Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Empire State Birdfeeder

We're in New York for New Year's. The city that never sleeps. Nor do it's visitors. When am I coming back so I can get some rest? Oh, yeah, that's what work is for.

I'm thinking about bringing some of the Big Apple back with me. (No, not bags under my eyes from too many late nights, smarty pants.)

If you must know, I'm actually thinking of this birdfeeder in the shape of the Empire State building.

Relax, it's only 24 inches high. No zoning laws to contend with. The Donald doesn't need to get involved. I like it even more now.

Uncommon Goods

Monday, December 29, 2008

Zunafish

OK, let's talk. You got a lot of crap for Christmas that you couldn't care less about.

You could host a regifting party. They are always fun, but then you're stuck with stuff your friends didn't want either.

Instead, open up an account on Zunafish. It's a web site designed for trading things like CDs, DVDs, books and games.

Where's the category for ugly sweaters knitted by your Aunt Vera, you ask? Sorry, no one has a web site for that kind of ugly.

Zunafish

Friday, December 26, 2008

Sock And Awe

Back at work on the day after Christmas? They can't really expect you to work today. So don't.

Instead, train for the Iraqi press corp. No need to learn a foreign language (we're Americans, darn it). No need to take notes or even learn how to use a camera.

Instead, simply practice your throwing skills. A website has recreated the infamous press conference with President Bush in Iraq. You get 30 seconds to play.

My top score is 5. Can you beat that?

Sock and Awe

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Build A Beard

Always wanted to know what you'd look like with facial hair? Humor me and pretend.

A group known as atto will donate a dollar into your Kiva account for every picture you send with a mustache or beard. Kiva helps people like us lend money to struggling entrepreneurs in developing countries. (Loan sharks need not apply.)

Can't grow facial hair? Download a stache from their site, print and apply to your face. Or just Photoshop it.

It will be a fun project for the family on Christmas Eve. Beards like ZZ Top to Santa to Abe Lincoln - something for everyone. And it is for a good cause.

Build A Beard
Kiva

Monday, December 22, 2008

Frozen Spoons

Ice cube spoon molds. Who would have thought? They look like they would be great for cocktails. You know, maybe a mojito?

Better hurry though. One tray makes only two spoons. A good set of utensils really should start with at least 12 place settings. That's a lot of freezing that you're going to have to do before your New Years party.

A few words of caution though. Don't use these with hot chocolate. Or soup. And don't set the table the night before with these babies.

Did I really have to tell you that? Probably, huh?

Miles Kimball

Friday, December 19, 2008

Better than Solitaire

Got five minutes to waste? C'mon, it's Friday. What else do you have to do? Work...? Fuhgedaboudit!

Go to Adobecards.com to watch some amazing creativity.

You're in control - choose to advance the story (or not - which is just as fun). Use the slider tool at the bottom of the screen to move forward or stop the action and watch the movement of that moment.

Yes, it is an advertisement for Adobe, but the details and graphics are incredible.

You don't want to mess with that Queen of Hearts though. She'll kill you.

AdobeCards

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

No More Boring Walls

Yea! You've got sheetrock on your walls. Yawn. Yeah, they are boring.


Add some sculptural interest to your walls with products from re:Modern. Their wall tiles come in a variety of shapes, such as seesaw (shown), acoustic weave and 3-D ripples.

You can create your own design by rotating them, adjusting levels and painting them.

Everyone knows that flat walls are so yesteday. And I've got plaster walls. I know, I know. I'm really behind the times.

re:Modern

Monday, December 15, 2008

Willow Creek Press

Willow Creek Press is a publisher that has created a humorous line of dog picture books, such as Pug Mugs - Good Pugs Gone Bad.

The dogs featured in Pug Mugs have all been charged with a variety of crimes. Each page turner includes photos of the perps and descriptions of their crime, such as soliciting, petty theft, bribery, attempted homicide (calm down, it's just a photo of pug with a plush toy).

The books and photos capture the bad dog spirit. Go to their web site to look for books and calendars of other breeds.

Luckily, I didn't see pictures of my dogs in there. I can't afford the bail.

Willow Creek Press

Friday, December 12, 2008

What do you wish to happen by the end of the day?

Here's an interesting experiment. Stand on a street corner with a video camera and ask 50 people the same question. Record their answers and put it on a web site.

OK, maybe you should leave it to the professionals, and avoid getting arrested.

What do you wish to happen by the end of the day?

