Rare Bird Finds

Octocherub

What an odd little pendant! $50 at fancifuldevices

Plushies -Happy Eggs

I love these super cute crocheted eggs. You get two plain eggs, two happy eggs and two eggs with removable birdies.  The eggs come in a real egg crate. $50.00 at anapaulaoli

Shimmering Mist

I am not one to overly pamper my pooch(es) but this Shimmering Mist looks fun. It was $17 but is now on sale for $10.99 at Happy Tails Spa. Just enter the code SHIMMERY at checkout.

Swingbird Correction Tape

Cheery and functional, this swingbird correction tape helps you hide your mistakes in style. 

Kraft Jet Set Journal

I think these Jet Set Journals and Area Code Notes would be a charming gift for a guy on the go. Maybe he’s off to school far away and you want to remind him of home. Maybe he’s on tour with the band and never remembers your area code. Or maybe you’re moving but you want him to have good memories of the city you shared. I am pretty sure this journal would give anyone good memories. You choose the city and area code and hopefully, the memories come for free. $8.50 from Jet Set Paper on etsy.

Funky Pet Free and Clear Shampoo Bar

This organic pet shampoo bar contains no colorants, fragrance, detergent or preservatives. $5.00 at The Modern Pet

Kiso Ashtray

This ashtray made from concrete is divided into 3 rooms so smokers can have a choice of room to use.  Even if you're not a smoker, you can use these rooms to store paper clips or pins.  $48 for each individually hand made piece from MollaSpace.   

Magnetic Photo Rope

Perfect for the photographer who likes to keep rotating his display or the dad who can’t have enough pictures of his kids (or dog), this photo rope is easy to hang, easy to change out and easy to add to. Each rope has eight magnets and you can add as many 58 inch ropes as you like for your spectacular display. Five different colors insure that you can blend it with your background too. Buy them in multiples and get a discount. Starting at $12 at Photojojo.

Robot Glazed Ceramic Clay Pendant

Ohmygoodness, how cute is this handmade glazed ceramic robot pendant?  Totally adorable.  Check out the shop's other ceramic pendants here.  $17 at Little Red Door

Fly Away Butterfly Headband

This handmade butterfly headband really looks like butterflies are about to take flight.  So fun!  $34 at Neva Plume

Disgusting Science Kit

I wish I had this as a kid!  This Disgusting Science Kit teaches kids through gross, kid-friendly experiments like making your own fake blood or creating fuzzy (yet, safe!) mold or stinky intestine model (ha ha).  Perfect for that little scientist who gets a kick out saying, "Hey, what's grosser than gross?"  $18.99 at Cool Stuff Express

SnoozePal Hammock in a Box

This corrugated cardboard box creates a perfectly sheltered area for your cat to relax in. The fleece lined hammock is removable and holds up to a 20lb cat, while the top of the box can hold up to 80lbs. $34.95 at CatAbove.com

The Six Million Dollar Man Track Jacket

I’m not saying that I would be seen with a guy wearing this Six Million Dollar Man jacket, I’m just saying, from that the moment I saw it I could name three guys who would like it. Then I showed it to a friend and she knew three guys who would like it…get the picture? It’s on sale for $29.98 right now at Wireless.

Express Yourself

I love the unique design of this espresso cup and saucer.  Very sleek! $14.95 CAD at Nood

Personalized Pewter Mother's Bracelet $44.99

PopMats!

I love the new whimsical collection of Popmats!  This scooter placemat is almost too cute to use! $26.50 for 10 at Delight

Pez Pets Dispenser

Being a huge Pez collecter in my younger years (by younger years, I mean last week), this automatically stood out for me. Pez now makes a large 9 inch dispenser that dispenses dog treats. I can't speak for the nutritional value of the treats, but how neat!!! $20.00 at PezCollecters.com

Bottle Screws

Use these awesome silicone bottle screws so nobody makes a party foul in your house.  Set of 3 for $12.99 at PopDeluxe.

Octopus Chandelier

This octopus will light up the depths of any room.$595 at Lanternfly.

Bud Vase - The Angry French Bread

Why so angry French bread?Is it because you will be eaten?Or maybe you are thinking of your next protest.$40 at Dekoboko Design.

sick billy

Aww, poor sick Billy!Maybe he ate too much Easter candy.$60 at E. Moorhead's Etsy shop.

Book Talk Bookmark

This neat word bubble bookmark is re-writable and adds a bit of personality to your latest read.  $6 at Gama-Go

Octopus Soap

This little octopus soap would make a great addition in your guest bathroom.  How fun it would be to use it - although I'd hate to watch him melt and disappear.  Smells like Nag Champa and it's vegan which I think is pretty cool  $3.75 at Twin Dream Creations

Hello Necklace

I love this sterling silver, handcrafted "Hello" necklace - it's perfect for social situations where you need an ice breaker.  $120 at Joanna Rutter

Zoo Animal Prints

 

I'm so happy I stumbled upon this photographer's site.  She features awesome photo prints of animals (mostly from a private California zoo) that are so expressive!  $25 at Sharon Montrose

Student Cookbook

This student cookbook would have come in handy when I was still a college student.  Cheap ingredients are the staple of any student's cupboards.  This book keeps things interesting by putting in interesting and weird tidbits about food, food history, movie quotes and facts about life!  $9.95 at UrbanOutfitters.   

Pac-Man Oven Mitt

I’ve never been a gamer but darn this Pac-Man oven mitt is cute! He’d sure brighten up the kitchen and bring a smile to any geek. And he’s handy too…get it? Handy!

