Wednesday, December 23, 2009
A water bottle that lasts


Here's a great eco-friendly water bottle that is stylish and functional. 25oz of pure drinking goodness with a screw on, spill resistant lid and an insulated wrap made from some of the most popular fabrics available. Made from stainless steel so it can take what ever you throw at it.

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Tuesday, December 22, 2009
perfect for the person who drinks liquids



Everyone knows that the problem with bottles is those caps. So much effort to remove them.

Now, thanks to the bottle cap punch, you can pop a hole in the cap that fits your straw. Just the sort of useless device that your loved one is in total need of. This belongs in every stocking.

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Sweet Bracelets



Get your wrists on some of these cool bracelets made from authentic rock vinyl records from the '50s, '60s, '70s and '80s. Fits any size wrist.

Found via TreeHugger

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Monday, December 21, 2009
A Holiday Essential



Give this to anyone on your list who does not have this movie in their collection. This holiday staple is the perfect movie to remind you that your family is not the only dysfunctional one in the world.

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give the gift of ugly



Because everyone in your family deserves a totally ugly sweater to match the one your mom always wears.

You've already done the ugly holiday sweater party, now do it better and get the whole family to show up at mom's house, in style. From @ericfleming

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Friday, December 18, 2009
Give the gift of App


Let that special someone on your list go App crazy with this $25 gift card. guaranteed to make any iPhone addict grin from ear to ear.

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Thursday, December 17, 2009
Steal the sun


Capitalize on the fact our suns rays are getting stronger. This handy dandy device will capture the suns rays and convert it into energy to power your ipod, PSP, PDA and more! Stop paying for energy and steal it from mother nature.

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Wednesday, December 16, 2009
D.I.Y. Ideas


Have someone on your list that is always looking for a project to take on? This stack of cards are filled with ideas and projects to keep any D.I.Y'er busy. Projects range from designing new house wares to a new wardrobe.

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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Adult Swim in a Box


Help a someone special grow their DVD collection with this sweet collection of Adult Swim staples. Collection includes Space Ghost, Robot Chicken, Metalocalypse, Aqua Teen Hunger and more! Make sure you give it to someone who won't mind you stopping by to watch a few episodes from time to time.

Found Via Cool Hunting.

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Everybody loves a sweet T-shirt



Looking for that gift for someone that is much more hipper than you? Your best bet is to head over to Threadless and have a look around at their amazing collection of T-shirts and prints.

Still stumped on which shirt to buy? they also offer gift certificates in various price ranges. Threadless was also one of the places featured on this years Plaid Nation tour.

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christmas by colour




That's right, leave it to the Brits to spell color with a "u." A set of 12 Pantone color chip inspired Christmas cards. Based on colors submitted to Raw Designs Studio's Christmas by Colour project. Buy them here. Via If It's Hip It's Here.

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Monday, December 14, 2009
Artists you should know

So you didn't go to art school and you missed out on a formal art history eduction... Fear not! This great book by Thomas Koester will help you discover 50 great artists from the Gothic period to present day. Information includes biographies, timelines, technique analyses and more!

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Friday, December 11, 2009
Give your phone a seat


Never know where to put your phone down at work? Looking for a fantastic stocking stuffer? Look no more, This tiny bean bag is the perfect way to show your phone that you love it. Give your cell phone the gift of comfort this year

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Thursday, December 10, 2009
Crush It

So chances are that if you are on Twitter you probably heard of Gary V and his book Crush It, but if you haven't, here it is. Have a passion? Want to figure out how to make it real? Gary V. shares with you his tips and tricks to help get you on track to making your passions into reality.

Check out Gary giving Brandflakes For Breakfast his quality seal of approval.

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Wednesday, December 9, 2009
b is for bowie




Awesome keyboard stickers from Chris Delorenzo. Though I fear I'd have to do a lot of thinking everytime I type something. Lets see. D is devil, A is for airplaine, V vampire, I is for ice cream, and D is for devil. Whew, that's a lot of work just to spell my name. I guess if I had paid better attention in typing class I wouldn't have to look at the keys when I type.

via BuzzFeed

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helvetica




A film about world domination, one letter form at a time. Now available on Blu-ray disc.

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Say Cheese!


Looking for a family activity that won't consume your entire Saturday? Do you love cheese?

This kit is a great way to get started in cheese making and the kids can even help too. Make your own mozzarella or ricotta in 30 minutes, the kit comes with everything you need (besides milk) to get started.

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Tell time, old school style



LED screen? Fancy Dials? Who needs them!? This beautifully styled retro clock will help keep you on time and in style. Features a snazzy glow in the dark screen and oversized alarm button.

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Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Color Correct Coin Purse


This coin purse makes a great stocking stuffer for the creative on your list. Also functions as a great conversation starter, see how many designers flock to your side when you pull this out when getting your morning coffee. Also comes in red, Uh... I mean Pantone 19-1763.

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Monday, December 7, 2009
People in the walls



This cool and a slightly scary vase comes with everything you need to mount to your wall. Comes with both a tube vase for flowers and a candlestick holder.

(Found via @kotobuki711)

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Make better movies


This camera can be mounted to your helmet, handlebars and other sporting equipment. Capture great shots of you skiing, biking , skateboarding or even snorkeling (it's waterproof!)

This shock resistant camera captures movies at a resolution of 640 x 480 and comes with bar mount, helmet mount, 3 securing straps, USB cable, TV out cable and silicone grease.

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Friday, December 4, 2009
Woodgrain = Classy



Check out this cool woodgrain iPhone case. While most people are wrapping their phones in rubber and plastic, you can make a statement with this impact resistant case made from hardwoods like bamboo.

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Speak your mind while driving


This scrolling LED screen is a great way to make sure other motorists are 100% clear on what your trying to say to them. It mounts on the back of your rear window and can rotate up to 16 messages. Time for a road trip!

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Thursday, December 3, 2009
Developer Wear



A great shirt for the internet lover on your list. Guaranteed to make people who look at the shirt frustrated and through their keyboard across the room.