Watch the video, which runs approximately five minutes. You'll be glad you did. It's fascinating to see the range of answers delivered.

And then ask yourself the same question.

Fifty People One Question

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Road Tested Chair

Yeah it's a chair. But, is it me or does it look a little uncomfortable? I'll take the couch. You sit on it.

I do love the chair though for its style. And the lights. They actually do work and even come with a remote control.

Make your mother-in-law sit there when she visits for the holidays. She won't get how cool the chair is. And she'll want to leave early because she's uncomfortable. Win-win!

Order now for next year. It takes 14-16 weeks to build and deliver. Sorry, this holiday, you're on your own.

Uncommon Goods

Monday, December 8, 2008

Stone Lighting

The right level of lighting in your backyard can be difficult to accomplish. Candles blow out too easily. Landscape lights are too low to the ground (though your shoes sure look great!). Don't even get me started on harsh porch lighting... The right lighting is critical to your outdoor soiree.

I think I've fallen for Oluce's outdoor lights. Made of durable, weather-tested polyethylene, these fixtures mimic the shape of rocks, but light up to cast a soft glow.

Maybe you should think about getting some for your backyard. What's that about glass houses and stone throwing? Well, okay, I guess I could get some for my own yard as well.

Nova68

Friday, December 5, 2008

BiteMe Spears

Who's your pet's favorite celebrity? Forget a star on the sidewalk or handprints in cement. Hollywood actors know the true measure of success when they've been remade into a dog toy. Yeah, that's ruff (get it?).

There's Brad Pittbull, Angelina Grrrowlie, Clint Eastwoof, Sara Jessica Barker and Bruce Woofless.

Although the next time my little dog "Oops, I did it again", I'm taking away her BiteMe Spears. You know, she's got a drinking problem. The dog I mean, not the celebrity. Although . . .

Hollywoof

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Cookie Play Dough

So, I was once again searching online for something to send to my nieces for Christmas. And then I found this.

Cookie dough that comes in four colors (red, green, blue and yellow). The packaging is reminiscent of Play-Doh, the kid's toy.

And the makers of this cookie dough encourage the little ones to play with it while they create cookie designs.

I'm not sure if this is making my hungry or sick. I'll let you know once the cookies are finished baking.

1-800-Bakery

Monday, December 1, 2008

Candy Cane Shot Glasses

OK, I'll let you in on something early, that way you have plenty of time to order.

If you're having a holiday party, buy some of these candy cane shot glasses. Yeah, they're made from candy canes! Go figure.

Drink up, then eat up. No dishes to wash and you have a sugar rush with fresh breath. Although you'll probably need to wash your hands, which isn't necessarily a bad thing.

Please don't use these with peppermint schnapps. Might be a little peppermint-over-kill.
Fred Flare

Friday, November 28, 2008

Ready in a Jif

Sick of turkey yet? Oh, you will be. Make something with my favorite ingredient. Not bacon, although that's good too.

Peanut butter. Everyone knows how to make a sandwich or a dessert with PB. (Please tell me you do.)

I've got a great peanut butter pie recipe. Some day, I might share my grandmother's peanut butter eggs recipe. (Don't worry, they're not really eggs, more like homemade peanut butter cups.)

But how many times have you used peanut butter in soup? Or with tacos? Check out Jif's web site for all the ways you can cook with PB. It stretches the imagination. All the new possibilities...

Although if you're inviting me over, substitute with Smuckers. Sorry, Jif. Everyone's got their favorite.

Jif

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

TravelSmith

Going somewhere for the holidays? Without me? Well, I'll let you in on a little tip anyway.

Buy some locks for your luggage from TravelSmith. They're TSA approved, so airport security won't have a fit.

The best part? They're letters, not numbers. You create the combination using an easy to remember word.

But don't use O-P-E-N, OK? Unless you want someone pawing through your clothes. Eww, you're not into that, are you?

Order now so you get them before the holidays arrive. Oops, too late for Thanksgiving.

TravelSmith

Monday, November 24, 2008

Donuts and Bacon

OK, who misses the election? Tell the truth. Life has been a little quiet since the first week of November. I mean, who really cares about the cabinet appointments or transition teams? Friends and families aren't being torn apart by Obama's pick for press secretary. Well, not yet, right? Give them a few drinks.

Bring back some of those fun times with an Obama spoof t-shirt. Donuts and bacon. That's the party ticket for me. I think everyone will agree.

As you've heard me say before, everything tastes better with bacon. And donuts. That goes without saying, right?

