What happens to billboards when they die?
Some go to billboard heaven… but a few are reborn. You too could help one in its new life by getting a Recycled Vinyl Billboard Wallet. It’s got at least something going for it: if those ads withstood the elements, then you bet the wallet will be sturdy too. Plus the pixelated images give it a chic look…
But of course, functionality is the most important: when closed it’s only 4″ x 4″, but when fully open it reveals a large bill holder and no less than 7 slots credit card slots. More than enough for anyone, I’d say.
How much under $29.99?
Exactly $29.95 on CanvasToClay.com.
Are you on the lookout for something silly, useless, cute and 5 times more expensive than it should be? The Pilo-Pilo Ring is here.
It started off with the fact that bored/tired people rest their heads on their fists or hands while they’re busy staring into the void. For some reason, the creators of the Pilo-Pilo figured that this is uncomfortable and that we’d like a ring with a tiny pillow for our cheeks.
Unfortunately, no we don’t. The idea is definitely original and interesting, but that doesn’t make it worth $25 (or even $5 for that matter).
How much under $29.99?
A little: $25 on PiloPilo.com.
Via Geekologie
The first reaction to something unusual like a Talking Calculator with Earbuds is a “what the hell?”, but once you think about it…
Me and you and most people have average and above-average eyesight, so for us the task of reading a calculator’s display is trivial. But if you’re impaired… well, a gadget like this would be worth its weigh in gold for a maths major, for example.
It has a lot of features to simplify the use: it’s got a large screen, it can read aloud all that’s displayed (directly into your ears, so as to avoid disturbing everyone around), it even functions as an alarm clock and calendar!
It doesn’t come cheap either, but it’s a worthy investment.
How much under $29.99?
Exactly $29.98 on FullofLife.com.
Via RedFerret
Next time you want to tell your keys apart easier don’t go for the boring multicolored covers. They’re functional, yes, but a pair of Robo Key Covers would look so much better!
Each pack comes with two retro covers and, although we know you’re dreaming of the day your fingerprints will open the door… for now old-fashioned keys are still the way it goes. Might as well make the most of it, because no one likes trying 3 seemingly identical keys until they get the right one.
How much under $29.99?
A lot: $4.99 on PerpetualKid.com.
Via BoingBoing
My boyfriend just pissed me off by not paying attention to me, so I turned my back and left to express my feelings. I know he forgot it after 5 seconds, but sometimes I just wish I could make it all clearer.
But hm, most men can pay attention to something that’s written down, right? Well, then the Things You Do That Piss Me Off Pad might be an option to consider…
There’s no less than 196 things to choose from, starting with innocent things like “Overpack” and “Tap your food” to no-nonense stuff like “Breathe”. If you want, you can even group them into different categories (“But it’s cute”, “Please stop” and “We’re through”) and specify the time frame (“Sometimes”, “Most of the time” and “All the time”).
It seems like a funny harmless thing… but it can be used to do evil. Can you imagine being dumped through a snarky pre-printed pad?
How much under $29.99?
A lot: $7.99 on Amazon.com.
Via A Girl Must Shop
Considering what a disturbing concept the Hug Me Pillow is, it’s surprising how many positive reviews it gets. The need for cuddling is human nature… but I’m pretty sure it involves another human being, not a piece of stuffed fabric.
Can something artificial replace a person, at least temporarily? For some people, yes. If you can’t sleep without your partner and they’re gone a lot, it’s at least worth a try.
I doubt it would work for me (it’s an arm without a body, for God’s sake), but it seems succesful so there’s some men and women out there who really love it, and you could be one of them.
How much under $29.99?
Exactly $29.99 on Overstock.com.
Via SlipperyBrick
Again, duct tape is interesting.
Self-Adhesive Magnetic Tape is a new concept with so many practical uses it should become a must-have item in any home. It does two things, and does them well: the magnetism makes it stick to metal, and the adhesive part sticks to… well, anything, without leaving any marks.
Can you see the implications? Put one strip on the wall, one on a piece of paper and get a notice board anywhere; once it becomes useless, remove the strips and the wall stays in one piece.
It might not seem like a big deal, but anyone could probably find a good use for a roll of this around the house.
How much under $29.99?
A little: £11.70 on ProIdee.co.uk.
Via BoingBoing
There’s people who simply hate flowers. The smell is irritating, there’s no point in cutting them off and letting them die, stuff like that.
If the person is a man, no problem. But if the person is a girl, that leaves admirers with fewer options to attract her attention. But if you’ve got your eyes on a certain type of girl… there’s a way.
If she’s into unusual stuff (the science-geeky type, or DYI, or arts and crafts) she will appreciate a small bouquet of Duct Tape Roses. No smell, no dead plants, but a sign that you care about her enough to bring her gifts and enough to know what she hates.
Don’t expect miracles, however. They’re not that impressive. Needless to say, never ever try it with a romantic girl. You might not like the reaction.
How much under $29.99?
Some: $15 on Amazon.com.
Via Coolest Gadgets
What’s more important: what you want or what you need? And where do you draw the line between the two? That’s the question the Need/Want Glass is asking us in art form.
Unlike regular glasses… this one comes with a hole right on the line between needing and wanting. If you cover it up with your finger, you can drink more than (what the artist says) you need, but should you do that?
A bit too metaphoric maybe, but if you’re in the mood it can give you food for thought. You know, children in Africa are dying and all that.
How much under $29.99?
A little: $24 on AlesinaDesign.com.
Via bookofjoe
When something is called “world’s grossest bandage”, how can you resist?
The Scabs Bandages are any little boy’s dream: 5 disgusting models (spiders, eyes, zipper, worm and stitches) to scare the girls with. Frightened kids will no longer cry when they get a scratch and tough kids will no longer refuse to get treated – a worm apparently crawling through your skin is a reason to embrace the bruises!
Each pack comes with 4 of each model, enough to last for a while. Unless the child in question is an accident magnet, at least.
How much under $29.99?
A lot: $3.95 on ScabsBandages.com.
Via BoingBoing
