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Manly Motif Wall Decals - Mustache Wall Murals from PIXERS Add Masculinity to Your Interior

Manly Motif Wall Decals Mustache Wall Murals from PIXERS Add Masculinity to Your Interior

Mustaches have seen a huge revival that influences not only male fashion, but also the world of interior design. It appears on hipsters’ faces and on their accessories from prints, cushions and... [More]

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Customized Pop Culture Caskets - These Custom Coffins are Made by Skilled Craftsman in Ghana

Customized Pop Culture Caskets These Custom Coffins are Made by Skilled Craftsman in Ghana

These specially crafted custom coffins are made by skilled craftsman in Ghana. The craftsmen will literally design a casket in any way you like; they have done everything from shoes, beer bottles,... [More]

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Iconic Cube Coffee Mugs - These Cups are Perfect for the Geeky Caffeine Craver

Iconic Cube Coffee Mugs These Cups are Perfect for the Geeky Caffeine Craver

These Rubik’s cube coffee mugs are the perfect office accessory for the geeky coffee drinker. The iconic Rubik’s cube is an iconic part of pop culture and at one point has been the world’s best-... [More]

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Vibrant Treat-Inspired Photography - The Milkshake Photography Series is Vibrant and Futuristic

Vibrant Treat-Inspired Photography The Milkshake Photography Series is Vibrant and Futuristic

The colorful ‘Milkshake’ photography series by Paulina Wierzgacz blends futuristic elements with retro style. This seductive treat-themed series is extremely feminine and includes some phallic... [More]

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Exotic Parrot Spice Holders - This Bird Puts a Smile on Your Face and Adds Flair to the Kitchen

Exotic Parrot Spice Holders This Bird Puts a Smile on Your Face and Adds Flair to the Kitchen

These tropical parrot spice holders are the perfect accent to brighten up your kitchen. The adorable parrot spice holders are ideal for salt and pepper shakers or other spices; the parrot will bring... [More]

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Whimsical Eco-Home Concepts - This Home-Scape Building System by Michael Jantzen is Eco-Friendly

Whimsical Eco-Home Concepts This Home-Scape Building System by Michael Jantzen is Eco-Friendly

This whimsical building does not exist, but how cool would it be if it did? Home-scaping is a study of design for modular buildings, which is how designer Michael Jantzen prefabricated this building... [More]

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3D-Art Display Boxes - ModelBox 3D Brings Print-Out Designs to Life

3D-Art Display Boxes ModelBox 3D Brings Print-Out Designs to Life

Watch a piece of flat paper come to life with the ModelBox 3D. With just four simple steps that take 20 minutes in total, the ModelBox procedure is by far the fastest 3D visualization and... [More]

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Chic Phone-Sized Clutches - These Fashionable iPhone 5 Accessories Have Extra Storage Space

Chic Phone-Sized Clutches These Fashionable iPhone 5 Accessories Have Extra Storage Space

These stylish clutch style purses were designed to be the ultimate in girly iPhone 5 accessories. These cute bags from Luxirare were measured to fit an iPhone 5 perfectly, while still leaving room... [More]

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DIY Frosted Supply Jars The 'Glacier Jar' Will Add a Unique Personal Touch to Your Work Station

While working 9 to 5 at the office can be a tedious and stressful experience, adding unique and personal touches to your work desk can brighten up your spirits, and this DIY Glacier Jar is the... [More]

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Clever Campfire Treat Baskets - The

Clever Campfire Treat Baskets The 'S’More to Love S’More Maker' Grills on the Stove wi

One of the best parts about camping outdoors is being able to heat up those scrumptious s’mores over the fire, but if you’re looking for a more practical way to cook these delicious... [More]

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Eerie Hand-Shaped Knobs - The

Eerie Hand-Shaped Knobs The 'Hand-Le Aluminum Door Handle' Makes Opening a Door an Exciting Task

While most people don’t even think twice about opening a doorknob when entering another room, these creative hand-shaped knobs are here to make the process of opening a door much more exciting.... [More]

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Circular Wall-Mounted Storage - The Cuppo Wall Pocket Allows You to Hang Clothing and Store Trinkets

Circular Wall-Mounted Storage The Cuppo Wall Pocket Allows You to Hang Clothing and Store Trinkets

Storage devices and clothes hangers have been amazingly revamped and modernized over the years, and for anyone looking to have something quirky and practical at home, then the Cuppo Wall Pocket will... [More]

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Sound-Signalling Vacation Safes -

