Eatin' Cool With Eat N Tool

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 24 May 2013 19:06:20 -0700

There is little worse than picking up some KFC for an impromptu picnic or a bit of your favorite Chinese take-away for dinner in the park only to discover once you get there that you have no utensils. In vain you desperately try to find a way to eat your food. Can you rip the lids into something resembling a spoon? Do you really want to eat those steaming mashed potatoes with your fingers? It is time for Eat N Tool XL to the rescue.

Color Your Own Wallpaper

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 24 May 2013 04:58:18 -0700

Coloring is not just a fun activity for kids. Many of those of us who grew up coloring still find it a relaxing past time that reduces stress. Coloring books for adults are getting more and more common. Now you can blend you coloring activities with one of those things your mother would never let you do -- drawing on the walls. Burgerplex offers a couple of different designs of wallpaper just for coloring.

This Honey Dispenser Is One Honey Of A Gadget

Laurie Kay Olson — Thu, 23 May 2013 16:48:18 -0700

For years people have been thinking that there had to be a better way to have honey on the table and ready to dispense without having to hold that little plastic bear upside down forever. Norpro has come up with the perfect answer -- a honey dispenser that keeps that golden nectar at the dispensing end. Not only that, the base is designed to hold warm water to keep your honey flowing.

Oh Splat! That's Some Wild Nail Polish

Laurie Kay Olson — Thu, 23 May 2013 10:36:52 -0700

Nail polish has come a long way from the days when you rarely got to step away from clear, reds, and pinks. Now just about anything goes. Fingernails have become tiny canvasses on which people can express themselves. With Oh Splat! on your nails every day can be a fabulous party complete with shimmering confetti.

The Boil Buoy Lets You Know When The Heat Is On

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 21 May 2013 07:02:31 -0700

For busy people it is easy to get distracted while having something on the stove. To make sure you know when your water is boiling Quirky.com is bringing out the Boil Buoy. This dandy little gadget rings when your pot is boiling so that you won't miss your tea or burn your soup.

Going Green: Bamboo Calculator

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 21 May 2013 05:28:55 -0700

Electronics are environmentally unfriendly. They usually are made up of non-renewable resources that will take thousands of years to degrade. There is one small way that you can take a step toward sustainability -- go bamboo. One of the latest twists is that outer components made of plastic and metal are now being crafted out of bamboo.

Stone Age Swiss Army Knife Design Revealed

Laurie Kay Olson — Thu, 16 May 2013 11:46:14 -0700

You just know that Fred Flinstone and Barney Rubble each carried one of these in their pockets just for those prehistoric caveman emergencies. This Stone Age Swiss Army Knife comes with all of the tools a hairy Neanderthal just might need in a long day of hunting, foraging, and what-have-you. It is a must-have for that prehistoric man on the go.

Dinosaur Fossils Transformed Into A Tasty Treat

Laurie Kay Olson — Thu, 16 May 2013 05:37:03 -0700

If there are two things that pretty much everyone loves on some level they are cookies and dinosaurs. This is especially true of kids. WIth Dig-Ins you can bring these two things together and make dinosaur cookies. You can also make your choice between decorating them to be living dinosaurs or just a bunch of old fossils.

These Thumb Tacks Are All Thumbs!

Laurie Kay Olson — Wed, 15 May 2013 12:12:45 -0700

Sometimes there is nothing more fun that taking things literally. It is the stuff from which puns are made. These divine little thumb tacks are very "punny" all by themselves. They aren't the standard little round dots of your grandparent's time. Nor are they the plastic push pins that make you think that you will one day need thumb surgery. They are actually "thumbs."

Are You Hungry Enough To Eat A Horse? Measure Accordingly!

Laurie Kay Olson — Wed, 15 May 2013 06:12:24 -0700

Calling all pasta-holics! As you know it can be tough making sure that you make just the right amonut of pasta to go with your favorite sauce. Every kitchen can also use a bit of whimsy and this cute tool for measuring out your spaghetti, angel hair, or linguini will really get that done.

