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Dr. Clarisse von Wunschheim On Arbitrating Your China Disputes, Part III. I
2012-02-05 16:08:00 This is part III (the last) of Dr. Clarisse von Wunschheim's three part series of guest posts on China arbitration. I asked Dr. von Wunschheim to write this series because arbitration is so important to so many China transactions and she literally wrote the book on China arbitration: Enforcement of Commercial Arbitral Awards in China. More from Dr. Von Wunschheim: PART 3: -; Relevant Criteria for Selection between Arbitration in or outside China – Are enforcement issues really so important? In my previous posts, I set out the context of the battle between arbitration in or outside China and the arguments that the supporters of each option commonly rely upon. I further explained the reasons why I am not convinced by most these arguments, the main reason being that I believe the pros and cons invoked by the supporters of either option to be largely directed by their fear and ignorance of the other option, and are n...
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Emil Werstler:Guitar Clinic Part 4 of 5
2012-02-05 01:39:00 Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath, Levi/Werstler) Guitar Improvisation Clinic Part 4 of 5. Emil Werstler and Mike Ault demonstrate and explore improvisation concepts at Experience PRS 2011. Topics include the pros and cons of pattern playing, imperfections of the guitar, and developing personality as a player. FPE-TV Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath, Levi/Werstler) Guitar Clinic Part 4 of 5
Selling Domain Names On Ebay Part Ii
2012-02-04 23:31:00 by kieren mccarthy Analyzing eBay completed listing of domain sales for last two weeks in -00 price range.The main difficulty is to determine if the actual sales are real, especially at the high end of the range. In fact, the very first reported sale 9 for “Google Nexus One Premier Domain Pack” (the title itself ...
Dr. Clarisse von Wunschheim On Arbitrating Your China Disputes, Part II. In
2012-02-04 17:08:00 This is part II of Dr. Clarisse von Wunschheim's series of guest posts on China arbitration. I asked to write this series because arbitration is of such crucial importance to so many China transactions and she literally wrote the book on China arbitration: Enforcement of Commercial Arbitral Awards in China. More from Dr. Von Wunschheim: PART 2: -; Pros & Cons of Arbitration Inside and Outside China In my previous post, I tried to establish that though the question of whether to arbitrate in or outside China may seem to be primarily relevant for so-called ‘foreign-related’ contracts, it actually concerns all kinds of China-related contracts. Today’s post aims to determine the main pros and cons of each option, as well as the current trends which they give rise to. Referring to the arguments most often invoked by the supporters of each option, the main pros and cons can be summarized as follows: ARBITRATI...
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15 Creative Staircases and Modern Staircase Designs - Part 4.
2012-02-04 13:29:00 Collection of unique, creative, unusual and modern staircase designs from around the globe. Glass Staircase: Glass cantilever staircase with full height independent glass panel balustrade and wall fixed handrail.Box Stairs: Creative box stairs by Blencowe-Levine "are part of a roof studio addition to a home in Battersea."Storage Stairs: No matter how much space you've got, you may need intelligent storage solutions.Convenient Stairs: These creative stairs are designed for easy access.Hidden Door Staircase: This staircase doubles as a door for a secret room.Stairs by EeDesign: Based on Veronoi diagrams and using the methods pioneered with Leonardo, the stair design is randomly created for each project.Helical Stairs: These stairs are defined by having balustrade to both sides.Reconstructible Wooden Staircase: It's a part of a reconstructible three-story structure made from laminated timber; if a need arises it can be reconstructed elsewhere.Interlace Stairs: In these stairs, the i...
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15 Creative Bed Sheets and Cool Duvet Designs - Part 4.
