Rare Bird Finds

Clink Art Print

I just think this art print of two rosy-cheeked nerds clinking glasses as they move in for a kiss is so sweet and cute.  Love it!  $20 at Le Petit Elefant

Nom Nom Nom Pillow

I love home decor with a sense of humor.  It instantly makes me feel comfy and relaxed.  This Nom Nom Nom pillow with a big bite out of it does just that.  $35 at Yellow Bug Boutique

Felt Butterphant Brooch

Now I have seen everything.  I found this shop as a featured seller on Etsy and then saw this Orange Butterphant brooch, yes it's an elephant with butterfly wings.  I just think it's cool and unique and knowing that Candy Bandits recycles from thrift shops to make their art is also very cool. This brooch is $54 at Candy Bandits. 

Contest! Win A Whiffs of Whimsy Bath or Body Product!

Yesterday I wrote about my new bath and body line called Whiffs of Whimsy.  Now's your chance to try out any of the products we carry for free!  We're running a contest from now until Sptember 9, 2011.  Two winners will be chosen randomly to win the product of their choice.  U.S. residents only.  18 years of age and over.  For deets on how to enter, visit the Whiffs of Whimsy Facebook page ("Sweepstakes" tab) and be sure to "like" the page to see the entry form.  Good luck!

Not sure what scents Whiffs of Whimsy carries?  You can check them out at their shop.

Yep, I'm Making Bath Products Again...Woohooo! :)

For those of you readers who were fans of Hella Good's bath products, you'll be happy to know that I'm making bath products again. Whoop-whoop!   Yesterday, I launched a line of bath & body products including body washes,  bubble bath salts and lotions under the name Whiffs of Whimsy, and I'd really love it if you join me on that journey.

As you probably can tell from the pic above, we're making a lot of foodie scents.  I think I love bakery or comfort food scents because they've always been so comforting.  It's the smell of my grandmother's kitchen - full of warmth and love.  Right now our scents include pancakes & syrup, black licorice, banana cream pie, lemon meringue pie, and more.  Check out our shop for all the details.

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Steampunk Storm Trooper Helmet

Apparently, I've got a geek groove going here, and feel that if I am going to call out so many Star Trek items, I should probably at least pay a little attention to that other sci-fi franchise that people seem to like. Here is it with a little steampunk twist. Wait...what? Steampunk Storm Trooper? Yes, please. $250 at The Mad Splatter.

Starship Serving Tray

Not everything geeky has to be...geeky. Sometimes it's subtle, or cool, or just plain fun. Sometimes your significant other won't complain as much when you bring home a geeky item because it still looks nice. This serving tray might just fit that bill. Glass mosaic in a wooden tray made with great craftsmanship, looks nice but still has that certain, je ne sais nerd. $120 at

Keep Calm And Klingon Dark T-Shirt

The "Keep Calm and Carry On" logo has been used...a lot. Like a lot, a lot. But we still go back to it because it's simple, succinct and I think it means something to most people. We "get" it. But this...this I get even more. Possibly one of the best uses of what is quickly becoming a hackneyed phrase made new and fun for a certain breed of nerd. Love it. $25.69 at SciFiGeek Tees.

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Flower Cluster Headband

LOVE this bright, colorful headband.  What a way to perk up an outfit.  $30 at Just Liv

 

If You Can Read This Dog Tag

If you have one those dogs that will give you big slobber kisses when you get up close, then this humorous dog tag is for your pooch.

Mini Bearded Men Earrings

Ok, I really torn between these being really cool and really creepy...but somehow I just love them anyway.   You just gotta love these Mini Bearded Men Earrings.  $18 at Made by Nicola.

Edgar Allan Poe Brass Cuff Bracelet

"I became insane, with long intervals of horrible sanity." -Edgar Allan Poe

This Edgar Allan Poe brass cuff bracelet is a fun accessory for Poe fans.  The shop carries a variety of necklaces and cuff bracelets that are awesome - plus free worldwide shipping.  $25 at Unique Art Pendants

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Love Bird Place Cards

You know how much we love birdies, and we love these paper love bird place cards.  They sit on the rims of water goblets or wine/champagne glasses.  Just handwrite the guest's name on each one.  Would be extra lovely at a formal gathering or a wedding/anniversary party.  $19 at Felt & Wire

Cuckoo Bird Wall Clock

I SO want this cuckoo bird wall clock - it has squirrels, toadstools and blue birds.  Total woodland cuteness!  $59.95 at Catching Fireflies

Rainbow Crystal Ring

This rainbow crystal ring really catches the light and gives off quite a colorful hue!  Would look pretty rockin' on your finger at your next cocktail event.  $80 at  five and two

Green Grass Earrings

I love grass - the lush, green kind that fill parks and front lawns.  These green grass earrings are a unique way to bring the outdoors wherever you go.  The shop carries various other green grass jewelry worth checking out.  $14 at Seahag and Walrus

Baseball Scorekeeper Journal

Some people love the statistics, keeping track of every little detail that happens on the field. Me, I love the nachos, but that's a whole different sort of score to keep. For the true baseball fan, this scorekeeping journal will set the records straight. Detailed score sheets and even a pocket for ticket stubs. I think this might be an ideal gift for the parent who loves to take the kids to baseball games. You could keep the records and create a family heirloom at the same time. Think of the memories that these records could generate. And think of the nachos you could eat while watching those games...$16.95 at The Spoon Sisters.

