Tools for Living

A dual-function drain stop and hair catcher. Press the center button to allow water flow and use as hair catcher. Push the upturned edges to snap valve shut and use as a drain stop. Easy to care for. Simply wipe or rinse with mild soap.

Dimension: 3.5 dia. x 1.25" (8.9 dia. x 3.2 cm)

The Japanese philosopher and aesthete's definitive, hugely influential exposition of his philosophy of folkcrafts, setting out the hallmarks of Japanese design as we know it today: anonymity, quality, simplicity and honesty—and, of course, wabi-sabi, the beauty of imperfection

A Penguin Classic

Our lives are filled with objects. Everyday things used in everyday settings, they are our constant companions. As such, writes Soetsu Yanagi, they should be made with care and built to last, treated with respect and even affection. They should be natural and simple, sturdy and safe—an aesthetic fulfillment of our practical needs. They should, in short, be things of beauty.

Long revered as the authority on craftsmanship and Japanese aesthetics, Yanagi devoted his life and writing to defend the value of craft. In an age of feeble and ugly machine-made things, The Beauty of Everyday Things is a call for each of us to deepen our relationship with the objects that surround us. Inspired by the work of the simple artisans Yanagi encountered on his lifelong travels through Japan and Korea, this now-classic book is a heartfelt defence of modest, honest, handcrafted objects, from traditional teacups to jars to paper—objects that exemplify the beauty of everyday things.

Representing the ideal balance between function and esthetics. Pilo No.2 Fabric Shaver is gentle yet effective and removes lint and pilling from all kinds of materials. With 6 precision razor blades and a large shaving area, Pilo No.2 Fabric Shaver is stronger and more efficient than other fabric shavers on the market.

Reusable Glass Spray Bottle, 473ml.

Fill with your favourite cleaning solution, or mix your own.

Wide neck allows for easy filling. Silicone base protects glass.

Dimensions: 25.00 x 8.21 x 8.21 cm

Unlike other caddies on the market, SLING Sink Caddy is a plastic coated wire that forms to the shape of your sink. This plastic was specifically chosen for its elastic properties. It allows the caddy to hang around any faucet neck or sink wall. The openness of the cutouts and perforated base promote drainage, preventing moisture buildup and growth of mold.

Dimensions: 10.25 x 4.5 x 0.25" (26 x 11 x 0.8cm)

With bobino cord wrap it's become easy to organize and store your cables and cords. Use small for earbuds and headphone cords; they will never be tangled again.

Dimensions: 2.2" x 0.1" x 1.4" 

With bobino cord wrap it's become easy to organize and store your cables and cords. Use Medium for USB cords/Phone Chargers up to 4 feet long.

 

This tray makes twelve ice cubes for your everyday beverage needs. The provided lid blocks out pesky flavors from your freezer, while an internal steel frame makes filling and transporting the tray a breeze. Individual cubes easily pop out without having to twist and crack the tray. Get creative: Infuse ice with herbs and fruit or freeze coffee so your cold brew never gets diluted!

Makes twelve 3cm (1.25") ice cubes
Materials: Silicone, Stainless Steel 
Dimensions: 19 x 14 x 4cm H (7.5 x 5.5 x 1.75" H)
Dishwasher Safe 
BPA Free 

Pointed Make-Up Q-Tip

The LastSwab Beauty is the reusable alternative for your everyday needs. Free your life from single-use cotton swabs, and enjoy the warm feeling of being part of the solution! It helps combat the billions of single-use cotton swabs that are produced every day.

NEW Organic Brushed Cotton Unpaper Towels • set of 6

Eliminate the use of paper towels and napkins with this eco-friendly replacement!

PERFECT FOR
wiping messy hands and faces after meals
spill clean-up
washing and drying dishes
mealtime napkins
lint-free cleaning and dusting
always keep a spare or two in your pocket to use as a handkerchief (that's right, we said it), or to have as an emergency wipe.