2012-02-03 13:29:00 Collection of creative bedding and cool duvet designs from all over the world. Sleeved Blanket: These are limited edition duvet covers with sleeves. It keeps your hands warm while reading in bed. Bedtime Stories Blanket: An interesting way to read books right before you go to bed, part of an interesting project named Sleepless.Classic Arcade Fleece Blanket: Now get comfortable with this warm classic arcade fleece blanket. Chocolate Bed Toppings: You may get some sweet dreams in this chocolate bedding. Bob Bedding: This duvet comes with a printed photo of a curled up sleeping dog that goes by the name Bob.The Buon Appetito Duvet Cover: Ruler Bed Sheets: It comes with a ruler printed right on the sheet with the numbers rising outwards from warm to cold colors. Car Blankets: They remind you that driving tired isn't good.NES Bed Sheets: Creative bedding set inspired by the classic NES console.Deer Kid's Duvet Cover: This bed linen, comes with a beautiful photo print of a deer, will ...
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Dr. Clarisse von Wunschheim On Arbitrating Your China Disputes, Part I. The
2012-02-03 05:08:00 We are always writing on the importance of China contracts having a well-crafted dispute resolution provision. My favorite line about this is the following, from the post, "Arbitration In Your China Contract. Adult Supervision Required": With sushi restaurants, it's the yellow-fin. With new houses, it's the windows. With international contracts, it's the dispute resolution provision. The "it" I am talking about is the one easiest, fastest, most accurate, way to judge whether something is good or not. And the way I judge international contracts is by heading straight to the dispute resolution provision. The well crafted provision is, above all else, unambiguous. If it calls for litigation, it says where it will be and what law will apply. And it says who will pay for it and under what circumstances. If it calls for arbitration, it says where it will be, how many arbitrators will be required, how the arbitrators will be chosen, the language of the proce...
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Cast Part Alternative Material
2012-02-02 13:05:00 has anybody found a good alternate material for beryllium copper to be used as a cast part?
The Super (Science) Bowl, part two
2012-02-02 08:02:00 If you missed part one, read that. Or don't: see if I care. But no really, please read part one here. ------- Does Football Predict the Future? Sometimes we get heinous statements like "If an NFC team wins the Super Bowl, stock prices go up." Or even "The Super Bowl influences elections.
The Super (Science) Bowl, part one
2012-02-01 19:56:00 This Sunday brings one of the most honored feasts of annual rite. Millions of individuals will fill bars, homes and man caves to remotely experience the exhilaration of violent contest between worthy foe. The spectacle will be celebrated with food, drink, gambling and camaraderie. THIS… IS
The End Of Cheap China, Part IV. More On How YOU Must Prepare For It.
2012-02-01 16:38:00 By: Steve Dickinson In my previous post in this series on the end of cheap China, I noted that the risks relating to purchases from Chinese manufacturers are rising in the export sector in China's Eastern provinces. Given the risks, it surprises me that I still see many buyers who continue to use the worst payment system possible in their dealings with Chinese manufacturers. The standard (terrible) system for payment in most of the export sector is: 30% down payment on signing of contract with the remaining 70% payable prior to shipment.Why is this a terrible system for the Buyer? Let's consider the deposit system first. It is common for a Buyer to learn that the manufacturer is not able to make the product, makes the product with excessive defects or substantially delays in delivering the product. If the Buyer has paid a 30% deposit, the Buyer is basically "stuck" with the manufacturer and is not able to go elsewhere even after these problems are discovered. I have seen many Buye...
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15 Unusual Mirrors and Creative Mirror Designs - Part 4.
2012-02-01 13:16:00 Check yourself in style with these creative mirrors and unusual mirror designs from all over the world. Slide Mirror: Designed by Sylvain Willenz, "its a simple graphic drawing, which plays with reflection, perception and depth."Massi Mirror: Designed by Claudio Silvestrin, it has a white or blue lighting installation, and a circle of light pours out from the back of the mirror.Glow Mirror by Sotirios Papadopoulos: These cool mirrors are printed with a material developed by the designer, that creates a glowing effect when the lights go out.3D Mirrors:Standing Mirror: This unusual mirror has stylish legs; one foot leans on the wall and the other foot on the floor.'Through the Looking Glass' by Romy van den Broek: The mirror functions as a touch screen and uses software to record every move of those touching it.Mamanonmama Mirrors by HORM: The range has different sized wall-mirrors that can be combined to create the shapes and designs that personalize your space.Espejo Miralmar Mirr...
