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I recently lost my carnivorous plant to the healthy appetite of 3 little dogs. It was so depressing because the plant had come to be like a pet in itself. This carnivorous plant kit allows kids three years old and older to grow 10 different varieties of plants that catch their own food. $24.95 at ScientificsOnline.com.
Such a neat idea. These brightly colored wall straps by NL Architects are a creative way to hold items up against any wall in your home. They are attached to your wall by end screws. $49 for two straps at Gnr8.biz.
These abusive rubber stamps made me laugh out loud. They're perfect for that person in your life who enjoys biting humor. $7 at ShopExit9.com.
The ink blot series plates designed by Kathleen Walsh are great conversation starters around the dinner table. Each of the four designs come with its own ink blot interpretation. The top right one, for example, reads, "1% - an outlaw biker rides alone, his destiny remains uncertain." $180 for the set of four at UnicaHome.com.
Designer Dana De Kuyper makes fabulous dolls as part of her Damned Dollies collection. Since I'm not really a doll person, I'm just so happy that now I can get her designs on a T-shirt. The drawings are odd and whimsical and are silkscreened on fine jersey T-shirts made by American Apparel. $26 at DamnedDollies.com.
Yum! This Neapolitan lip balm (chocolate, strawberry and vanilla layers) makes me hungry just thinking about it. Plus, it's vegan! Only $4 at Fredflare.com.
Any woman who gets super hormonal during their pregnancy (isn't that all of us?) knows that her husband has earned this tee. The "Be Kind to Me" tee comes in Cream/Charcoal (pictured) and Heather/Black. $34 at Molly Anna.
Do you have all your beautiful earrings tucked snuggly away in a jewelry box where you will never think to wear them when you are getting ready for the day? You need this Bronze Empress Earring Tree. Not only will it look beautiful with all your colorful earrings on it but you will actually remember to put them on in the morning. $68.95 at Wrapables.
While I am a huge fan of all of Linda Barth's colorful ceramic home accessories, this "Just Friends" tea cup is by far my favorite. Doesn't it just make you wonder what the little birds are chatting about? $25 at Little Flower Designs.
I love tabbing - I think it's an addiction that started with Lucky Magazine and all those neat-o tabs that the magazine gives you for free to mark what items you'd like to buy. Bob's Your Uncle created Post-It-type page markers that come in super cool colors and designs. No boring flourescent markers for me, baby! 5 different designs. A mere $8 for 50 page markers at SeeJaneWork.com.
Ah, this pretty splash of orange is made of toughened glass and can be used as a serving platter or a cutting board. It is perfect for those backyard shin-digs you have planned for the summer. Designed by Joseph Joseph in the UK. $27 at LoftParty.com.
When I lived in NY, I couldn't go two feet in the city without seeing somone carrying that famous blue "We Are Happy To Serve You" paper cup filled with coffee. Having lived all around the country for the past 15 years, I've grown homesick for anything NY. I'm thinking of the pizza (oooh, I could use a slice of Ray's Pizza), a hot dog from a street vendor, cheesecake and bagels! But for now, I'll just make do with these heavy-duty ceramic versions of the blue NY cup that will make me feel like I'm back home. Only $12 each at VelocityArtandDesign.com.
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I have a baby girl and have no problem finding cute outfits for her. I have a few friends that are moms of boys, however, who have told me it is very hard to find cute stuff for their little guys. Everything in the boys section has trains, trucks, or something equally ridiculous on it. Not to mention the dreaded 3 piece suit outfits. Yikes! These Mini Modern Ties are an alternative way to dress up your little guy without making him look like Grandpa Joe. $18 at Modern Seed
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This innocent looking device can be placed in just about any moving device and the time, date, location, speed, direction and altitude will be recorded. The data from the Trackstick GPS Data Logger can then be downloaded to your computer and integrated with Google Earth or Mapquest. I honestly have no idea what I would do with something like this but I know the men in my life would think it is a must have. $249.99 at ThinkGeek
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I am in love with this chandelier designed by Bjorn Stillefors, Jorgen Pudeck and Gunnar Cedervall. It's such a brilliant concept and perfect for the dining room or kitchen area. The chandelier is made up of upside-down wine glasses. The glasses aren't included - it's up to you to pick the kind of glasses you want, creating a completely individual look. Pick between a 40 or a 16 wine glass version. You choose if you want the body of the chandelier to be chrome or black steel. $319 or $379 at Gnr8.biz.
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Always looking for a gift that's outside the box? You have to check out Chocppix Chocolate Bars! Your picture, wedding inviation, picture card, illustration or whatever else you can come up with is put on a delicious white chocolate bar. Approximately $5 at Chocopix
If you're like me then any excuse is a good excuse to buy your daughter a cute new dress. This Party Dress by Paulina Quintana has me wracking my brains for parties or special occasions that might require a new outfit. Isn't there a wedding coming up? $42 at Modern Seed
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Not a romantic? Why not get a little help being mushy from one of your kitchen appliances? This I Love You Toaster prints the words "I love you" on every piece of toast. Aww! What a great way to start off your morning! Approximately $74 at Gadgets.Co.UK
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These tea light candle holders are tiny works of art. They are imported from Paris and made by hand. What makes them so cool is that each design is made by layers of paper on the glass. $30 each and includes a tea light. For information or to place an order, call the John Derian store in New York City at 212-677-3917.
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