If you thought that DIY was just about filling mason jars with candles or flowers, think again because these DIY tricked-out technologies are something to behold.
These tech tricks are great ways to find new usages for your existing technologies or to upcycle the old ones you no longer use. By making new ways to filter images on a camera, new lighting for your home space or outdoor patio or giving your non-technological items a techie upgrade, these DIY creations are a great way to reduce, reuse and recycle.
In terms of old technologies, you can create furniture or something that may have never occurred to you before in your wildest of imaginations. The ski-created lamp, for instance, is a particularly wacky way to deck out a new lamp for a potential ski chalet.
75 DIY Tricked-Out Technology Pieces
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DIY Glowing Containers
The 'From Panka with Love' Blog Shows How to Make Glow-in-the-Dark Jars
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DIY LED Party Balloons
Sharon Vaknin Shows How to Light up Any Occasion
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DIY Magnetic Sunglasses
The Brit & Co. Blog Shows How to Make Fashionable Eyewear
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DIY Larceny-Mimicking Keys
Bird's Custom Key is Fused with a Screwdriver to Mimic Grand Theft
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DIY Tablet Holders
Save Some Funds With This 'Mamie Janes' Craft Instead of Going to the Store
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DIY Glass Chandeliers
The Bubble Chandelier by Mint Love Social Club Offers Unique Lighting
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DIY Erasable Wall Decor
The How to Mix Chalkboard Paint Tutorial is Easy and Awesome
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Duct Tape iPad Covers
These DIY iPad Cases are Durable and Functional
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DIY Video Game Eggs
The Super Mario Bros. Easter Egg Tutorial is Fantastically Geeky
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Chalkboard Brew Bags
Delilah DIY Hamper Packaging Lets Retailers and Customers Get Creative
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DIY Aztec iPhone Cases
Denise Heredia Tell You How to Jazz Up Your iPhone
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DIY Tiltshift Camera Lens
This DIY Camera Lens Lets Users Take Soft Focus Shots in a Snap
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Romantic Floral DIY Lighting
These Rosebud Fairy Lights Are Charming and Easy to Make at Home
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Feminine Flower-Infused Lighting
This DIY Floral Lampshade Will Bring Some Cheer to Your Room
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DIY Paper Cup Lights
This Totally Love It Garland is Cost-Effective and Chic
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Upcycled Cheese Grater Lamps
These DIY Illuminators are Inspired from the Series 'That 70s Show'
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DIY Computer Casings
The Envelope Laptop Case is Simple and Sew-Free
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DIY Industrial Lighting
The Copper Geometric Pendant Lamp by Meg Kemner is Stylishly Easy
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DIY Mini Tablet Cases
John Chandler Converts the Legendary Notebook Into Moleskin iPad Mini Cases
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DIY Smartphone Chargers
Casey Neistat’s iPhone 5 Dock is Handmade
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DIY Sci-Fi Fridges
Spherical Magic's Decals Will Provide Your Very Own TARDIS Fridge
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Key-Guarding Figurines
The 'DIY LEGO Key Holder' is a Star Wars Lover's Dream