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Photo and Vintage Enthusiasts Unite!


Remember digging through your parents old photos and wishing you had a camera that could create dreamy, lo-fi images? You wish is granted with the Lomography Diana Dreamer Camera, now you can take sweet vintage looking photos and transform your images back to a time when the term "mega-pixel" was gibberish.

The camera features 2 shutter settings, 3 aperture settings, and manual focus. It also comes with a book filled with over 200 pages of Diana history, Diana+ images, and truly off-the-wall fictional stories.

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don't worry...




...everything will be okay if you buy me this really cool t-shirt this holiday season. Looks like you'll have to break out your £s, but they do accept PayPal.

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Wednesday, December 2, 2009
not just any blocks...




...but really cool retro inspired photo-lettering blocks from type foundry House Industries. And if that doen't get you typography nuts excited, check out the rest of House Industry's accessory line.

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Brownie-Tech


Nothing ruins a brownie eating experience than having the whole thing fall apart on you. But this pan is the trick to ensure that every brownie has two nice stable edges to it as well being more evenly cooked. It can also allow you to make one giant "m" or "w" brownie. Comes with a custom spatula and recipes.

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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
we match



Doesn't everyone coordinate their phones with their wardrobe? Well they do over at Threadless. The t-shirt mavens have treamed up with Griffin Technologies to produce iPhone cases featuring original art from the Threadless community.

Get one here. And another here.

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next time your at a party, pick your nose



The fine folks at Fred are now offering an affordable alternative to plastic surgery.

Available at amazon.com.

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The Word Series



These shirts are perfect for the Literary/Sport fan on your list. Show your support for your heroes even if they have never swung a bat before in their fictional lives. The first "team" of 9 players include Huck Finn and Captian Ahab among others.

Found Via Time Out NYC

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Monday, November 30, 2009
Your Fridge is Photoshopped


Photoshop Magnet Kit on Think Geek
Now you can photoshop things even when you're cooking dinner.

via Svpply

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8 & 16 Bit Awesomeness


You can not go wrong with a classic, but team it up with another and you have holiday gold! This gaming unit does not connect to the internet and will not play blue-ray discs but it will transport you back to a magical period when gaming was simple and even a tad crude.

This unit supports both Nintendo and Super Nintendo games, so go on and get those old game cartridges out of the attic and let the fun begin!

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give big foot a home



If you're trimming the tree or attending a tree trimming party this weekend, you must get the Big Foot and Yeti tree ornaments. Buy them online or at the Cryptozoology Museum gift shop. You heard us right...cryptozoology museum. From BoingBoing.

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Friday, November 27, 2009
A cooler that gets it



How many fantastic moments in sports/television history have you missed because you were busy burrowing in the fridge for a beer? Not anymore with this fantastic little invention. Just pop in some batteries, fill it up with your favorite beverage and it's show time. A robot that vacuums? BORING! A robot that fetches you a cold one during double over time? Score!

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tote bags are hot



Tote bags used to be for moms, dorks and librarians, but now they're toted by even the grittiest hipsters in Brooklyn. This is the perfect bag for the typographer in your life.

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Wednesday, December 24, 2008
The stores are closed. Now what?



You're out of wrapping paper. Everything's closed. What to do?

Lifehacker points to a few sweet ideas on how to wrap your gifts (gloriously, we might ad) with the magazines and other stuff laying around your house.

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Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Be a kid again!



Remember your ultra comfortable footie pajamas as a child? Now kids aren't the only ones who get to have awesome sleep-time attire! Theses Pj's come in adult sizes and have non slip material on the bottom of the feet to keep you grounded. Now just grab your self a seat in front of the Saturday morning cartoons and wait for your juice box to be delivered

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how to not buy paper that's instantly garbage



You've done all of your shopping...now it's time to do wrapping. And it makes you sick to buy hundreds of feet of forest, just to become garbage in minutes. Not to worry.

Inhabitat has a really cool post featuring 20 eco friendly (and creative) gift wrapping ideas.

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Monday, December 22, 2008
Airzooka














Doesn’t this just look like it would do major sonic damage? Relax, you’re safe. Sometimes you just want to shoot someone without that whole arrest/homicide paperwork thing. Airzooka shoots a giant blast of... air. $16.99 from Amazon. (Via thisnext.com)

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MacGyver wish he had this



This is great for the traveler/ camper on your list. You never know when you are going to need a tool on the road but when you do you wish you had packed one. This multi-tool has six screw drivers, a ruler, pliers and a bottle opener and more, making it incredibly useful in a pinch. The best part is that this multi-tool fits into the palm of your hand!

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old school typewriters are the rage



Fred Flare is selling real deal Olivetti typewriters. Apparently, the very last typewriter still in production today.

You could probably also get a nice IBM Selectric at the local pawn shop. Anyway, the writer on your list will love you for appreciating the old school craft. Even if it's only used as decoration, or a conversation piece.

(How many people just said: "what's a typewriter?")

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Friday, December 19, 2008
Snowball fight!




Everyone loves a good snowball fight, until that one dude who plays baseball shows up and brings the fight to a whole new level. Don't worry, this snowball gun will help you even the score. Simply pack the snow in the forming chamber and close the lid. But be careful, the gun hurls softball size snowballs up to 50 feet and a shot at close range could turn a fun day of dashing through the snow into a winter wonder hell.

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Thursday, December 18, 2008
kickin it old skool




Why not get back to basics this holiday season with this complete linoleum block printing kit from Speedball. Carving skills not included. Available at Urban Outfitters.

Source Cool Hunting.

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wrist cuffs in every color


Wrist cuffs are hot, hot, hot - and these are sweeeet. Hand made from vintage records, these come in a variety of sizes and styles. Made with love, in Brooklyn, NY.

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Wednesday, December 17, 2008
a light up leash for your pup.



Because good puppies deserve gifts, too. An illuminated leash will make your dog visible to the neighborhood, while groaning in embarrassment. If your dog likes silly outfits, he'll love a light up leash.

