Its a marvelous time of year, a time to creatively go shopping for others, a time to find very mind blowing things and impress someone...and along the way find those things that are either very impressive and highly overpriced, or just plain cookey.
Enough talk, lets get to the products!
1. The play and freeze ice cream maker...
Insert rock salt, ice, ice cream mix.and roll! Literally, its great for camping and places that are non-freezers, alas on the go or what not..I could totally see winding down an overly wild child making them tumble this forever and ever, and then eating the ice cream..err, I mean letting them having it when its all done! the really funny thing that struck me, is that it looks like one of those hamster rollers, you know those ones you put them in and they roll around on the floor in? I saw in an example picture that they have a dog rolling it around on the floor.....seeing as that my dogs are pretty good about opening latches and things, im certain by the time the tumbler came back to me, that ice cream would surely be eaten...so maybe I should make a meat flavored ice cream and let my dog tumble it around until he figures out how to eject it from its container. Your tumbler comes in various bright and vibrant colors, including: bright green, clear, purple, blue, red, pink, purple, orange, and sage green.
found on: amazon.com
seller: UCO or outdoor bunker
approximate retail value: $17.64 - $49.95 for a pint or a 1 quart size.
listed at: http://www.amazon.com/Play-Freeze-Cream-Maker-Ball/dp/B000S5XYI2/ref=amb_link_6051012_2?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-8&pf_rd_r=1PQ4SK1HY3Q09DPYBNYX&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1331360882&pf_rd_i=507846
2. The Help I have problems kit
Anyone have one of those geriatric friends that pop a pill everytime they see a contusion on their skin? or sneeze twice? well, I think you have found your perfect gift. Granted, there are a lot of helpful remedies in this I am sure, and it sure is cutely organized in an almost filing way. Its a pack to help ailments, it has *copy/paste list*
Contains 16 500mg acetaminophen tablets, 16 200mg uncoated, unsweetened and uncolored ibuprofen tablets, eight 10mg uncoated loratadine tablets, 6 large white bandages, 6 small white bandages, 4 large hydrocolloid bandages, 4 small hydrocolloid bandages, 16 25mg uncolored and uncoated diphenhydramineHCI caplets.
Divided among sections of: sleep, allergies, cut, blister, aching body, and headache.... I would almost buy it for a comical purpose, or because the container is so dang cute. It appears very small in size.
found on: fab.com
seller: Help remedies
price: 19.99 but retail value listed as 30.00
listed at: http://fab.com/sale/1379/product/28527/
3.MySack Golf ball storage sack (regular, and Senior edition)
For all golf lovers everywhere, you need something too hold your balls...why not go anatomically correct? They even offer a senior edition where one is noticeably sagging and the other is not...I think they should offer an edition for men with only one ball, I mean, isnt this serious discrimination? Anyways, so its a cute novelty item, and very funny for those with a dirtier sense of humor.
found on: Amazon.com
seller: MySack and MYsack
price: 16.15 for regular kind, or 17.99 senior edition (sorry oldies, gotta pay more)
listed at:
regular: http://www.amazon.com/MySack-Golf-Ball-Storage-Sack/dp/B002CC1ARQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1323740643&sr=1-2
senior edition: http://www.amazon.com/MySack-Golf-Ball-Senior-Novelty/dp/B00571KTPI/ref=acc_glance_sg_ai_ps_t_3
4.Potty Putter Putting Mat Golf Game
Think about it: spending lengthy times in the bathroom, being able to lean forward, and put golfballs into a hole while on the toilet. sure beats reading, takes up more space but much more entertaining. Personally, the bathroom is kind of for business only, but, stereotypically as a female I guess that is pretty natural. One things for sure, id put on disposable gloves before handling your putters. Includes the putter green, 2 golf balls (in case you get excited, and hit it harder and slice it into the toilet behind you, you have a backup) and you also recieve a putter and a flag stick.
found on: Amazon.com
Seller: Maju LLC (but packaged, stored, and wrapped by Amazon)
price: $22.24
listed at: http://www.amazon.com/Potty-Putter-Putting-Golf-Game/dp/B003FCF028/ref=sr_1_cc_2?s=music&ie=UTF8&qid=1323744008&sr=1-2-catcorr
5. Pick your "nose" paper cups (12 oz cups, quantity 24, brand title Fred)
For some reason ,these realistic nose pictures at the bottoms of these cups really appealed to me. Sure they cost an arm in a leg, but nothing says funny item like seeing a realistic nose on the outside of the cup where your nose will be. Is it worthwhile? probably not, but it sure would be entertaining :). Some of the "noses" have mustaches, and some dont, and they look really funny on people from a side angle. I personally have a love, an obsession with anything mustaches, but even the noses without the facial hair are hilarious, and it would be quite entertaining at a party for example. Why get red solo cups when you can have a silly little activity to entertain all the drunks?
