Oh Yeah, An Olla Pot Can Help You Keep Your Garden Green

Laurie Kay Olson — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:26:31 -0700

With the continuing drought in much of the country and dwindling water resources anything that can water your plants efficiently and save water is a treasure. The Olla Pot (pronounced o-ya) is a bit of ancient technology that is returning to popularity. The unglazed terra cotta pot provides a continuous and efficient water supply to your plants.

Star Trek: Where No Wine Has Gone Before

Laurie Kay Olson — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:12:08 -0700

Space -- the final frontier. These are the vintages of the Starship Enterprise. Yes, indeed Trekkie fandom has reached a new high (or low if you don't get it). There are three varieties of Star Trek wine available for preorder from the members-only wine marketing website Vinport. For adult Trek fans the world over it is finally time to reach "nerdvana."

Kitty Arcade: Whack-A-Mole For Cats

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 10:43:22 -0700

Remember those days of your youth (or even middle age) when you would hang out at an arcade and take out your pent up anger and aggression playing Whack-A-Mole? Bring that joy back into your life and play Cat Whack-A-Mole with your favorite frisky feline. Okay, even the dog may want to get in on this action.

Amazing Humidifier Is Actually Amazing

Laurie Kay Olson — Thu, 06 Jun 2013 05:23:54 -0700

When the summer temperatures go up the air conditioning goes on and dries everything out, especially your skin and your sinuses. It can be hard to have a regular humidifier with you because they can be large and you always have to worry about mold build up. With the Amazing Humidifier you can have it with you and turn just about any bottle of water into a humidifier that plugs into your computer.

Playing Cards Of A Different Color

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 04:40:47 -0700

Is that weekly poker game with the guys (or gals) starting to feel just a bit lackluster? Have you tried just about every permutation of five card draw, seven card stud, and Texas hold 'em that you can think of? Perhaps it is time for a new deck of cards -- one that will really change the game. It will be tough for everyone to keep a poker face when they are trying to figure out their hand when it is all one color.

Gallium: Better Entertaining Through Chemistry

Laurie Kay Olson — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 10:27:55 -0700

If you are one of those people (and you know you are) who likes to amaze you friends with little tricks and interesting facts then having a little gallium on hand is for you. It's a great conversation starter or ice breaker when you pull out a little piece of metal and use your amazing mental powers to turn it into liquid in the palm of your hand.

Going Green: Good Insects Vs. Bad Insects

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 05:04:07 -0700

There are healthy and safe ways to take care of the pests in your garden without resorting to poison. Let good bugs take over and get rid of the ones that are killing your plants. It is better for the environment and better for you -- and they are easily available for order to be shipped right to you.

Make Your Dad A Binary Star This Father's Day

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 31 May 2013 19:45:41 -0700

Whether you dad is a science nerd or a sci fi geek he will probably get a kick out of Father's Day gifts with Dad imprinted on them in binary code. They are bound to draw comments and questions from his friends -- and even a few strangers. They will also give dad a laugh as he tries to figure out what this is all about.

Grow One Of The Tallest Trees In The World For Yourself

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 31 May 2013 11:38:01 -0700

Trees are amazing things -- they cool us in the heat, protect us from wind, and provide us with the materials for shelter. With their ability to process carbon dioxide into oxygen they are the lungs of the Earth. One of the largest tree on the planet is the giant redwood. To do your part for the environment (and just 'cause you want to) you can grow your own redwood in your garden.

You're Makin' Bacon -- No Fakin'!

Laurie Kay Olson — Fri, 31 May 2013 05:12:35 -0700

America has a major and passionate obsession with bacon. It is something that has reached absurd proportions when you can buy bacon wallets, bacon ties, and bacon shoes. It has become bacon-paloosa out there! Now you can indulge in your pork product passion in a more useful way by making your own bacon with The Original Baconkit.

Your Growing Baby Can Still Rock The Tree Tops With A Treehouse Bed

Laurie Kay Olson — Thu, 30 May 2013 13:55:51 -0700

Every kid needs his or her own special space to let their imaginations run wild. The dream of having their own playhouse, clubhouse, or treehouse. You may not have the right outdoor space to provide any of these for your child, but you can turn a portion of their bedroom into the house of their dreams with a Treehouse Bed from Pottery Barn.

For Your Big Blow-Out You May Need A Big Blow-Up

Laurie Kay Olson — Thu, 30 May 2013 10:53:11 -0700

Having a large amount of furniture around for that occasional big bash is not all that feasible. It takes up a lot of room and requires a lot of moving back and forth. And if you want to change venues and have your party or reception at the beach or in a park it can become almost unmanageable -- that is unless you have an AirLounge XL inflatable lounger by Bench 7.