Over the Hill Skeleton Decanter and Glasses

Whether you are actually about to go "over the hill, " or if you are young at heart and love a little punk rock/skull action on your bar, this decanter and glasses set, might just be for you. Dark glass with a hand etched skull may make your bartending skills questioned, but I am pretty sure they'll up your street cred. $88 for two glasses, $138 for the decanter at Olive & Cocoa.

“Anatomy Domo Kun”

Perhaps you've seen this artist's (Jason Freeny) anatomy charts around. Showing the insides of cartoon and pop culture icons highlights the absurd proportions and physical abnormalities necessary to create an interesting character. How the heck could Hello Kitty's tiny neck support her giant head...if she were real, I mean...? Here we have the guts of the beloved Domo Kun. Disturbing and intriguing at the same time. Great art and great dissection of great art make for an interesting and fun limited edition print. $62 at Moist Production.

Branched Soldier Women's T-Shirt

I saw this branched soldier T-shirt and thought it was really cool and eye-catching while offering up a message. $25 at Sharpshirter

Men's 3-D T-shirt - The King (Lion)

While most folks won't be able to see the true beauty of this t-shirt is without 3-D glasses, deep down you will know that you're wearing something that looks like it can bite someone's head off.  That's pretty cool.  $40 siriusgrafik

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I Love Books Embroidery Pattern

Here's a super cute embroidery pattern for those of you who are readers who embroider. It looks like it would be fairly easy to do and an awesome design for your wall or for a pillow.  $6 at September House

Absinthe Honey

Honestly, I've never tasted absinthe to say if I would like the flavor or not, but when I saw this abinsthe honey, I was intrigued!  It's raw honey (even with a bit of honeycomb inside) that's been infused with wormwood, licorice, spearmint and star anise. You can request it to be made without wormwood, too. $21 at Pixxxie Pie and Posie

State Cutting Boards

 

 
I found this great store on Etsy that makes cutting boards in the shape of our states.  I'm showing you my state, North Carolina, because it's my state and it's my post :-)  $40 at A Heirloom.

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Gingerbread Fairy Tale Apron

This is the cutest apron ever.  I so want it, but I thought I'd share it with my birdies instead.  Love the details!  $60 at Dot's Diner

Chuao Firecracker Chocolate Bar

I was at Whole Foods yesterday and picked up a Chuao Firecracker chocolate bar because the description intrigued me - "Premium dark chocolate bar with chipotle, salt and popping candy."  Whoa, did they say chipotle AND popping candy?!  Dudes, this is the best chocolate bar ever.  If you enjoy dark chocolate that's also unusual and awesome, this is it.  The chocolate itself is delicious and then there's the heat mingled in that's just a tinge salty (a great salty-sweet combo) with the explosion of popping candy.  It's like a fun fest in your mouth.  Pure awesomeness.  $4.99 (at Whole Foods) or $18 for three at Chuao.

Chips, Dips, Chains & Whips

If you think this t-shirt seems a little racy, you're right. But doesn't it also seem a little familiar? Hmmm? Where have you heard this before? Oh, right Weird Science! What an awesome movie! I almost forgot that one. Yep. Get the shirt. Upset your mom and delight your friends who lived through the eighties and remember what it's like to be one of  “a couple of hundred kids running around in their underwear, acting like complete animals.” $14 at Flippin' Sweet Gear.

Cybermen, Doctor Who Inspired Pillow

I think we need to have a "Doctor Who" category here at Rare Bird Finds, because I could fill it up. Most Whovians seem to prefer the Dalek as the ultimate big bad for the good Doctor. Me, I like the Cybermen. As much as you can like humans that turn themselves into emotionless robots that is. And that's actually quite a lot. So I am always stoked to see some Cyberman action and these pillows are no exception. $30 at Diffraction Fiber.

Classic Star Wars Movie Posters

Yep, even I, the admittedly lowest of the low-key fans of Star Wars wants these posters. Awesome reprints of the original posters PRE-MESSING AROUND WITH CLASSICS! And even though there are four to choose from, you know you want the iconic one with Luke holding up the light saber and Leia looking sexy with her gun. Although the one where they are booth shooting is pretty sweet too...maybe...just get 'em all. $11.99 each or $43.99 for the set at Think Geek.

LifeGem

One of the most bizarre products I have seen is the LifeGem. LifeGems are personally tailored diamonds created from the ashes of a loved one or a lock of hair. They also offer pet diamonds. Prices range in the thousands.

