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travel companion

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This classic design by Valextra brings a return to classic line and form.

REASON NOT TO PAY YOUR UNION DUES



The University of Southern California professor, Behrokh Khoshnevis, contour crafting machine will erect its first house in California within the next few months. The two-story house will built in less than 24 hours out of only concrete and gypsum — and without the help of a single human hand. This groundbreaking robo-builder has caused architectural community some sleepless nights, as the machine provides a new model for construction that drastically cuts just about everything, building timelines, material, manpower, and most importantly, waste and carbon emissions. Read more about at inhabitat

Hair metal book

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From the Steven Blush, who brought the world American Hardcore comes American Hair Metal.
"There was a time—not so long ago—when pomp and spandex dominated MTV and pop radio playlists. American Hair Metal celebrates this orgy of flamboyance, androgyny and animal magnetism, of big-haired alpha males and the beautiful women who surrounded them."

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The 160 page book is a timepiece.

Celebrity bitch print set

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Maui born, California resident Aiyana Udesen can draw. Recently available through Cannonball Press is a set of 5 prints, featuring some of our favorite celebrity ladies with an array of obscure animals. Be sure to check it out quick, as the edition size is only 20 and once there gone............

bumper sticker

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This is a worlds best, the only thing worse than not finding a parking spot is finding half a spot. Let them know where he stands with an "I Park Like An Idiot" bumper sticker from the creators of threadless.com. To feel inspired check out there site, and order the sticker here.

name of a bar

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The bar is named for a Prohibition-era art movement which produced seemingly anti-alcohol propoganda posters--which were actually encrypted maps to local speakeasies.

Death & Co, 433 E 6th St (Cross Street: Between 1st Avenue and Avenue A),
(212) 388-0882. We have not been there yet but lets just say its first on our list.
Before you go facts from citysearch....
The Extras
Bartenders, who hail from the likes of Milk & Honey, Flatiron Lounge and Pegu Club, know how to serve a dirty martini--with extra olive juice, in an ice-filled carafe. In addition to the $12 specialty cocktails, there are well-chosen wines, scotches and whiskies.
On the Menu
Think truffle oil mac and cheese and filet mignon wrapped in bacon ($8-$16).
Know Before You Go
Reservations are only accepted before 8pm--and afterward, the unpretentious policy is first come, first served. Parties of six or more may call ahead.

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world in a terrarium

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Paula Hayes creates these amazing creations in hand blown glass. Paula had the idea to create an independent ecosystem in really small crystal forms . The terrariums are built inside unique one of a kind forms. You can view here works here.