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Use the force



This gift is sure to please the sports nut and Star Wars buff on your list. These jerseys cover most popular sports such as baseball,football, hockey and basketball and have team names like the Assassins and Dark Side. These won't make you play better but they might strike fear into your opponents heart.

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an alarm clock that runs and hides



For the person in your life that really doesn't enjoy mornings. An alarm clock that runs away if you don't get up.

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iPhone iWrap iCool.












iWant. Make your iPhone cooler, along with your laptop from Infectious with a series of non-permanent wraps. $9.99 for iPhones and $29.99 for laptops. (Via Bub.blicio.us.)

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Make your mark...er.














What’s better than chalkboard t-shirts? Not much, except... Markertees! (That’s right, shout it out when you know the answer.) Each tee comes with a rewritable marker. You change the message by throwing it in the wash. $28.90 (Via Josh Spear.)

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Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Brooklyn in the house. Actually, your neighborhood in the house.















Very cool set of posters of various famous neighborhoods in the U.S. Check out Ork Posters! City Neighborhoods for more details. $22. (Via The Amber Show.)

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Hydra-Alarm Clock




Worried about your carbon footprint? don't sweat it. This alarm clock will help you in your quest to be a green-conscious superstar. How? This thing runs on water and other liquids and moonlights as a flower vase too. Now you can see if your alarm clock is as eager to start the day if you feed it a couple of margaritas the night before.

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a frame that rocks



A perfect frame for that awesome band photo. A frame made from old records is awesome for the rock star on your list.

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for the future street artist


The cool kids don't want to color in Dora the Explorer coloring books. They need to prepare for a career of tagging and coloring the urban landscape. And the Street Art coloring book is a perfect start. (Then try and teach them not to color on the walls.)

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Monday, December 15, 2008
iphone friendly gloves



Not the silly fingerless gloves that leave your fingertips all frostbitten - these DOTS gloves have magic dots that work with Apple's iPhone. Conveniently available in the best colors - grey and black.

Currently sold out - but you can sign up for an email when they're back in stock. Cross your fingers for a timely delivery!!

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so much more fun than a stress ball



If you or your gift recipients live anywhere near San Diego - check this out. Sarah's Smash Shack lets you smash stuff. In a completely safe, stress reducing environment. And they'll even clean it up, afterward.

This is an awesome pop up retail idea, too - but in the meantime, buy a Sarah's Smash Shack gift certificate for your friend in California. From Kuanyin Moi, via Twitter.

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Friday, December 12, 2008
Rinse, Wash, Repeat




When your on the move all the time it may be hard to keep a tally of all of your gadgets and gear. Sometimes these items may find themselves heading for a certain watery fate, more specifically the washing machine. Fear not, this USB superstick from King Drive will stand up to the toughest spin cycle your washer has to offer and laughs in the face of the permanent press setting on your dryer. It will probably be fine after you get pushed into the pool with all your clothes on after your uncle has had too much to drink and gets a little too rowdy.

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my what big ear buds you have




Got gigantic ears? Well then these are the earbuds for you. And for you all you people with normal size ears, these make great speakers for your computer or ipod.

Source Core77.com (check out the keyboard for blondes also at the link).

Available at fredflare.com.

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matt's magical calendar



Here's a piece of art that's also a calendar. Of sorts. It's a hand-drawn 2009 calendar, by Plaid's own Matt Hunsberger. Get 1 of 250 pieces for your special friend. Or by them all and hoard from the masses until they become collector's items.

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f the rain



Here's a gift that's sure to please everyone. Everyone that hates the rain. An umbrella that's constantly giving a salute to the rain. Also good for turning vertical, and pointing to people across the street.

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It’s T-shirt mania!












First is the chalkboard tee for women @ $38, and the Ampersand tee for anyone @ $22. (Both shirts via The Amber Show.) Just don’t hug anyone with the chalk one on, especially if they’re wearing black.

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Thursday, December 11, 2008
coolest straw ever



File this under things I wish I had when I was a kid. Actually, you can really file this under things I would like right now. The Guys over at boysstuff.co.uk offer the way cool DIY Strawz . Set up your own crazy drinking contraption and make mixed drinks without any mixing. This makes those crazy straws I had growing up look positively un-crazy.

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Pop-Up Cakes, mmmm





These awesome cards are designed by children's book creators Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart. Load up on these for the year when you have to give a last minute gift, perfect for that person with a sweet tooth or is a origami fanatic.

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desktop robot eats crumbs and sweater lint



At our agency, we're a little wary of robots (that's the unofficial office theme song at Plaid, for 2008).

But most people completely trust robots. And love robots. And worship anything inspired by robots. If there's a robotaholic on your gift list, she'll love this desktop robot vacuum.

Use it for fun, to clean up the cookie crumbs next to your keyboard, or use it for evil to keep you entertained during a boring conference call. Whatever your use, Mr. Desktop robot is sure to be your best desktop friend.

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Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Can't miss with a classic



These watches not only tell time, they tell it with early 90's style. They come in a bunch of color options and can take a beating. You may have had one back in the day when you use to rock out to bands like Mr.Big.

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gym bags from old jackets



So you went to art school, and spend all of your time with people dressed in dark clothing and vintage tees. But your brother-in-law is a raging sport hole. What could you possibly get him, that's cool and that he'll appreciate?

These Finisher Bags from No Mas are awesome. Made from recycled of satin sport team jackets, they bring new life to sport-hole fashion. Buy them for their cool color schemes and logos, or buy them for the teams they represent. Team sports where never cooler.

From Matt Noreen, via Twitter.

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Tuesday, December 9, 2008
When you wish you had one.



Ever have the best opportunity for a great picture and it comes out all blurry and botched up? Here's a great solution for the photographer or flickr junkie on your list. Small, portable, lightweight and functional are a few words that come to mind when describing this tiny tripod from Gorrilapod. Get yours and and don't let those rare photo-ops pass you by

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subway tokens for your neck



Hanger 3 has recycled subway tokens, world's fair tokens and other classic coinage into awesome necklaces. And they'll only cost you the price of a few rides on the A train.

