Unusual & Unconventional Gift Ideas

Farting Unicorn TShirt: Unicorn Farts? What??

Dec 12, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: T-Shirts

I wasn’t actually aware of the fact that unicorns fart, but apparently, they do.  This shirt makes it quite clear that unicorns not only fart, they fart magic.  I’m not sure I buy it.

If you do, though, and you want the whole world to know, you can get the unicorn fart shirt here in male or female sizes.

Unicorn Fart Shirt

The Udder Pitcher

Dec 12, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: Kitchen Gadgets

I’m not usually one to get all excited about something like a pitcher, but the Heffer Pitcher is just plain awesome.  Unlike a normal pitcher, this pitcher has an udder to hold your milk.  Yes, it’s a little creepy, but it’s just about the best morning after conversation piece I can think of. What would a guy even say to seeing that on your kitchen table as he’s having coffee?

You can buy the Udder Pitcher here.

Heffer Udder Pitcher

The Infamous 3 Wolf Moon TShirt

Dec 12, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: T-Shirts

If you saw the episode of The Office where Jim and Pam finally got married, then you know the powers of the 3 Wolves Howling at the Moon Tshirt.  If you haven’t seen it…well, just know that you probably can’t handle this tshirt.

And another thing - how funny is it that something (like the 3 Wolf Moon shirt) can be the subject of ridicule for decades - the stuff of cheap roadside flea markets - and suddenly appear on a show like The Office and become cool overnight?  Something to think about…

You can buy the 3 Wolf Moon Shirt here in male or female styles.

3 Wolves Howling at the Moon Shirt

SkyNet Google T-Shirt

Dec 12, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: T-Shirts

I’ve always loved movie t-shirts, but it’s even better when a good movie t-shirt manages to tie in with something very real and equally scary - as is the case with this Skynet T-Shirt, conveniently designed to mimic the Google logo.  Is the Google-bot going to come after me for writing this post?  Let’s hope not.

You can buy this Skynet T-Shirt here.  It comes in men’s and women’s styles.

Skynet Google Tshirt

Nero Wall Mounted Chrome Hair Dryer Caddy

Nov 7, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: decor

Hmm….Nero Wall Mounted Chrome Hair Dryer Caddy.   That’s a mouthful.  It’s also an incredibly useful item that I could really use right about now.  I usually tuck my hair dryer into a towel rack that’s next to the sink.  That’s okay except for the fact that I’ve already broken one very nice hair dryer and one cheap hair dryer because it’s always getting knocked out of place.  A lesson - towel racks are not hair dryer holders.

I like this particular hair dryer holder because  it’s simple and understated.   The chrome gives it a nice look that doesn’t scream “As Seen on TV!”.  You can get it for $32 by clicking here.  That may seem a little high, but given the great neutral look and the insurance against future hair dryer loss, it might be worth it :)

Wall Mounted Silver Hair Dryer Caddy

Italian Modern White Leather Sofa

Oct 16, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: decor

Have you ever seen a piece of furniture and immediately imagined exactly how it would change your life?  That’s how I feel about this gorgeous white italian leather sofa from Chiasso.

When I see this sofa, I think of a gorgeously-appointed living space where my nights are spent entertaining fascinating guests and handsome men.  I think of designer shoes and expensive olives and stiff drinks.  I think of being the kind of person who jets off to Rio at a moment’s notice.  And I am in love.

Soho Club Modern White Leather Sofa

The Soho Contemporary White Leather Sofa can be purchased at Chiasso by clicking the image above.

Hoopnotica - Hula Hoop Fun for Grownups

Oct 3, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: Lifestyle

A while back, I took a hula hoop class.  I wasn’t really sure what to expect, but it sounded like fun and I needed to get more exercise anyway.  I was right.  It was definitely an awesome time - much more fun than a grueling cardio session and I got to learn a cool skill while I was at it.

If you had trouble with hula hooping as a kid, you’ll be glad to know that adult hooping is a little different.  The Hoopnotica hoops are bigger and substantially heavier.  Not unpleasantly heavy, but heavy enough to make them go around you much more easily.  They don’t fly super fast and then fall to the ground.

I loved taking the class, but if I were going to do it all over, I would probably just buy a Hoopnotica hoop and look up instructional videos on YouTube.  You can learn all kinds of cool tricks very easily (and without killing your classmates with flying hoops).  I can throw it down around my body, walk with the hoop, and dance with the hoop so far.

If you want to try it yourself (and I highly recommend it, becase it’s good old fashioned silly fun), you can pick up a Hoopnotica weighted hula hoop by clicking here.

Hoopnotica Hula Hoop

Super Mario Wall Decals

Oct 3, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: decor

I absolutely love these Super Mario Wall Decals.  When I was younger, my parents used to paint murals on my walls and I thought those were cool - but these Mario Brothers stickers are much more realistic than anything they would have painted.  What I wouldn’t have given to have these as a kid, back around 1987 when there was nothing cooler than Super Mario Brothers and knowing where all the secret mushrooms and warp zones were located.

What do you think?  Would you put the Super Mario Wall Stickers up in your house?  Not necessarily the master bedroom, of course, but they’d be awfully cute in a den/video game room or maybe even an office or garage.

Super Mario Wall Decals

Rado Diaqueen Watch: 18k Gold, Ceramic with Diamonds

Sep 5, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: Watches

I have wanted a really nice watch for some time now - not just a $300 department store watch, but something truly nice that I can wear out and be proud of.  It’s not that I’m superficial or anything, but I’ve never personally owned anything extremely nice and I’ve always said I would reward myself when I finally got to a certain point in my career.  So, I figured that since I have a shopping blog, I might as well subject my good readers to the search.  Feel free to leave your opinions in the comments.

One of the watches I really like is the Rado Diaqueen watch - both the Ceramic & Gold version and the Ceramic Diamond version.  I really like the sleek look because they remind me of big cities and fancy stores that sell the lifestyle that most of us will only dream of.   Design-wise, I think I like the Ceramic and Gold Diaqueen, but in terms of versatility, the Ceramic Diamond Diaqueen wins hands-down.  Both are available at a deep discount through the links below if you’re interested.  I’m not quite ready to bite :)

Rado Diaqueen 18K Ceramic Diamond Watch
Rado Diaqueen 18K Ceramic Diamond Watch
Price: $3299.99
This “Diaqueen” women’s dress watch from Rado blends grey ceramic with gorgeous 18K yellow gold.

Rado Diaqueen Ceramic & Gold Watch
Rado Diaqueen Ceramic & Gold Watch
Price: $1999.99
Black ceramic and gorgeous 18K yellow gold combine to give the “Diaqueen” women’s dress watch from Rado a look you’ll love.

Suits Suck T-Shirt

Aug 8, 2009 Author: admin | Filed under: T-Shirts

I’m kind of on a t-shirt kick today, so I figured I’d post this one while I was at it.  I love the sentiment behind this Suits Suck tshirt.  In college I totally assumed I’d end up in a suits-only career, but I’ve been pleasantly surprised by where life has taken me.

The Suits Suck shirt is a great way to say “Up Yours” to the traditional 9-to-5.

The Suits Suck Shirt