Posts tagged: novelty
Love Hurts:: Travis Cain's BFF Series.
By Chrisjob
A balloon and a thumbtack? An ax and a tree stump?
In Travis Cain's BFF series, now available at Kid Robot, opposites attract.
Freaky Food Fun: Spaghetti-Laced Hot Dogs.
By Chrisjob
Yeah, so, the details are in Russian, but it's one of those projects where the photo conveys the step-by-stepness: gather some hot dogs (or my fave alternatives, the Tofurky Chipotle Franks by Turtle Island or SoyBoy NotDogs), insert some uncooked pasta, and then boil until al dente.
Of course, it's not something you'd probably actually eat, unless with a mind blowing sauce (but even then...really?), but tasty consumption's not really the poin » READ MORE
The Moustache Glass.
By Chrisjob
When I was a kid, I refused to drink fruit punch from a glass, because I was always afraid it'd give me that lipstain red moustache that youngsters get from slurping.
Now, there's no need, cause as long as you keep this glass to your face, no one will ever be the wiser.
Vintage Tattoo Bandage Set.
By ChrisjobThe only thing tougher than have a fresh cut on your flesh is covering that cut with a tattoo. Help your wound to heal, while convincing anyone you come across you could totally give them one. Get the goods from Fred Flare, for about $8.
How To Open a Locked Door With A Credit Card.
By Chrisjob
Of course, you'd only use this knowledge for good...like when you're smart enough to remember how to open a door with a credit card, but not smart enough to have remembered your keys in the first place. And be warned, it takes alot of work, and will ruin your card, so use an old gift card or store rewards program, which can always be replaced.
1. Slip the card into the vertical space between the door as deeply as you can, as perpendicularly » READ MORE
How to Make a Button Necklace
By threadbangerThese little buttons always seem to collect from events, gifts, political races, concerts, and such. Do you ever do anything with them besides let them sit around the house? Put them to use! Here, Threabanger forum member Mama Sass shows us how to take the buttons and turn them into a far-out necklace. Thanks so much to Mama Sass for teaching us how to do this, and to Making Stuff: An Alternative Craft Book. For more information, check out » READ MORE
Make Your Own Temporary Tattoos.
By Chrisjob
Here's a secret: Tattoos are permanent, and they hurt! The idea of the temporary tattoo - for costumes, children, or just to pretend your alot more hardcore than you are- is mighty fine, but stock designs are generally tacky and unbelievable. Makezine highlights temp-tat inkjet paper, which is "come in twos: one printable A4 sheet and one adhesive film. The process is quick and easy as well as painless (even if you have sensitive skin, » READ MORE
How to Make a Watergun Alarm Clock: Video Tutorial.
By Chrisjob
Need a little "inspiration" to wake up in the morning? Why not solder a squirt gun to your alarm clock and spritz up your morning rituals.
Sneeze into the Nose Pouch.
By Chrisjob"The Nosepouch is the newest functional innovation in a handkerchief since the Dark Ages."
So, it's a handkerchief with a pouch in it. Be sure to sneeze into the pouch, or then it's just a regular handkercheif. And when the pouch becomes soiled or full? Put your nose back in it before the next blow?
At least it's only $2.00.
Do NOT Lick These
By DIY Maven
From my new favorite website, The Spoon Sisters, comes Soap-sicles ($8.95 to $5.95). Sold in sets of raspberry, pear and cucumber and the quintessential chocolate and vanilla, the 3 ounce natural glycerin soaps come shrink wrapped and tied with a bow. Now, if they only made a soap holder in the shape of a cuffed hand in which you could shove the stick when the Soap-sicle isn’t in use.....
