Rare Bird Finds

Hot/Cold Pack for Texter's Thumb

I know it's a real problem, but "Texter's Thumb" just cracks me up.   But, if you have this serious condition, you can help alleviate some of that pain with this Texting Thumb Wrap.   You can heat it up in the microwave or put it in the freezer for cold therapy.  $20.95 at The Ferris Wheels.

The Never Ending Story E-Reader Cover

So you've got a Nook or Kindle and the covers in the big box stores are so BORING.  What are you gonna do?   How about this Never Ending Story cover?  Made of suede or leather and has the Auryn symbol on the cover.   You can upgrade it for a tablet too.  $58.95 at Grimcat Productions.

Animal and Monster Hand Tattoos

Still need a stocking stuffer for one of your kids? Try these on for size.  These Animal and Monster hand tattoos are so genius and make your kids hand into an instant puppet.   Choose 2 tattoos for $12 from Uncommon Goods.

Angry Birds Earbuds

Angry Birds is hot nowadays.  And, if you have someone at home who's a huge Angry Birds fan then you might want to consider getting them these cool Angry Birds earbuds!  Only $6.50 at Slinky Shop

Candy Cane Holiday Feather False Eyelashes

Wow, that was a mouthful.  If you want to really really sparkle and stand out at the holiday party this year, then you better get yourself a set of these!  Check out these Candy Cane feathered false eyelashes!  You will definitely be an eyecatcher and probably the topic of conversation with these on your eyes!  $15 at The Cats Meow

Singing Pool Gondolier

Need to find a gift for someone with a pool and you just have no idea what to get them?  Try this awesome Singing Gondolier!  This guy sings you Italian love songs as his gondola sails thru your pool.  It lights up too for night time swimming.  Only $39.95 at Signals and there's a video on the website of it too.

Avocado Salt & Pepper Set

Alrighty folks, it's November and the holiday shopping season has officially begun.  And, speaking of "season", if you have an avocado lover in your house, this Avocado Salt & Pepper Shaker Set may be the perfect holiday gift.  $48 at Uncommon Goods.

Where Are They Buried Book

I know Halloween is over but if you have someone who's a celebrity fan this book is probably going to be a good gift. The Where Are They Buried book by Todd Benoit tells you where dead celebrities are buried and how they died.  So you can go on road trips to pay your respect to all of your favorite dead celebrities.  $14.95 at What On Earth

Princess Bubblegum Earrings

Ok, yes I'm almost 40 years old but I love watching "Adventure Time".  It's awesome!   So I found these fabulous Princess Bubblegum Earrings and we all just love PB.   Only $6.50 at Sweet Whatevers..oh and there are Jake & Fin earrings too!

"Bob" Ice Cube Tray

Got a Bob in your life?  I do.   I'm married to one.   So if you have a Bob in your life, why not celebrate your Bob with every sip of every drink you take with this Bob ice cube tray!  Only $7.95 at What On Earth.

"The Walking Dead" Laptop Decal

Yes, I have a zombie fetish lately in my posts.   Is that so wrong?  I mean, after all the second season of "The Walking Dead" premiered last night in all its gory glory.  So, this time I give you a great Walking Dead laptop decal featuring our hero Rick Grimes. This fits 13, 15 and 17 inch mac laptops.  Only $9.99 at Walking Dead Promotions.

"Sheen" of the Dead T-Shirt

I was actually looking for something related to "Shaun of the Dead", one of my favorite zombie movies ever..but this came up.  This is hysterical, a "Sheen" of the Dead T-shirt with Charlie as the walking dead.  Gotta LOVE this!  $18 at Zombie Fried Tees.

Dangling Eyeball Earrings

 

Halloween is coming and this is a perfect addition to your ghoulish wardrobe.  Gotta love these Dangling Eyeball Earrings that come equipped with the optic nerve.  Love them!   Only $15 at Handmade with Sisterly Love.

Zombie Gnomes Bye Bye Birdie

I don't know, the Zombie Gnome theme is just kinda sticking around isn't it?   Sorry but this was just the top of the Zombie Gnome items out there.  Here we have the Zombie Gnomes Bye Bye Birdie sculpture in which we have 3 Zombie Gnomes munching on a poor Lawn Flamingo.  Halloween is just around the corner and this would make a great lawn ornament/Halloween decoration!  Only $55 at Chris and Janes Place.

Frankenplate

 

Seems like I'm following a theme here with my last couple of posts.  Check out this cool Frankenplate I found.   It's all glass in really cool colors stiched together like part of Frankenstein.   This is just one of a 3 piece set you can buy together or separately.   The plate is $25 at Butter Glass Works

Bride of Frankenstein Necklace

Ok, so what..Halloween is like over a month away.  I just thought this Bride of Frankenstein Necklace was just totally wicked.  The pendant is made of pewter and comes with the chain for only $14.  Check out this and more interestingly wicked pieces of jewelry at Corso Studio.

