Collection — houseware
Houseware
An assortment of domestic trinkets whose sole purpose is to convince anyone entering your home that you are a fully functioning adult who has mastered the art of accessorizing—despite the fact that you once used a cereal bowl as a planter and felt pretty good about it.
Small Ceramic Snake
Handcrafted ceramic serpents from Carter & Rose bring whimsy to any space—nestle one among your houseplants or gift it as a quirky desk companion. Since each snake is individually sculpted, yours will be delightfully one-of-a-kind with its own personality. These pint-sized pals measure roughly 2.5x2x1 inches and arrive in a charming triangle box, ready to spark joy and giggles wherever they land.
White Sardines 20" Tea Towel - Silkscreened 100% Cotton
Wrap your kitchen in whimsy with this charming tea towel featuring Julie Peach's delightful sardine illustration. Crafted from soft, durable 100% cotton and silkscreened with care by Fair Trade International certified partners in India, it's as thoughtful as it is functional. The generous 20" square fits perfectly in any kitchen, washes up beautifully in the machine, and arrives ready to gift or keep. Designed in Denver with a commitment to ethical production and sustainability—because good design should feel good all around.
Celebration Matches
Celebration Matches from Piecework Puzzles are the kind of thing you buy thinking you'll use them sparingly, for special occasions, but then you find yourself lighting them just to watch the flame flicker while contemplating your life choices. They're functional, sure, but mostly they're an excuse to feel like you've got your act together—like someone who owns matches in a decorative box is someone who has things figured out. We like to think they capture that same peculiar satisfaction you get from completing a puzzle: the small victory of making disparate pieces fit into something whole. Light one and pretend, for just a moment, that you're the kind of person who celebrates the ordinary.
No-Face Bottle Opener - Handcrafted in Black Walnut/Sapele
Inspired by No-Face from Spirited Away, this bottle opener proves that functional objects can also be small works of art. Crafted from premium Black Walnut and Sapele wood, it combines beauty with purpose—the kind of thing you'll actually want visible on your bar or desk rather than hidden in a drawer. At 4.75 inches tall, it's substantial enough to feel substantial in your hand, with stainless steel components that promise years of reliable service. Whether you're a devoted fan of minimalist design, someone who appreciates genuine woodcraft, or just tired of using your teeth to open bottles, this handmade piece delivers both function and charm. Each one is unique, which means yours will be slightly different from everyone else's, much like the rest of us, really.
Bookend - Silver
The elegant Bookend in silver is perfect for organizing the books. The sculptural expression makes it decorative in itself, so it is beautiful on the shelf. Organize the crime-novels on the bookshelf or keep track of the cookbooks in the kitchen with this bookend. Materials: 100% Metal, Silver plated Dimensions: H3.94 x W7.87 in Weight: 1.3007
Walking Egg Tray - Handmade/Table Decoration
These delightful wooden trays arrive with actual chicken or goose feet—well, convincingly carved ones—and they're made from beechwood that's been sanded to a butter-smooth finish. Available in two sizes, they're the sort of thing you'd display proudly on a shelf, then nervously relocate when your mother-in-law visits. Serve cheese, corral your loose change, or simply enjoy the absurdist humor of having poultry appendages in your living room. Each one is handmade by artisans who clearly have a sense of whimsy, which means no two are exactly alike. It's the kind of purchase that makes you feel both sophisticated and slightly ridiculous—the best kind.
Orange Three Footed Planter with Saucer
Display your favorite plants in style with this charming orange ceramic planter. Standing on three graceful feet, it elevates your greenery—literally and figuratively—while the airy design keeps roots happy and healthy. The included saucer catches water runoff, protecting your furniture from unsightly rings and stains. Whether you're nurturing delicate orchids or trailing succulents, this eight-inch beauty works equally well in a sunlit corner or on a bookshelf. It's the kind of planter that makes you feel like you've got your life together, even if you're still figuring out the whole watering schedule thing.
Mushroom Tea Towel
Here's a Mushroom Tea Towel that's been lovingly screen-printed by hand in the studio using water-based ink. It's 19 by 19 inches of 100% natural cotton—the kind of flour sack material that actually absorbs things. Each one is printed individually and cured by hand, so you'll notice slight variations in the details. I like to think of these imperfections as character, though I understand if you prefer to call them happy accidents. Either way, you're getting a genuinely handmade piece that's both functional and decorative, assuming you can find a wall in your kitchen that isn't already covered with other things you swore you'd use.
Moroccan Bodega Glasses
Introducing our Moroccan Bodega Glasses—where artisan craftsmanship meets everyday versatility! Each set of 6 features handblown recycled glass with charming bubbles and organic variations that make every glass one-of-a-kind. Their elegant Spanish wine glass silhouette transitions seamlessly from morning espresso to evening cocktails, playing beautifully with our coordinating pitchers, wine glasses, and tumblers. Expect delightful size differences—that's the handmade magic! Standing 2" tall with a 7 fl oz capacity.