Spring Flower Curtain

This "Spring Flower" sheet can be made into whatever your little heart desires.  Lots of good examples on the site.  $30 at Molla Space

Crocodile Cat Scratcher

I would love to see a cat wrestle with this crocodile! With many different scratching surfaces, and an area to snooze on, I'm a little jealous that they don't make them for adults.$25.00 at AllPetFurniture.com

USB Airplane Fan

Oh it’s been hot out here in L.A. for the past few days. Super hot in the valley, where, for some strange reason, many apartments don’t have central air. But that’s ok, we have fans and lots of ‘em. I am thinking about adding this airplane usb fan to the collection for my husband. It’s tiny and cute, so I don’t know what kind of breeze it will actually generate but did I mention it’s cute? Besides, when it’s 104°, every little bit helps. $17.95 at Catching Fireflies.

Best Everyday Cup

This two-faced mug is fabulous - on on side it looks like a regular ole mug, and on the other it's a fancy schmancy teacup.  A fun way to brighten your morning just by spinning your mug around. Available in lime, orange and cream colors.  On sale for $11.25 at Design My World

Aaaahhh! Shark Tee

How fun is this shark t-shirt?  I bought one for myself over the weekend and it'll be the perfect tee to scare folks while at the beach and humming the theme song to Jaws.  Okay, I'm a little weird, but I think this t-shirt is great!  Sizing is Junior's fit. $24.50 at Delias

Lupita Dog Bowl

 

A fun take on what is normally a boring, old dog bowl, it'll definitely stand out in a crowd. $80.00 at AllModern.com

3-Bottle Elephant Wine Rack

Both functional and beautiful, this 3-bottle elephant wine rack is a pretty way to store wine. $24.99 at Cost Plus World Market

Pop Top Vase

Do you ever give a guy flowers? Does he then act all weird and say he’s got no place to put them and that you should just keep them for yourself? This Pop Top vase solves part of that problem. Funny and not girly, he could display a few manly stems without shame. If you could convince him that flowers can be manly too…I’m still working on that part. $7.95 at Papersource.

Red Dahlia Earrings

I love these new laser cut wool Dahlia earrings from Feisty Elle.  Lots of detail and light as air.  Available in orange too. $28

Rubik's Cruet Salt & Pepper Mill

You may have never been able to solve the Rubik's cube but now you use them to grind your salt and pepper.  Too cute!  $20 each at Fred Flare

Sir Rabbit

I think I was reading the web comic Savage Chickens when I came across these Sir Critter tee-shirts, which seems kind of fitting, I guess. I am partial to Sir Rabbit, but if he’s got a favorite mammal, cephalopod, insect or…paramecium…take a look around, they have quite a menagerie available. Starting at $15.99 at Sir Critter.

Animal Shower Caps

Change your look in the shower by using these animal shower caps... comes in mouse, horny cow, cat, panda, little devil, shark, or hippo.  $6 at UrbanOutfitters.       

Carrots With Personality tote bag

This is the perfect bag for grocery shopping. Don't you think? You'll never feel alone with your personable little veggie friends! $6.50 at The Utilitarian Franchise

Sushi Soap Sampler

It is no secret that I love sushi. This sushi soap sampler would be perfect for me! *hint* *hint*. No? How about perfect for you then? $25 at Bunny Bubbles

Love Birds iron-on patch

Cute love bird patch could go anywhere you please.. I'd iron it onto my canvas bag! $5 at Dolittledesign.

Eat Slow Bowl

Does your dog gulp down it's food the second that you fill up the bowl? The molded protrusions in this bowl keep your dog from scarfing down it's food, and can help with health issues caused by eating too quickly. $28.90 at SitStay.com

CITIBŌT

OK, now this is not your average gift. This is most definitely a splurge but it's a splurge of the highest order because it's a foldable, packable, storable, twenty-four pound kayak. How cool would this be for the city dweller who doesn't have a garage? Or the guy with a small car but big plans? It's expensive but not for a boat, and imagine the priceless look when he figures out what it is. $1,017 at Folbot.

Little Edie Art Mask

To celebrate Saturday night's premiere of HBO's Grey Gardens, why not don a Little Edie mask?

How festive! 

Just imagine a viewing party at your house and all your friends wearing them! A house full of Edies! And, I think the world could always use more Edies, don't you?

$18 from the Bruce Lennon Art Gallery.

Hello Animal Stickers

Here we have in honor of Grey Gardens a name tag featuring the Beale's friend, Mr. Raccoon.

I can only imagine a soiree at Grey Gardens with the Edies and all their animal friends. Upon arrival, guests would have name tags waiting for them as a way of introduction to the others gathered.

$3.75 for a set of three featuring Mr. Raccoon, Mr. Fox and Mr. Beaver from Three Dog Party.

(I am sure that Little Edie would be in a tissy when she realized there are no name tags for the cats.)

Grey Gardens Coloring Books

I am so excited about HBO's Grey Gardens, that I have decided to dedicate my selections to the world of Grey Gardens. For starters, we have the lovely Grey Gardens coloring books.$30 for a set of three, signed by the artist.They can be found at the conveniently named: Grey Gardens Coloring books dot com.

Mixed Tape Magnets

Ah, bring back memories of the mixed tape with these magnets.  They look so old school and they even have a spot for you to write the name of your mixed tape.  $8 at Vortex Trading Company

Cute Animal Glass Pendants

 

This shop carries glass pendants featuring the cutest little animals - from bunnies to hedgehogs to squirrels.  Pendants feature artist's original artwork. Check them out!  $11 (pendant only) at Rain Cloud Studio

Melting Clock

Salvador Dalí fan? This melting clock would be a perfect addition for your home.  $29.95 at Signals