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7. USB TYPEWRITER combines modern technology with Old School style featuring a manual keyboard that plugs into any USBcapable device, be it a PC, Mac or iPad. Available at uncommongoods.com. 8. BALLOON BOOKEND made with eyepopping orange resin may resemble a lightweight balloon animal, but it’s strong enough to provide sturdy bookshelf support. Available at chiasso.com.
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9. PAPER CLIP COLLAGE does double duty, serving as an oversized decorative wall piece that can also hold photos, memos, lists and more. Available at bedbathandbeyond.com. 10. ROPE KNOT DOORSTOP hand-woven of rope over cast iron not only radiates nautical chic but does the job, holding open the heaviest of doors. Available at ballarddesigns.com. 11. TO DO FILE FOLDERS in sets of six are perfect for letting your mood determine your work flow. Available at crateandbarrel.com. 12. BALLPARK PENS are made with authentic stadium-seat wood from America’s favorite baseball parks and come with certificates of authenticity. Available at redenvelope.com. 13. DICE ERASERS in sets of six are great for rolling in the lucrative business— or just correcting mistakes. Available at crateandbarrel.com.
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