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Jack N. Young StuntMan(part 2) From Snorkel To Stirrups
2012-01-31 20:47:00 In part one I looked at the way that a very successful (or maybe lucky) World War II Navy frogman survived over a 100 missions, returned home and had aspirations of becoming an actor. He headed to Hollywood to seek his fame and fortune. As you know Jack Young managed to get his first real break ...
The Legend of Granny Dollar, part 2 of 2
2012-01-31 06:00:00 (continued from yesterday…) When the Union forces first reached Atlanta, Callahan sent his daughter word not to go in for more goods, but to stay home with the children. From 30 miles away the loud roar of cannon could be clearly heard. She declared in 1928 that she would never forget the battle sound. Callahan ... You Might Also Like:The legend of Granny Dollar, part 1 of 2
Milan Polak: Announces Euro tour dates as part of Overtures
2012-01-30 22:26:00 Get to the awesome Milan Polak live in Europe... this guys rips it up! February 2nd, Thursday @ Rome, Italy @ Init Club February 3rd, Friday @ Udine, Italy @ Music Piper Club February 4th, Saturday @ Uster, Switzerland @ Rock City Club February 5th, Sunday @ Vienna @ Local Club February 6th, Monday @ @ Bielsko-Biala, Polonia @ Rudeboy Club February 7th, Tuesday @ Chemnitz, Germany @ Subway to Peter February 8th, Wednesday @ Prague, Czech Republic @ Exit Chmelnice February 9th, Thursday @ Cheb, Czech Republic @ Club Jazz Rock Cafè February 10th, Friday @ Amsterdam, The Netherlands @ The Cave Rock Club February 11th, Saturday @ Eernegen, Belgium @ Club B52 February 17th, Friday @ Dolenjske Toplice, Slovenia @ Club Kewdr February 18th, Saturday @ Postojna, Slovenia @ Jazzy Klub
The End Of Cheap China, Part III. How YOU Must Prepare For It.
2012-01-30 18:58:00 We have been writing frequently regarding the end of cheap China because we are just about every day seeing how this impacts our (mostly American) clients. This post by Steve Dickinson is on how buyers of manufactured product from China's Pearl River Delta are going to be impacted by the end of cheap China. Here is Steve's post: The excellent Chinese financial journal Cai Jing recently published an article, entitled, Dire Straits in the Pearl River Delta, detailing the financial problems facing export-oriented manufacturers in the Pearl River Delta region of Guangzhou Province. The article includes the standard lament that these businesses are not being adequately supported by the central government. However, the truth is that these manufacturing businesses are under financial pressure simply because they are no longer competitive. These manufacturers of toys, clothing, shoes, furniture and housewares are standard high volume, high employment, low technology and low margin operato...
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15 Creative Bathroom Gadgets For You - Part 2.
2012-01-30 13:57:00 A collection of cool bathroom gadgets and innovative creations designed to make things easy. Temji Shower Dial: Add these dials to your tap handles so you can instantly turn the shower on to your perfect temperature. RSStroom Reader: Creation of Yi Tien Electronics, it is a computer/printer/toilet fax that prints RSS headlines directly onto the toilet paper.iHouse SmartFaucet: It uses facial recognition technology and recognizes everyone who uses it and once it knows you, the tap will automatically turn on the water to your preferred temperature and flow. Apart from this, you can also use the touch screen to access e-mails, check the outside temperature, check your calendar, etc.Agape's Gerba Soap Dispenser: Designed by F. Bortolani & E. Righi, it's a cool dispenser for dispensing liquid soap in the shower. (Image: Credit).Toepener: This unique device enables one to open a door with their feet. Intelligent Drain by Roca: This intelligent drain by Roca, displays a digital reading...