Blue Sardines 20" Tea Towel - Silkscreened 100% Cotton
Meet your new kitchen companion—a charming 20-inch cotton tea towel featuring Julie Peach's whimsical blue sardines design. Hand-silkscreened in India by a Fair Trade International certified partner, this piece brings together artistic flair and ethical production. Durable enough for daily use and simple to care for with machine washing, it arrives beautifully packaged with care instructions. Designed in Denver, made responsibly, and ready to add a splash of personality to your culinary space.
Kyoto Outdoor Cushion Square - Garden Green/Off White
Settle into comfort with our Kyoto square cushion, a delightfully unpretentious addition to any outdoor space. Crafted entirely from recycled polyester—because apparently we're all trying to save the planet now, and honestly, good for us—this cushion features charming stripes that somehow manage to look both effortlessly chic and genuinely inviting. The removable, washable cover means you can actually live with it without guilt, and at 42 by 42 centimeters, it's the perfect size for contemplating life's small mysteries from your terrace or balcony. It's the kind of thing that makes you feel like you've got your life together, even if you don't.
Dutch Broom Hanger
After a decade of peddling these contraptions to every soul who wandered into our shop, we've finally taken matters into our own hands—quite literally. This Dutch broom hanger is our homage to a gift from Gary Glascock, a man who taught me that a broom deserves better than to languish in a corner like yesterday's newspaper. The mechanism is refreshingly honest: a wooden ball that obeys the laws of gravity with the reliability of a banker's conscience. Push upward and it releases; pull downward and it locks tight enough to hold your Dutch broom, your towels, or whatever else you've deemed worthy of wall space. No springs, no nonsense—just wood doing what wood has done since the beginning of time. Crafted from Kentucky lumber, each hanger carries the virtue of being locally sourced, which is to say we've spared the trees of distant lands and supported our neighbors instead. At 8½ inches tall and 4½ inches wide, it fits most handle sizes with the generosity of a well-meaning relative. Pair it with our matching broom handles for a display that suggests you've got your life organized—even if you don't.
Black Footed Planter with Saucer
Display your favorite plants in style with this charming black footed planter—a piece that somehow manages to be both understated and impossible to ignore. The ceramic construction feels substantial in your hands, while the raised feet create just enough breathing room beneath for proper drainage and airflow. That detached saucer? It's basically a tiny insurance policy against water rings on your furniture. At 4" x 4" x 3.75", it's the perfect size for a treasured succulent, a cheerful flowering plant, or whatever greenery you're currently convinced will finally thrive under your care. Works equally well in modern minimalist spaces or rooms that lean toward traditional charm. A small vessel with surprisingly big personality.
Cherry Tea Towel
Meet your new kitchen companion—a cherry-printed cotton tea towel that's equal parts functional and delightfully imperfect. At 19 by 19 inches, it's generously sized for drying dishes, wiping counters, or draping dramatically over your shoulder while you contemplate dinner. Crafted from 100% natural cotton in that classic flour sack weave, it's soft enough to actually use and sturdy enough to survive the washing machine's spin cycle. Each one is hand-screenprinted in my studio with water-based ink, which means yours will have its own quirky personality—slight color variations, tiny imperfections, the whole charming mess of something made by actual human hands rather than robots. Consider those variations not flaws, but proof that a real person cared enough to make it.
Snake Plate
Celebrate the Snake's year with a plate that refuses to be ordinary. Serve dinner on it, hang it like you've got taste, or let it sit on your shelf looking mysteriously intelligent—we won't judge. This isn't just dinnerware; it's a conversation starter that whispers rather than shouts, perfect for anyone who appreciates a little serpentine charm with their meals or their décor.
Tip Tap Tumblers – Set of Two
These aren't just any tumblers—they're the kind of glassware that makes you wonder why you waited so long to treat yourself. Polspotten's signature design shines through in vibrant, cheerful hues that transform an ordinary beverage into something worth celebrating. Whether you're raising a toast or simply enjoying a quiet moment, these colorful vessels remind you that life's small pleasures deserve a little extra sparkle. Grab a pair and discover why people can't stop talking about them.
Natural Slab Candleholder
Handcrafted from terra cotta, this delightfully quirky candleholder brings a touch of earthy charm to any corner of your home. Its natural slab design—wonderfully imperfect in all the right ways—creates an understated elegance that somehow manages to feel both rustic and refined. At 3.5"L x 4"W x 1"H, it cradles a standard 2" diameter candle with the kind of casual confidence you'd expect from something so unpretentiously beautiful. Light a candle, watch the glow dance across its textured surface, and suddenly your room has personality. Just give it a gentle spot clean when needed, and it'll reward you with years of ambient contentment.
