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.
posted by Giuli @ 4:01 PM
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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.
posted by Giuli @ 3:13 PM
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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.
posted by David Plain @ 5:19 PM
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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.
posted by David Plain @ 5:36 PM
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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!
posted by Giuli @ 5:22 PM
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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)
posted by Rob B. @ 9:05 AM
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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)
posted by Rob B. @ 9:41 AM
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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!
posted by Rob B. @ 8:00 AM
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Lego's are so cool
Especially when they're made of ice. Goes great with drinks served in Lego tumblers placed on Lego coasters.
posted by David Plain @ 4:46 PM
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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.
posted by Giuli @ 11:01 AM
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Step off son
We all know you don't F with Helvetica.
posted by David Plain @ 5:39 PM
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Darryl needs one of these:
Guard your precious iphone in scary Sesame Street style.
posted by Giuli @ 5:37 PM
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threadless - $10
A bunch of their shirts, like this one, are only $10!
posted by Giuli @ 5:29 PM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 7:00 PM
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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.
posted by Giuli @ 9:26 AM
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Great Art for $20
posted by Matt Hunsberger @ 9:09 AM
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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.
posted by David Plain @ 5:38 PM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 9:06 AM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 8:45 AM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 8:26 AM
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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.
posted by darryl ohrt @ 7:45 AM
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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!
posted by Giuli @ 4:29 PM
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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.
posted by David Plain @ 9:50 AM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 5:02 PM
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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.
posted by David Plain @ 10:15 AM
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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.
posted by David Plain @ 10:06 AM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 1:58 PM
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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
posted by Rob B. @ 8:07 PM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 7:44 PM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 6:32 PM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 6:28 PM
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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.
posted by Rob B. @ 6:28 PM
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Represent Swiss Typography
posted by Matt Hunsberger @ 11:03 AM
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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
posted by Giuli @ 10:03 AM
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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.
posted by Giuli @ 2:37 PM
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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?)
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:18 AM
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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.
Labels: apparel, computers, creatives, designers, geeks, tshirts
posted by darryl ohrt @ 7:34 AM
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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.
Labels: craft, designers, illustrators, paper
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:32 PM
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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!
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:27 PM
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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!
Labels: baby, fun, parents, pets
posted by Leigh @ 11:34 AM
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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.
posted by Giuli @ 9:50 AM
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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.
Labels: designer, home, modern
posted by Leigh @ 10:56 AM
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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.
Labels: designer, home, modern, nature
posted by Leigh @ 10:44 AM
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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!
Labels: artists, creatives, designers, fun, gadgets, photography
posted by Leigh @ 10:27 AM
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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.
Labels: artists, creatives, designer, home, lighting, modern
posted by Leigh @ 9:55 AM
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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.
posted by Giuli @ 9:52 AM
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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.
Labels: apparel, creatives, fun, writers
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:22 AM
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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.
Labels: apparel, artists, creatives, jewelry
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:11 AM
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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.
Labels: apparel
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:01 AM
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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.
Labels: creatives, designer, lamps
posted by Giuli @ 12:01 PM
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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.
Labels: computers, creatives, gadgets, geeks, usb
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:39 AM
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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.
Labels: artists, books, creatives, designers, photographers
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:36 AM
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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.
Labels: apparel, artists, creatives, designers, illustrators
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:32 AM
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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.
posted by darryl ohrt @ 7:02 AM
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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.
posted by Leigh @ 9:58 AM
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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.
posted by Leigh @ 9:33 AM
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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.
Labels: creatives, handmade, home
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:00 AM
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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.
Labels: artists, books, creatives, designers, fonts, illustrators
posted by Leigh @ 5:37 PM
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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.
Labels: designers, geeks, home
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:33 AM
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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.
Labels: artists, bloggers, designers, geeks
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:22 AM
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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.
Labels: designers, gadgets, home
posted by darryl ohrt @ 7:48 AM
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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.
Labels: creatives, designers, recycled, retro
posted by Leigh @ 4:38 PM
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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.
Labels: apparel, artists, craft, creatives, handmade, recycled
posted by Leigh @ 3:31 PM
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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.
Labels: artists, craft, creatives, designers, paper
posted by Leigh @ 3:14 PM
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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.
Labels: creatives, fun, gadgets
posted by Leigh @ 2:32 PM
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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!
Labels: artists, designers, writers
posted by darryl ohrt @ 8:23 AM
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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
posted by darryl ohrt @ 7:34 AM