesting or even want to participate in. Instead of trying to re-write it for you, I’ve decided to just post the email in whole. That way you can get all the [...]
Only the Japanese could think of this…
Although it looks like a stylish seat cushion, it’s actually much more. Yes, this is a USB seat warmer! Just in time for winter, from a company called Thanko. All you do is plug it into the nearest USB port and you’ve got heat. There’s even an on/off switch and a temperature control, so you [...]
DIY Miniature Eames Chair (for the kids)
The other day while browsing one of my favourite websites (Apartment Therapy), a particular post got my attention, a post on an unusual “garbage find”. Someone found an Eames chair left out on the curb on garbage day! I can’t believe it, imagine. Alright, I admit, the idea of collecting other people’s “trash” isn’t too [...]
Artsy without the fartsy
The other day I discovered a great website, Daily Painters. Every day there are new paintings listed (for sale) by artists… about 100 or so listed daily. As far as the art is concerned, there’s a bit of everything so finding something to suit your taste and décor shouldn’t be too tough. You’ll probably see [...]
Nothing but hot air…
Check this out: The Electrolux Airwash What is it? A washing machine of course! No, seriously. It’s a washing machine that doesn’t use water. It washes clothes using compressed air and negative ions… or something like that. The design is inspired by a waterfall, go figure… it’s inspired by a waterfall, yet uses no water… [...]
Too hot to handle
Ever placed a hot pot (or pan) onto a table or countertop only to find that the heat damaged the surface? No? Well it does happen (not to me of course, but to others)… I’m writing this for them. ;) Most people simply place a wooden (or plastic) chopping board, or purpose made cork protector [...]