This is a great gift for someone who just left a favorite city, lives and breathes a particular city, or is otherwise emotionally attached to urban life.

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Monday, December 8, 2008
Rock the Shower



Do you hate parting ways with your ipod while you're in non pod-friendly environments such as the shower? Fear no more, now you can bring your old friend with you with these snazzy new splash proof portable speakers from JVC. Just think you, your ipod, bathing will never be the same again.

Found via Ben Kunz

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bring all your stuff with you everywhere



Bracelets are hot again for guys and girls. Why not make them useful? These cool USB bracelets come in a bunch of cool colors as well as 2GB of storage. Hot. Wrist. Action.

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Don’t forget the Christmas tunes.















Tired of those three A Very Special Christmas CDs? It’s okay, you can say it: You are. Why not try a different collection of holiday tunes from CD Baby. And because it’s the internet, you can try before you buy by clicking on mp3 samples of most tunes. A vector-retro Jingle Bells? Sure it’s hit or miss with winners and losers in this list, but tell me you really want to hear Springsteen ask the E-Street band what time it is again—and again, and...?

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Just don’t let Slash get his hands on these.











From foldable cups to foldable speakers. These MUJI eco-friendly 3 1/4” lightweight, collapsible speakers fit any portable music device you have, and are made of recycled cardboard. Available at MoMA. Rock on.

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Don’t just have a cow this holiday—give one.















Pretty cool idea for alternative gifting this year. Oxfam America’s Unwrapped gift program lets you donate useful, even life-saving gifts in a range of prices for almost any budget. Cool too because doing some good for others is what it’s about, and that’s never a bad thing. (The alligators are really hard to regift though, so don’t even try and send me one.)

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Who doesn’t need a cup that folds?















You’re digging around in the car for a cup, something, anything to hold a drink, when you remember this little thing you tucked in the glove compartment that you got for Christmas. It’s the Orikaso Mug that folds flat, perfect stuffers for flat stockings.

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Friday, December 5, 2008
This ones not for Whimpy



Separately hamburgers and telephones are pretty cool, put them together and you have an instant classic. This affordable slice of awesomeness will be the envy of everyone in your house or office and have you daydreaming about lunch all morning.

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the age old question



What do you do on Christmas when you're Jewish? Well here's a great way to keep yourself busy before you head out for some Chinese food and a movie. It's Kosherland the first board game made especially for us non-Christmas celebraters.

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this one is strictly for the prankster



This is the perfect gift for the person who's always playing pranks around the office. The Annoy-a-tron 2.0 is a tiny little gadget that comes loaded with six sounds. Choose from a cricket chirping or a mosquito buzzing or plenty of other annoyances. Set the volume, hide the device, and drive your co-workers crazy! That's the best way to show holiday spirit.

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super slick digital time



When Swatch launched back in the glorious 80's, they retailed for about $30, and people referred to them as "disposable" watches. People loved them for their design, for their color and affordability.

These uber modernist watches from Too Late have the same design spirit. And they sell for $29.99!! I'll take the one in black, grey or orange, please.

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Thursday, December 4, 2008
Let it snow, anywhere



This makes a great, affordable stocking stuffer. Doesn't snow where you live? Now you can make your own! Make your kid's day or start an all out snowball fight in your office. It's simple to use - pour out a little of the mix add water and BAM! Instant winter. Make too much, let it dry out and you can use it over and over again.

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a ridiculous laptop bag



For your friends that work until they drop, here's the perfect bag. It's a laptop bag that's also a pillow. Perfect for the afternoon nap, after the sugar crash.

It's also a good place to rest your head, after getting pummeled by the fashion police for carrying a silly messenger bag.

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Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Because we never stop learning



Whether you need to brush up on creating impressive spreadsheets or learning the ins and outs of the newest creative software, Lynda.com is the place to go. Not exactly a cool blinking gadget but this online tutorial source is the perfect gift for that person in your life who spends plenty of time in front the computer trying to figure the software out. From creating cool podcasts to advance photo touching techniques, Lynda.com has you covered.

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Retro Bluetooth?




Sick of those hands-free bluetooth ear bug things? Then have a look at this awesome retro bluetooth handset from ThinkGeek. Now you can pretend you're on a rotary phone and talk on your cell at the same time. Check it out at ThinkGeek.

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Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Bubbly Good fun



How many times have you had to stave off people who want to pop your bubble wrap? How many times have you had people ask you what date is it? Now you can satisfy both needs with this bubbly fun calendar Simply pop the days away, fun for the whole family.

**Does not include small child, only there for scale

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Monday, December 1, 2008
Wrenchware



Tired of having to decide between changing your oil and eating dinner? These utensils are reinventing the term "fine silver" and perfect for the multi-tasking weekend warrior who can't bring themselves part ways with their projects.

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punk rock skull umbrella



Keep your mohawk, spikes, fauxhawk, and even your mullet dry in the worst winter storms. Rain sleet and snow will be scared to go anywhere near your umbrella. And for those who prefer a more direct approach...

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Sunday, November 30, 2008
pirates and ninjas join forces for holiday wishes



The world is made up of two kinds of people: pirates and ninjas. Only the magic of the holiday season can bring them together.

Before you even begin your gift shopping, you'd better get your holiday cards in the mail. And these will be perfect.

Santa rocking out as a pirate and a Ninja spreading Hanukkah cheer. Inside messages include: “YO HO HO! MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAARRGH!” and “HAPPY HANUNCHUCKS!”

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Thursday, December 20, 2007
will you miss your cozy cubicle during the holidays?



Got any gift recipients stuck in a cubicle all day? Get them their very own "The Cubes" to play with in their cubes. Or for when they get home and and their home/apartment doesn't feel cramped and 1980 enough.

Good thing our UPS guy doesn't look like this.

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Wednesday, December 19, 2007
when shipping is too expensive...



...because you waited too long, give an emailable gift card. And why not give the gift of cool travel on Plaid's favorite airline?