Nobody Puts Baby in a Corner Print

If you hear wild screaming coming from Los Angeles, know it's me being completely outraged that Hollywood is remaking Dirty Dancing.  On top of that they're also remaking Footloose, Teen Wolf, and Fright Night.  What's next - Pretty in Pink?  Breakfast Club?  Sixteen Candles?  Is nothing sacred anymore?  Leave my 80's movies alone!  Okay, now that I got that off my chest, cherish the love and memory of Patrick Swayze saying, "Nobody puts baby in a corner" in this limited-edition print of an original painting. $60 at Elloh

Ice Pop Molds

These ice pop molds make me want an ice pop right now.  They come in 3 different designs - sailboat, rocket and robot.  What I particularly love about these molds is the attention to detail.  The stick holding the rocket has a little rocketman and the stick holding the robot has gears.  So fun!  $10 for a set of 6 at Uncommon Goods

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Moody Bee Beeswax Lip Balm

I know what you're thinking, that a beeswax lip balm as a Rare Bird Find?  Well, I know there's lots of lip balms out there that are made with beeswax.  But, what makes Moody Bee Lip Balm so cool is that they are beekeepers and have their own bees that they harvest the beeswax from.  I've used it myself and it is a mighty good lip balm.  $6.50 (US) at Moody Bee.

Excuse Me,I Believe You Have my Red Stapler Soap (Pina Colada Scented)

Are you an Office Space fan?  (If not, you should be!) If so, then this red stapler soap is for you.  It weighs 9 oz (like the real stapler) and also includes a T.P.S. report.  $15.99 at Two Eggplants Company

BBQ Rockin' Fork

This bbq rockin' fork is for those grillers who still love to rock out - even if it's over burgers and roasted corn.  $20 at Gama-Go

Hiphopsicles Ice Cube Tray

These hiphopsicles ice cube tray makes me laugh.  It features everything you need to bring some old school hip hop into your beverages.  You got the microphone, the dollar signs, the turntable and the boombox.  Now that'll make one chillin' drink. $8 at  Busted Tees

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Collectable Nosferatu Mixer Glass

Of all the vampire movies I've seen and books I've read, Nosferatu probably freaks me out more than any other. Count Orlck is terrifying and the old style filmmaking doesn't help his case at all. But the *ahem* shadow of the vampire on this collectible glass is a little less intimidating...especially when the glass is filled with fruit punch. That IS fruit punch...isn't it? £7.00 at Brighton Crock

DJ Rexcut 8.5 x 11" Print

Never mind the subtle use of color the nicely technical expression of a T. Rex, I want to know what the heck kind of music this monster of a DJ spins. I am pretty sure I want to go to THAT party. Nice print at a good price. $24.99 at Ray Young Chu.

Aquaman Atlantis Swimming T-Shirt

I was once a fan of Aquaman. That was before the fishnet tank top and long flowing hair and hook for a hand thing. Nonetheless, I love the ocean and I want to communicate with fish, so the Atlantis varsity style swim team shirt is all kinds of awesome. I suppose it works if you were a big fan of "The Man from Atlantis" too...did you hear? Patrick Duffy is going to write some novels about that...anyway...yes, Atlantis Swimming shirt...very cool. $18 at Stylin Online.

Fanny Floss

I'm not feeling quite myself tonite..I guess that's why I'm heading down to Crudesville with my post today.  I actually got this as a gag gift for my brother one Christmas.  Sometimes it's just hard to keep some areas clean so why not give Fanny Floss a try.  One roll is only $4.99 a Baron Bob.  There's even a hysterical promo video on the page.

Coffee Cup Gadget Charger

This gadget charger looks like a coffee cup that fits perfectly in your cup holder, and it can charge up to three gadgets. There are 2AC outlets for laptops, DVD players, phone chargers, camera chargers, etc. and one USB power port for iPods, MP3 players and cell phones. Perfect for road trips! $39.95 at Red Envelope

ExfoLatte Body Scrub

You know how awesome the smell of a freshly brewed pot of coffee smells?  ExfoLatte body scrub has bottled that smell into a body smoothing scrub, filling your shower and senses with that tantalizing aroma.  Mmm!  This uber-gentle scrub made from coffee grounds is even gentle enough for the face. It's even a great pre-shaving/pre-tanning treatment.  Leaves you clean and smooth.  A friend of mine got himself some ExfoLatte and he kept having me sniff it - it really smells that good!  $38 at ExfoLatte

Bride and Groom Bookmarks

This bride and groom couple look more like they've been turned into brain-eating zombies - which is what I totally like about them.  Made into a unique set of bookmarks, this pair will certainly add visually interest to your books.  Check out the shop for other bookmarks sold singularly.  $50 for the set at Honey Case

80's Arcade Cake Mold

This brightly-colored silicone cake mold will have you remembering those long-ago Atari games.  $24 at Fred Flare