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The legend of Granny Dollar, part 1 of 2
2012-01-30 06:00:00 She said she was 101 at the time of the interview in the January 28, 1928 issue of the Progressive Farmer, but she remembered the early days of childhood well. There is no doubt that Nancy Emmaline Callahan Dollar, who came to be known as “Granny Dollar,” was what is known as a character. This ... You Might Also Like:The Legend of Granny Dollar, part 2 of 2
Ron Paul Speech Part 1-4
2012-01-28 19:17:00 Here are the first four parts that have been uploaded so far from Ron Paul’s speech January 27 in Bangor, Maine. Filmed on my flip cam:
15 Cool Umbrellas and Creative Umbrella Designs - Part 6.
2012-01-28 13:45:00 Collection of unusual umbrellas and creative umbrella designs from all over the world. Square Umbrella: Cool umbrella with non-conventional canopy from Artlebedev.Umbrella Flask: A cool umbrella, its handle comes off to show out a drinking flask.Rosella Folding Umbrella: A unique umbrella by Nothing Design Group, its shaped like a beautiful rose when folded.'London Skyline' Umbrella: This cool black umbrella with a white London skyline from Squid London changes to multi-color upon contact with water. UmbROLLa: Its unique feature is a small ball in the top of the umbrella, so you don't need to hold the umbrella in the hand, just pull it along. Air Umbrella: This concept umbrella forms an air-curtain whose air comes into the intake and goes out into the outlet and its possible to control the size of the air curtain and is determined by the number of people using the air-umbrella. Color Changing Umbrella: This color changing umbrellas come printed with special ink, white when...
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15 Creative Pen Holders and Cool Pencil Holders - Part 2.
2012-01-27 14:49:00 Collection of creative pen holders and cool pencil holders to keep your desk organized. Multi Purpose Holder: This holder is perfect for any desk; it has a tape dispenser, paper clip storage, pens, pencils and memo holder.Wood Whale: Designed by E Pfeiffer, it will hold all your desk items in one place. These are handcrafted from reclaimed timber. 'Inbox' Mini Cargo Crates: These heavy-duty wooden shipping containers have been re-sized to your pens, tools, silverware, or any small items.Toga Holder: A multi-function holder that can hold your pens and your smartphones. Dinoz Herbs Garden/Pencil Holder: A multi-functional little dinosaur in which you can put inside herbs or use it as a pencil holder or a simple decorative piece.Hand Pen Holder: Created from a durable plastic and cement combo, this heavyweight hand shaped pen holder is perfect for holding all your desk items.Ventotene Memo and Pencil Holder: A multipurpose desktop organizer perfect for organizing memos, photographs, ...
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Rowlett Seeks Temporary Injunction against Gun Range: Part II
2012-01-27 09:01:00 Rowlett Seeks Temporary Injunction against Gun Range: Part II It’s not too often that I state an opinion on firearms, ammunition or their use that I am wrong, and I don’t say that to sound like a Mr. Know-it-all, but you see, I … Continue reading →
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How to Clean Your Wallpaper (Part Two)
2012-01-26 07:37:00 In the previous part of ?How to Clean Your Wallpaper? you learned the first 2 steps on the way to clean your wallpapers by yourself. Now we continue with the other things, that need to be done, so that your walls can look as good as freshly painted. We don’t change wallpapers every couple of ...
How to Clean Your Wallpaper (Part One)
2012-01-25 14:52:00 Wall coverings get dirty with the time and need an occasional cleaning. Since wallpapers are not the most common thing we clean everyday, here are some tips on how to do it the best way possible. The first step for cleaning a wallpaper is to vacuum it. Cleaners Hyde Park recommend to use a soft ...
15 Creative Tents and Cool Tent Designs - Part 2.
2012-01-25 12:14:00 The average tent isn't fun, they all look the same, thats where the limited-edition designer tents created to stand out by UK-based FieldCandy come in. They now have more than 40 different designs grouped in several collections by 18 artists. The selected group of talented artists, designers and photographers create creative designs that transform the flysheets. These creative tents are fun, exciting, individual and say something about who's inside them. (Image credit: fieldcandy).Don't miss to check out "Creative Tents and Cool Tent Designs - Part: 1| 2." More Interesting Posts:15 Creative and Cool Curtains.18 Creative and Cool Bookends.14 Creative and Cool Bath Plugs.15 Creative and Unusual Sofa Designs.11 Creative and Cool Cable Organizers.Creative and Cool Packing Tape Designs.