Zazzle

Friday, November 21, 2008

Flipbook your Videos

So you finally figured out how to use the video recorder on your cell phone. That's great, but now what do you do with the darn videos? I mean, who really wants to watch your cell phone? Pass the phone should not be a new party game.

Upload your video to Bob Books to create an old fashioned flipbook. The video can't be more than eight seconds (and really, your friends would just get bored with anything more). You get to design the front, the back and spine on the cover. All for the low price of about $20.

They are based in the UK, so you better get bookin' if you plan on giving one of these babies as a Christmas gift.

Bob Books - Flipbook

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Make Your Own Muppet

For Halloween, a group of us went as the cast of Avenue Q. The theme was Opening Night and it was hosted at the local performing arts theater. We wore black pants and t-shirts and carried puppets similar to those used in the Broadway show.

Let me just say this. The puppets were a hit. People kept talking to the puppet and ignoring me. And frankly, the puppets got drinks from the bartender faster than I ever could.

FAO Schwartz must have been watching, because they now host a Build your own Muppet page on their site.

Pick your body. Pick your eyes. Pick your hair. Pick your nose. Yes, I did say "Pick your nose".

A few short clicks and the Muppetized version of you will be shipped to your home.

FAO Schwartz

Monday, November 17, 2008

Le Viette

Look good, don't they? The web site Le Viette offers swiss rolls, chocolate mousse, french toast and sundaes.

Before you start salivating, keep this in mind. They're towels. Yep, towels.

The site offers hand towels that are packaged to resemble desserts. Buy a couple as a fun hostess gift for the many holiday parties you'll be invited to next month.

It's better than a fruitcake. And no, Le Viette doesn't offer fruitcake.

Le Viette

Friday, November 14, 2008

Colorstrology

People tend to gravitate to me. I have a truthful and cordial manner that increases my popularity.

Oh yeah, it's completely true. I read about myself on the Colorstrology web site. Sponsored by Pantone, the color experts, the site features your color (I'm shell coral-no, really. Coral, who would have thought?) and a very accurate description of you. Choose the month, then the day you were born. Then sit back and bask in the glory of you.

There's a disclaimer that says it's all for fun, but I totally believe in it.

What's your color?

Colorstrology

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Edgecomb

There's a company in Maine (yes, again with Maine) named Edgecomb Potters that has three stores along the coast. While they have very beautiful pottery, Edgecomb also creates glasswork and metal sculptural pieces.

This dragonfly bench can be found on their web site, along with other garden items, such as benches, chairs and bird baths. These babies aren't cheap, but you won't find Edgecomb's pieces in everyone else's backyard, like garden gnomes.

Well, until everyone else starts reading Snackworthy too. But at least you had first dibs.

Edgecomb Potters

Monday, November 10, 2008

Spoiled Chiens

My dogs, spoiled? You better believe it.

Look at these dog beds. The bone shape frame holds a soft cushion insert which come in blue or pink. They aren't cheap, but they sure are very cute.

Next thing you know, dog beds will be made of memory foam or adjustable with a remote control.

But if it avoids the 5:00 AM breakfast call from the dogs and gives me a chance to sleep in, they would be totally worth it.

Spoiled Chiens

Friday, November 7, 2008

Green Designs

While visiting Maine last month, we stopped by the showroom of Green Designs. While the furniture is produced in an environmentally friendly manner, the company is actually named for designer Douglas Green.

His works are pieces of art, not just furniture. Each piece is handcrafted of American black cherry in Portland. Check out the curves on this baby!

If I had a desk that looked like this, I might not mind working. I might even keep it clean. Well, maybe I'd just really enjoy the desk.

Green Designs

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Voscher Luggage Tags

When most teens graduate from high school, their parents give them wonderful gifts to commemorate the achievement. My parents? They gave me luggage. I think it was their subtle way of saying "Get out."

Voscher Home Collection has a new line of luggage tags that help you easily identify your luggage. Using a graphic from their Tampa landmark art series, they've created durable tags. You know, a little bling for your suitcase.

Buy some for family and friends as stocking stuffers for this holiday season. And, better get a couple for yourself, unless you want to lose your own luggage.

Voscher Home Collection

Monday, November 3, 2008

Vote Tomorrow

It's finally here. Well, tomorrow it is. The presidential election. And barring any strange accidents, hanging chads, recounts, etc., we should finally know who our next president is by Wednesday morning.
Do you find yourself in need of some last minute political information before tomorrow? (At this point, who really is undecided?) Or are you afraid that you'll find yourself missing the non-stop campaign coverage?