Get Your Balcony To Meet The Grill Of Its Dreams

Laurie Kay Olson — Thu, 30 May 2013 05:12:02 -0700

When you live in a condo or apartment your balcony is rarely an expansive space for an outdoor living area. Placing a barbecue grill in that area can make it a whole lot smaller, making summer entertaining nearly impossible. One of the least used areas on your balcony is most likely the railing -- hence the invention of the Bruce Handrail Grill.

I Can Has Cheeseburger To Wrap My Gifts

Laurie Kay Olson — Wed, 29 May 2013 20:26:02 -0700

Other than different pretty patterns, reversible paper, and coordinating gift tags, little has changed when it comes to wrapping paper over the years. There is something new out there that is clever and whimsical with a dash of American food obsession. The five different papers make up the ingredients of a classic cheeseburger.

Become A Musician: Learn To Play The Ruler

Laurie Kay Olson — Wed, 29 May 2013 07:57:06 -0700

You may have always liked the idea of becoming a musician but mom didn't force you through those endless piano or clarinet lessons like that geeky kid up the street. Now that you are all grown up the idea of fitting all those lessons into your busy schedule is more than a little daunting. What you need is an instrument that you can learn to play while you are on the telephone on hold or during those lengthy commercial breaks on TV. You need the Musical Ruler with Songbook.

Time To Hang Out? Do It In Your Own Cocoon

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 28 May 2013 18:38:30 -0700

There are times when you just want to get away and find a little privacy and calm in the midst of the chaos you call a life. With a Hanging Cocoon you can have that spot just outside your home. It is sort of a swing and tent hybrid. It is a hammock that you don't have to have special skills to get into so that you don't get thrown to the ground. It is your own little hanging oasis.

Rainshader: Umbrellas, The Next Generation

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 28 May 2013 11:49:59 -0700

We've had a love-hate relationship with umbrellas for a long time. The contraptions have been around in one form or another in different parts of the world for thousands of years. They have long kept us protected from rain and sun. Other than making them collapsible and retractable, the basic design has changed little. That is changing as the Rainshader comes on the market.

Double Duty: Is It A Picnic Table Or A Bench?

Laurie Kay Olson — Tue, 28 May 2013 05:10:55 -0700

A garden bench is a wonderful accent for any garden or yard to set off that shady spot where you love to sit and enjoy a summer day. Then again, a picnic table is great for those weekend gatherings of family and friends. The problem is that you either don't have the money or the space to accommodate both. With the Merry Garden Interchangeable Picnic Table and Garden Bench you can have both in the same piece of furniture.

No Joke: Comfy Breasts Offer Relief For Well-Built Women

Laurie Kay Olson — Mon, 27 May 2013 10:32:52 -0700

With the arrival of the Comfy Breasts™ full body pillow full-breasted women everywhere are breathing a huge sigh of relief. If there is one thing that these women are not able to do (just about the only thing other than father children) it is being able to lie face down comfortably. Comfy Breasts is here to change all of that pain and discomfort.

Soft Pretzels Without The Hassle Of Going To The Mall

Laurie Kay Olson — Mon, 27 May 2013 05:34:58 -0700

Soft pretzels are one of those great snacks that go with baseball games, Renaissance festivals, and trips to the mall. Among all of the snacks you can purchase from vendors at these types of venues, pretzels are probably one of the healthiest when you put them up against fried pickles and fried macaroni and cheese on a stick. So why not make a few at home for special occasions like game day and any day that you survive life?

Be A Barbecue Tool Guy With a BBQ Tool Belt

Laurie Kay Olson — Sun, 26 May 2013 14:08:12 -0700

Making sure that those coals are just right or the flame just so hot before you start to grill is serious business. You also have to have all the right tools for the job. Really? You can't just toss the burgers on the grill and hope for the best? Okay, I get it, it's a guy thing. For all those tool guys out there who take their summer holiday barbecuing as a mission from God, this tool belt is just the thing to help answer the call.

Playing Pool Has Gone Bananas

Laurie Kay Olson — Sun, 26 May 2013 11:22:20 -0700

In the right company playing pool can be more fun than a barrel full of monkeys. Even all of those monkeys will have fun on a pool table shaped like a banana. It's crazy. It's whacky. It's even a bit bizarre. That is exactly why it makes you want to at least try it out, if not actually have one of your own.

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.