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15 Modern Speakers and Creative Speaker Designs - Part 2.
2012-01-24 13:24:00 Modern speakers and creative speaker designs from all over the world. Munny Speakers: Create your own Munny speakers out of a vinyl doll.Wireless Wheeler Speaker: It just about the same diameter as the tires on a Mazda MX-5 Miata, actually its a high-end wireless outdoor speaker that can be taken around anywhere you want.Speaker Buddies: These speakers are designed to work in pairs.Bbudd Speaker: The speakers are embedded into his feet.Equalizer Speakers: Its an unique speaker that integrates equalizer with the sound boxes. What more, just move each speaker that looks like a button on an equalizer and you can also easily find the equilibrium model for your each favorite tune. Altec Lansing OMNI: These speakers look like tall decorative vases, includes a woofer, a mid-range speaker and the tweeter on the top.Sound Seed: The design uses the power cord to float the speakers in mid-air.The Wailers by Caswell: These are a set of ceramic speakers that look as if they're singing your mu...
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Positive Thinking Is A Vital Part Of Improving Your Health
2012-01-23 20:48:00 If you are attempting to create a change in your life, a positive attitude will help you to achieve success. A positive attitude will serve you if you're working to heal yourself. A positive... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
20 Creative and Coolest Salt and Pepper Shakers - Part 4.
2012-01-23 12:46:00 These cool and creative salt and pepper shakers will turn any tabletop setting into a conversation piece. Salt and Pepper Pawz: Paw shaped salt and pepper shakers in stoneware with a cork stopper. Movers and Shakers: Movers and Shakers salt and pepper shakers don't need to be shaken, just pull the cord, reverse and hold.Salt and Peeper: A bird shaped salt and pepper shaker; just turn his head to the right andhis eyes change from blue to white and his beak dispenses salt; turn it left and his eyes turn black and of course his beak pours the pepper.Saltside Out: This cool shaker defies logic by dispensing salt from the outside.Egloo Salt and Pepper Shakers: These minimalist little shakers feature a graphic hidden on the inside until in use.Block Salt and Pepper Shaker Set: Umbrella Salt and Pepper Shaker Set:Salt and Pepper Shakers by Deepu:Acanthus Gold Salt and Pepper Shakers: Elegantly handmade and decorated with the finest quality Swarokski crystals, 24kt gold, and fine Limoges ...
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Emil Werstler: Improvisation Clinic Part 2 of 5
2012-01-23 01:34:00 FPE-TV Emil Werstler (Chimaira, Daath) Improvisation Clinic Part 2 of 5
The End of Cheap China. Part II.
2012-01-21 22:28:00 Last week, we did a post enttitled, "The End of Cheap China, With A Giant Caveat." The point of that post was to pick up on the widespread discussion regarding the end of cheap China, but to highlight how this "end" has, and will continue to, impact foreign companies very differently. Our initial "end of cheap China" post was based mostly on a "Made in America, Again: Why Manufacturing Will Return to the United States, a Boston Consulting Group study that jump-started the end of cheap China discussion. Yesterday, i was alerted to two very recent and very good articles addressing the end of cheap China issue. The first is a post by Michael Zakkour over at the China Business Blog and Podcast, entitled, "The End of Cheap China. But Not China Manufacturing." Michael starts by positing that "the cheap China era is over, but China manufacturing isn't." He goes on to note the following, all of which he contends portend just fine for Chinese manufacturing: China is not going to be able t...
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Quiet offseason part of Braves? plan (AP)
2012-01-20 21:35:00 There has been no flashy free agent signing, no blockbuster trade this offseason for the Atlanta Braves. General manager Frank Wren says there also has been no panic. Wren says the quiet winter is proof of his confidence in the Braves’ talent, even after the team blew an 8 1/2-game wild-card lead in September.
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15 Modern Planters and Creative Flowerpot Designs - Part 3.
