Rare Bird Finds

Rolling Bird Salt & Pepper Shakers

Doesn't it drive you crazy when you sit down to dinner at your super long dining room table and the salt & pepper are all the way down at the other end?  Problem solved with these Rolling Bird salt & pepper shakers!  Just wind them up and they roll down the table.  They also, as wacky as they look, make a great conversation piece.  $38  for the pair at Chiasso.

Yin and Yang Candle

Do Not Open Till Christmas Soap

Star Wars "Order 66 Survivor" T-Shirt

Yo Gabba Gabba Finger Puppets

Mustache Crayons

Retro Wooden Bowling Set

Butt Freckle

Custom Fingerprint Ring

Winter Holiday Tale Ring

Scrooge Stein

DIY Living Ornament Kit

Crochet Cashmere Pointsettia Necklace

Menorah Vinyl Wall Decal

Midnight Snow Necklace

The Gift of Nothing

So, you got the office jerk in the Secret Santa draw huh?  Bummer..unless you go ahead and get the Gift of Nothing. . That's right, this is a wonderful plastic ball of nothing all packaged up pretty like.  The office jerk will love it and they deserve it.  You can get one through Amazon for $6.60 (FYI it ships from a UK store).

Zoku Quick Pop Maker

Browsing through my Williams & Sonoma catalog I came across this quick Pop Maker.  You just keep the base in the freezer and you can make up to 9 pops before you have to refreeze it.  And, it comes with these special tools so you can pop the pops right out.  $49.95 at Williams & Sonoma. 

Dog Butt Floss Dispenser

Are you one of those people who just find it so boring to floss your teeth?   Why not make it more fun, if not interesting and questionable by getting your floss from this dog butt floss dispenser.  Don't worry, your mint floss will still taste like mint.  $15 at Fanimals 

Upcycled Movie Necklace

 What's your favorite movie?  Is it a horror flick or maybe some good Anime.  Why not take it with you and wear it always around your neck.  I think these upcycled movie necklaces are cool.  This one is $18 at Now Showing. 

iPhone Case

 

Ok, so I don't have an iPhone or an iPod touch like all you guys.  That doesn't mean I can't appreciate this fine handmade iPhone case.  You can see alot of work went into this case, there's alot of detail there to make it look like an iPhone.  If you have someone in your family who's an iPhone fanatic, then this is the perfect gift for them.  $39 at L'atelier de Luluu. 

Red Volcano Plate

Sometimes I just wish I could paint. It's looking at hand painted items like this beautiful Red Volcano Plate that make me pine away for talent.  This is a hand thrown porcelain, hand painted plate.  I just love it and am very envious of Stephanie Kao's talent.  You can also find bowls, mugs and vases all handpainted.  This plate is $32 at Stephanie Kao. 

Chainmaille Bra

Here I go, pushing my finds to the limit again but so what :-)  I'd like to know how much support I would get from this beautiful Chainmaille Bra.  I'm sure either way, my husband wouldn't care as long as I wore it.  Several styles available.  Be brave and get yours for $190 at Venus In Chains.   

Rear Gear

 

Ok, maybe I've gone too far this time but I couldn't resist.  Does your dog embarrass you at the park with his dirty butt?  Are you tired of waking up with cat butt in your face?  Then you need the No More Mr. Brown Eye from Rear Gear.  You have many shapes to choose from including a disco ball and a pine tree air freshener.  Only $5 at Rear Gear. 

Turkey Dinner

 

Some of us just love Thanksgiving! Some of us just love Turkey!  But if you REALLY REALLY love Thanksgiving and Turkey, why not show that love by wearing this lovely Sterling Silver Turkey Dinner necklace.  Sorry folks, gravy is not included and this turkey isn't stuffed with cornbread.  $18 at Charms 4 You. 

Baby Doll Mortar and Pestle

 

Got something that needs grinding up?  Angry at the kids too?  Get your frustrations out and get your herb grinding done with this Baby Doll mortar and pestle.   Grind away into this baby doll's ceramic head with it's arm.  I think the picture speaks for itself.  $66 at Super Small Fry.

Plush Microbes

 
I figured these were appropriate with all the "bugs" going around. I myself and writing this from my very own sickbed.  If only my germs were as cute as these giant plush microbes.  Many too choose from including: syphylis, common cold, flu, MRSA and many more.  $12.17 at Latest Buy.

Porcelain Spiked Bowl

 

 
How about a conversation piece as well as a useful dish?  Just don't hurt yourself on this porcelain spiked bowl.  It's just got so much interesting detail, besides the spikes.  Wouldn't mind having one myself...at least maybe I can keep the kids away from my ice cream!  $30 at  Truda Laking Glatz.

iPhone/iPod Cedar Docking Station

 

You know you're tired of looking at all those boring docking stations and you want something cool for your iPod.  Take a look at this handmade real cedar docking station.  These are custom made and take about 3-4 weeks to produce but WOW, what a statement it makes. This one is $78 at Woodtec. 

Hand Painted Chip & Dip Set

 

I was just surfing around when I found this beautiful chip and dip set.  The whole store is full of these bright and colorful designs on lots of different serveware.  The site says these are all painted freehand without any stencils or tape used...Wow!  Wish I could do that.  $95 at Dishfuls of Doodles. 

Cobweb Scarf/Shawl

 

This is probably the most unique scarf I've ever seen and it's perfect for Halloween too. And, it can be worn in many different ways.   If you like the unusual then the Cobweb Scarf is for you.  Other colors available too.  $128 at Laslopezlas.

