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GET Outdoors! part 1 EYE PROTECTION AND GREAT FITTING STYLE DON'T HAVE TO COST MAJOR $. ECO LEANING SUNSKI -DESIGNS THEIR OWN SHADES...HAS FLATTERING CITY-SKI SLOPE SHAPES THAT OFFER FULL UVA-B PROTECTION. POLARIZED LENSES WITH FRAMES MADE FROM RECYCLED PLASTIC & PACKAGED IN RECYCLED CARDBOARD. UNDER $50 PER. CUTE+COZY. Warm boots for cold temps don't have to be clunky-or heavy or expensive. These White Mountain  Emory Nubuck Leather Bootie lace-ups  with a hiker vibe-offer weather protection, a grippy functional wedge heel...and fashion-y wedge with cushioning power. Bonus: Padded fleece collar-can be turned up or down. $89 You can walk all day in these Tansley Suede Bootie s-in New Chestnut brown (pictured) or 4 other shades=comfort and function w/ a treaded lug sole-plus stylish faux fur trim + D-ring cord laces. $99 PENDLETON's Rockchuck Range Tall Boot  (pictured in Spider Rock) are constructed of waterproof leather w/ the brand's W

For furry felines-to dogs that tag along...   TWIN CRITTERS has a cornucopia of cat crafty products including FUN handcrafted 100% New Zealand wool hideaways/cat caves in whimsical fish/animal designs and kitty Silvervine (a plant more potent than catnip or replace it ) loaded polyester toys in shapes of  feline wine/liquor bottles.  Swear by these---and the Silvervine/catnip, conveniently inside compartment- w/ a zipper closure for easy removal/replacement with Silvervine/catnip too. STOCKING STUFFER: For dogs- TennisWools™ are standard shaped -sized like tennis balls but a safer alternative- with no harsh chemicals, synthetic fibers, or rubber,  There's a smaller version for cats + small dogs  are available too $14.99. KittiForte™ KittiKoctail™ KittiLush™   K9 Sport Sack -forward facing backpack/dog carrier- for those that want their dogs to keep pace with them on the trail, on a bike (?!!) or on city byways. Several sizes/style available too.

Inspiration for an IRL Gift Watching (hearing) a toddler wail-for 2 hours 22 minutes-from pre-boarding -to a final descent   on a recent flight. A trio of adults-nanny - parents-attempts to tempt the offspring with an iPad video-failed- again and again . Onboard- the nanny - escaped to coach... the father, quickly napped in first -tuning out the decibels... the mother desperately kept to a screen 'pacifier' for those tears loaded eyeballs...as fellow passengers looked (heard) on incredulously. On the one hand-the lung power of this two (ish) years' old-was impressive...on the other-the lack of a physical object, a picture book-crayons-coloring paper, a toy- a puzzle, doll, cards, stuffed animal or physical activity- liking walking up and down the airport terminal pre-flight-or up and down the aisle to blow off steam- during. ..guessing-might be new ideas for adults-probably used to plopping kids down in front of a tv screen-and having them insta-absorbed. Eh. For

Offering cocooning seated shelter since the 17th century wingback chairs are classic-and are remade for today by loads of furniture makers. Outdoor versions-  reminded us of our fav-the beautiful hand woven Orkney Chairs from Scotland ...while indoor versions are modern and suitable for any interior styles. Dedon Wing Chair made for the elements-tough-but is indoor worthy-especially in homes/resorts in destination seaside/outdoorsy locales. Another winner, pictured below... traditional lines... Global Furniture-showed this modern wingback-and a Primacare Wing back aimed at healthcare facilities Made Goods  showed off a honey combed wicker..that fits (sits) in-indoors or out---not pictured-their all iron-hand hammered Alfred Lounge Chai r is an art piece. hand tufted details...and the print curved back panel-makes this wingback-unique

Part 4 Plastics and Memphis 80's -seem dated-ditched for 'natural' materials (or bumped up similes) bringing the 'home' craft vibe to  commercial and residential areas. JM Lifestyles  decorative concrete (and functional architectural elements-like rooftops, countertops as well as furniture, planters, bathtubs) and this BDNY BEST of Show tabletop...gathered loads of  interested eyeballs at the trade show. Woodform Concrete® + Real Concrete® (great for kitchen islands too)  are made from 50% post consumer recycled content and come in many colors.  Vermont Farm Table sources their wood sustainably AND builds their stunning tables (etc) in VERMONT! Solid wood-21 species' possibilities also include power and data integration-so cool -mixing up the farm vibe with the new. Built to order.   WE LOVED these-a collab...Interior Designer Beth Donner's new furniture designs -Beth Donner Designs-Hotel Collection Roots & Repose with the NATURALIST .