found on: Amazon.com
Seller: Fred
price: $12.00
listed at: http://www.amazon.com/Fred-12-Ounce-Pick-Your-Paper/dp/B000V6OKA4/ref=sr_1_40?ie=UTF8&qid=1323735924&sr=8-40
6. R2 Fish school: Complete fish training kit
Ever want to train your goldfish? This cute little kit has a tank size miniatures of a soccer field, agility poles (like the kind my dog owns), likewise with tunnels (speaking of which, my dog is too lazy and cute and unfocused to use them, but thats another story), it has a mini soccer ball, all made of plastic and little hoops to go through as well. In the youtube video, it shows the little orange feeder fish doing things perfectly, how they capture this, I have no idea..but it must be one heck of a fish whisperer :P Anyways, cute novelty, if nothing else, it makes a very charming decor for your fish tank, tho like most things will probably turn green relatively easily!
found on: Amazon.com
seller: R2 solutions
price:$25.22
listed at: http://www.amazon.com/R2-Fish-School-Complete-Training/dp/B00168A6DQ%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJFDWI7DARHXWAJGA%26tag%3Dgiftscom07-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB00168A6DQ
7.Stay puft caffeine marshmallows
Combining one of the greatest movies of the 80's with one of the most favorite snacks in the world? I could think of 1000 people id want to get this for, for the love of 80's movies AND good foody. I am impressed. Caffeinated too, America runs on caffeine, everyone knows we love our Colombian beans of joyous goodness! Anyways, how much of a boost can these marshmallows possibly provide? I guess there is no saying without trying them, a bit expensive, fifteen dollars for 6.25 ounces, but hopefully well worth its cost.
found on: Amazon.com (through gifts dot com)
seller: Stay Puft
listed at: http://www.amazon.com/Stay-Puft-Marshmallows-6-25-Ounce/dp/B0042KWG6K%3FSubscriptionId%3DAKIAJFDWI7DARHXWAJGA%26tag%3Dgiftscom07-20%26linkCode%3Dxm2%26camp%3D2025%26creative%3D165953%26creativeASIN%3DB0042KWG6K
price: $14.99
8.Crazy Cat Lady action figure
Do you have that person in your life that has a strange affinity for having too many cats around? Maybe shes single? Lonely? Then you of course, want to portray that message? Well, I give you something that is as super as superman himself, the Crazy Cat Lady action figure! Complete with 6 cat figures, is this little lady who would make a lovely shelf sitter for a person who takes their cat obsession lighthearted. If they do not, this is not a recommended product for them to be receiving as a gift.
Found at: http://www.mcphee.com
seller: Archie McPhees (an online store and also there is a location in Seattle)
price: $10.95
listed at: http://www.mcphee.com/shop/products/Crazy-Cat-Lady-Action-Figure.html
9.Canned Unicorn meat
I should first post a disclaimer, that you in fact will not be eating a real unicorn if you find this packaged. There is a toy inside, this is a hilarious gag gift, kind of useless (I mean, at least the bacon candle has some kind of aromatic purpose) but this is simply a dismembered plush unicorn that is in a container decorated and labeled UNICORN MEAT. The can is sort of like a can of spam, only instead of fake meat, this has no meat at all.
Found at: http://www.thinkgeek.com
seller: Think Geek
price: $12.99
listed at: http://www.thinkgeek.com/caffeine/wacky-edibles/e5a7/?srp=1
10. Zombie survival guide: complete protection
This is a real book, I suppose it would help you in our next Zombie apocalypse, someone should purchase a copy for Woody Harrelson in addition to a ton of twinkies. Anyways, Zombies pirates ninjas, are all trends in the past several years. There are “Zombie walks” in Portland and Seattle, as well as other places as well I am sure. Now, the subject of how handy this book is is clearly as subjective on surviving an Alien invasion, however, keep this in your back pocket in case of an encounter with one of those brain eating specimens :)
Found at: http://www.amazon.com
seller: Max Brooks (the author)
price: $7.95
listed at: http://www.amazon.com/Zombie-Survival-Guide-Complete-Protection/dp/1400049628/ref=cm_lmf_tit_7
11. Bacon: Original Man Candle
Bacon is the craze right now, its shown up everywhere in flavored gum, mints, the campaign “Everythings better with bacon” and various scented and tastefully variations of bacon. This is no different, a bacon scented candle. It comes in a bacon decorated tin, and is a great addition to a white elephant gift party, or just for that bacon lover in your life. Why is it generalized to men? This I do not know, but I do know, that it probably smells like bacon. I would not like this myself, the idea of grease cooking while I type this with my sour stomach ache, sickens me to think of it. However, it is a great idea to match the American Bacon craze thats hit as hard as furby's in the later 90's. Why has someone not invented a canned furby meat yet I wonder? hmm, all in time I guess.