Click on over to Real Clear Politics. It has everything you need to bore friends and family who are already sick of politics.

Want a more interesting perspective on the elections? Go to Cafe Press to see which candidates have sold more merchandise.

Now get out there and vote.

Friday, October 31, 2008

Mac and Cheese

Halloween is tonight. It's a good time for warm comfort foods like mac and cheese. Here's an easy recipe that is a winner every time.

It calls for white cheddar, although friends have substituted other cheeses in this same recipe. I originally found this recipe in Martha Stewart's Everyday Food, but I've made some upgrades to it. (Sorry Martha!)

1 1/4 cups milk
2 tsp melted butter
8 ounces cream cheese
1 pound grated white cheddar cheese (4 cups)
1 cup of parmesan-romano cheese
8 ounces elbow macaroni
2/3 cup Progresso Italian style breadcrumbs
Salt/pepper

Preheat oven to 400.

In a small bowl, toss the 2 tbs melted butter with bread crumbs. Then add 1/4 cup cheddar and 1/2 cup parmesan-romano. Set aside for later.

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook macaroni until al dente, according to package instructions; drain.

In a large saucepan over medium heat, bring milk to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; add cream cheese, cut into cubes, stir until melted, 2 minutes. Gradually stir in the cheddar until melted, 5 minutes. Add parmesan-romano cheese. Add the cooked pasta, 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper; toss to combine.

Divide the mixture among prepared dishes. Sprinkle the top with the breadcrumb mixture. Bake until bubbling, 30-40 minutes. I like to broil for 3-4 minutes to brown the breadcrumbs.

Finally, find a big spoon and eat and eat and eat. Don't share with anyone (except me). Tell everyone else that not sharing is part of the recipe.

Add this to your TasteBook.

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

TasteBook

I know some good cooks that have made some incredible meals. If only they would invite me...

I guess my friends could create a personalized cookbook for me instead of inviting me over. TasteBook is a web site that allows you to upload your own recipes and photos, choose your cover and personalize the book. They will print it, gift wrap and ship it to you for about $30.

You can create personalized holiday gifts with some of your favorite family recipes. And say you're looking for a gift for someone who likes to cook, but you've got no skills? You can choose from a variety of recipe sources found on TasteBook's site to create a themed cookbook.

Be sure to add Snackworthy recipes, such as Bacon Swiss Dip and Fruitcake Cookies.

A personalized cookbook is almost as good as being invited for dinner. Almost.

TasteBook

Friday, October 24, 2008

Music and Fashion

Ready to rock your wardrobe?

Buy this shirt to brighten up your style. There's a tiny battery pack in the seam of the shirt that enables the equalizer graphic on the front of the shirt to interact with the music. The shirt actually lights up in response to sounds. Click the Firebox link to see the shirt in action.

Wear this next time you hit the town and want to be the center of attention.

Be careful not to spill your drink on it though. I'm not sure how strong the battery is, but we don't want you to get zapped, now do we?

Firebox

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day

Can't take another political ad on TV? Me neither. I'm getting TiVo thumb from pressing the fast forward button all the time. (TiVo thumb is a real diagnosis, just like tennis elbow. Ask your doctor. I'll probably need time off from work.)

Rent Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day. It is a cute movie starring Frances McDormand (the sheriff from Fargo) and Amy Adams (the princess in Enchanted).

A poor governess named Guinevere. A ditzy starlet named Delysia. Pair them up for a screwball comedy that will make you laugh.

Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day

Monday, October 20, 2008

Wilt Pruf

Our neighborhood has a pumpkin carving party to make jack-o-lanterns each year for Halloween. Perhaps it's not the safest soiree - drinks and knives.

Unfortunately, unless you carve the pumpkin just the night before, they disentigrate before the big event.

This year, I'm getting Wilt Pruf. It will keep carved pumpkins from shriveling, collapsing and turning black. Made from pine resin, Wilt Pruf leaves a protective film on plants (and pumpkins) that lasts for months.

So instead of Christmas lights hanging all year round, my neighborhood will have pumpkins through the new year!

Wilt Pruf

Friday, October 17, 2008

Silver Cocoon

Recognize the design? It's the symbol used by the Obama campaign.

A clever designer in Minneapolis has watched her sales take off with the inclusion of this product. She sells them on a chain as a necklace or with a pin.

It's a subtle way of showing your support.