Black Striped Ceramic Candle Holder - Large
Behold: a ceramic vessel that someone—presumably with steadier hands than mine—has lovingly painted with stripes and fired in a kiln. It's from the Firebug Collection by 47th & Main, which sounds like a place that definitely exists. Each one is handmade and hand-painted, meaning yours will be gloriously unique in ways that might include slightly uneven stripes, which I choose to interpret as intentional artistry rather than human error. Available in two sizes and colors, you can arrange them together for maximum impact or scatter them about like you're decorating for a ceramic-based emergency. Perfect for holding candles, or just sitting there looking thoughtfully striped while you contemplate your life choices.
Handwoven Throw Blanket | Positive Vibrations
Imagine a blanket that's been waiting its whole life to accompany you on adventures—whether that's sprawling across your living room like you own the place or wrapping around you under stars that actually matter. This handwoven treasure, crafted from 100% recycled clothing in Mexico, softens with every wash, becoming more like an old friend who finally gets your jokes. At 6.5 feet by 4.1 feet and a substantial 3.25 pounds, it's substantial enough to mean something. Designed in Colorado with the kind of optimism usually reserved for people who've never checked their bank accounts, each blanket plants a tree and carries the unmistakable charm of being genuinely one-of-a-kind. Machine wash cold, tumble dry low, and prepare to wonder how you ever lived without it.
Sleek White Bone Handle Magnifying Glass & Letter Opener
I bought this magnifying glass and letter opener set expecting to feel like a sophisticated detective, and honestly, I wasn't disappointed—though I did spend twenty minutes examining my own fingerprints like some sort of amateur forensicist. The white bone handles have that understated elegance that makes you feel vaguely important while opening bills you'd rather not read. The magnifying glass actually works, which is more than I can say for most things I've purchased on impulse. The letter opener is sharp enough to be dangerous, which I appreciate in a tool. It's the kind of gift that makes people think you've got your life together, even if you're just using it to read the expiration dates on condiments. Practical, attractive, and somehow makes mundane tasks feel like you're solving a mystery.
Kyoto Outdoor Cushion Square - Olive
Behold the Kyoto Outdoor Cushion—a square marvel of recycled polyester that somehow manages to be both environmentally responsible and genuinely pleasant to look at. Those stripes? They're not just there to make you feel better about yourself, though they certainly do. Plop this thing on your terrace or balcony and suddenly you've got yourself a cozy little corner that says, "I care about the planet, but I also care about comfort." The whole affair—cover and filling—is made from recycled polyester, which means you can feel virtuous while lounging. And when life inevitably happens (spills, mysterious stains, the general chaos of outdoor living), simply remove the cover and toss it in the wash. It's the kind of practical luxury that makes you wonder why all cushions aren't like this. Material: 100% recycled polyester | Dimensions: H42 x W42 cm
Italian Olivewood Box Cheese Grater
Forget fancy gadgets—sometimes the best kitchen tools are the ones that actually work and happen to look gorgeous doing it. This Italian olive wood cheese grater is proof that you don't need much to impress people at dinner. The sharp metal grate handles hard cheeses like parmesan, Romano, and asiago with ease, while the wooden box catches every precious shred and keeps your countertop from looking like a cheese crime scene. Handcrafted in Umbria using techniques that have survived centuries, each piece carries the kind of character you can't manufacture. A little olive oil now and then keeps the wood happy, and suddenly you're not just grating cheese—you're participating in Italian tradition. It's the kind of thing that makes you feel slightly more sophisticated than you probably are.
Servilletas - Set of 4 Mexican Napkin
Celebrate Mexico's textile legacy with these four vibrant servilleta napkins, where centuries of artisan tradition meets contemporary flair. Woven with the same spirit that kept tortillas warm for generations, these 24" x 18" beauties do double duty—they're equally at home cradling fresh-off-the-comal bread or transforming your table into a festival of color. Each set rotates through six different designs, so you'll never quite know which cheerful pattern you're getting, which feels like a small gift to yourself every time you open the package. Machine washable acrylic means they're practically indestructible, ready to brighten your dining room, serve as tea towels, or simply exist as proof that joy can be both functional and affordable. Four napkins per set. Because good things, like Mexican textiles, deserve to be shared.
Ghost Board
Here lies the Ghost Board—a cutting and serving vessel so spectral in appearance, it makes your charcuterie look positively haunted. We didn't set out to create a ghost, mind you; it simply emerged from the wood like an apparition nobody asked for but everyone secretly wanted. Crafted from reclaimed hardwood that would've otherwise met a chippier fate, this board gives condemned timber a second act—quite literally a chance to haunt your dinner table. Hand-finished and built to withstand actual use, this is a functional object with more personality than most people you'll meet. Perfect for cutting, serving, or simply standing about looking mysteriously sculptural.