Just because summer is coming to a close, doesn’t mean you have to give up the sweet treats of the season. This miniature ice cream maker will whip up a 1/2 pint of delicious, home made dessert is only minutes.

You can use your own natural ingredients so that you know just what you’re getting…and there’s no rules about weird flavor combinations, so get mixing!

$26.99 @ Amazon

Not only does the extra handle on this bag encourages children to enjoy shopping with their parents, but one euro from each purchase is donated to the Reisenthel-Initiative, a German charity supporting children’s’ day care facilities.

The design on this tote may be simple, but promotes a very profound message of parent-child togetherness.

$27.95 @ Amazon

Give your beta or goldfish a simple little home while giving yourself an interesting conversation piece with this modern fish pod.

Hang them on your wall, put two back-to-back, and add different wall paper to give your swimming pet a cool, ultra-modern living environment.

$26.99 @ Pop Deluxe

Add even more fun to your next party with this eight inch tall bluebird corkscrew.

And this bird isn’t just for show: the sturdy metal mechanism will open even the most stubborn of bottles with ease.

$14.95 @ Amazon.com

The traditional spherical scoop is nice, but the Ice Cream Scoop & Stack makes perfect cylinders of ice cream that can be stacked together and arranged for a snazzy looking treat.

And for those blocks that are just a little too frozen, this dishwasher-safe tool can cut through even the hardest cartons.

$14.99 @ Amazon.com

Celebrate the joy of emotions not easily explained with this coffee table book of Other People’s Love Letters.

Real, heartwarming, and, above all, honest. This book is a great conversation piece and an even better read.

$22.99 @ ModCloth

Complete the circle of life with this impressive acrylic wine rack: taking the grapes off the vine, into the bottle, and back on the vine.

Holds up to six bottles. See other funky, modern wine racks that we’ve featured.

$21 @ Umbra

These bamboo deep dish lacquerware bowls are not only beautiful serving dishes, they are handmade in Vietnam from only organic non-toxic material.

As you can see, all kinds of colors are available so pick what you like…

$34 @ Branch Home

This set of six glasses offers glad tidings and good cheer in six different languages.

Dishwasher safe with red, black, or silver decal designs.

$19.95 @ CB2

The unique design of this pitcher infuses natural fruit flavor without stirring or pulp.

Add fruit to the clear center cylinder to make your drinks not only delicious but gorgeous.

$29.95 @ Wrapables

The bathroom is a common arena for fights between the sexes: “Why is he using my towel?” “Why can’t she find her own towel?” And even though there’s nothing more beautiful than geek love, they are not immune to these arguments either.

Settle the score with these matching his and hers–excuse me–XY and XX towels. Monogrammed for your protection, these towels will ensure no more bathroom confusion.

15.99 @ Think Geek

Give a friend the option to create their own messenger bag design with this $125 Timbuk2 “Design Your Own Bag” gift card.

Timbuk2′s design service gives you the freedom to create the perfect bag for your taste and needs.

$125 @ eBags

The designs on these beautiful Marimekko Umbrellas are exactly why we save up for a rainy day.

Stained wood crook handles and matching slipcover completes the look. Multiple patterns and styles available.

$40 @ RareDevice

Julia Child, one of the first true celebrity chefs, brought fine French cuisine to millions of households.

The classic book Mastering the Art of French Cooking helps both beginners and master chefs implement Ms. Child’s timeless artistic techniques in their own kitchens.

$22 @ Amazon.com

No need to worry about staying “as cool as the other side of the pillow” with the Always Cool Pillow.

Using fabric developed by NASA, this pillow works under any pillowcase, actively regulating head and face temperature to prevent overheating.

$69.95 @ Hammacher Schlemmer