Rare Bird Finds: Shopping Blog for Unique Gifts

Grow Your Own Sensitive Plant

 

This tiny plant you grow yourself reacts to your touch. Touch its leaves and the leaves will curl close. At night, it even folds itself close and goes to sleep. I love oddball things like this! $5.49 at Perpetual Kid.

Oktomat Camera

                      

Tell a story with the nifty Oktomat camera, which snaps 8 small frames onto one photo. $50 at Spoon sister.

Thumb Thing

The Thumb Thing is one of those "Why didn't I think of that?" inventions. You slip it onto your thumb and it helps keep the book open so you can read with one hand. Particularly handy for traveling situations where you have to read standing up. The Thumb Thing also doubles as a bookmark. $3.95 at Spoon Sister.

Sandwich Bags by Mobi

Liven up your lunch with sandwich bags that are stylish. You can also use them to store other items. $3.99 for a box of 20 sandwich-size bags at LaPrima.

DODGE'EM Desktop Dodgeball Game

If you were the kid who also got tagged first in dodgeball you can now get even. The Desktop Dodgeball Game gives you the ball and let's you aim at 8 little unsuspecting kids. $16 at Fosters

Flora Tote by Jill Serra

I am in love with the chocolate brown, magenta and pink color combo of this Flora Tote designed by Jill Serra. This is an extraordinary beauty to have dangle from your arm. $35 at Jill Serra.

The Bug Jar Cat Toy

Mounted on a rocking base, your cat will swat endlessly at this jar filled with "bugs" - the "bugs" are fake but are swirled around by a fan so they look like they're alive. The "bugs" also glow in the dark. $14.99 at Barker & Meowsky.

12-Gauge Shot Glasses

Here is the perfect shot glass for the man's man. Even if guns aren't your thing, the 12-Gauge Shot Glasses are a sleek little way to serve your drink. $29.99 at After 5

Pink Grate Lady

This cute little lady will grate spices, zest or cheese. The Pink Grate lady also comes with a rubber non skid bottom edge to make things a little easier for you. $18.95 at Patina

11:11 Wallet by Jamila Tazewell

 

The 11:11 Wallets are truly a work of art. Made from vintage papers, the wallets are waterproof and have room for all your cash and credit cards. $26 at Shop SCAD

Nabaztag WiFi Enabled Rabbit

Now this is how I want to be woken up in the morning! This WiFi Enabled Rabbit will wake you up, read you emails, tell you the time, read the news or sing you songs. He can also be programmed to alert you to the weather conditions by what color his tummy is glowing (ie red tummy means hot day). You must see him in action to get the full effect. $149.99 at Think Geek

Flip Flop Stemware Coasters

Maybe a little festive for everyday use but perfect for a fun summer barbeque. The Flip Flop Stemware Coasters will protect your furniture and help mark your guests' drink all at the same time. Come in a set of four. $19.99 at After 5

Neon Mirror

Totally cool mirror complete with neon light. You customize what it says. When the light is off, the words are completely invisible. Approx. $950 - $1,900 at Suck UK

Cashmere Tee w/ Faux Tattoo Cashmere Sleeves by A&G

I love how this cashmere/merino wool T-shirt has sleeves with a tattoo print. An easy way to be rock and roll without permanent tats. $210 at Hotter Than Hollywood.

Amazing Dinosaur Plant

I just don't have a green thumb. Plants die on me. Even the hardy cactus. This dinosaur plant is not only my dream come true, it's also truly amazing. The plant has lived on the earth for more than 290 MILLION years - and the best part? If you don't water it, it dries up and hibernates for up to 50 years. Just add water and in hours - hours! - it spouts all pretty and green. Amazing! $7.99 at Think Geek.

Saw Cake and Cheese Server

This cake and cheese server shaped like a saw made me chuckle. Imagine the reaction when you pull this one out to slice a cake! $20 at Uncommon Goods.

Bloom Pop-Up Cards

Here is a pretty card for those of us not crafty enough to make a homeade card that looks presentable. The Bloom Pop-Up cards come in "Happy Birthday", "Thinking of You", or blank and have an adhesive backing. $5 at Day-Lab

Reverse Canvas Wall Art

I saw these in person the other day at Target and they are gorgeous! The Geometric Floral Reverse Wall Art is 24x24 and the Two Twig Reverse Canvas Wall Art is 36x12. $19.99 and $24.99 at Target

Danger in Pink T-shirt or Onesie

Your mini fashionista needs to be up on trends too. The Danger in Pink T-shirt is perfect for your ferocious little girl. The shirts have been through a special process to make them super soft too! $18-20 at Cherry Momma

Serious Skull Handbag

Skulls are super hot right now. The Serious Skull bag has a serious name but it's actually kinda cute. $39 at Amici Accessories.