I'm not sure how she's filling all those orders, but I just image a room full of elves with carving tools.

Silver Cocoon

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

The Cure for Mudslinging

We're down to the last month before the election. Politicians are doing what the media loves. They're slinging mud at each other.

What's a concerned citizen supposed to do? Hit the showers after watching the debates. Use soap from a little store called Violet.

They have soap imprinted with the words Vote on one side and Feel Good on the other. The scent? Olive branch.

Buy a couple of bars and give them to friends who never seem to vote. You know who they are.

Violet

Monday, October 13, 2008

Pit Bulls Against Palin

We're in Maine and walked by a store window with a bumper sticker that read "Pit Bulls Against Palin".

I had no idea that pit bulls were politically active, much less backing Barack Obama. It makes sense though after her hockey mom joke.

Go to the web site to buy a t-shirt and read more. The site claims that Sarah Palin knows as much about pit bulls as foreign policy.

Pit Bulls Against Palin

Friday, October 10, 2008

Keep Calm And Carry On

Seen the stock market lately? My 401K is smaller today than it was at the beginning of the year - even with twice a month contributions.

There's a great store across the pond called Pedlars. They have towels for sale that seem appropriate right now.

You can use it to dry your tears every time you hear about the economy.

Pedlars

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

The Easy Way to Give Constructive Advice

Need to give someone advice, but you're not sure how they'll take it? Yeah, who needs the confrontation. There's an easier/lazy way to handle these situations.

Stop on by the web site Hello! You There!

The site is very sparse. Five lines of directions and three text boxes for you to enter the person's name, address and your advice. They'll type it and send the letter to those who need your advice the most. Anonymously, of course. That's the best part.

Check out the samples - like the one shown here. "Do not marry her. You will spend the rest of your life serving her and never get the life you want, deserve and need." It goes on and on. Ouch.

The point of the web site is to provide constructive advice to someone in your life. Not criticism (I'll take care of that) or nagging (everyone already has a mother). Don't be surprised to get something in the mail soon.

Hello! You There!
If you've received this in email, click the link above to go to Snackworthy. Then click the link that will take you to the Hello! You There!

Monday, October 6, 2008

One more Halloween post for the dogs

I'm not sure when Halloween started becoming such a big event - the lavish parties, the over-the-top costumes, the designer decorations and props. Yep, I'm hooked. The problem is - what do I do with my smoke machine for the rest of the 364 days of the year?

There's a fun little store on Etsy that blends humor with their love of dog toys.

Candy corn for dogs! These are great treats for dogs.

Also, look at the Pirate Squirrel. I know two little dogs that would love one of those.

Dogbone Art

Friday, October 3, 2008

Let's not forget the other kids

When you're stocking up for Halloween, don't just buy candy for the little ones. You never know what other types of kids might stop by for a treat.

Dogma & Fetch is a dog boutique that has these great Halloween toys for the pups. The site has a lot of great products just for dogs - from cool ID tags to designer dog houses.

You'd better be ready this Halloween with the treats of all kinds or my kids will be sure to leave a "trick" on your lawn.

Dogma & Fetch

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Speaking of Halloween

Spice up your morning bath with the smell of autumn holidays.

mi Spa makes soap called Pumpkin Souffle. It is handcrafted with rice bran oil, palm oil, coconut oil, shea butter and brown sugar. Who knew there was such a thing as rice bran - and it has oil?

This stuff will smell better than my plain old Ivory soap, but I'm really worried that I'll always be hungry for pumpkin pie. If they make shampoo that looks like whipped cream, I'm really in trouble.

mi Spa

Monday, September 29, 2008

Halloween is next month

Halloween is best in my little 'hood when all the neighbors gather in our front yards to hand out candy to the kids. And drink. Several cocktails make the event much more fun.

This little ice cube tray is going to make a great addition to this fine tradition. A few skull and crossbones will chill the vodka and help us celebrate the occasion.

Did I mention how great these would be for pirate-themed events?

Bone Chillers

Friday, September 26, 2008

geoGreeting

Remember the sentence "The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dogs"? It uses every letter in the alphabet and helped check typewriter keys and stuff like that. You know, back in the day before everything was printed electronically.

You'll want to remember the lazy dog phrase when you visit geoGreetings.

geoGreeting.com is a fun site that has scoured the world for shapes that look like letters. You type in a message and they piece it together using aerial photos from around the world.

Send a greeting that's out of this world.

geoGreeting

Wednesday, September 24, 2008

Pushing Daisies

Here's a television show that you must watch. Yes, I said must. No arguing.