Give It A Rest: Bamboo Kitchen Utensils

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 10 May 2013 05:24:25 -0700

People who live in small apartments and mobile homes don't always have a lot of room for little extras -- sometimes not even a spoon rest. Even when you do have room for a spoon rest, they can get pretty messy. The answer can be found in these great Give It A Rest utensils. Each one comes with a built in spoon rest.

Let The Soundwagon Drive Your Music

Laurie Kay Olson — Wed, 08 May 2013 04:55:20 -0700

Back in the day our tunes only came on vinyl and there are those afficionados who say that vinyl is the only true and pure way to listen to music. If you can still find vinyl albums this is great. What can be even harder to find is something to play them on. Well, how about something to play on them? The Soundwagon will drive your music right to your ears.

Straighten Yourself Out With Spine-Worx

Laurie Kay Olson — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:20:20 -0700

No matter what you do for a living, life can be a real pain in the back. Pain killers and muscle relaxants can only help so much. Chances are what you really need is to have your vertebrae returned to proper alignment. Regular chiropractic care can be costly. Take control of your own back health with Spine-Worx,

Drinking Fudge: Not Your Average Hot Chocolate

Laurie Kay Olson — Sun, 05 May 2013 06:14:01 -0700

If you are a chocoholic and you love those decadent moments of relaxation with a mug of hot cocoa it may be time to take the experience up a notch -- or ten. Drinking Fudge is a whole different experience in liquid chocolate. Not only is it thicker and richer than your usual cup of Swiss Miss, it has an entire line of different flavors to entice the palates of even the most die-hard chocolate lovers.

The Grizzly Bear Bean Bag: The Teddy Bear Is All Grown Up

Laurie Kay Olson — Sat, 04 May 2013 05:51:49 -0700

The bean bag chair was all the rage back in the 60s and 70s. They came in one basic shape -- round. They came in a limited range of colors. For many years nothing changed and the chairs fell out of popularity as more and more people realized how stupid they looked trying to get out of them. Now the bean bag chair met your childhood teddy bear and created something new for you to love.

Need To Remember Something? Keep An Eye On Your Watch

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 03 May 2013 09:01:34 -0700

Once upon a time people would tie strings to their fingers to help them remember something important. Then came the dawn of the Post-It Note and being able to stick those reminders all over the place However, that didn't ensure that the note was going to be with you where you could find it. The problem has been solved with the Post-It Note Wrist Watch.

The Original PotMaker: Roll Your Own

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 03 May 2013 06:16:51 -0700

With spring comes time to plant. For plants that love the hot weather best their seeds may need to be planted indoors. To keep your garden extra "green" this year (and for years to come) you can recycle your newspapers into seedling pots with PotMaker^®. Once the plants are large enough and the weather warm enough you don't have to disturb the tender new roots. Just plant the pot in the ground and it will degrade naturally into the soil.

Kitchen Accessories For Scientists And Science Nerds

Laurie Kay Olson — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:21:28 -0700

If Food Network celebrity chef Alton Brown has anything to teach us about cooking it is that it's all about science. The culinary art is mostly chemistry and physics with some biology tossed in for good measure. If you are all about science and cooking you can reflect that in your kitchen with a Scientific Spice Rack, a Scientific Storage Jar Set, and Good Chemistry Salt and Pepper Shakers.

In A Jam: This Is Not Your Great-Grandpa's Bathtub Gin

Laurie Kay Olson — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 05:23:58 -0700

It appears that you can make jam out of just about anything these days -- even gin and whiskey. Take Bathtub Gin Artisanal Jam for example. Okay, they aren't really made of gin and whiskey. They are made from the best organic fruit available that is blended into a surprising line of jams with a touch of a potent potable to give it something special that you won't find in other preserves.