Board Game Coasters

There really are alot of drink coasters out there and it's hard to find some really unique ones.  Luckily, if you're a board game nut, I've found these great board game coasters.  There's different board games available like Monopoly and Scrabble.  $15 at Samann 1121. 

Desktop Crop Circle Kit

  
Do you swear you have co-workers that are aliens?  Welcome them by making your very own desktop crop circle with this kit.  Includes everything you need to make your own alien welcome mat.  $9.95 at What On Earth. 

High Heel Cake Server

 

Regular cake servers can be so bland and boring.  Spice up your cakes with either a pink or black high heel cake server.  Only $15.99 at Mookie Gifts. 

Kuhn Rikon Squeezable Decorating Kit

 

I just got one of these myself as I am an avid Xmas cookie baker. This decorating kit is so easy to use and you have several bottles and decorating tips it's insane.  Best baking product I've ever purchased.  $24 at Sur La Table.

"Sorry, We're Dead" Hanging Sign

Do you get way too many door to door salesman?  Do you just want to be left alone?  The try this great "Sorry, We're Dead" hanging sign.  Guaranteed to make those salesmen scratch their heads.  I just couldn't resist this one.  It also would be great for Halloween.  $12.99 at Cinda.

Pink Ribbon BOObs Towels

 
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and of course we got Halloween coming up...so....what could be more fitting then these Pink Ribbon BOObs towels for your kitchen.  $7.95 at Dirty Dish Towels and they are donating a portion of each sale of these towels to the American Cancer Society.

"300" Rubber Ducks

 

THIS IS SPARTA!!!!  Or Lake Sparta since these are rubber ducks.  I've seen plenty of rubber ducks in my time but rubber ducks made up like  Leonidas and Xerxes from the movie 300, nope never seen that.  I love these.  This pair is $26 at Only Ducks, but there are many more movie ducks to choose from like the Wizard of Oz to Batman (or maybe Bathman). 

Paperclip Chandelier

I think this is so original and ingenious!  Check out this paperclip chandelier...yes that's right, it's made of paperclips.  Just look at the design it casts on the ceiling.  This is just too cool.  There are actually several different styles to choose from.  This one is $185 at ReDesign Technologies.

Four Seasons Wine Set

 

Anyone who drinks wine needs a good decanter and nice wine glasses.  I just love these handpainted wine goblets and decanter depicting the four seasons in the life of a tree. Other styles of goblets and decanters available too. $85 at Mary Wibis

Bunsen Honeydew and Beaker Prints

       

You know the Muppet Show was the best TV show ever.  Recently I gave you Fozzie Bear's head mounted on a hunting trophy.  Today I give you wonderful prints of Bunsen Honeydew and his assistant Beaker.  Enjoy!  $7 each at Slugwork.

The Pizza Boss

A regular pizza cutter is so old school.  And, if you love the look of power tools, then the Pizza Boss is perfect for you.  Looks like a Power Saw, acts like a pizza cutter.  You can find the Pizza Boss at Catalog Favorites for $19.95.

Bone to Pick Toothpick Holder

I have a bone to pick with you!  Actually, not a bone but a toothpick to pick with you.  What a unique way to store your toothpicks in the fish's back.  The rainbow toothpicks are reusable so this toothpick holder is GREEN too.  $20 at Uncommon Goods.

High Heels Cake Stand

The legs on this cute cake stand remind me of the Wicked Witch of the East from Oz that got the house dropped on her.  I have so many standard cake stands and this one just got my attention.  $60 at JMN Pottery.

Cool Jazz Guitar Ice "Kabob" Tray

Cool Jazz man, cool.  There just seems to be a new trend in ice cube trays and this is the latest.  Freeze up your guitar bodies with their silicone guitar necks and you've got an Cool Jazz Guitar Ice Kabob!  Swizzle stick and ice cube all in one.  Only $9 at Sur La Table.

Seratonin Necklace

    

I've had some good VA wine today so I'm feeling HAPPY!  However, if you need a pick me up, how about this Seratonin Necklace?  The chemical compound of  happiness, yours for only $85 at Molecular Muse!

Handpainted Portrait Mugs

 

I just thought this was the neatest idea.  Instead of getting one of those cheesy photo mugs at the mall kiosk, why not go for a handpainted personalized portrait mug!  It takes about 5 weeks from sketching to firing but what a great one of a kind gift this would make.  You will get a sketch to approve before it's painted too.  $80 per handpainted mug at House of Harriet.

 

 

Pac Man Stained Glass Clock/Lamp

Pac Man fans REJOICE!  Finally, a Pac Man item that is classy and that you would be proud to have in your home..  Love this stained glass Pac Man Clock/Lamp!  Brings back so many memories of my Atari.  $125 at Radiance Art.

Fozzie Bear Hunting Trophy

  

If you love the look of hunting trophies but absolutely hate hunting, this is the product for you!  Get your very own stuffed animal hunting trophy today!  Fozzie here was my favorite and there are many different "animals" to choose from.  $25 at DataMafia.

Vintage Fork Corn Holders

 

This is the time to get great, fresh corn on the cob!  Serve those ears up with these Corn Cob Holders made from Vintage silver plated forks!  Impress your neighbors at your end of the season BBQ with these conversation pieces.  $20.95 for a set of 4 at ArtisticWood.

Eyelashes for Your VW Beetle

Want to make your Volkswagon Beetle a little more lively?  How about these eyelash decals?  They come in a bunch of colors and will make your car stand out a little bit more.  $20 at Tonyabug