Worth Noting
Curated essentials, gathered with care — for what is present, and what continues.
Worth Noting is a small, evolving collection of items selected with attention to how life is already unfolding.
Selections are added over time.
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October 2026 — An Appreciation for Change
This month’s selections reflect an appreciation for change.
Different conditions.
Different possibilities.
Different ways of experiencing familiar things.
And some pleasures that become possible because something has changed.
The following items are noted with this in mind.
Moving sand art: A dynamic sand art frame that creates a different landscape with each turn, offering a simple visual reminder of the beauty and possibility of change - https://amzn.to/4dlhti2
Flower press kit: A flower press that preserves flowers and leaves as they change, creating lasting materials for artwork, keepsakes, and other creative projects - https://amzn.to/4zGPX82
Fermentation kit: A fermentation kit that makes it easy to experience transformation firsthand, as simple ingredients develop new flavors, textures, and possibilities over time - https://amzn.to/4hBx9Pl
Food dehydrator: A food dehydrator that transforms fresh ingredients through time and concentration, preserving seasonal abundance while creating new textures, flavors, and uses - https://amzn.to/4ys4d3n
Portable space heater: A portable space heater that brings warmth where it is needed, making it easier to adapt everyday spaces as temperatures and seasons change - https://amzn.to/3VJ1Bje
Electric fireplace: An electric fireplace stove that adds warmth and the visual appeal of a fire, offering a simple way to change the atmosphere of a room as cooler days return - https://amzn.to/4ec1VNM
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September 2026 — The Value of an Interval
This month’s selections reflect a simple idea: to appreciate the value of an interval.
Time that belongs neither entirely to what came before nor to what follows.
Space between the more defined parts of our days.
Moments that need not be hurried through simply because something else comes next.
The following items are noted with these intervals in mind.
Tea sticks: A collection of handcrafted Korean flower teas that bloom as they steep, inviting us to enjoy the interval between preparing a cup and taking the first sip. - https://amzn.to/3UkMWKD
Smithsonian botanicals puzzle book: More than 200 botanical word searches that offer an engaging way to give an unclaimed interval of time a little shape and enjoyment. - https://amzn.to/4h3yfEr
Flower press kit: A wooden flower press for preserving blooms and leaves, where the time between gathering and revealing becomes part of what creates the result. - https://amzn.to/4zGPX82
Waxed canvas pocket journal: A compact canvas-covered journal that keeps a place to write close at hand, ready for the intervals when a thought, observation, or idea is worth putting down. - https://amzn.to/4x5k06J
100-Word Stories: A guide to writing 100-word stories that demonstrates how a deliberately limited space can hold expansive thinking, creativity, and personal voice. - https://amzn.to/4qL90dc
Stories From a Stranger: Every person has a story: A collection of stories from people around the world, offering a glimpse into another person’s life within the space of a few pages.
Hardcover - https://amzn.to/3SqrVxv
Kindle - https://amzn.to/4qLI11c
Audiobook - https://amzn.to/4gx7KqY
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August 2026 — A Season’s Rhythm
This month's selections reflect a simple idea: to cultivate a meaningful rhythm.
What supports everyday life.
What encourages thoughtful routines.
What continues to earn a place in the days ahead.
The following items are noted here with this in mind.
Running/walking shoes for women - https://amzn.to/4pP4KJc
Cross trainer shoes for men - https://amzn.to/4pRYi48
Crossbody sling backpack/bag - https://amzn.to/4fDgwle
Record player - https://amzn.to/3Rrqb6J
Smartphone/tablet stand with wireless Bluetooth speaker - https://amzn.to/3Mymt89
Kindle - https://amzn.to/4iHaott
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July 2026 — Considering What May Come Next
This month's selections reflect a simple idea: to consider what may come next.
What has become worth keeping.
What continues to be useful.
What may accompany the days ahead.
