This gift is just as seductive as that steaming redhead witch you’ve been trying to tame (or become?). A bathtub filled with Absinthe Vert must’ve been the most haunting dream for 19th century poets and it’s now possible through the miracles of perfectly legal soap manufacturers who made the Absinthe Soap.
The sweet, invigorating smell combined with the disquieted history of the green elixir make a mysterious classy present. Each green bar has the words Absinthe Soap embossed on top and comes in a super fancy tin. Preferred by green fairies since 1889!
How much under $29.99?
A lot: $5.99 on Perpetual Kid.
It turns out I’m not a total klutz – some teapots really make pouring more difficult than others. After carefully examining exibits A, B and C last night in a cafe (only one of us had a “proper” spout), I ran into this clever little gizmo: the Teapot Drip Clip keeps the drops away from the table or clothes.
It doesn’t even needs instructions: step 1 is putting it inside the spout and that’s it, its shape will do the rest. You won’t know if it actually works until you try it, but for $5 for a set of two it’s not a very expensive experiement.
Last but not least, remember it could make a tea drinker very happy… it can make a very nice “no occasion” small gift.
How much under $29.99?
A lot: $4.99 on TheHomeMarketplace.com.
Via bookofjoe
Maths geeks have parties?
Difficult to believe, but we investigated a little deeper and found unbelievable facts.
Starting from the assumption that this age-old rumor is true, we have uncovered one of the ritual vessels they use in their activities: the Pi Symbol Ice Cube Tray. Imperfect cubes could never satisfy their quest for perfection, but this… Ah, imagine the fun! “Who can recite Pi with the more decimals?” The winner gets all the booze!
Seeing as 3/14 is a great celebration of their rite (at least in the States, because Europe doesn’t have 14 months), proper tools must be used. Don’t discriminate, get your friend some Pi ice right now!
How much under $29.99?
A lot: $8.99 on ThinkGeek.com.
Via BoingBoing
What’s the purpose of the Life Vest Wine Bottle Cover? It’s all a big mystery.
You’d think it’s meant to save hundred dollar wine bottles if a guest accidentally drops one in the ocean at a yacht party… wrong: the life jacket isn’t real, it’s just regular fabric made to look like one.
And, while it might look interesting and might keep guests entertained for about 10 seconds, zero functionality is not worth $13. Unless you’re throwing a Baywatch party, I suppose.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $12.95 on WhatOnEarthCatalog.com.
Via GearDiary
What happens to old seatbelt clasps after their car-life is over? Most of them end up in the dump… but some start a new existence. And they do a 360: after “don’t drink and drive” it’s “drink it up!”.
It’s not the first thing that comes to mind, but a buckle can be turned into a bottle opener. Or a Bottle ReOpener, in this case.
It’s 100% recycled by weight by local blacksmiths, so maybe the eco and local factors make it worth $18. But although it’s a cool idea, I’m not very sure about the price.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $18 on AlchemyGoods.com.
Via Cool Material
Drinking coffee or tea can be a simple activity, or it can be a ritual complete with several tools for proper enjoyment.
The Coffee & Tea Glass Filter Straws are tools… of a more unusual kind. They aim to eliminate the need for any find of filters and bags, but it’s debatable whether they’d work or not.
Seeing as the two brews are different, the straws aren’t the same either: the tea version finishes with a glass strainer, while the coffee one has a mini French Press filter on the end.
It’s a matter of “tried to be believed” here: the coffee filter seems ok, but loose tea leaves tend to clog up anything in their area, so that filter might not work very well. And at $20, I for one don’t want to be the first to try it.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $19.99 on ThinkGeek.com
A while ago, MyJones gave us the marvelous ICanHasCheezburger soda, and now they’re here with another special edition.
The MyJones Love Potion #6 Soda is here just in time for Valentine’s and gives you an easy way out if your significant other is an adept of the “gesture that matters”. Soda doesn’t make a good present for any opportunity, but in this case it comes with… you.
Each bottle in the 12-pack will have a photo printed on the label, and this is your time to shine: come out with the silliest, soppiest picture and love message to blow them away! Yeah, it’s just a drink, but they’ll be reminded of your feelings with each sip (and we’re supposed to celebrate love, not how much money we spend on presents, right?).
Besides, each 12-pack comes with extra surprises: 12 lip balms and a poster. If you’re a guy, your girlfriend will love the balm (trust me, we’re addicted to it); if you’re a girl, hey, you got a present too!
How much under $29.99?
Exactly $29.99 on MyJones.com.
Via Outblush
When the Mana Energy Potion showed up, my first reaction was a sort of mental squeal.
The Health Energy Potion follows in its footsteps and, while the novelty factor might be gone, it’s still cool as hell. Gaming the night away has never been more realistic.
As we all know, if your health is down to zero, so is your damage, even when you’re full on mana, so plain caffeine just won’t do it. The Health Potion keeps the energy booster (the equivalent of two Red Bulls) and adds a couple of things to make you healthy, like Elderberry, Ginseng, Biotin and Folic Acid, but doesn’t come with any bad sugar.
(Yes, we all know gamers survive on pizza and chips, you’re not fooling anyone.)
The tiny potions come in six-packs, so you’re set for next week’s Naxxramas raids.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $19.99 on ThinkGeek.com.
If you are afraid your bottle of wine will break on the way to the picnic, I say you shouldn’t be taking it with you in the first place.
But if you insist… the Klean Kanteen Wine Carafe is what you need. This stainless steel container can hold a regular 750 ml bottle without leaking and it promises not to alter the taste of wine.
Pour it in and you’re all set, you can even go hiking with it in the backpack if you want (though why anyone would do that is beyond me).
The one thing I do appreciate about the idea is the lid: no more need to carry around a corkscrew and an extra cap.
How much under $29.99?
A little: $23 on Amazon.com.
Via bookofjoe
I wouldn’t generally say that a mug of hot cocoa is worth $8, but this one… it has that extra touch.
And while it’s marketed for Valentine’s Day, that doesn’t mean you have to join the crowd and turn your home into a heart-themed castle on February 14th; an extra touch can make any day special, so let’s hope the “You Warm my Heart” Hot Cocoa Mix doesn’t go out of stock next month.
It’s just plain old cocoa, but it’s all in the details: it comes with two heart-shaped marshmallows, and who could help but smiling when breakfast in bed is accompanied by something like this?
Alternately, take it as a free suggestion: go out and look for a bag of marshmallows like these and use your regular hot chocolate. The result will be the same, with just a bit more hassle for you.
How much under $29.99?
A lot: $8 on FredFlare.com.
Via Outblush
