Archive for April, 2009


Zojirushi Ms. Bento Vacuum Thermos

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The Zojirushi Ms. Bento is quite possibly the easiest and coolest way to pack your lunch.

The Ms. Bento comes with three interlocking containers that fit in the vacuum thermos to keep things warm until lunchtime. It even comes with a nice reusable spork and a carrying bag.

$49.99 @ Amazon

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Backyard Bocce Ball Set

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Spring is here and for those evening barbeques there’s not much that’s more fun than a little backyard bocce ball.

There’s a bunch of sets available to choose from depending on your price range and level of quality that you’re looking for.

If you spend $75+ be sure to use code SW-8937 at the checkout for $10 off.

$15 and up @ BocceBallSets.com

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Dirt Devil Kone

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Apparently hand held vacuums (or dustbusters) don’t have to look ugly anymore.

The Dirt Devil Kone might actually be something that you want to show off a bit, plus its received good reviews on its cleaning ability.

Note: The Kone is nearly 40% off right now.

$36.55 @ Amazon.com

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Stir Crazy Popcorn Popper

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Perfectly pop your popcorn with the Stir Crazy Popcorn Popper.

You just add the corn, a bit of oil and push a button. Five minutes later you’ll have perfect popcorn thanks to an automatic stirrer that ensure even cooking and no burning.

$39.52 @ Amazon.com

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Altec Lansing Orbit Speaker

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The Altec Lansing just might be the perfect “on the go” mini speaker for iPods, iPhones and other mp3 players.

Slap three AAA batteries in the speaker and you’ve got tunes for 24 hours. Perfect for a trip to the beach or just hanging out with a few friends.

$40.94 @ PC Rush

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Lili Lite – Bookshelf Lamp

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Uber functional shelf/bookmark/lamp for above your bed. After seeing the Lili Lite you can’t help but think “why didn’t someone think of this sooner”.

A built in sensor automatically turns the lamp off when an open book is placed on the shelf, and turns back on once its removed.

€99 (~$125) @ Lili Lite (via Ltd Hype)

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Field Notes Notebooks

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These little notebooks are the perfect tool for writing on the go. They’re compact, so you can put them in your pocket or toss them in a briefcase or purse, and you’ll always have a place to keep your notes and thoughts.

They come in sets of three with your choice of graph, ruled, plain, or mixed paper. Made in the USA by the Draplin Design Company and Coudal Partners.

$9.95 @ Field Notes

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Oster 4207 Electric Wine Opener

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If you’re on the hunt for a great gift for a wine lover then an electric wine opener might fit the bill.

These wine openers have become quite popular lately and opens up a bottle in seconds with just the push of a button.

The Oster 4207 electric opener is cordless and comes with a recharging station although it can open a bunch of bottles before it needs to be recharged.

$21.14 @ Amazon.com

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“Of the Month” Gift Sets for Pretty Much Anyone

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If you’re ever stumped for a gift idea, be sure to check out this huge assortment of “Of the Month” gift sets.

Options include: hot sauce, coffee, cookie, fruit, BBQ sauce, beef jerky, cigar, cheese, pasta, puzzle, tea and even more bizarre ones like “pickle of the month” and “mustard of the month”. Just pick the perfect one for whoever you’re gifting to.

Various Prices @ Month Club Store

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Fibonacci Lampshade

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Designed based on the Fibonacci sequence, the Fibonacci lampshade would be an interesting and great addition in any home.

For those not familiar, the Fibonacci sequence is a mathematical representation of a pattern frequently found in nature, including the spirals in sea shells, the structure of pine cones and a number of other biological occurrences.

$75 @ MoMA

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