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Printable DIY Dwellings
The Wikihouse is Assembled Using Design Mockups Found Online
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Ultra-modern DIY Lamps
The Ds Kit 01 and 02 Take Under 10 Minutes to Assemble
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Frosted Phone Covers
Mr. Kate Shows How to Make Delicious-Looking Protectors
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DIY Electric Wedding Invitations
Add a Touch of Light to Any Invite With These Simple Instructions
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Mason Jar Speakers
The Audiojar by Sarah Pease is a Fun and Classy Do-It-Yourself Project
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DIY Polaroid Coasters
Darkroom and Dearly's Salvers Are Hands-on
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Social Media Obsession Pendants
This Instagram Necklace Shows Off Your Picture-Taking Prowess
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DIY Reversible Computer Covers
The Late Afternoon Presents the Floral and Striped Laptop Sleeve
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Accessory-Bearing Branches
The 'a pair and a spare' DIY Jewelry Tree Will Keep Chains Tangle-Free
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DIY Photo Transfer Totes
The ‘Say Yes to Hoboken’ Blank Canvas Tutorial is Budget-Cons
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Bear-Shaped Night Lights
This DIY Lamp is Made From an Adorable Honey Bear Bottle
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DIY Strung Carton Lighting
Add a Romantic Glow to the Room with DIY Egg Carton Decor
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DIY Fail Blogs
'Pintester' is a Site Dedicating to Testing Out Tutorials
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DIY Toy Vending Machines
The Roto-a-Matic Will Mold & Make a Toy In Less Than a Minute
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DIY Flower Party Lights
The 'Oh Happy Day' Blog Makes Decorative Cupcake Liner Lighting
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Envelope-Made Tablet Holders
Creme De La Craft Teaches You to Make a DIY iPad Case
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DIY Building Block Clocks
The Time Twister 2 is the Grandfather Clock for the 21st Century
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DIY Photo Flash Filaments
Manipulate Lighting with a Camera Add-On Using Optical Fibers
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DIY Electric Ninja Weapons
This 8 Million Volt Double Bladed Sword is Shockingly Terrifying
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Social Media Memory Books
The 'SocialPics Book' is a Hardcover Digital Photo Album
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Helicopter Celing Fans
This Clever Ceiling Fan Design Depicts a Daring Helicopter Rescue
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DIY Camera Battery Extenders
Make Your DSLR Last Five Times Longer with a Little Battery Hacking
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DIY Lace Lighting
These Metallic Lights are Easily Made Using a Doily
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DIY Blackboard Furniture
The Chalkboard Coffee Table by Jill of Most Trades is Fit for Children
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DIY Embroidered Phone Holders
Leese Design iPhone Cases Let You Needlepoint Whatever You Like
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DIY Gaming Smartphone Mods
Turn a Game Boy into an Android Controller with These DIY Instructions
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DIY LED Paper Spacecrafts
ThinkGeek's Paper USS Enterprise Can Be Built with LEDs and Music
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Mobile DIY GIFs
'MyFaceWhen' iPhone App Allows On-The-Go Hilarity