We even have it on tape. We're also JetBlue's very favorite agency.

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Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Slim Goodbody



Most of us are working in the creative field because we couldn't get into medical school. That doesn't mean we don't like anatomy. Hey I studied it every time we had a nude model in college drawing class. So whether you're a designer or a M.D. these socks will look cool on your feet.

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Monday, December 17, 2007
Paper Invaders



Although we're still blogging about gift ideas, you should really be done with all your shopping by now, right? Time to wrap things up, get it? I can't wrap presents to save my life and to be honest I make my Mom do it for me, thanks Mom! The only problem is my Mom buys really lame wrapping paper. You know the kind, you've seen it at your local Walmart. So this year I might have Mom wrap gifts with this killer space invader wrapping paper thanks to whimsypress.

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the Little Lamp that could



For your slightly geeky designy friend. Whose monitor doesn't need one of these tiny lamps? And there's a tiny pull chain!

Make sure you buy Duracell for it!

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Friday, December 14, 2007
The Bearded Cap



Holy crap I want one of these! Ok so this is a slight departure from the norm on our gift guide - it's over $100 and I don't have a web address you can order it from. But if you're close to NYC you can head down to Scandinavian Grace in Brooklyn and grab yourself one of the coolest caps available for the winter for $135 - worth every penny in my opinion (Found via kitsunenoir)

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Thursday, December 13, 2007
Tiz the season to get your drink on



Now we all enjoy the occasional 40oz. every once in a while - so the next time you start flashing your gang signs you know it's time to break out your trusty 40 OZ BEER COZY. (Found via thegreenhead.com)

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Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Stay warm this holiday season



The perfect gift to help your designer stay warm and clean out their desk drawers of all those unwanted old comps!

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Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Lego's are so cool



Especially when they're made of ice. Goes great with drinks served in Lego tumblers placed on Lego coasters.

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my dog's dream come true



My super cute dog, Cricket, would love to find this toy under the tree. And you know you have some questionable friends who might also be thrilled to receive some plush road kill. Each toy (Twitch, the Raccoon) even comes in a translucent body bag with a toe tag! Stay tuned for the Grind the rabbit, Pop the Weasel, and Splodge the hedgehog.

Further fun road kill stuff here.

Thanks to The Denver Egotist.

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Monday, December 10, 2007
Step off son



We all know you don't F with Helvetica.

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Darryl needs one of these:



Guard your precious iphone in scary Sesame Street style.

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threadless - $10



A bunch of their shirts, like this one, are only $10!

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Thursday, December 6, 2007
The Mac/PC war takes no holidays



Are you shopping for a creative type? Do you often find it weird how they "Think Different"? Then head over to missingbite.com where you can get all the paraphernalia you could ever need this holiday season.

Apple rules. Throw out your Zune.

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for the designer's hound



Much better than the usual giant dog bean bag, right? These nests are for cats and dogs under 50 lbs. We need some of these for the Plaid pad.

Thanks Daily Candy.

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Great Art for $20


If you're looking for great art from contemporary artists, designers and illustrators, look no further than 20x200. New art is available every week. $20 for 8.5x11 prints, $200 for 17x22 prints, and if you're feeling really rich, $2000 for 30x40 prints. The piece above is by Carrie Marill.

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Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Burnin Down the House



What do designers love more then fonts? That's right, a lot of things! But we sure like fonts more then the average schmo. Super badass font design shop House Industries is offering $25, $50, $75, $100, and $200 gift certificates that would make a great gift for me, or some other lucky designer.

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Baby Jesus says watch that belly



Of course it's perfectly natural to stuff your face this holiday season but if you're tied to a desk all day like I am this can become a problem. So we need to keep that beer belly in check.

You might be asking yourself do I weigh myself in Pounds or Kilograms though? Now you can forget both because what's more universal that celebrities! Pick up this Celebrity Scale for everyone you know this holiday season - it also comes in a farm animal edition.

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I love lamp.



I love lightbulb too. You will as well after checking out the LampLamp found at Charles & Marie. Creative types love creative things and this is certainly a new "twist" on the everyday light source.

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A little piece of nature



You might assume that because most creative types don't have incredible tans that we don't enjoy being outdoors. This is unfortunately an occupational hazard for us. We love being outside (at least between June and September here in Connecticut) These handy Wooden USB Memory Sticks are the perfect gift for the part of us that longs to out there kickin' it with the squirrels.

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all the cool kids are in plaid



We're absolutely loving the plaid trend that's sweeping the globe. Because once you go Plaid, you never go back.

Kid Robot is the latest in a slew of plaidalicious fashions that are now available in the preferred pattern. These t-shirts and hoodies would make a sweet gift for anyone in need of plaid style.

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Tuesday, December 4, 2007
winter desk art



For that designer or really cool office manager in your life, who lives in a dreary place (like Connecticut). Crack open the egg, add water, and soon you'll have a pretty basil, petunia, mint, mum, pepper, strawberry, lavender or cactus plant!

ahhhh....lavender....

Thanks Leigh!

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Field Guide to the North American Bird



You know there's a special creative person in your life who needs this book. I can't think of a better "gesture" this holiday season.

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Monday, December 3, 2007
A place to keep all your president friends



Being designers we often run into the problem of figuring out where to put all that money we earn. Problem solved! Head over to Poketo and check out their new line of wallets from some amazing artists.

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Jesus is my co-pilot?



Since I'm Jewish I never really got a chance to know this Jesus guy everyone gushes over. Well that's about to change now that I can grow my own Jesus. Thanks go to Urban Outfitters for helping to spread the good word.

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Friday, November 30, 2007
A Clockwork Orange, errr white.



Need a clock to match your iPod? Vitra Design Museum now reproduces the classic George Nelson Ball clock in all white. Available at Design Within Reach.

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Thursday, November 29, 2007
This is soooo Munny



It's a well know fact that Designer's love toys. Doesn't matter if it's a new iPhone or a MUNNY Series 3 DIY Toy from the ever popular KidRobot collection - we just gotta have them. Especially one's we can color ourselves.

