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Owl Switch Plate Covers

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:49:00 +0000

These wooden switch plate covers are bright, colorful and definitely more fun than your plain switch plates. From the appropriately named etsy shop Bright Color Art. [via]

Falling Books Bookend

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:03:00 +0000

A clever and funny bookends design by Art Ori. Available from Design My World. [via]

Split Ring Key

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 23:25:00 +0000

Simplicity is the key, and this key is simply genius! If you're not sure what you're looking at, it's a blank key that you can use as a keychain to carry your other keys. You can cut the blank key to fit the key you use the most, and attach the other keys to it. As I said... simply genius! Buy it here [via]

Glow In The Dark Sign By Reed Seifer

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:30:00 +0000

Being the night owl that I am, all I can say is: I absolutely agree! This sign by Reed Seifer is mostly visible only in the dark. Handmade in a 'secret process' on heavy paper. Limited edition of 100.

Swallow Clothespins

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:15:00 +0000

If these Happy Sack Bin Bags should make taking the trash out a fun chore, then these colorful swallow clothespins should make line drying your clothes fun.

Tissue Boxes By Essey

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 17:06:00 +0000

John Brauer, the designer of these boxes says: "the idea came to me when I passed a tissue box in Japan and noticed the crumpled paper sticking out. In that particular case, the box cover did not reflect the content. I wanted to have balance between the cover and content to give the product a relevant identity." Available from Unica Home.

Happy Sack Bin Bags

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:51:00 +0000

Taking the trash out is boring. But when the trash is in these Bin Bags... a boring chore suddenly becomes fun. Or so I'd like to believe.

Vinyl Wall Art from Areaware

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 17:26:00 +0000

If you're looking for a big yet inexpensive piece of art, then you should consider these vinyl wall decals. They're 98.5 x 18.5 inches in size, custom made and would cost you $120.

On the more expensive side, these 146.5 x 118 inches look fantastic. They cost a lot more ($850) but are well worth the price. Check out the complete collection of wall decals at Areaware. [via]

Stuck! Goldfish Bathplug

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 19:35:00 +0000

Stuck! Goldfish, funny bathplug from Slam Design.

Black Crow Arts Classic Records Wallet Collection

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 18:51:00 +0000

You can carry your favorite album around in your MP3 Player, or you can carry it around as a wallet. I'm loving Black Crow Arts' Classic Wallet Collection. Made with authentic vinyl classic records like: The Beatles - Abbey Road, Breakfast At Tiffany's, a rare Alice In Wonderland record and many more. [Via - Cool Material: 14 Magnificent Men's Wallet Designers]

Twitter and Facebook Mousepads

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 22:03:00 +0000

You probably spend most of your time on Twitter and Facebook, and now.. so does your mouse. The new mousepads from Meninos are the latest in the trend of products dedicated to the social media addict. You can buy them here.

Also check out the Social Pillows for The Social Media Addicts.

Compact Herb Chopper

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:59:00 +0000

A cleverly designed herb chopper from Joseph Joseph. The double bladed cutter slides from the non-slip chopping base. You can easily chop any herb or vegetable and sweep it right into the mix. Available from A+R.

'Friends With You' Tableware Series

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 15:06:00 +0000

The Friends With You tableware series is a beautiful piece of work, created by artist Ernst Billgren. The series includes a pitcher framed with green leaves and features a happy duck swimming at the bottom, and four glasses that feature a bear, a duck, a fox and a badger in them.

Little Box of Happiness

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 18:17:00 +0000

Words are a powerful thing. They can take you up, or drag you down. This box of happiness features 72 word magnets full of happiness that you can use to put together the happiest sentences to put on your fridge, on your white board at the office or any steel surface around you. Also available in words of love and words of encouragement. And let's not forget the best one of them all, the LOLMagnetz.

Pudding Cup & Saucer

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:26:00 +0000

This ceramic set of cups look good enough to be eaten. Put them upside down for a pretty display, then turn them right side up to serve coffee or tea.

'Chew' Furniture Leg Cover

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 22:48:00 +0000

Got a dog that likes chewing on your table or chair leg? Then this could save your furniture. Chew is a dog toy designed to wrap around furniture wooden legs. This way your dog can chew on the furniture all he wants and you don't have to worry about it. Buy it here.

iPod Earphones Pendant

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 19:39:00 +0000

We all know the rule: if you're wearing 'the white earphones' around your neck, you're one the cool ones! Well, the earphones just got cooler. This limited edition necklace is hand crafted by Darkcloud Sliver, same guys that brought you the DJ jewelry collection. The earphones won't play music, but they'll express your love for music. And since they're hand made, your earphones will be one of a kind.

Gisellah Roll-Up Tote

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 14:40:00 +0000

A Roll Up tote featuring screen-printed leafy silhouettes combined with Japanese-style flowers. Made from organic cotton canvas. Can be used as a shopping bag, a gym bag, or a travel bag. Buy it here. [via]

Gun Rack Organizer

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 18:01:00 +0000

This organizer is designed to be mounted on the wall to hold your mail, keys and any other small accessories. I found its design; the gun with the girl swinging on the barrel and the birds flocking in distance, to be quite interesting.

Mississippi Clock

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 14:33:00 +0000

One Mississippi, Two Mississippi, Three Mississippi... you get the idea. Buy it here.

Pop Up Pencil Cup

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:20:00 +0000

The Pop Up Pencil Cup is a solution to a basic problem with the regular pencil cups. When filled with writing utensils, the ones in the center always get stuck and cannot be taken out easily. So with the Pop Up cup, which was inspired by the classic straw dispenser, when you pull up the red ball, the holder in the cup is pulled up, fanning out the pens and making them all accessible.

Carved Wood Bottle Openers

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 18:36:00 +0000

These bottle openers are definitely different, and much prettier, than any other bottle openers you've seen. Useful and sophisticated, they make a great addition to any room in the house. Available from Delight.

Uncommon Goods Summer Sale

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 14:17:00 +0000

Uncommon Goods, my favorite store for unique and creative products, is having a great summer sale offering over a hundred of great products at 30-70% off! So if you've been eyeing something that maybe was a little pricey, now is the time to get it! Check out the sale here.

Elgoo Salt and Pepper Set

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 17:20:00 +0000

An interesting handmade set of salt and pepper shakers with inner graphic that's revealed when you use the shaker. Available here.

The Dirty Mug

dee@holycool.net (Dee) — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 16:49:00 +0000

This mug, as its description says, has been strategically and purposely "dirtied" for your enjoyment. I don't know why would anyone want to drink from a mug this dirty... I just find it quite entertaining to look at. I admit though, it will take me some courage to actually drink from it. [via]

If stained cups are your thing, check out 'Someone's Cup' too.