a hand-crafted iPad case made of hardwood and bamboo
(first discovered via Gizmodo from Vers Audio)

redesignrelated:

The Heinz ketchup condiment packet gets a redesign.

“…A true packaging breakthrough, the Heinz Dip & Squeeze dual-function package gives ketchup lovers two ways to enjoy Heinz Ketchup: either peel back the lid for easy dipping, or tear off the tip to squeeze onto favorite foods…The new Heinz Dip & Squeeze product marks the first ketchup packet makeover for the foodservice industry in 42 years. In the past, on-the-go eaters have struggled to open multiple ketchup packets while worrying about making a mess…” —from Heinz Ketchup press release

the BookBook Case for your MacBook, by TwelveSouth
(discovered via Gizmodo)

character “floati” pens by Gama-Go (via design:related via gama-go)

Jessica Hische has started a new blog:

“…It’s like my own personal ffffound (goddamn ffffound and their invite-only-ness), but only for things you can actually purchase…” — Mostly Useless Things I Want

(The above Bird Crystal Glass set is just one of the random finds you’ll find on the new site curated with a designer’s eye)

found out about the new site via a tweet by swissmiss

likeable:

Telegram Papers Goods distributes stationery products including notebooks
from O-Check Design Graphics in Korea

via the stylish personal stationery range by O-Check Design Graphics
(discovered via The Design Files)

these are probably a bit loud for me (would probably prefer the earbuds), but always enjoy seeing new collaborations with Tokidoki

likeable:

Skullcandy - Limited Distribution TOKIDOKI Collection | CLDFX

“The Bar Code, Which Changed Retailing, Turns 35”
(discovered via NYTimes.com)