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Wednesday, November 28, 2007
The "Manly" Ruler Cuff



Certain items are part of the designer culture thru and thru - this ruler cuff is something we all love to hate "I said a margin of error of 1/10 of an inch. Redo it." Essshh... Find this and items like it over at shanalogic.com

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Demeter Fragrances



Does your significant other have a favorite smell? Chances are if it exists then Demeter has it. Playdoh? Crayons? Paperback? Yup they've got it.

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New shirts in town



First came threadless, then came the other dozens of t-shirt sites that offer custom designed prints. One recent shining star amongst the crowd is Oddica. Not only do they send you a bitchin' shirt, but you get a few goodies of that print that's sure to flat out impress the designer who receives one of these shirts.

On top of all this, you won't even need to wrap it because it's mailed in some amazing packaging that the recipient will most likely keep.

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Design your own specialty fabric bag



A long time staple of designer fashion, Timbuk2 bags are always a surefire gift for your designer. They have a new line of bags that allow said designer to design their own bag. Gift certificate cards come in a wrapable box sure to keep them guessing.

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Deviant Art Prints



Give the gift of art this holiday season while supporting the little guy. Head over to the mecca of prints created by some of the most amazingly talented artists who use DeviantArt to collaborate and inspire.

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Represent Swiss Typography


Show your love for everyone's favorite sans serif with the Helvetica bundle from Veer.

You get a DVD of the Helvetica film plus a coffee mug and a notebook. It's really hard to pass up. Check it out.

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cool design & eco-friendly



Shop for groceries in style and avoid the ugly plastic bag. Maybe these bags could even make going to the supermarket more fun?

From Delight.com

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Tuesday, November 27, 2007
designer mug & other stuff from Suck UK


From our friends across the pond. Be sure to get the milk to coffee/tea ratio exactly right, with pantone accuracy.

And for your smoker friends - a special mitten.

And I want this.

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drippy pillows



Pillows rock. Who couldn't use another one?

These sweet pillows come pre-dripped in your choice of green or blue. Available at Angry Retail. (Why be angry, when there's more than 25 days left of shopping?)

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facebook is like crack.



These shirts totally, completely, awesomely ROCK. I can't think of anyone that wouldn't totally love you for putting this under the tree. And - it's a pet project from a fellow ad/creative geek Lee Washington, at Cake, London!

Just because the prices are listed in Pounds, doesn't mean that you can't buy them in the US. (Don't worry creative peeps - your credit card company will do all of the math for you.) Just order today.

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Sunday, November 25, 2007
diy never looked so good.



Because you likely need to send cards before you have to give gifts, here's a really sweet card that you (or your recipients) can make personal. Awesome.

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welcome to the 2007 gift giving season

Welcome to the 2007 gift giving season. We've officially launched the 2007 version of the Brand Flakes For Breakfast Gift Guide. Your source for unique and fun gifts geared especially toward creative people. Browse through last year's selections, or stay posted daily for regular gift giving ideation.

Happy Holidays!

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Friday, December 22, 2006
give the gift of laughter



If you are giving a gift to a parent or pet owner, consider the undeniable humor in novelty teeth. It's amazing how something so simple can be so funny. Personally, I don't think seeing either of these would ever get old in the humor department.

Anyway, whether you give one of the billy-bob baby pacifiers or a novelty dog toy, they are sure to spread some holiday joy and keep people laughing well into the new year!

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choxie



Need a cool gift, STAT?

Head to Target, buy come very cool Choxie chocolate. They almost look too good to eat. But not quite.

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Thursday, December 21, 2006
break tradition in style



For a very cool alternative to the traditional wall sconce, check out the Mono Wall Mounted Oil Lamp, designed by Franz Mauer.

Definitely not your grandmother's wall sconce... from fitzsu.com.

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for the birds



Here's a creative gift for the nature lovers out there, an ultra modern bird feeder, that will inject some cool into any outdoor living space... and make the birds really happy too.

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see the world through a fisheye



Here's a great gift for the creative person in your life the Lomo Fisheye Camera.

"170-degree field of view The heart, soul, and blood of the Fisheye's brilliance: an enormous field of view that takes in literally half of the world around you and compacts it into a nice and tight circular image. Barrel distortions twist and bend your subjects around the edges, stretch them towards and away from your lens, and converge their lines towards the center." - available at fitzsu.com.

The Lomo Fisheye is $70, takes ol' school 35mm film, and is fun for all ages!

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funky pendant lamps



Every modern store seems to be offering different variations of these funky pendant lamps right now. Some of the pendants have a very organic feel, while others are very clean and modern. The one shown above would be very cool over a couch, or a dining room table. I could easily see it at a lounge or restaurant.

Incorporating any of these artistic light fixtures into a room, would definitely bring the living space up a notch in the style category.

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G diapers



Does someone on your gift list have a kid in diapers? Help keep his/her butt in style - and do something nice for the environment too. These diapers are designed to hold a flushable liner, so no waste to clog the landfills (like disposables) and much less to wash than cloth diapers. If I had a micro-human, I would definitely sign up for this program.

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Wednesday, December 20, 2006
silly, zany items for people you love



The Onion Store has a host of really hilarious gifts. Like the "stop staring at my tote" tote, above. I hate totes. But if I were to use one, this would be the one. I think I'm going to walk around today, and just randomly say "stop staring at my tote." That sounds like fun.

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jewelry for the dj, designer, or whatever



I can't see how you could possibly get any of these items in time for xmas, but if you're up for a challenge, check out the ultra cool jewelry by ToyMe. The dude from Bloc Party is wearing the headphone jack necklace, above, so now it's automatically cool. From CoolHunting.

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don't forget about those whining micro humans



If you're spending Christmas with one of those little tiny humans, that scream and cry a lot, and always need to eat, well you might as well make them look cool. Rockabye Baby has just the thing.

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Tuesday, December 19, 2006
designer emulation kits



These lights are mini replicas of famous designer lamps. And all four could fit on your desk. Note the nifty Duracell look-a-likes.