2012-01-19 13:30:00 Collection of 'Modern Planters and Creative Flowerpot Designs' that will make your indoor and outdoor gardening more interesting. Rolypoly Planters: When water levels are low, the planter slowly tips over using water as a counterweight. The best part is that each planter can be adjusted to work with any plant's watering needs, though this is still a concept for now.Digital Planter: This cool planter measures soil conditions, temperature, and water - calculates these variables based on the need of the said plant, and displays its condition via a screen. Monpot by Julien Bergignat: It's a potholder with an inbuilt rotating timer, most useful for the plants that don't need watering every single day. All you need to do is to rotate the base to the setting of your choice like a week or a day and the reminder light will go off at the end of the duration.Pillow Shaped Planters: Grow bag is an unusual pillow shaped planter that expands according to the plants growing needs.Multipurpose...
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Clean Your Living Room in 13 Steps (Part 2)
2012-01-17 21:22:00 After a tea and a peace of cake, you should be ready to continue with the cleaning process. In part 1, we’ve discussed the first steps and from where to start with the living room’s cleaning. We continue with the cleaners London‘s tips on how to clean your living room. So prepare yourself mentally and ...
Clean Your Living Room in 13 Steps (Part 1)
2012-01-17 21:16:00 The living room is the place, where everybody spends their free time watching TV or playing games. So we can say that together with the dinning room, they are the most used common rooms in the house. Cleaners London could be really helpful, when we talk about a really good cleaning. But why bother with ...
Tips on Stopping Dirt at the Door (Part Two)
2012-01-17 10:13:00 In the first part, we explained how to stop the dirt, before entering your home, which are the best type of door mats, and where you can buy them. Now we continue with even more useful information on door mats and some tips on how to clean them in a right way. Preventing grime from ...
When is Aluminum the Optimum Choice For a Die Cast Part?
2012-01-17 07:36:00 Aluminum die casting alloys have a specific gravity of approximately 2.7 g/cc, placing them among the lightweight structural metals. The majority of die castings produced worldwide are made from aluminum alloys, with good corrosion resistance and good mechanical properties. Aluminum die castings off
Tips on Stopping Dirt at the Door (Part One)
2012-01-16 14:55:00 Do you know what is the best kind of dirt ? The kind you never let into your house, the dirt you don’t need to get rid of. It is much more easier to prevent a problem from happening, then to deal with it, once a fact. If you want to learn how to stop ...
How Cold Affects You- Part 2
2012-01-16 14:30:00 The first real snow storm of the winter (not counting the freak pre-Halloween storm) finally hit upstate New York late last week. I hope you all heeded my words from last week's Part 1 to this blog and spent some time outside to re-energize and burn extra calories. I'm joking- I hope you all sta
15 Cool Magazine Holders and Creative Magazine Racks - Part 2.
2012-01-16 12:18:00 Collection of cool magazine holders and creative magazine racks from all over the world. Magazine Rings: An elegantly styled and uniquely functional design that holds a maximum of up to 20 magazines. You need to place at least 3 magazines within the rings to hold it afloat then start to use the enclosed section to hold many more chosen magazines.Seating Magazine Racks: It holds magazines and comes with stainless steel base, black leather on the top and wheels. Milano Racks: Designed by Claudia Diehl, its an elegant design, will tastefully stow newspapers and magazines. Strapp Shelf: Designed by Britta Teleman it offers a simple form of a leather strap and a brass ring. The strapp bookshelf draws its form from the designer's favorite old belt with brass details.Stick2Me:Chair Wall Sticker: This vinyl wall-sticker in the shape of the back of a chair by Florian Kremb makes a chair by using the collection of your magazines.Offi Magazine Stand: Bent-plywood magazine stand to keep your f...
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15 Creative Vases and Modern Vase Designs - Part 5.