Sound-Signalling Vacation Safes 'The Alarm Sounding Beach Safe' Will Help to Thwart Thieves

Heading down to the beach to have some fun in the sun is one of the best parts of the summer, but finding a suitable place to store all your expensive belongings can be difficult, but ‘The... [More]

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Oversized Date-Keeping Decals - Never Forget Another Important Date with the Chalk Talk Calendar

Oversized Date-Keeping Decals Never Forget Another Important Date with the Chalk Talk Calendar

Datebooks, smartphones and traditional calendars are all meant to keep us on track with our daily routines, but sometimes we just need a more ‘in your face’ approach, which us where the... [More]

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Cookie-Grabbing Utensils - The

Cookie-Grabbing Utensils The 'Oreo Dunking Spoon' is Cleverly Curved to Prevent Messes and Spills

Oreo cookie fanatics who simply love dipping these scrumptious snacks into a cold glass of milk will be fascinated by this humorous Oreo Dunking Spoon, which prevents any spills or dropped cookies... [More]

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DIY Floral Necklaces - This Activity Uses Real Flowers to Make a Beautifully Unique Accessory Piece

DIY Floral Necklaces This Activity Uses Real Flowers to Make a Beautifully Unique Accessory Piece

Infusing real flowers into your accessories and jewelry pieces is a creative way to reference the beauty of summer and the outdoors, and these DIY floral necklaces showcases how easy it can be to... [More]

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Cord-Hiding Computer Stands - The OneEighty Mac Mini Stand Discretely Hides Wires Underneath

Cord-Hiding Computer Stands The OneEighty Mac Mini Stand Discretely Hides Wires Underneath

Computers bring a plethora of messy wires with them, which is where the OneEighty Mac Mini Stand can come in handy to help not only organize the cables, but hide them discretely underneath the device.... [More]

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Hyperreal Spouse Sculptures - Couple Under an Umbrella by Ron Mueck is Astoundingly Life-Like

Hyperreal Spouse Sculptures Couple Under an Umbrella by Ron Mueck is Astoundingly Life-Like

The Couple Under an Umbrella sculpture is an incredibly feat of scale and detail. If not for their large size, people might have mistaken them for real human beings. From the creases in the skin to... [More]

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Directional Underfoot Adornments - The Spot The North Floor Decal Turns Your Floor into a Compass

Directional Underfoot Adornments The Spot The North Floor Decal Turns Your Floor into a Compass

Decals are a fantastic way to spruce up a rental suite without causing damage to the walls and the Spot The North Floor Decal is an innovative way to help add character underfoot. Traditionally,... [More]

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Multifunctional Switch Plates - The Walhub by Upwell is Minimalist and Practical

Multifunctional Switch Plates The Walhub by Upwell is Minimalist and Practical

The Walhub by Upwell, a design studio based in San Francisco, California, and led by Justin Porcano, is a clean solution to entrance way storage needs in the home. Although hooks, tables and dishes... [More]

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Illusionary Hipster Portraits - The Demons Exhibition by Jacek Kołodziejski Plays With Percepti

Illusionary Hipster Portraits The Demons Exhibition by Jacek Kołodziejski Plays With Percepti

Visionary photographer Jacek Kołodziejski is the creative mind behind this striking set of posters. Working in collaboration with Dominik Cymer, Kołodziejski captures illusionary imagery for the &#... [More]

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Suspended Tree Libraries - The Livre Exchange by House Works Promotes Free Access to Reading

Suspended Tree Libraries The Livre Exchange by House Works Promotes Free Access to Reading

The Livre Exchange is a rather unorthodox library. That is because it can also be considered as part art installation. It is comprised of a number of suspended containers shaped like the... [More]

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Alligator Jawbone Knives - The Fangblade by Stephan Alexandr Brings a Rugged Touch to Offices

Alligator Jawbone Knives The Fangblade by Stephan Alexandr Brings a Rugged Touch to Offices

People will be able to channel their inner Crocodile Dundee with the Fangblade by Stephan Alexandr, an artist and designer based in Portland, Oregon. Although it might be a smaller knife than the... [More]

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Miniature Outdoor Ovens - The

Miniature Outdoor Ovens The 'Camp Chef Outdoor Camp Oven' is Perfect for Baking in the Wilderness

Cooking outdoors over a fire can be a lot of fun when you’re on a camping trip, but if you’re tired of always being limited on what you’re able to cook, then this ‘Camp Chef... [More]

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DIY Delectable Fruit Decor - This Activity Lets You Make Vibrant Decorations from Tissue Paper

