>> lisa bengtsson baronessa trays

Gorgeous ($65). Perfect for use as a table topper or serving tray. Measures 18" diameter and made from sustainable wood.

Kanken rucksack

Ok, one more thing. This bag ($99). Love it.

Skeppshult bikes

It's finally almost bike season in Chicago, despite the fact that the weather forecast called for snow last night. Srsly, Chicago, WTF, let's go, this is getting really dumb. Everywhere else magnolia trees are blooming and the sun is shining! If I had any choice in bikes I think I'd get my mitts on a Swedish designed Skeppshult. The company claims there are many reasons people love Skeppshult. Some appreciate Swedish design, some like the upright seat positions, some prefer Skeppshult for the easy to operate gear shift and brake system, and then there's those who choose Skeppshult simply because a good looking bike inspires them to ride more often. That would be me. The downside is of course the prices start at around $1800 and work there way on up from them. Click here for more info.

New items at Erik Schedin

I blogged about Swedish designer Erik Schedin's minimalist shop that only sells one pair of sneakers, a pair of spectacles, and Pledge furniture wax last summer. He has just added three more items: two bags made from vintage boats sails ($210 each), and a radio direction finder—that isn't for sale!? I'm not even going to try an make sense of this store, and to be honest, I don't think I could even with an MFA in post-modern art theory, but I do think he has an interesting aesthetic. Check out his store and see if you have some intellectual insight on this guy's mind, I'd be interested to hear your thoughts. Go to his store by clicking here.