2012-01-14 14:49:00 Modern vases and creative vase designs for those who want to display flowers in style. Rubber Vases: A practical vase where there are small kids around and for those seeking something completely different and modern. Made from a unique material that gives the impression of fragile ceramics. Crokkis Vase by Kenneth Cobonpue:Thinking of You Vase Covers: Cool metal vase-covers to use with used jars and containers to turn them into beautiful vases. Vases by Brandon Perhacs: These cool colorful vases are made from merino wool, glasstubes, and go together with black steel fasteners.Materialized Vase: Material vase combines antique craftsmanship with modern technology.Danvase: This vase is inspired by the unique design of a topographic map. The name of this beautiful vase means "a step of the stairs" in Japanese.Grid Vase: This cool vase is inspired by British medieval history, and manufactured by Turkish artisans.Flex Vase: This vase comes with three different bases that can be exchang...
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15 Modern Cups and Creative Cup Designs - Part 5.
2012-01-12 13:16:00 Collection of creative coffee cups and teacups from all over the world.Tea Damcup: It's a beverage serving system for those who like to leave the teabag in their cup. The tea bag has its own section in the cup to sit in, whilst it steep in hot water.Lotus Cup: With the 'Lotus Cup' you can brew tea the eastern way easily.Cups by ChilliChilly: Cool cups with interesting handles from ChilliChilly.Stained Cup: This cup looks stained even when clean, no one will ever take your cup again!Popart Cup: These cups are decorated with legendary lyrics from classic oldies. Mixed Messages Cup: Personalize this cup with ready to stick letters.Crystal-Clear Cups: It reminds one when the glass is half-empty.Slanted Cups: These unusual ceramic coffee cups by Ankul Assavaviboonpan may seem to break all laws of gravity.Tap For Tea: This cup and saucer features a gold fingerprint pattern on the plate.Cupple Coffee Cup and Holder: These ceramic coffee cups have been designed with an imaginative storag...
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15 Creative Staircases and Modern Staircase Designs - Part 3.
2012-01-11 13:27:00 Collection of unique, creative, unusual and modern staircase designs from around the globe. Ribbon Staircase: Creative staircase design constructed from 10 mm thick metal sheet by H?H architects.Floating Stairs: Cool "floating" stairs designed for 'The Gray Hotel in Milan, Italy'.Disappearing Stairs: This staircase folds up and disappears into the wall with a press of a button using hydraulic pistons.Clever Staircase Bookshelves: An intelligent alternating treadstaircase that doubles as bookshelves; created by three Czech designers.Spiral Staircase Slide: This cool spiral staircase design incorporates a slide for the kids.Modern Staircase: This airy staircase design comes from Italian manufacturer.Ceiling Staircase: This creative staircase was designed for a residence in France.1m2 Stairs: An innovative efficient stairs designed for small spaces. Spiral Staircase: Spiral staircase carved from wood.Alternating Treadstairs: Staircase Slide: London architect Alex Michaelis installed ...
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15 Creative Chalkboard Inspired Products and Designs - Part 2.
2012-01-10 14:52:00 Collection of creative and unusual chalkboard inspired products and designs from all over the world. Chalkboard Lamp: Made from a used planter, its semi-random holes around the shade allows plenty of light onto the ceiling & walls. Animal Chalkboard Wall Stickers: Apply these over-sized wall stickers to any clean, dry surface; then write away with ordinary chalk. Rococo Oval Chalkboard: Made in Rococo style of the 18th century, it's a cool alternative to standard boards, in white and black.Chalkboard Kitchen Clock: This kitchen clock, doubles as a writing surface. Features space to fill in your write notes, shopping lists, own numbers, messages, or drawings.Chalkboard Helmets: Cool helmets created by Darracott for bikers who like to draw. Chalkboard Wall Calendar: Cool reusable calendar made using chalkboard paint.Chalkboard Globe: The globe has outlines of the continents painted on it, and you can add the dividing lines of countries as they change or as you like.Chalkboard Offic...