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DIY Time Travel Tree Hangings
The DIY Tardis Ornament Turns You Into a Time Lord
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Customizable Camera Covers
La Sardina and Flash DIY Edition Lets You Embrace Your Creatvity
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DIY Robot Cleaners
TheCorpora 'Q.bo' Can Keep Any House Tidy
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Animal Lampshade Kits
These DIY Paper Lanterns Feature Cool Illuminated Critters
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Eccentric Ski Equipment Lighting
The Willem Heeffer Ski Chandelier Up-cycles Old Gear
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Floral Wrapping Paper Lighting
The DIY Christmas Fairy Lights Recycle Your Scraps of Holiday Wrap
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Upcycled Coffee Pot Aquariums
This DIY Betta Fish Tank Stays at a Consistently Warm Temperature
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DIY Electrical Music Devices
Build Your Own Musical Tesla Coil with This New At-Home Project
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DIY Ghostly Jug Decorations
The 'Disney Family Fun' Spirit Lanterns are Great for Halloween
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DIY Sci-Fi Pinatas
Mostlymade’s Novelty Pinata is the Geeky Way to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo
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DIY Wooden Camera Tutorials
The Canon Balsa Wood 1D Step-by-Step Guide Makes Life-Like Mock Ups
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DIY Doodle Time-Tellers
The Paper Watch by SUCK UK Offers a Blank Canvas for Customization
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Homemade Plywood Gadgets
David Mellis' DIY Mobile Phone Defies Mass Production
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Repurposed Book Cameras
The Tonk ‘As Long as It Photographs’ Project Captures the Audi
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DIY Smartphone Photography
The Alex Wild Droplet iPhone Lens Makes It Easy to Take Pro Pictures
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Retro Computer Peripherals
The NES Controller Mouse Resembles a Classic Gamer Accessory
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DIY Candy-Dispensing Robots
These Quirky Robots make the Perfect DIY Valentine Gifts for Children
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Fruity Computer Peripherals
MaKey MaKey Lets You Turn Offbeat Objects into a Keyboard and Mouse
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DIY Smartphone Cuffs
This No-Sew Phone Armband Can Be Easily Made with Two Materials
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DIY Solar-Powered Ovens
This S'more Oven is Made from a Recycled Pizza Box
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Robot Assembling Kits
The Dr. Who DIY Cyberman Kit Lets you Build your Own Cyber Villain
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DIY Poison Detectors
The DIY Spectrometry Kit Lets You Analyze Questionable Substances Immediately
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DIY Umbrella Wreaths
This Tropical Drink Accessory Decor by Family Chic is Unorthodox
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Wooden Laser-Carved Records
These Laser-Cut Records by Amanda Ghassaei are Made From Wood
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DIY Clustered Pearl Bracelets
This Twinkle and Twine Tutorial will Have You Ready for the Holidays
DIY Love Origami
Create 3D Valentine Hearts for That Special Someone
Eccentric Floral Headbands
The Fumbilina Bespoke Floral Headbands are Fun and Whimsical
DIY Glass Chandeliers
The Bubble Chandelier by Mint Love Social Club Offers Unique Lighting
DIY Tie-Dyed Ornaments