Bought the Arc for my husband, just arrived, just as cool in person.

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usb turntable



In my basement, I have about six boxes packed tight with vinyl records that I just can't let go of. And I know that I'm not alone here. A USB recordable turntable is the perfect gift for the music fan that needs to get their vinyl onto their ipod. Or for the person that needs to clean out their basement.

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andy warhol box of photographs



I've always had a thing for Andy. But he's especially hot this year. Barney's has limited edition Campbells soup cans (currently out of stock), and has even decorated their store windows in Andy style.

Alphabets NYC has a really cool gift under their "groovy gifts" section - a red wooden box containing 11 of Andy Warhol's Holson Polaroid albums. Each book contains a facsimile reproduction of Warhol’s sequence. Sweet.

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Monday, December 18, 2006
coolest underwear ever, ever, ever.



The String Republic has commissioned a bunch of really cool undies for you. Or your mate. Just don't give these to Aunt Agnes. Or things might get really weird at the family holiday celebration. From Notcot.

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don't forget the pets



And you know how political dogs can get. So it's nice that someone has taken the time to create political chew toys for dogs. Or anything that chews on toys, I guess.

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Friday, December 15, 2006
the art of Shepard Fairey



Here's a great book chronicling the art of Shepard Fairey. The Obey campaign started off as a joke, yet it has defined viral street art today. Growing from a grass roots campaign ignited by Fairey years ago, Obey has taken on a life of it's own, and is highly visible around the world.

This 360 page hardcover book contains hundreds of Obey illustrations. According to it's publisher - "Fairey's entire body of work, a massive retrospective covering 17 Years of this groundbreaking artist's prodigious output." "This massive book pulls no punches and all areas of the enigmatic artist's work, travels and travails are illuminated; from exhibitions, posters, flyers, silkscreens and stickers to high altitude pursuits, citations and police beatings, it's all documented in a museum quality layout and binding." The official Obey site has some sample pages for your viewing pleasure.

The best price I found (at a reputable store) was on Amazon, they list the book at around $38 vs. the $60 listed by the publisher.

Check out Shepard Fairey's official site for more info on this and other cool gift ideas.

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3D fun



After that last gift, I thought I should post something meaningless and fun. This gift won't save your life in a disaster, but it could make for a good creative break from the real world.

Check out the Incredible 3D Doodle Kit. Place the pencils in the holder and draw away... then put on the glasses and see your drawing in 3D!!!!

Phew... that makes me feel better.

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keep them alive



OK, this breaks my rule of trying to focus on gifts under $100 (this one's $850), but given all of the survival news of late, The ICE-Qube is a great idea. Everything a family would need to survive, in the event of a catastrophe, packed into a cool designed box. Think Katrina. It could happen to you.

If like me, you're not giving any gifts this year in the $850 range - look at this as inspiration. You could build your own family survival box for MUCH less. And there are some really cool containers and things around, if you look hard enough. Everyone will look at you and say things like "ohh.... that's sooo thoughtful. What a wonderful gift." Thank me later. Ice-Qube discovered at Core77.

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Thursday, December 14, 2006
in da' house



The perfect gift for anyone who loves typography. These two books are chock full of House Industries style eye candy.

Going all out like you wish you could - four color process, spot silver, spot varnish, thermography - buy the set for $75, or the 48 page Case Study Book alone, for $15.

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stress clock



Personally, this clock creates great stress for me. Numbers. Lots of numbers. Reminiscent of math, and deadlines. But some people really dig that stuff, and if they do, this would be the perfect clock for them.

Leigh likes it, which I don't get, cuz she's the only person that I've met that hates math more than I do.

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creative commons, eff donations



Can't stand the commercialization of Christmas? Don't want to buy into consumerism? (cmon, it's fun). Really like to give a charitable donation instead of (or in addition to) gifts?

There are about six cabillion worthy non-profits, all who desperately need your hard earned cash. And you should definitely give to a few. (Feel free to list your favorites in comments.) But if you want to impress a creative person, give to a charity that means something in their industry.

Two that come to mind for internet workers:

Creative Commons and the EFF. You can even get some bitchin' t-shirts, (here and here) and celebrate with an actual gift WHILE help a great cause.

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Wednesday, December 13, 2006
thing to keep track of teens. or a husband.



Not a fancy gps device - but just a digital memo recorder. And it would look great on the kitchen table. If you know someone who has teens, you know that they often don't have the spare energy it takes to jot down a simple note like "over at Harry's house."

With this cool device, even the laziest teen (or husband) can record a message like "hey mom, over at Harry's. Be back at 7. I have my cell if you need me." See? Easy.

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Tuesday, December 12, 2006
vintage records



How about giving recycled vintage records as gifts?

Check out the snack bowl, record bowl, red record bowl, and the set of vintage record coasters offered on elsewares.com.

Retrolicious.

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silver can cuffs



These stylish can cuffs are handmade from sterling silver and aluminum cans.

There are several brands available to match your style... including Lucky Lager, Rolling Rock, Coca Cola, Dr. Pepper, Sunkist, Guinness, Pabst and Miller beers. I'm pretty sure Darryl would particularly favor the one shown above.

They are a little over the 100 dollar mark... but hey it's the Holiday season... it's good to splurge.

If you want a cheaper alternative they also offer cool can rings.

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give the gift of cardboard



Here's an arts and crafts project that will make a statement on your desk.

The Atomic Bonsai Kit is easily assembled and can be infinitely restyled by moving the cardboard leaves to different branches.

No water or pruning necessary.

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i pity the fool



I pity the fool who doesn't consider this gift.

Imagine having this tough guy as your sidekick. For only $10.95, how could you go wrong?

Just "quit your jibba jabba"... and check out Mr. T in Your Pocket.

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pen through the heart



I don't know why, but that horrific Bon Jovi song just came into mind. This is a great gift for anyone recently heart broken. Or angry. Or anyone with a pen, really. Dead Fred pen holder. Thanks Leigh!