The following items are noted here with this in mind:
How to Commonplace Journal. Based on a centuries-old practice, this guide explains how to create and organize a commonplace book for collecting meaningful ideas, quotations, and personal reflections - https://amzn.to/4vhDowG
The Hygge Game. With more than 300 thought-provoking questions, these cards are designed to spark meaningful conversations while evoking an atmosphere of coziness, contentment, and well-being. Good to enjoy with friends and family - https://amzn.to/4gmKBrn
Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life. A book that explores the Japanese concept of ikigai and reflects on purpose, daily routines, relationships, and the practices that contribute to a meaningful life
Hardcover - https://amzn.to/4wrWYat
Kindle - https://amzn.to/3QTbgSqThe Book of Delights by Ross Gay. A collection of short essays that explores the practice of noticing moments of delight in everyday life and the unexpected places they can be found.
Paperback - https://amzn.to/3SMLxvo
Kindle - https://amzn.to/4y3tvVZThe Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin. A reflective book about creativity as a way of noticing, thinking, and engaging with the world rather than simply producing artistic work.
Hardcover - https://amzn.to/4y5hCPg
Kindle - https://amzn.to/4eJCVON
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June 2026 — The Practice of Restoration
This month's selections reflect a simple idea: to notice what restores.
What renews attention.
What creates space.
What brings a sense of ease.
The following items are noted here with this in mind:
Acupressure mat and pillow set - https://amzn.to/4apT222
Neck massager with heat, portable, ergonomic, eco-friendly - https://amzn.to/3KscmkD
Foot massager with heat (cordless) - https://amzn.to/48lAkG8
Spa gift basket - https://amzn.to/4aBBsbs
Red light therapy beauty device, for face and neck, skincare tool - https://amzn.to/4nV75RW
Noise cancelling earbuds - https://amzn.to/48rX0EK
Noise cancelling headphones - https://amzn.to/3KyDmz0
Meditation set, with meditation cushion (Zafu), breathing light, singing bowl, eye pillow, affirmation cards - https://amzn.to/4ubwpoz
Pilates kit, with video workout guide, Pilates ring, ball, ankle weights, booty bands, long fabric band, socks, and yoga strap - https://amzn.to/3PLpynz
Yoga set, with yoga mat, blocks, booty and resistance bands, and door anchor - https://amzn.to/4x1Vi8z
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May 2026 — A Time to Mark What Matters
This month’s selections reflect a simple idea: to recognize what matters.
What has been completed.
What continues forward.
What may be carried, in its own way.
The following items are noted here with this in mind:
Personalized 40 oz stainless steel tumbler with Hhandle, lid and straw. Add your name, logo, text, image. - https://amzn.to/3QGMJiY
Custom 16 oz frosted glass cup with bamboo lid and straw. Add you text, photo. - https://amzn.to/4vXorBj
Customized decanter and glasses set (for spirits). Engrave with your text. - https://amzn.to/4w2Kbvz
Personalized crystal wine decanter set with two wine tumblers. Customized engraving. - https://amzn.to/4cVG8Zl
Personalized blanket. Customize with 10 photos and text. - https://amzn.to/4um2yKy
Custom pillow. Personalize with your photos. - https://amzn.to/3PeeKxS
Scrapbook kit. 80 page album DIY scrapbook with pens, stickers, glue pen, tape, backing paper, and more. - https://amzn.to/4cJp7mj
Shadow box frame (11 x 14) for tabletop and wall display - https://amzn.to/4mZMtYi
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April 2026 — A Time to Notice
This month’s selections reflect a simple idea: not to reset, but to notice.
What is already in place.
What is beginning to take shape.
What may continue, just as it is.
The following items are noted here with this in mind:
Reusable water painting board - https://amzn.to/4piN73F
Digital camera — 5x optical zoom 28mm wide angle 1080 full HD video 2.7” LCD - https://amzn.to/4aONNry
Digital picture frame - https://amzn.to/4i4FTNZ
Journal — lined pages - https://amzn.to/4nSXXMh
Journal — half lined half blank pages - https://amzn.to/47In6V9
Refillable binder notebook - https://amzn.to/3KjqRr7
Black lacquer rollerball pen - https://amzn.to/4ajWwmU
Focused activity timer/tracker - https://amzn.to/48rFpOH
Guided visual meditation tool - https://amzn.to/3Mak4R1
Explore our other collections for additional ideas.