American Sign Language Clock

I just had a hankering for clocks today, don't know why but I just did.  Then I found this great American Sign Language clock.   Instead of numbers, there's hands doing the clock numbers in sign language.  Neato!  And, you can get this custom ordered with whatever colors you want the hand to be.  There's lots more sign language sculptures too on this site.  The clock is $100 at Moonlight Aura

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

Ollivanders T-Shirt

I finallly went to see the last Harry Potter movie today. Then, I go online and find this awesome Ollivander's Wand Shop T-Shirt! Someone was very clever when they put this one together. Only $15 at MTheory Clothing.

Brain in a Jar

 

Ok, I know you're beginning to wonder about me but this is just cool. Check out this Brain in a Jar! This is all handmade with blown glass to create this miniature brain floating in a jar. A clear post connects the brain to the back of the jar so it looks like it's just floating there. You can also get a "Heart in a Jar" or a "Tooth in a Jar" or just a miniature glass jar (empty of course). This cute little "Brain" is $65 at Kiva Ford.

Quick Flick Dirty/Clean Dishwasher Sign

Everyone who owns a dishwasher needs to own one of these. I've seen these before but not this style with it's "quick flick" tab. The back is magnetized and this one is blue with yellow letters. These cool Quick Flick Dirty/Clean Dishwasher signs come in all different colors and cost $8 at Wonbien.

Deathly Hallows Necklace

This summer marks the final Harry Potter movie, The Deathly Hallows part 2.  What better item could I post than this Deathly Hallows necklace?  Made of stainless steel, this is a dead ringer for Mr. Lovegood's own necklace that you see in the films.  This one won't cost you your life, only $20 at Fanatic Alley.

Folded Paper Swan

 

I just found this Etsy artist and had to share her wares.  These things are amazing!  I mean, my kid is into Origami but this goes far beyond that.  Check out this Folded Paper Swan!  She takes all kinds of paper scraps, folds them and then sorts them by color before sculpting her creations. This swan took over 400 paper tea bag covers to make. Absolutely incredible! This swan will run you $49 at Ruti's Roots, but there are also bowls and other colored swans.

Scallop Bowl

 

I literally just got back from my beach vacation on the Outer Banks of NC.  Love these little Scallop bowls and they come in all kinds of colors.  There's even Baby scallop bowls and many other ocean themed pottery.  This size Scallop bowl is $40 at Element Clay Studio.

Samurai Owl Tee Shirt

Samurais are just the coolest. I find that period of Japanese history so cool. That's why I had to post this Samurai Owl T-shirt! $23 at Engram Clothing.

Zombie Stud Earrings

Ok, I guess it's Zombie week in my head. Last time I posted with a Zombie Garden Gnome and today I give you a whole new way to show your love of Zombies. Check out these Zombie stud earrings!!! Made of pewter and ready to be really close to your fresh brain (well in your ears ok). Only $9.95 at C's Charms

Zombie Garden Gnome

Why should you bother putting a boring old cheerful Garden Gnome amongst your petunias when you can put a Zombie Garden Gnome in there instead!?! Be different I say and get yourself a Zombie Gnome TODAY!!! This one will run you $49 and there is another one for $39 at The Zombie Gnome Store.

Pileated Woodpecker Bowl

I've been getting these birds in my backyard these past few days. So, when I saw this Pileated Woodpecker bowl I had to post. I just love the detail work on this piece of stoneware! $55 at Jim and Gina

Sloth Necklace

 

I recently found this adorable Sloth Necklace and wanted to pass it on.  I love how the charm just hangs off the chain just like a sloth would hang on a tree branch.  Lots of other cute necklaces at this site too.  This is all Sterling Silver and is $38 at Mary Mary Handmade.

 

 

Since Easter isn't too far off, I deemed it appropriate to find some unique Easter items.  So, I present to you, these Pom Pom Hat Egg Cozies.  It's hard when you've got your colored Easter Eggs and they get soo cold.  Sorry, these are just too cute.  $28 for a set of 4 (you choose the colors) at Natalya 1905.

 

 

Unisex Handmade Violin Watch

I just thought this Violin watch looked really cool when it popped up today on Etsy.  There's plenty of others including the Beatles and even HOUSE (yes Dr.House).  Real leather band and 1 year warranty. $60 at Hand Made People.

Ms. Pacman Pasties

 

I felt like getting a little risque today with my posting. Hence, you are viewing these lovely, Ms. Pacman pasties.  They're called "Ghost Hunter burlesque pasties" but we know who the bowed lady is wink wink.  How about covering parts of your ladies in these hmmm?  Only $22 at Pretty in Pasties

Bill Steals Steve's Apple Decal

 

Funny, funny tonite.  Check out this awesome decal for your Mac..it's Bill Gates stealing Steve Job's apple!  I just thought it was too funny not to post.  $9.90 at Mega Skins. Enjoy!