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How Cold Affects You- Part 1
2012-01-09 16:56:00 Ok, I'm going to be honest- I don't like the winter. Even growing up in upstate New York, I have never really learned to cope with bitter temperatures or drive in the snow. I bundle myself up till I look like a marshmallow and I still freeze as I run from my house to the car (which has already b
15 Cool Wall Hooks and Creative Coat Racks - Part 3.
2012-01-09 14:06:00 Collection of creative clothes hooks and cool coatracks from around the globe. Monsieur Dressup Coat Hooks: A simple and minimal wall coat hooks shaped like collars named Monsieur Dressup.Slastic Coatrack:Handhooks: These hooks have four strong angled fingers that act as points to hold multiple items of your choice. Slat Racks: Use it for jackets, hats, helmets, bags, keys, umbrellas, or you can also place your mail, newspapers and magazines on the shelf.Magnetic Notice Board and Coatrack: Oak coat racks have seven perspex hooks for coats, keys, hats and bags on, with a black magnetic notice board to post notes and photographs. Coatrack by Colin O'Dowd:Pushpins Hooks: These pushpin wall hooks are a bigger version of your ordinary pushpins; works exactly like the smaller version except that these can be put into walls to hold much more heavier items, like an umbrella or your coat.Paper Clip Coat Hooks: Iron Letter Hooks: These 'Letter Hooks' are made of iron and have a 3" proj...
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The Phuket Blog - Best of 2011 (Part 2)
2012-01-08 15:08:00 Continuing swiftly on from the Best of the Phuket Blog Part 1 (January - June) .. here's the best bits from the second half of 2011. I enjoyed 2011 - we had some very nice days out, our kids are growing up and learning about life every day. We had holidays with my Mum and Dad here in September / October. And I've had no trouble finding new places to blog about, although I have also "reblogged" a few things that were originally on the Phuket blog back in 2006 or 2007, mainly to keep everything current, also to add new photos, as some of the older blog posts don't have great images. I am still using a Canon EOS 20D, which is quite old, and will most likely be upgraded this year. Bring on 2012!July 2011... A very good blogging month. Starting with a favourite little restaurant in Phuket called Kopitiam located on Thalang Road in the old town. They do good old style coffee (Kopi) and Chinese-Thai food like Hokkien noodles and the restaurant is full of old photos of Phuket. The Chines...
By: Jamie's Phuket
20 Cool and Useful Kitchen Tools - Part 10.
2012-01-07 13:33:00 Creative products and gadgets that will make a cool addition to any modern kitchen. Obol - The Original Crispy Bowls: The Obol comes with a special spiral design that separates the cereal and milk. So your cereal is crispy and fresh till the breakfast is complete.Sink Strainers: It's a sink strainer with interchangeable scented rings that keeps your kitchen smelling clean and fresh. Glass Design by Kouichi Okamoto: It consists of a bulb shaped container with the glass below. When the amount in the open glass decreases, a constant amount is poured from the container into the glass. The air pressure and water pressure prevents this glass from overflowing.Fruit Holder: It's a modern fruit bowl that can hold 18 fruits.Spaghetti Sorter and Tester: Measure out 1 and 2 portions of spaghetti with a tester at the tip to check when it is 'al dente'. Measure and Shake: Designed by A Brekveld; its a squeeze bottle and measuring cup set for making salads and vinaigrette.Nordic Ware Pan: It'...
By: algebra of life
Freight Brokers Dealing with High Fuel Costs ? Part II
2012-01-07 12:36:00 Here is a recent news item: ?For the first time, the top US export is fuel?. Fuel exports through October of 2011 topped $73 billion. Yes, fuel! In 2010, aircraft was the largest export item. Wait a minute! Aren?t we...
Freight Brokers Dealing with High Fuel Costs - Part I
2012-01-07 12:36:00 How do you think fuel prices will go this year? About the same, higher, lower? In my opinion, fuel prices will stay high and may go higher for the year and perhaps well into the future. So what do you...
Guy Gossip ? Part 2!!! Poor Poor Mike! :-D
2012-01-07 07:20:00 Guy Gossip Part 2! Okay so I left off last post, in part one of guy gossip with meeting Richard… Okay so, I was at a club with a bunch of friends and I was outside with one of my friends while she smoked and when we were going in to our table and turned ... |
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