Kilt Tartan: Harley-Davidson Shows Scottish Pride

Laurie Kay Olson — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 06:12:04 -0700

Somehow the wearing of a kilt hardly seems to fit the image of a guy who rides a "Hog." Guys who ride Harley-Davidson motorcycles are supposed to be scruffy and hairy and . . . wait . . . that sounds like a lot of Scotsmen too. The truth is there is some basis for there to be a Harley-Davidson tartan.

Turn Your Favorite Cold Beverage To Slush Whenever You Want

Laurie Kay Olson — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 14:05:47 -0700

Gone are the days when the craving for an Icee or a Slurpee sent you off to the nearest convenience store hoping against hope that they actually have a flavor you like. If orange just isn't your thing or that blue raspberry creeps you out then the Original Slush Mug is just the thing for you.

USB Utility Charge Tool Mimics A Pocket Knife

Laurie Kay Olson — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 06:11:39 -0700

These days you need to have a bunch of different cords to connect all of your handheld electronics to your computer. Now you can hide all of those cords in a drawer and have all of those different USB connections at your fingertips (or in your pocket) with this one tool. It is the Swiss Army Knife of the cyber age.

The Wonderbag Takes Slow Cooking To A New Level

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:11:21 -0700

Wonderbag Eco Slow Cooker moves slow cooking into the 21st Century by saving money and energy since it doesn't need to be plugged in all day. Not only that you can take it with you in the car or the RV and it will continue cooking while you put in some miles on your road trip or getting your special chili to the tail-gate party.

Speed Demon: Turn Your Hamster Into A Race Car Driver

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 08:28:40 -0700

Hamsters are more than a little bit OCD when it comes to running nowhere on that little wheel of theirs. They can go all night long and if the wheel squeaks they will take you along for the ride. With this adorable little hamster race car both you and that special rodent of yours can live out your NASCAR dreams together.

Cynical Tea Bags Tie Into Your "Insecuri-teas"

Laurie Kay Olson — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 13:30:06 -0700

There is nothing like a good cup of tea to calm you, soothe you, or give you the pick-me-up you need. Sometimes the names of those teas and their blends just don't mirror the mood you are in or the mood you are seeking. Cynical Tea Bags are out to change that with their line of "special-teas."

Terrarium/Display Lamp Does Double Duty

Laurie Kay Olson — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 04:57:57 -0700

For many household space is limited, so anything that can make small spaces go further is a sought-after option. With this clever lamp the clean, modern lines can suit just about any decor and the base can double as a terrarium to add a bit of plant life for the environment, or as a small display case for collectibles or found treasures.

The Last Straw: Ice Straws Are Totally The End!

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 10:17:00 -0700

With all of the restaurants in this country it is hard to imagine just how many plastic (and before that paper) straws are cluttering up landfills. The gross tonnage is probably jaw-dropping. At least there is something you can do at home to help alleviate the problem -- and it is fun and easy. Make your own ice straws.

Set The Right Mood With Speakers Right In The Blanket

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 08:39:40 -0700

A picnic in the country or an evening out under the stars can be a special, romantic or fun event for everyone concerned, especially if you have right tunes playing and a comfy blanket to curl up on. Then all you need is a loaf of bread, a jug of wine, and that special thou in your life and you are all set for a memorable event.

Need A Sharp Pencil? Leave It To Beaver

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 05:45:26 -0700

How much wood can a woodchuck chuck . . . aw, who cares? The point is, the pencil point that is, is that this adorable little beaver can chew enough wood to keep your pencils sharp for a lifetime. Not only that, he does double duty as a paperweight. Since beavers process wood with their teeth it is appropriate that you sharpen your pencil by sticking it in his mouth.

Shit Box -- The Portable Cardboard Crapper

Laurie Kay Olson — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:49:16 -0700

Anyone who has ever been out in the wilds camping, hiking, or fishing knows that there is not always an outhouse around when you need one. Even when there is one it may not be clean enough to actually sit down and conduct business on. Shit Box is a light-weight, portable solution to an age-old problem.