The dialogue is witty, the sets are dreamy and the acting is terrific.

And it has Kristin Chenoweth - the original Glinda the Good Witch from the Broadway show Wicked. The other stars are great too, don't get me wrong.

You've got to love a show that is primarily set in a shop called "The Pie Hole".

If you missed the first season, head over to www.abc.com to watch the previous episodes.

Go set your Tivo for ABC on October 1st at 8:00. That's one week from today - plenty of time for you to clear your schedule. Don't let me catch you watching something else. I mean it.

Pushing Daisies

Monday, September 22, 2008

Nastee Notes

Oh yeah, you read it right. This web site specializes in eloquently saying things you would love to say, but you just hate being so crude. Notice the pretty rhinestone and the yellow flowers. It's so sweet - almost.

Cards with titles such as “Not the brightest” and “Gold digger” pretty much say it all. And these are from the ‘not so nastee’ section.

Check out the ‘real nastee’ section on your own computer – not the one at work. Where they track all of your Internet actions. Including reading personal emails, like this one.

Oops. Too late. Well, keep goofing off then. You've got the time, now.

Nastee Notes

Friday, September 19, 2008

Spice up your next report at work

Have you seen those “word clouds” where all the text is scrambled together in different sizes and styles? Sure, it kind of makes your head hurt trying to figure it out. But they’re snackworthy to me nonetheless.

Here’s a web site that let’s you create your own. Go to Wordle.com and type in your message, click Create, then click Open in Window and edit until satisfied. Press Print Screen on your keyboard for a screen grab. Paste this into a photo editor or document to save your work.

Of course, that means you have to write something yourself. Or just copy and paste from snackworthy – if you’re that lazy. Like me.

Wordle

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Chairman Meow

My two terriers don’t believe in live and let live. They want to rid the world of all cats.

What my dogs don’t realize is that cats are uniting under Chairman Meow. Much like Mao, Chmn. Meow is leading a revolution - a feline revolution. Go to this web site for some hilarious propoganda and learn more about their ideology.

Buy a t-shirt and give it to your favorite cat person. No matter how much you think they should own a dog.

Obey the Purebred

Monday, September 15, 2008

Relax, I'm a ninja

A friend has convinced her children that she's a secret ninja who sneaks out at night. What she does as a ninja, I'm not really sure. I think it just helps keeps her kids in line.

But I think the secret is out. Especially if she carries one of these tote bags from Hella Good. This simple, black cotton tote helps you carry your nunchuks and ninja swords.

You'd better hurry if you want to get one. Everyone knows that ninjas disappear fast. (And the website says they have limited quantities.)

Hella Good

Friday, September 12, 2008

Thomas Paul

Thomas Paul... Thomas Paul... Yeah, I'd never heard of him either.

But you should get to know him. Mr. Paul has an amazing collection of home accessories including pillows, plates, lighting and rugs. All are very beautiful. The plates shown to the left are from his Sea Life series.

These dishes will be great for your next fabulous dinner party. Which I'm sure you'll invite me this time, right? Don't make me beg. It's not pretty.

Velocity

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

Keyboard 2.0

Oh, my god. I can't believe you're using last year's keyboard. Don't you know how boring it is? Do something with that tired old thing already! It's embarrassing.

At the very least, get some new press ons to freshen it up. These useful keys include new options that your old board could never do.

While it won't help your typing (nothing will), the colors sure will complement that new manicure.

Pick up a set right away. After all, you don't want all the other computers making fun of your keyboard.

Computer Key Caps

Monday, September 8, 2008

Jawbone

In another month, it will be convertible weather. That time of the year when friends and family claim they can't hear me on my mobile phone.

But I've got plans for this fall. I'm buying this new headset for my phone. It has noise reduction technology built in that really works. The headset rests against your skin and picks up on the vibrations of your jaw while you talk. Check out the video demonstration on their web site. Amazing, huh?

Now no one has an excuse to hang up on me. Again and again and again.

Jawbone

Friday, September 5, 2008

Corner frames

Kids these days are so lucky. When I was young, it used to be a punishment to sit in the corner. Now, kids can stare at beautiful artwork while doing their time.

OK, well only if their parents have invested in something they read on Snackworthy. Today, we're talking about frames that wraps around corners. And they go both ways, into the corner or around the corner.

They're very cool. Very pricey. And European. Aren't all the cool things from those darn Europeans? Maybe they were bad as kids too.

Details