The Brit + Co. Stained Glass Holiday Hack is an Inexpensive Personalization
DIY Jean Shirt Embellishments
The Distressed Chambray Tutorial Updates Basic Blouses
7-in-1 Wrist-Worn Gadgets
The LifeHub is a Smartphone, a Projector, a Watch, a Speaker and More
DIY Christmas Village Decorations
Personalize Your December 25th with this Cute DIY Holiday Decor
Eco-Friendly Christmas Displays
The 2012 Madrid Christmas Lights Design is Bright and Geometric
Malleable Wrist-Worn Mobiles
The Limbo Transformable Smartphone Switches from Handset to Timepiece
Enterprising Sci-Fi Man Caves
This Star Trek Room Boldly Goes Where No Apartment Has Gone Before
Hideous Sweater Sweets
These Ugly Christmas Sweater Cookies Add to One's Holiday Party
MacGyver Furniture Kits
Loose Joints by Joscha Weiand Brings DIY Projects to Another Level
DIY Tiltshift Camera Lens
This DIY Camera Lens Lets Users Take Soft Focus Shots in a Snap
Smashed Vase Keychains
Use Broken Pottery Pieces to Create DIY Keepsake Key Holders
Upcycled Vinyl Record Hubcaps
Coby Gewertz Turns Old Records into Classic Car Wheels
DIY Valentine Dessert Candles
These DIY Valentine’s Day Candles Are Adorable Romantic Gestur
Affection-Accessorized Sweaters
The Honestly WTF DIY Heart Elbow Patch Adds Quirk to Cardigans
DIY Chic Footwear Accessories
The DIY Boot Stuffers Fashionably Stop Your Shoes From Falling Over
Geeky Nuptial Bands
VaLaJewelry's Geek Wedding Rings Woo the Nerdiest Fingers in the Land
Edible Chocolate Cameras
Hans Chung Designed a Sweet Canon SLR Replica Out of Chocolate
Gamer Night Lights
The Minecraft Light Keeps Players Safe After Lights Out
Sci-Fi Nail Designs
These Sci-Fi Nails Showcase Characters from The Doctor Who Series
3D Cranial Phone Cases
The Hugo Arcier Skull iPhone Case is Eye-Catching and Eerie
Recycled Perforated Credentials
Jason Little Creates a Literal Acupuncture Business Card Design
Crustacean Smartphone Cases
The Lobster iPhone Case is Both a Phone Protector and a Prop
Customized Holiday Candy Packages
The Valentine Treat Boxes Are Perfect DIY Candy-Filled Gifts
Laidback Luxury Watches
The Xetum Kendrick Collection Combine Simplicity and the California Spirit
100 Bold Christmas Ornaments
From Nutty Kris Kringle Ornaments to DIY Tie-Dyed Ornaments
DIY Accessory Snowflake Ornaments
Mitten Christmas Tree Decorations are Made from Paper
DIY Mini Tablet Cases
John Chandler Converts the Legendary Notebook Into Moleskin iPad Mini Cases
Dead Celebrity ID Photos
The Vintage Everyday Iconic Passports Series is Nostalgic
Zoo-Inspired Valentine Gifts
These Wild About You DIY Valentine's Day Gifts are Super Cute
Upcycled Keychain Accessories
This DIY Key Necklace is a Creative Way to Make Use of Old Keys
DIY Dip-Dyed Packaging
Design Mom Blog Shows How to Make Cute Valentine's Gift Wrapping Bags
Handsfree Armband Water Bottles
The Hydrosleeve Puts Water Within Reach During a Run or Workout
DIY Sci-Fi Fridges
Spherical Magic's Decals Will Provide Your Very Own TARDIS Fridge
Planted Paper Lanterns
The Hanji Flora Lamps Combine Nature with Lighting
Convenient Key Organizers
The BladeKey Effectively Packs and Stores Your Keys Together
Colorfully Cracked Easter Eggs
These DIY Mosaic Eggs are Great for Your Easter Decorations
Hybrid Retro Gaming Devices
An Addictive Combo MP3, SNES, NES & Game Boy Game Player
Vintage Victorian Collections
Chanel Fall 2013 Updates Its Iconic Classics
Binge Drinking Smartphone Cases
These Cases Challenge You to Some St. Patrick's Day Drinking
Elegant Bare Bulb Fixtures
The Shine Labs SOLO Pendant Lamp Sheds the Shade for a Chic Look
DIY Reversible Computer Covers
The Late Afternoon Presents the Floral and Striped Laptop Sleeve
Compact Clippable Food Graters
Hakan Gursu's Satellite Grater is Customizable & Space-Efficient
Kitschy Luxury Timepieces
Richard Mille Exercises Creative Freedom
Cancer-Fighting Christmas Decor
