The Top 20 Products Dwell Readers Bought in May

The Top 20 Products Dwell Readers Bought in May

You stocked your shelves with vegan laundry detergent and added new tabletop accessories to the mix.
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After looking over everything Dwell readers bought in May, one could reasonably assume that a) your pets were long overdue for a shopping spree, and b) quality kitchenware and good-smelling spaces are non-negotiables on the home front. 

Knife sets, dog beds, cat condos, and Boy Smells room spray topped the list of all the home goods you purchased last month but the inclusion of a Loftie Clock, a hair straightening brush, and some luxe body lotion suggests that self-care inspired these monthly purchases as well.

Because those fresh, summertime salad ingredients aren’t going to slice, dice, and chop themselves, stocking up on Food52 knives remained essential. 

Food52 Five Two Essential Knives
Our Five Two knives have handles that are good-looking enough to steal the whole show—but that’s just the beginning.  Our Five Two knives have handles that are good-looking enough to steal the whole show—but that’s just the beginning.

They might be too pretty for dabbing off barbecue sauce but these block-printed napkins are absolutely tabletop-worthy. 

Block Shop Hand Block Printed Napkins (Set of 4)
If sustainable and handmade are your game, then these fair-trade cloth napkins from Block Shop will be right at home on your table. They're made from a no-ironing-needed linen blend and hand block printed by artisans in India as part of an initiative for displaced communities.

This wallpaper brings the drama in the form of its magical gold flecks set against a catchy color palette, plus fans are lured in by its high quality.

Hygge & West x Schoolhouse Alpine Garden Wallpaper - Multi
Inspired by the beauty of fresh springtime blooms, Alpine Garden celebrates our everyday encounters with nature. Soft, delicate linework adds illustrative elegance, while lively primary hues bring playful movement. Each roll is screen printed by hand in the U.S. on high-quality, coated paper for a...

A super cushy doggie bed with a landscape-inspired print for added pizzazz. 

Pendleton Grand Canyon National Park Dog Bed
The Pendleton Grand Canyon National Park Dog Bed is the paw-fect Arizona inspired color palette to match your rugged pooch. As your furry friend drifts off to dreams filled with tranquil sunsets and beautiful red rocks, the lofted bed will provide unbeatable support and comfort.

There’s no shame in admitting you’re not quite prepared to commit to full-time (real) plant parenting. 

Global Goods Partners Handmade Felt Flower & Eucalyptus Bouquets
Always in bloom. Find a sprig that’ll last longer than these lookalikes...we’ll wait. Each stem you see has been dyed, cut, and stitched by hand from felted wool, all by female artisans in Nepal (yep, they’re fair trade).

Treat yourself to some heirloom-status kitchenware. 

Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Skillet, 9"
It’s a classic for a reason: Le Creuset’s Signature skillet is built to sear, sauté, stir-fry, bake, and then some. The enameled cast iron does a bang-up job distributing and retaining heat, without the need for seasoning.

A compact, chic anti-frizz solution. 

Drybar The Baby Brush Crush Mini Heated Straightening Brush
A compact and travel-friendly straightening brush that creates a smooth, frizz-free look in one easy step. Great for touchups, flyaways, bangs and shorter styles, this straightening iron and paddle brush in one features ionic technology to help seal the cuticle for less frizz and added shine.

We've found a winner in this grounding, meditative combination of smokey and spicy notes. 

Boy Smells Hinoke Fantôme Room Spray
The resinous combination of sacred Japanese cypress and jasmine petals are uniquely wrapped in rich amber glow. Warm and meditative with an element of earthy spice and soft woodland moss.

A sleep accessory that staves off friction, frizzy tresses and excess heat.

Brooklinen Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
Sleeping on our luxurious Mulberry Silk protects skin and hair from friction damage. Our Mulberry Silk is versatile: it's naturally cool to the touch while possessing a breathable yet insulating fabric, which makes it great for all seasons.

Reversible bedding is a fave around here: this HAY blanket comes in a few neutrals and spring-friendly shades.

HAY Mega Dot Blanket
HAY is a Danish design company established in 2002 by Mette and Rolf Hay, who were driven by a desire to create straightforward, functional and beautiful products for daily modern living. Drawing from the best of architecture and fashion, HAY designers specialize in technology, innovation and color.

Kitty sees, climbs, and lounges. Rinse and repeat. 

Frisco 28.5 Inch Modern Cat Tree and Condo
Is your kitty in the market for some prime purring real estate? This 28.5-in, three-story cat tree is move-in ready and comes with all the amenities for kitties.

For anyone who takes their frothy cappuccinos on-the-go.

Golde Superwhisk
Meet your latte's new best friend. Superwhisk is a USB-rechargeable whisk that instantly froths your favorite superfood lattes to perfection. Handheld and rechargeable, so it goes wherever you do....

Add a chilled bottle and a serving tray with these colorful goblets for the perfect poolside setting. 

Lucia Acrylic Goblet Wine Glasses
Perfect for patio and pool, these glasses are made of a durable acrylic for worry-free use indoors and outdoors.

The ultimate kitty hangout with fleece-lined interior, multiple platforms, and hanging toys.

Frisco 57-in Faux Fur Cat Tree & Condo
Your cat can be the kitty king of his castle with The Frisco 57-Inch Cream Cat Tree. The ultimate all-in-one hangout spot for felines, it features platform perches at various heights for a shift in purr-spective.

Use this light, gender-neutral lotion for routine moisturizing and enjoy whiffs of its fresh scent for the entire day. 

Le Labo Santal 33 Body Lotion
A body lotion enriched with vitamins A and E, aloe vera and coconut and olive oils that perfumes, softens and smoothes skin.  Santal 33 introduces the brand's use of cardamom, iris, violet and ambrox, which crackle in the formula and bring to this smoking wood alloy—Australian sandalwood,...

This sweet blush hue is the last available colorway for the MoMA Design store ceramic vase, inspired by Vilhelm Lundstrøm's still life creations.

MoMA Design Store Raawii Strøm Vase
Inspired by the still lifes of Danish artist Vilhelm Lundstrøm, this handmade ceramic vase in a bold and bright hue will make a statement in your home.

Even if you don’t actually ring it at dinner time, this striking brass fixture is still worthy of some prime wall space, whether mounted indoor or outdoor.

Schoolhouse Brass Dinner Bell
The perfect way to signal dinnertime after a long day of play, the simple yet sturdy Brass Dinner Bell’s rich ring will tie a sense of sound to your memory and remind you of home.

Features like white noise, a bedtime playlist, and a soothing two-phase alarm remove the angst from waking up and settling in for bed. Pair it with the Loftie Lamp for more ease-filled morning and nighttime routines.

Loftie
Loftie is a thoughtfully connected alarm clock designed to help you break up with your smartphone alarms and get more sleep.

You enjoyed these Coyuchi sheets so much that only the twin XL size remains.

Coyuchi Organic Crinkled Percale Sheets
To create our softest, most relaxed percale yet, we took pure organic cotton and applied proprietary spinning and weaving to create a washed fabric with a lightly crinkled effect all over.The result is what may be our favorite sheeting yet: breathable, comfortable, beautifully rumpled sheets that...

DedCool’s 100% biodegradable, vegan formula is an efficient cleaner that also leaves a subtle fresh scent lingering in your laundry room.

Dedcool Milk Dedtergent
Made for clothes, sheets, intimates, delicates, and life, the 100% biodegradable, environmentally-conscious Dedtergent offers 60 washes, and can be used in the machine or for hand washing your items.

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