DIY Delectable Fruit Decor This Activity Lets You Make Vibrant Decorations from Tissue Paper

Anyone looking to add some fun and pops of color to their eating areas will definitely want to check out this DIY delectable fruit decor activity, which outlines how to make scrumptious-looking... [More]

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15 RoboCop-Inspired Designs - From Pop Culture Burnout Ads to Cyborg Cop Coolers

15 RoboCop-Inspired Designs From Pop Culture Burnout Ads to Cyborg Cop Coolers

Anyone who is a fan of the 1987 Sci-Fi classic RoboCop will instantly recognize these cyborg-themed creations, and if you just can’t get enough of that robotic cop character, then these RoboCop-... [More]

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Contemporary Chalkboard Cabinets - Jackanory by Timothy Ben Furniture is a Writable Wardrobe

Contemporary Chalkboard Cabinets Jackanory by Timothy Ben Furniture is a Writable Wardrobe

Perfect for both children and adults, the Jackanory by Timothy Ben Furniture, a design studio based in Britain and founded by Tim Forrester, is a contemporary cabinet that boasts a fun detail: a... [More]

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Skinny Light Fixtures - The Cloudline Lamp by Terrence Seah is Modern and Minimalist

Skinny Light Fixtures The Cloudline Lamp by Terrence Seah is Modern and Minimalist

The Cloudline Lamp is certainly not the average wall mounted light fixture. In fact, at first glance a person might not even believe that it does emit a glow in any way. Instead, it could be... [More]

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11 Eccentric Jewelry Boxes - From Gothic Jewelry Boxes to Delectable Keepsake Purses

11 Eccentric Jewelry Boxes From Gothic Jewelry Boxes to Delectable Keepsake Purses

Those who love collecting different accessory pieces know that having something practical to store them in is key, and these eccentric jewelry boxes are perfect for those who enjoy having pieces of... [More]

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25 Fun DIY Shoe Accents - From Handmade Sci-Fi Heels to Heart-Shaped Shoe Clips

25 Fun DIY Shoe Accents From Handmade Sci-Fi Heels to Heart-Shaped Shoe Clips

Fashionistas looking to revamp their out-of-date shoe collection in a creative and cost effective way are in luck, because these fun DIY shoe accents showcases how you can transform an old pair of... [More]

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Crafty Meal Sculptures - Paper Food by Daniel Carlsten Depicts Different Australian Dishes

Crafty Meal Sculptures Paper Food by Daniel Carlsten Depicts Different Australian Dishes

Paper Food by Daniel Carlsten, an independent art director and designer based in Stockholm, Sweden, is a crafty series of fake but delicious-looking meals. Utilizing an art form that continues to go... [More]

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24 Eclectic Towel Designs - From Mythical Creature Cloths to Literary Beach Gear

24 Eclectic Towel Designs From Mythical Creature Cloths to Literary Beach Gear

If you’re tired of having the same old beach towel that everyone else always seems to have, then these eclectic towel designs will surely make you stand out with its quirky and offbeat features.... [More]

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Journal Smartphone Cases - The Dodo Notes for the iPhone 5 Makes Memo-Taking Simpler

Journal Smartphone Cases The Dodo Notes for the iPhone 5 Makes Memo-Taking Simpler

The Dodo Notes for the iPhone 5 might seem a little redundant to some, but judgements aside, it is a rather practical smartphone case to have on hand. Essentially, it protects the device by way of a... [More]

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Faux Cushioned Benches - Poppins by Alessandra Baldereschi is Inspired by Optical Illusions

Faux Cushioned Benches Poppins by Alessandra Baldereschi is Inspired by Optical Illusions

Poppins by Alessandra Baldereschi, a designer based in Milan, Italy, is a collection of benches that are made to give the impression of couches and sofas. Benches are more often than not comprised... [More]

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Celebrity Animal Hybrid Art - Stars are Combined with Fantasy Creatures in These Eerie Illustrations

Celebrity Animal Hybrid Art Stars are Combined with Fantasy Creatures in These Eerie Illustrations

Certain celebrities have often done or said things that have led to them being compared to animals, either real or imagined; now artist Jessie Bowie has taken this pop culture humor and transformed... [More]

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93 Rugged Father

93 Rugged Father's Day Gifts From Macho Necessity Sets to Recycled Rubber Garments

If your dad is the kind of guy who likes adventuring and the outdoors, he will love these rugged Father’s Day gifts. With so many ways to explore and enjoy the outdoors, there is always a tool... [More]