Bauballs Ornaments Promote Awareness to Men's Health and Cancers
Samurai Sword Fridge Stickers
Ninja Knife Magnets will Make Your Home Look Intimidating
Upcycled Explorer Lights
The Egg of Columbus Turns Paper Pulp into Contemporary Lighting Fixtures
Nutty Kris Kringle Ornaments
The Peanut Christmas Santa Decorations are Tasty Dangling Decor
Spidery Artistic Lighting
The New Approach Light by Jorge Penades Plays with Perceptions
Personalized Typography Businesses
Let Nova Typo Design Your Own Stylish Typeface
Point-and-Shoot Smartphone Accessories
The Snapgrip for iPhones Allows for One-Handed Photographs
Minimalistic Wooden Garlands
This DIY Christmas Garland is Simple and Festive
Cartoon Sci-Fi Mashups
Phil Postma's Star Trek Crossover with Pixar Has Brilliant Form
Tough Utilitarian Key Rings
Bauhaus Titanium Carabiners Serve Their Purpose in Chic Style
DIY Appreciation Packages
Extend Your Sincerest Wishes With Handmade Thank You Cards
Gilded Planter Tree Decor
For Luxurious Christmas Ornaments Try Gold Leaf Cup Ornaments
DIY Loofah-Embedded Soaps
This At-Home Soap Making Tutorial Puts Exfoliating Scrubs into the Bars
Swirling Christmas Light Fans
Reddit User CycleNinja Posted an Illuminated Ceiling Fan
Sci-fi Wedding Bands
The Cylon Engagement Ring is for Romantic 'Battlestar Galactica' Superfans
Sci-Fi Character Tumblrs
Ensemble Studio Theatre Puts Beverly Crusher into Strange Situations
DIY Holiday Hair Accessories
The Kirbie Johnson Headband Tutorial is Instructive
Tropical Time-Teller Straps
The Komono Wizard Print Series Brings a Touch of Summer to Wardrobes
Elegant Steampunk Timepieces
Gear X Watch Marries Industrial Beauty with a Mod Sculptural Style
Sliced Poplar Pendent Lamps
Schneid Enlightenment Debuts with Three Stunning Light Designs
Light-Infused Blankets
The Fiber Optics Bedspread Creates a Soothing Glow
Deep-Fried Phone Protectors
Japanese Food iPhone Cases Makes Hunger Unbearable
DIY Customizable Gift Wrapping
Reveal Your Thoughtful Side with These DIY Wrapping Paper Ideas
Vintage Vinyl Dishware
Long Plate Lets You Enjoy a Meal Off of a Classic Record
Felt-Adorned Speakers
The Sonoro Troy Universal Charger Doubles as a Speaker
Skeletal Vinyl Records
The Latest Jack White Release is Printed on Old X-Ray Images
Prehistoric Avant-Garde Cases
Fierce iPhone Cases by Case Scenario X Prodip Leung
Cowhide Key Covers
The Hollows Leather Key Holders are Genuinely Durable
Choppable Tablet Holders
The Cutting Board with iPad Stand Keeps Your Gadget in Sight
Gesture Control Accessories
The MYO Armband Uses Muscle Activity to Command Computers Wirelessly
Sci-Fi Spaceship Art
These Star Trek Space Paintings by Jeff Foster are Far Out
Pungent Bulbous Lamps
This Garlic Vegetable Lamp Will Add Unocventional Flavor to Any Home
DIY Festive Forest Bookends
The Christmas Bookends Capture Mother Nature at the End of the Novel
Romantically Dotted DIY Apparel
The Heart Shorts + Valentine's Day Essential Video is Festive
Colossal Marine Mammal Cases
The Whale iPhone 5 Case is as Versatile as it is Adorable
DIY Word Game Gift Wrap
This Nifty Homemade Wrapping Paper is Perfect for a Birthday Offering
Cutting-Edge Hospital Communication
Aide Nurse Calling System Better Relays Info and Notifications
Pencil-Shaped Cheese
This Creative Food Packaging Design is Sharpened Instead of Grated
Sci-Fi Ship Turntables
This Millennium Falcon Record Player Can Spin Vinyl in Twelve Parsecs
DIY Artful Eggs
The Oh Happy Day Blog Shows How to Create Eggs with Flair
DIY Lace Lighting
These Metallic Lights are Easily Made Using a Doily
Overtly Compact Key Carriers
The KeyFlip Keeps Essential Keys Compact and Easily At-Hand
Whimsical Bubble Lanterns
these Cotton Ball Patio Lights Give Your Backyard a Romantic Vibe
Music Mogul Smartphone Add-Ons
Will.i.am's i.am+ iPhone Camera Add-On Takes Amazingly Crisp Shots
Ultra-Portable Vinyl Players
