ALESSI - Porta-palitos

The little wooden figure has a surprising weight to it, and the way the toothpicks poke out from its back feels both practical and playful. It's a conversation starter on my kitchen counter that also serves a real purpose.

It’s rare to find an object that feels like it carries a quiet story, but this toothpick holder does exactly that—Branzi’s poetic touch makes the simple act of grabbing a toothpick feel intentional. The piece sits beautifully on my counter, and the weight is just right, not flimsy at all. I smile ev

The sculptural form adds a real artistic presence to my kitchen counter, and the toothpicks are perfectly easy to grab through the small opening. It makes me smile every time I reach for it.