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holiday apparel without the tacky embroidery



If you thought holiday clothing was produced just for burly looking aunts in need of a shave, think again.

Check out these handmade holiday shirts that your girlie friends might actually like. From Notcot

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Monday, December 11, 2006
to hell with legos



I absolutely love legos - who doesn't - but Pixel Blocks are just awesome. I can see a crowd of adults fighting for blocks (sorry - pixels) on xmas day. Fun for everyone. Thanks Leigh!

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a third hand



It's one of those things you've wished you had at least a thousand times. I wished I had something like this just last week. The Joby is a flexible tripod that attaches to just about anything. And it looks like it fits right into your backpack - so you can always have it with you. They also make a "gorilla version" for those on your list with SLR camera. Sweet. Thanks Leigh!

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light up leather



This is a cool watch. At first glance, it's just a leather band. But the band has been studded with red LED's that make it a watch. And they can animate, if you like. Nice.

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Friday, December 8, 2006
hot house numbers



Normally, most stuff at Design Within Reach is well out of reach. But these uber cool house numbers designed by Erik Spiekermann are almost affordable. As long as you live on a street with two digit numbers. You people in L.A. or Queens, with the four digit house numbers, are going to have to dig a little deeper.

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little creatures in plastic globes that tell you when your cell is ringing



Hang a Mopod from your bag, your jacket, whatever - and when your cell phone rings, your Mopod monster will spin around, and light light up. Not sure how people ever survived without these. What a cool gift.

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Thursday, December 7, 2006
solar battery charger



Solio makes this really cool 'extra battery' that you can charge up using that big ball of fire in the sky - and then use it to re-charge your phone, camera, whatever - when you're stuck in a pinch without an outlet.

They also make some pretty awesome ipod cases and things from recycled tires. From People Against Dirty. Thanks Giuli!

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mmmm. bacon.



Perfect for anyone's stocking. Because everyone needs adhesive bandages (they're not Band Aids, you know), and because everyone loves bacon.

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Wednesday, December 6, 2006
gort rocks the desktop



What desk doesn't require a classic sci fi robotic alien to stand guard? Get Gort for the science fiction or classic film lover in your life.

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mmmm. santa poop.



Who doesn't like to chow down on the sugary goodness of Santa poop? Well, you might as well have a dispenser for it. Santa Poop dispenser also comes in a snowman and reindeer variety.

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get all french with yourself



Who would have thought you could do xmas shopping at a paper company? The French Paper site has a bunch of cool gifts. Some of the coolest wrapping paper ever. Plus dinnerware, notecards, and even soap. Thanks Leigh!

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Tuesday, December 5, 2006
completely useless hamster wheel



Here's a gift that will just sit on a desk and spin. And yet it will provide hours of endless enjoyment, for anyone who receives it. From We're not wired right.

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led clock you can re-arrange



Stack them, move them around, it's a completely flexible LED digital clock. From Josh Spear.

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Sunday, December 3, 2006
a craft fair without the church basement



Just sit right back and enjoy the world's biggest craft fair. No hobos like the craft fairs in the city. And no grandmas, like the craft fairs in the suburbs. Just you and the crafters. Or whatever you call them.

If you haven't spent time at etsy in a while, now's the time. Etsy is the online marketplace for all things craft. And we're not talking about toilet paper covers made of crochet. Not that there's anything wrong with that. (Yes, there are some crochet things, too, as you can see by the image above. Not sure why he doesn't have a shirt on.)

Shop at etsy for 20 minutes and you'll feel like you've visited the largest craft fair in the world. Cool art, t-shirts, and so much more. All unique, hand made gifts. Not sure what to look for? Try the "time machine" feature, which throws a random sampling of Etsy goodies at you, non-stop.

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Friday, December 1, 2006
unnecessary phone accessory



I always think that the best gifts are the things you don't really need, and that you wouldn't likely buy for yourself. But that you totally dig. And this old school phone handset is just the thing. Can't you just see your friends cradling it between their head and neck as they're driving around town?

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mimoco flash drives



Mimoco has possibly the coolest usb flash drives. Evil monsters, cool artbots and even a Star Wars series. Thanks Leigh!

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Thursday, November 30, 2006
helvetica hoodie



You've hopefully been to the Veer store. Here's another great gift, in the same spirit, from somewhere else: designers will love you for this hoodie. Or anything at all at Veer.

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self destruct usb hub



This is a little pricey for a usb hub - but I swear any recipient who knows what a usb hub is will totally appreciate this. So don't give this gift to your mom. And don't bring it on a plane.

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sailor jerry tattoo art



Anyone that loves tattoos, has tattoos, or appreciates tattoo art will love anything Sailor Jerry. Sailor Jerry was this old school tattoo god from Honolulu, where sailors who were sailors got their tattoos.

His style became known the world over - and you've surely seen a Sailor Jerry tattoo, or a Sailor Jerry inspired tattoo at some point in your life. Over at the Sailor Jerry store, you can get cool shirts, jackets, even glassware.

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write a book



Here's a great gift for the bloggers and photographers. At Blurb, you can turn your blog, or your photographs, into a book. An actual hardcover, library bound book. Document a trip, a pet, or your blog for the people in your life who care. Apple's been doing this for a while with iPhoto, and Blurb seems to have taken this to another level. Starting at $18.95.

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Wednesday, November 29, 2006
people love paper



Creative people love paper. Even the internet types. At Ex Libris Anonymous, you can buy hand made journals with covers from vintage books. The journals are individual productions - so the inventory is constantly changing. Really unique and nostalgic gift, from $12 - $15 each.

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Tuesday, November 28, 2006
welcome




We like shopping so much that we decided to kick off a side blog devoted entirely to gifts. For creative people. Gifts for creative people, or from creative people. You decide.

We're going to do our best to feature cool gifts that people on an agency salary can afford. Ideally, gifts under $100.

And we need your help. Got ideas? Send them.

We'll try and post at least a few ideas each week up until the holidays.

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