Chocolate Bunny Ears

 

We all know that the best part of a chocolate Easter Bunny is the ears.  So, why not just have the ears instead of the whole bunny?  I found these Chocolate Bunny Ears at Bissinger's chocolates.  You can get either dark or milk chocolate and you get 4 sets of bunny ears for $8.  I have had Bissinger's chocolates before and you can trust me, it's good stuff!  Easter is April 24th by the way.

Lego Mini Figure Crayons

I just found these on Etsy and let me tell you, this post is a STEAL!  Get these recycled Lego Mini Figure crayons for only $2 at Tammies Creations!  This is 10 crayons for $2!  Plus, I just like Lego mini figures!   There are other styles available, like Dinosaurs and such.

Mixmaster Sterling Silver Necklace

Remember those old Mixmasters?  Maybe your Mom or your Grandmother had one.  I remember the one my Mom had and this Sterling Silver Mixmaster necklace just brings back some childhood memories. Very cool.  $60 at Ball and Chain!

Omiyage Ladybug Bag

I've been window shopping on Etsy again. This time for a new messenger bag.  But, when I clicked on "Bags and Purses", this showed up and I just had to (I HAD TO) post it.  Take a look at this Omiyage Ladybug Bag.  It's not a huge bag, but good enough to carry the everyday type of stuff.  It's just way to freakin' cute.  The wings can stay open or you can close them.  There's other styles and even Baby bugs too.  This one is $24 at Sock Diva.

Wonder Woman Apron

So I'm in the market for a new apron.   Have a handmade one that's run it's gamut and is ready to be replaced.  While doing a little window shopping online I came across the mother of all aprons.  Check out this Wonder Woman apron!  I always wanted to don the Wonder Woman outfit for Halloween but never did, and now it's impossible for me to fit in one.  This is the next best thing (and I would fit in it ;-) )  $35 (on sale) at Modern Vintage Designs.

iChocolates

 

While perusing thru Etsy for Valentine's Day gifts, I came across these iChocolates.  Each of these edible "apps" are handmade and hand painted in Paris.  There's definitely alot of LOVE and care that went into creating these and I think your Valentine will love them.  $57 (US) at iChocolates.

Cute Genius Necklace

Found this "Cute Genius" necklace in the Geekery category on Etsy today.  It's hand stamped sterling silver plates that spell out "Cute Genius" but the catch is that these are elements from the periodic table.  Just thought this was such a neat gift for the "nerd" in your life.  $54 at Nikha Jewelry.

Fantastic Little Fox Coat

 

This is the kind of thing that I dreamed of having as a child.  I would've been begging my Mom to buy me this.  SIGH.  I think any child would love this Fantastic Little Fox coat!  Custom made in your kid's size and comes in gray fox too!  A little pricey but so what.  $150 at Little Goodall

Adventure Time Finn & Jake Necklaces

 

"Adventure Time, come on grab your friends. We go to very distant lands..."  We LOVE Finn and Jake in my house. Adventure Time ROCKS!  You and your best friend can be just like best friends Finn and Jake with these Finn and Jake Necklaces.  $18 for both at Happy Crafties.

Made to Order 1980's Half Apron

I was actually searching Etsy for some Star Wars stuff this morning (brother in laws birthday is coming up) when this popped up amongst my results. Check this out: custom, made to order 1980s Half Apron with over 40 different fabrics to choose from. Aside from the ones in the picture you can also get the A-Team, Alf and more.  $47 from Razor Bloom.

Nerd Power Pocket Protectors

Pocket protectors are back man!  And they are hot and exciting!  No more boring white or black, no way my friends.  You can get your Nerd Power Pocket Protector in all kinds of styles and colors including these awesome sparkly vinyl ones!  Be a nerd and be proud but be your own nerd with your own nerd style!  These come personalized too, choose the font and your are set!  $38 at Anne B. Vinyl.

Bacon and Eggs Scarf

I know there's a fan following of "bacon" products here on Rare Birds.  I know how much you all love your pork fat in the morning, I do too!  So, I present to you today this lovely Bacon and Eggs Scarf.  $59 at the Happy Crocheter.

Sterling Silver Brontosaurus Necklace

 

My 5 year old is BIG into dinosaurs right now, especially as he calls them "long necked dinosaurs."  So, I thought it fitting that when I saw this on Etsy, I needed to post it, in honor of him.  So, I present to you, the Sterling Silver Brontosaurus Necklace!   Only $26 at Crave Jewelry Design!