ION's Duo Deck Turntable Lets You Take Vintage Music on the Go
Printed Disc Prototypes
The 3D Printed Record Plays Digital Audio Files
Handy Storage Phone Cases
The SIMPLcase is a Cover for the iPhone with a Few Tricks in Its Case
Vibrantly Striped Timber Dishes
Nicole Porter Designs Beautifully Bright Painted Wooden Bowls
Enterprising Sci-Fi Sleepwear
Go to Sleep in Style in These Kitschy Star Trek Onesie Pajamas
Intergalactic Droid Dresses
Star Wars Bridesmaid Dresses Are Perfect for Interstellar Unions
Minimalist Sci-Fi Agendas
Moleskin Releases Daily Planner Star Wars Book
Suggestive Timepiece Merchandizing
Messex Watches Packaging Less-Than-Subtly Implies Intimacy
Hidden Novel Proposal Boxes
The DIY Book Engagement Ring Case Upcycles Old Textbooks
Vibrant Polygonal Wreaths
This Modern Christmas Decor Addition is Edgy and Eye-Catching
All-Watching Eye Decor
These Mini Eyeball Ornaments See You When You're Sleeping
Succulent Sashimi Ornaments
This Glittery Salmon Nigiri Sushi Ornament is a Sushi Lover's Dream
Regal Python Covers
The Lanvin Black and Blue Python iPad Cases are Chic
Personalized Puppet Ornaments
The Elmo Christmas Ornament Attracts a Younger Audience
DIY Sparkling Tree Bulbs
The Glitter Ornament DIY is a Simple and Enjoyable Project
Samurai Sword Bookends
The Katana Bookend Will Keep Your Ninja Documents in Order
Particle Theory Time Tellers
This Higgs Boson Watch Showcases a Well-Known Scientific Theory
Cozy Time-Traveling Blankets
This TARDIS Throw Blanket is a Perfect Gift for Any Doctor Who Addict
Time-Travelling Soda Machines
EPIC Comics Turned a Vending Machine into a Tardis Telephone Box
Pizza-Shaped Records
'Fat Boys' Reissue Their Debut 1984 Album as a Pizza That Also Comes in a Box
DIY Fortune Cookie Proposals
Pop the Question With This Cute Idea That Will Leave Her Speechless
Pharmaceutical Capsule Phone Cases
The Pill iPhone Case Goes Perfectly with Your Phone Addiction
Old School Gamer Magnets
These Perler Bead GameBoy Fridge Accessorizes Showcase a Classic Gadget
Fuzzy Gadget Covers
The Colorful Fur iPhone Case Turns Your Phone into a Pet
Cozy Sc-Fi Touchscreen Covers
‘Knitter Who’ from Etsy Has Crafted These Epic Star Trek
Sci-Fi Phone Booth Coolers
The TARDIS Mini Fridge is a Dr. Who-Themed Food-Saver
Social Media Snapshot Cookies
'Baking for Good' Toasts Your Memories with Instagram Cookies
Time-Traveller Computer Cases
This Doctor Who TARDIS PC Case is a Must-Have for Any Who Junkie
DIY Light Bulb Decorations
These Upcycled Christmas Ornaments Use Old Bulbs
Voluptuously Decorated Keys
Good Worth & Co.‘s ‘Heads & Tails’ Key is Risque
Computer Code Keychains
The Binary Key Ring Features a Sweet Message Written in Code
Heartfelt Play-Doh Gifts
The 'Better Shape Up' Valentine's Day Gift Playfully Expresses Your Love
Knife-Inspired Key Holders
The Switchblade Key Device Resembles the Dangerous Automatic Knife
Hilarious Instagram Rock Parodies
The 'Look At This Instagram' Parody Sings What We're Thinking
High Definition Vintage Consoles
The Retron 4 Plays Tons of Vintage Games with an HDMI Connection
Landmark Time Trackers
The Time Traveler Watch Uses Famous Buildings to Tell Time
Mini Health
The Withings Smart Activity Tracker Will Keep Your Health in Check
Spaced-Out Fanboy Pins
Look Like StarFleet's Finest With These New Age Star Trek Insignia Pins
Outrageously Angry Key Holders
The Bull Nose Keyring Holder Puts Keys Hilariously At-Hand
Color Wheel Turntables
The Color Play Fosters Synesthesia Between Visual and Auditory Tones
Time Travel Strategy Games
The Doctor Who Lenticular Animated Chess Set Features 3D Pieces
Sci-Fi Night Lights
The Star Trek Command Insignia Night Lite is a Nerdy Source of Illumination
Illusory Loopy Candelabras
The Equilibrio Candlestick Balances Impossibly on its Curled Form
Caped Crusader Sleeping Lights
The Batman Belt Night Light Comforts Kids Afraid of the Dark