Rag and Bone Blog has the skinny
“British artist Jonathan Callan finds inspiration in books. He uses them as both medium and muse, assembling structures which make us think about the role of books in our lives. His oversized “walls” of books are drilled-together, static forms which have movement even while still.”

The Houldsworth gallery has a few more pictures of his work.

doesn’t anybody reading the fucking things anymore? apparently not according to CNN.com where there is a poll of US readers non-reading habits. I guess everyone is at home making art.

American Science and Surplus has a plethora of these nice little tin boxes, 5-5/8″ x 4″ x 2″ deep.

The Rolling Luggage Cart and Desk
This rolling luggage cart converts into a stable work platform, providing a sturdy place to use your laptop while traveling when there are no convenient tables. The desktop is integrated into the carts molded ABS and lightweight anodized aluminum frame, and it unfolds at the touch of a button into a platform 26″ from the floor, secured by the telescoping handle at two points and reinforced by a Y-brace underneath. The platform can hold up to 20 lbs., and can accommodate a 17″ wide laptop, or a smaller laptop with an external mouse. The carrying platform can fit a 36″ business case, yet the 17 3/4″ width of the cart allows it to maneuver in airplane isles. When fully compacted and stowed, it will easily fit into an overhead compartment. 17 1/2″ L x 15 1/2″ H x 6″ D. (11 1/4 lbs.)

Item 74164 ………………. $159.95

Why can’t i invent cool shit like this?

This unit can be reduced to a package just 24 cm in height for transportation purposes. The spacing between the shelves can be fixed as you like: 33 cm for folders or 28 cm for books. Weight: 31 kg. The shelves come in natural beech (with or without varnish) or ash (varnished in black). The scissor-action supports are only available in anodised aluminium.

Book Fairs alone these guys are gonna make a MINT….image all those rental fees that can be avoided.

Antique volumes adorn both front and back of this 100 percent cotton, pre-shrunk tee. “Library of Congress” is in small letters is on the hem of the sleeve.

Books All Over T-Shirt
Price: $16.00
Product #: 21303010

(not to be confused with Books All Over)

now THAT’s nice – too bad I can make designs larger than 10″ x 10″ on Cafepress\Bibliobullpen.

USB HEATED G-GLOVES

Colorful, fashionable have a warming pad inside! Plug them into your USB ports and your hands will become toasty warm.

* Open-end design allows easy finger mobility
* Defrost your hands while gaming, typing and using the mouse
* Made of wool
* Gloves individually connect to USB ports
* 2 level heating controls
* Works with any USB port, e.g. PC, Mac, PlayStation 2 or XBox360
* One Size fits most women
* 5 minutes 10 degree rise
* $22.99

The famous NYPL lions make a fine pair of bookends!

Our famous lions Patience and Fortitude survey Fifth Avenue from the steps of the Library’s landmark Humanities and Social Sciences Library on Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street in Manhattan. And our best-selling bookends are beautifully detailed reproductions of the monumental originals, a favorite gift among New Yorkers and library lovers everywhere for the memories they evoke of both the Library and New York City. They’re heavy enough to hold large books, and make a handsome addition to any library.

Hand-cast in a durable blend of marble powder and museum-quality resin, the bookends stand about 7″ tall overall, with the bases measuring 4″ x 7″. They have a non-skid pad on the base which protects furniture as well, and can be cleaned with a mild, non-abrasive soap, using a soft cloth, when necessary.

NYPL Lion Bookends MM100$150.00