Can be easily rolled around an empty paper towel roll to use with your paper towel holder. Each unpaper towel is single ply and measures 12"x10" and is 100% organic cotton.

Care: Unpaper towels are not pre-washed, so to fluff up the fibers and reach maximum absorbency, wash and dry a couple of times before putting them to work. Machine wash with like colours using your detergent of choice. Tumble or hang to dry.

*Do not use fabric softener or dryer sheets as they can decrease absorbency.

Handmade in Ontario, Canada

The modern and minimalist spice jar labels are permanent and waterproof! Timeless design. Available in a pack of 20.

Small: 1.5" x 1.5" square

Medium: 2 x 2" square

Set of 20 includes: Allspice, Basil, Bay Leaves, Cayenne Pepper, Chili Powder, Cinnamon, Cloves, Coriander, Cumin, Curry Powder, Fennel, Garlic Powder, Ginger, Italian, Nutmeg, Onion Powder, Oregano, Paprika, Rosemary, Thyme

Made in Canada

Manage your cables with this assorted pack of velcro ties.

The OXO Steel Soap Squirting Dish Brush combines a long comfortable handled brush with liquid dish soap for convenient cleaning. The soft button doubles as a seal - simply pull open the seal and fill the clear body with soap. Reseal the opening, and you're ready to dispense soap with the press of a button! The soft grip is comfortable to hold and is non-slip, even when wet. Durable nylon bristles easily scrub away baked-on food and are safe for non-stick cookware. Simply push up on the tab to replace the brush for a fresh, new one.

Replacement brush, scrub or sponge heads sold separately. 

Dimensions: L10.75" x 2" x 2.75"

 

This product is only available for shipping within Canada. 

Designed in Japan

Fully adjustable to fit cable sizes up to 1cm thick. Bobino cable tag is designed to write on with any ballpoint pen. Ink can be erased for re-use. This way you can also identify each cable by putting the same colour on both beginning and end.

 

Love cleaning with abrasive scrubbers but wish they were gentler on your cookware, and the earth? Then you’ll really love Full Circle’s new walnut scrubber sponges. The plant-based cellulose sponge is absorbent and durable, while the abrasive side is made from – you guessed it- walnut shells! Effective on even the toughest jobs but won’t scratch non-stick cookware. Plus, it’s much easier on the earth than what you’ve been using (sshh we won’t tell). Who knew we’d find all those pesky walnut shells so useful?
 Proudly Made in North America. Pack of two.

Materials: abrasive made from walnut shells, cellulose

Dimensions: L4.5" x W2.75" x H0.75" (11.30 x 7.00 x 1.90 cm)

Bobino BAG HOOK is a portable companion for your bag, backpack or purse. BAG HOOK is designed to keep your valuables at hand, safe and off the floor. Choose from either hanging your bag on a table or attach it to the leg of a chair.

Dimensions: 10,5 x 2 x 8,5 cm (3.9” x 0.8” x 3.4”)

Colours: Charcoal, Burgundy, Slate, Cream.

Designed in Italy.

If you have a colour preference, please specify in the order notes. 

This squeegee has a pivoting head with wide, flexible blade that leaves surfaces streakless and sparkling.

Made of bamboo and recycled plastic.

Suction cup and hook for hanging storage.

Dimensions :  9.5" / 24cm blade

Dimensions: L3.4" x W6.3" x H7.1"

Materials ABS Resin, BPA-Free

Designed in Japan

For pots, pans, sink, stove, glass, high grade steel, etc. Removes layers of rust from cutlery. Ideal also for bikes, cars, motorcycles and much more.

Double-layered for extra strength, extreme long lasting, washable in the washing machine at 60°C (please put in a line-sack or sock).

