Deal of the Day: Cinco de Mayo Savings at LAMA

Yet another local, indie e-tailer that's offering tempting savings right now: Oakland-based LAMA (Latin America in the Modern Age), purveyor of colorful textiles, whimsical ceramics, fresh accessories, unique papergoods, and more from traditional Latin American artisans as well as modern-leaning artists and crafters.

Peruse all of LAMA's updated south-of-the-border styles right here. To take advantage of the 15 percent discount, simply enter coupon code CINCODEMAYO at checkout between now and Friday, May 15.

Cool Stuff: LAMA Pillows and Throws on Sale

Good news: From now until March 19, every pillow and throw at the Oakland, California-based LAMA Designs (Latin America in the Modern Age) is 35 percent off.

My faves have got to be artist Tanya Aguiñiga's handmade felt "Animales" series (top), on sale for $78 apiece, and the graphic Caballito Pillow (above) from Argentina's Fauna Perez, on sale for $32.50.

Though these weatherproof Mexican oilcloth pillows (the medium size in yellow is on sale for just $17) are mighty tempting, too.

While you're there, be sure to check out a few other LAMA goodies:

Pop Flower Serving Tray, $70

Blue Guatemalan Hammock, on sale for $57

Knitted Cardón Cactus, $24

Teapot With a Cold, $120

Tiny Fruit Pot With Spoon, $24

Toile Laptop Case, $32

Owlino Tote, $60

Credit Card/Business Card Case, $11

Calco Cortina Paper, $9 per sheet

Corazon Love Birds Card, $3.50

Mariana Bandin Dolls and Softies, $38 to $40 each

See all of LAMA's Latin-flavored modern wares right here.

Cool Stuff: Irana Douer's Path to World Domination

Speaking of Irana Douer ...

If original art is out of your price range, young Ms. Douer has also created a variety of budget-friendly prints, housewares, and other items bearing her strange and beautiful artwork. Top: Untitled limited-edition Giclee print, $40 at Poketo

Wallet 2, $20 at Poketo

Untitled 6 ($20), Todo Pelo ($20), and Angel ($25) archival prints, all at Thumbtack Press

Hair Pillow, $30 Australian (about $20 US) at Third Drawer Down

Portraits of Broken Hearted Women limited-edition 'zine, $7 at Islands Fold

Maria, Christina, and Nadia, teacups, $46 each at LAMA

Safiya Cup, $48 at Makool Loves You

Check out more of Douer's artwork and other creations right here.