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Recycled Can Chandeliers - Dutch Designer Willem Heeffer Turned 334 Old Tins into Diner Decor

Recycled Can Chandeliers Dutch Designer Willem Heeffer Turned 334 Old Tins into Diner Decor

Using simple items like a recycled can, you can create some incredibly appealing decor. Dutch designer Willem Heeffer has used the recycled can concept at a diner to create many attractive and eco-... [More]

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50 Gifts for Golfer Dads - From Golf-Improving Gadgets to Pimped Out Golfing Pods

50 Gifts for Golfer Dads From Golf-Improving Gadgets to Pimped Out Golfing Pods

Gifts for golfer dads are limitless, so if your father is an avid golfer, Father’s Day shopping will be a breeze. But if you’re still looking, this list will give you ideas a bit more creative... [More]

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Melancholy Moment Portraits - Joanne Nam is an Artist with a Penchant for Quiet, Pensive Moments

Melancholy Moment Portraits Joanne Nam is an Artist with a Penchant for Quiet, Pensive Moments

Korean born, California-based illustrator Joanne Nam is an artist with a penchant for capturing life’s quiet, reflective and sad moments in her artwork. Looking through Joanne Nam’s... [More]

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Eco Artisan Playing Cards - These White Artisan Playing Cards Add Class to Any Poker Game

Eco Artisan Playing Cards These White Artisan Playing Cards Add Class to Any Poker Game

These eye-catching artisan playing cards are done in a gold and white design. This surprisingly classy deck of cards was created by an amazing South African artist named Simon Frouws, who has a... [More]

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DIY Glistening Rope Lamps - Light Glistens Between the Lines of These Rope Lamps by Hobby Design

DIY Glistening Rope Lamps Light Glistens Between the Lines of These Rope Lamps by Hobby Design

These handmade glistening rope lamps by Korean blogger Hobby Design were inspire by the subtlety and ambiance of a sunrise. The step-by-step pictorial instructions on the blog are easy to follow.... [More]

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Sweet Skyline Sculptures - Chris Naylor

Sweet Skyline Sculptures Chris Naylor's London Skyline Sculpture is Made of 2,186 Sugar Cubes

Using 2,186 sugar cubes, Chris Naylor created a sculpture of London’s skyline. The sweet creation was made in celebration of the Museum of London Dockland’s 10th anniversary. Landmarks... [More]

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Reimagined Fantasy Corporations - Shutterstock Transforms Game of Thrones Houses into Firms

Reimagined Fantasy Corporations Shutterstock Transforms Game of Thrones Houses into Firms

Modernizing George R.R. Martin’s Game of Thrones houses, Shutterstock’s ‘Game of Brands’ re-imagines families as corporations. The houses battling it out for the iron throne in... [More]

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Recycled Rave Light Displays - The

Recycled Rave Light Displays The 'Ballroom Luminoso' Installation Shows Vibrant Eco-Friendly Lamps

The ‘Ballroom Luminoso’ installation, situated in a San Antonio, Texas overpass, is a beautiful display of six eco-friendly lamps made up of recycled bike parts. Each globular... [More]

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Modernized Presidential Portraits - Acrylicize

Modernized Presidential Portraits Acrylicize's Portrait of President Van Buren is Tongue-in-Cheek

Did you know that the US President Martin Van Buren coined the saying ‘O.K?’ Design firm ‘Acrylicize’ decided to commemorate this proud historical moment for UK’s The... [More]

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Custom Steampunk Motorcycles - This Customized Motorcycle is Completely One of a Kind

Custom Steampunk Motorcycles This Customized Motorcycle is Completely One of a Kind

Bikers and auto-experts alike will enjoy checking out this sleek customized motorcycle. This stunning steel creation is called the El Solitario Trimotoro Motorcycle. The design team at El Solitario... [More]

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Power Usage Mood Bears - The

Power Usage Mood Bears The 'Bobo' Polar Bear Energy Display Teaches Kids to Save Electricity

Teaching kids eco-friendly values can be difficult but the ‘Bobo’ polar bear energy display aims to help. The cute plastic polar bear teaches kids to conserve energy by changing colors... [More]

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Fast Food Chair Designs - The Lazy Oaf

Fast Food Chair Designs The Lazy Oaf's Pizza Bean Bag Chair Will Make You Both Comfy and Hungry

With these new pieces of fast food furniture from The Lazy Oaf, it has become possible to eat your favorite greasy food in comfort. The Pizza Bean Bag is a giant fabric pizza slice stuffed with... [More]

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