Set of 2

Made in Germany

Natural moth protection without chemicals!
American red cedar has a fragrant aroma that is pleasing to people but repels moths. Therefore, you can keep your clothes moth-free with cedar wood products. Place 2 - 5 cedar pieces up per wardrobe unit in such a way that they are not covered by clothes. In drawers or storage compartments 2 pieces are adequate. Place the cedar items on a piece of paper to protect the clothing from the oils in the cedar. When the scent begins to fade, rough the wood slightly with sandpaper. This type of moth protection is absolutely environmentally friendly, since American red cedar is not an endangered plant cultivated under governmental regulations.

untreated cedar wood “Juniperus Virginia”
Size: 7 x 5 x 2 cm

5 pieces/pack

Natural moth protection without chemicals!
American red cedar has a fragrant aroma that is pleasing to people but repels moths. Therefore, you can keep your clothes moth-free with cedar wood products. Place 2 - 5 cedar pieces up per wardrobe unit in such a way that they are not covered by clothes. In drawers or storage compartments 2 pieces are adequate. Place the cedar items on a piece of paper to protect the clothing from the oils in the cedar. When the scent begins to fade, rough the wood slightly with sandpaper. This type of moth protection is absolutely environmentally friendly, since American red cedar is not an endangered plant cultivated under governmental regulations.

untreated cedar wood “Juniperus Virginia”
Size: 19 x 5 x 1.7 cm

2 pieces/pack

Keeps cleaning items organized and all in one, easy roll-out place. It has a large, open compartment that's ideal for holding a range of cleaning bottles and sprays and a compact one at the front for smaller items such as sponges and cloths. Smooth-running wheels on the base and a large front lip make it easy to pull out of the cupboard and access everything you need.

17 x 46 x 11cm H

Part squeegee, part brush and dustpan, this tool removes the messiest of puddles from counters and the tiniest of bits from countertops and tablecloths. In addition to reducing paper towel waste, this set is self-standing or fits in a drawer.

Pocket is a Table-Top Ironing Board that takes ironing convenience to whole new space-saving level with its innovative design. Set-up is quick and easy and once opened, it boasts a generous ironing surface with corners perfectly shaped for shirts, trousers, dresses and more. Feet can also be adjusted to assure stability while your ironing. It folds neatly in half and comes with its own hanging hook that can be mounted onto a wall or door, making it super compact and easy to store. It also features a special compartment for storing your iron, which saves valuable space elsewhere and keeps everything you need for ironing together in one place. The easy-change, perfect-fit cover is made up of a 100% cotton top-layer and a thick padded felt underlay for super-smooth ironing.

Folded-out dimensions: 90 x 33 x 11 cm H (35.5 x 13 x 4.5" H)

Makes cleaning the shower or bathtub easier, neater and more pleasant.

Two-piece design catches hair without blocking water flow.

Topper removes for easy cleaning.

Flexible silicone catching cone.

Stainless steel and silicone construction.

Fits in standard 3.2cm to 4.57cm (1.25" to 1.8") diameter bath drains.

This product is only available for shipping within Canada.

The premium hemp & cotton fleece for a luxurious, hypo-allergenic cloth, perfect for light exfoliation, removing make-up and oil cleansing.

Hemp creates one of the most sustainable fabrics in the world and is hypo-allergenic and non-irritating to the skin. It provides all the warmth and softness of a natural textile and is an exceptionally durable and strong fabric.

Hemp requires no pesticides, crowds out weeds without herbicides, controls erosion of the topsoil, and produces oxygen. It is also a very fast growing crop, producing high fiber yield per acre making it a very sustainable choice!

Made from 55% hemp and 45% organic cotton, size is 11"x10".

Care: Fabric is not pre-washed, so wash and dry before use. To clean, wash cold or warm with like colours using your detergent of choice. Tumble dry low or hang to dry. Fabric will become softer and reach maximum absorbency after a few wash cycles. Expect some shrinkage. Fabric may shed some lint until they've been washed a few times. This is normal!

Cappa Toilet Paper Stand and Reserve is a minimalist, freestanding toilet paper stand with an integrated reserve for storing toilet paper rolls. Using often under-utilized vertical square footage, while maintaining a small footprint, Cappa holds up to three jumbo toilet paper rolls and dispenses one.