Found at: http://www.perpetualkid.com
seller: Perpetual kid
price: $11.99
listed at: http://www.perpetualkid.com/bacon-original-man-candle.aspx
12. Cupcake beanie hat
I in mind, personally know of a little girl that would probably love this. It has style, it has flair, but its a bit young for just anyone IMO. Then again, if you feel as if wearing a giant replica of a sugary diabetes inducing snack is on your list of things you want to put on your head, then by all means, I will not personally be judging you. It comes in a chocolate, vanilla or strawberry topped cupcake, with sprinkles and a cherry on top, but I am warning you, get busted chewing on that thing, and those nice men in white coats are going to come put you in a van and provide you with a brand new jacket. Anyways, its all knitted, hand made gifts are always each unique and help promote “individuality”. Knowing you supported someone who stitched it all themselves by hand, to me puts a certain value on a product that cannot be placed on something mass produced in a factory. Then again, that comes from the mouth of a big time art enthusiast.
Found at: http://www.perpetualkid.com
seller: perpetual art
price: $27.99
listed at: http://www.perpetualkid.com/cupcake-hat-beanie-neff.aspx
13. The Pirate Primer: Mastering the Language of Swashbucklers and Rogues
Argh! Wanna be a pirate do you? Not the modern Eastern real ship stealing and people killing pirates, but the blackbeard peg leg stories o de old fiction swashbucklers! Now, walk de plank or pillage this book from your local barnes and nooooooooble, and buy some starrgghbucks and sit down and enjoy it, me hardys. Pirate history is very facinating, and we all have had fun with the language at some point or another, buy this for your pirate lover in your life.
Found at: http://www.amazon.com
seller: George Choundas
price: $10.87
listed at: http://www.amazon.com/Pirate-Primer-Mastering-Language-Swashbucklers/dp/1599631962/ref=cm_lmf_tit_27
14. Schwetty golf balls
Are you a fan of Alec Baldwin's skit on SNL where he speaks of his schwetty balls? Well, we have just the product for you. A set of golfballs that have an A and a B on it, and a little design. Great for your SNL buff, or golfer buddy. Get yourself a set of warm schwetty balls today. While your at it, try the new controversial Ben and Jerry's “schwetty balls” where like Alec Baldwin said himself on SNL, if you do not like that flavor, to try their other flavor which is called “Go Fudge yourself !!!” On the balls, you have an A and a B with a little hand drawing signature sack look :), they are cleverly well done!
Found at: http://www.perpetualkid.com
seller: Perpetual kid
price: $5.99 (I believe its a package of two, but am not sure)
listed at: http://www.perpetualkid.com/schwetty-balls.aspx
15. BLOG AUTHORS PICK 1: Remote control swimming blue shark
I was fortunate enough to see this product tested in person twice this year. Once at Steamcon (which was a Steampunk convention in October of 2011 in Bellevue, WA) and once at the Holiday food and gift festival. This is essentially a giant Mylar balloon with a remote control. It may sound lame, but it was a big large shark, and could swing its tail back and forth. I actually personally really enjoyed it, it went well with the convention (considering it was a Nautical theme) and it would be a fun kids toy or piece for someone who has a facination with the ocean or its creatures.
Found at: sighted at Steamcon and the Oregon Food and gift festival, you can purchase it on http://www.stupid.com
seller: Stupid dot com
price: $37.95 (on sale, usually 42 or higher)
Listed at: http://www.stupid.com/Remote-Control-Air-Swimming-Shark_p_2805.html
16. BLOG AUTHORS PICK 2: Beard Beanie knit cap
As a mustache enthusiast (come on, we all know thats the biggest draw of steampunk!) I happen to think this is AWESOME imo. It is essentially a big felt or knitted (in some cases) beard/mustache combination. Funny for guys, funny for Women (tho they could make a pink hat to compliment a fem value in it) and perfect for us facial hair enthusiasts. Would keep your head/face warm, which is another huge plus in the harsh winter months surrounding Christmas. If you do not like facial hair tho, you will have no interest in this product, for you can purchase a capuche if facial hair does not tickle your innards.
Found at: http://www.stupid.com
seller: stupid dot com
price: $24.95 (usually about 28 something)
listed at: http://www.stupid.com/Beard-Beanie-Knit-Cap_p_2595.html
Saturday, November 19, 2011
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