Dimensions: 7.7 x 5 x 21 inches

Material: IRON

Tiny, simple and functional. Just what a tablet stand should be!

Silicone

Care Instructions: Wipe with a clean, dry cloth.

Dimensions: 2.75" x 3.5" x 2."5 H

Designed in Japan

Hang cloths over the door, when you need them. Fold it up when you don't. The Yamazaki Folding Door Hanger lets you hold multiple items on the back of a door for easy valet access.

Material Steel

Dimensions 8.1 x 0.8 x 7.9 inches

Fits doors up to 1.375" thick

Designed in Japan

LastSwab Beauty Pro is a reusable, sustainable and sanitary alternative to cotton swabs and is specially designed for makeup touch-ups. The case is made from Ocean-Bound Plastic. One LastSwab replaces +1000 single-use cotton swabs.

Green-up your daily facial routine by eliminating disposable cotton balls and facial rounds. Washable black hemp rounds are a fantastic eco-friendly replacement, doing a better job and lasting through years of continued washing.

Perfect for removing make-up, applying toner, to wash and exfoliate the face. The pads are also a great size for little ones to clean their faces after brushing teeth. Approx size is 3" diameter.

Hemp creates one of the most eco-friendly fabrics in the world and is hypo-allergenic and non-irritating to the skin. It provides all the warmth and softness of a natural textile and is an exceptionally durable and strong fabric. Hemp requires no pesticides, crowds out weeds without herbicides, controls erosion of the topsoil, and produces oxygen. It is also a very fast growing crop, producing high fibre yield per acre making it a very sustainable choice!

Care: Rounds are not pre-washed, so wash and dry before use. To clean, wash warm with like colours using your detergent of choice. Tumble dry low or hang to dry. Fabric will become softer and reach maximum absorbency after a few wash cycles. Fabric may shed some lint until they've been washed a few times. This is normal!

*Do not use fabric softener or dryer sheets as these can decrease absorbency.

Made from 55% hemp and 45% certified organic cotton.

Handmade in Ontario, Canada

 

The premium hemp & bamboo fleece for a luxurious, hypo-allergenic cloth, perfect for light exfoliation, removing make-up and oil cleansing. 

Hemp and bamboo create some of the most sustainable fabrics in the world. They are hypo-allergenic and non-irritating to the skin. Hemp is an exceptionally durable and strong fabric and when mixed with the softness of bamboo, not only do you get our most sustainable fabric, but one of our softest and most luxurious.

Hemp and bamboo require no pesticides, they crowd out weeds without herbicides, control erosion of the topsoil, and produce oxygen. They are also a very fast growing crops, producing high fibre yield per acre making them a very sustainable choice! 

Made from 55% hemp and 45% bamboo (OEKO-Tex 100 Standard). Size is 11"x10".

Care: Fabric is not pre-washed, so wash and dry before use. To clean, loosen stains by rinsing under cold water, then add to wash cold or warm with like colours using your detergent of choice. Tumble dry low or hang to dry. Fabric will become softer and reach maximum absorbency after a few wash cycles. Expect some shrinkage.

*Do not use fabric softener or dryer sheets as these will decrease absorbency.

Handmade in Peterborough, Ontario

 

Green-up your beauty routine by eliminating disposable cotton balls and cotton rounds. Washable cotton flannel beauty rounds are a fantastic eco-friendly replacement, doing a better job and lasting through years of continued washing. Perfect for removing nail polish (use with nail polish remover), make-up, applying toner, to wash and exfoliate the face. The pads are also a great size for little ones to clean their faces after brushing teeth.

Each pad is 2 ply and approximately 4" diameter (slightly larger than our regular facial rounds). 

Care: Fabric is not pre-washed, so wash and dry before use. To clean, wash cold or warm with like colours using your detergent of choice. Tumble dry low or hang to dry. Fabric will become softer and reach maximum absorbency after a few wash cycles. Expect some shrinkage. 

*Do not use fabric softener or dryer sheets as these can decrease absorbency.

Handmade in Peterborough, Ontario