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I'm a recent graduate from both Dalhousie University and King's College, in Halifax N.S (also known as the Portland, Oregon of Canada). I love all things art's and hope to pursue a long career in journalism covering the art's and entertainment beat. Art, fashion, film, comedy and writing to me are the key to happiness in a lifetime. If I can't be creative well then I might as well just give up...
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Bird-Watching Booze Dispensers
Bird-Watching Booze Dispensers
The Binocular Flask is Secretive and Fun
Be super secretive about your alcoholic habits with the Binocular Flask. Enjoy on the go drinking with this super conspicuous booze dispenser. Bouncers will be none the wiser if you decide to sport... MORE
Voodoo Doll Desserts
Voodoo Doll Desserts
The Cursed Cookies Cookie Cutter is Perfect for Any Seance
If you have any bad thoughts you need to get out of your head this Christmas, then you should take it out using the Cursed Cookies Cookie Cutter. This funny product will melt all your worries away... MORE
Spider-Like Smartphone Holders
Spider-Like Smartphone Holders
The Breffo Spider Podium Phone Stand Has a Life of its Own
Feel the Halloween spirit all year long with the Breffo Spider Podium Phone Stand. This creepy crawly Smartphone accessory is sure to look great on your desk or bedside table and will definitely... MORE
Wallet Phone Cases
Wallet Phone Cases
The iWallet iPhone Case is Handy and Durable
The iWallet iPhone Case is definitely one of the handiest and most useful phone protectors out there. This sweet case will let you hold all your belongings in one sleek way. The design is available... MORE
Meat-Adorned Accessories
Meat-Adorned Accessories
The Butcher's Necklace is a Great Item for a BBQ
If your love for meat is so intense that one of your dream jobs includes cutting up slabs of meat, then you’ll probably love The Butcher’s Necklace. This fun necklace would be the... MORE
Dapper Gentlemen Mugs
Dapper Gentlemen Mugs
The Top Hat Espresso Cup and Saucer is Fun and Whimsical
Drink your coffee in swanky style with the Top Hat Espresso Cup and Saucer. This hilariously whimsical kitchen dish is totally fun and is sure to make anyone feel a tad more sophisticated. The... MORE
Poop-Filled Humor Mugs
Poop-Filled Humor Mugs
The Hidden Surprise Mug Will Scare Your House Guests
Freak your house guests out with the Hidden Surprise Mug. This semi-disturbing mug will definitely have your friends’ stomachs churning. The gross design comes from Urban Outfitters and can be... MORE
Retro Gamer Jumpers
Retro Gamer Jumpers
The Nintendo Gameboy Baby Clothes are Adorable and Dorky
Dorky gamer parents everywhere will definitely get a kick out of the Nintendo Gameboy Baby Clothes. These awesomely dorky onesies will turn your baby into a gaming fanatic right out of the womb.... MORE
Gamer-Inspired Cleansers
Gamer-Inspired Cleansers
Any Arcade Lover is Sure to Enjoy the PlayStation Game Conrtoller Soap
Avid gamers everywhere are sure to enjoy the design for the PlayStation Game Controller Soap. This awesomely geeky gamer bathroom accessory adds extra fun to shower time. Gamers can get rid of the... MORE
Floor-Scrubbing Infant Jumpers
Floor-Scrubbing Infant Jumpers
The Baby Mop Will Lend a Helping Hand With Cleaning the House
Get your child doing chores early in life with the Baby Mop. This cute onesie will teach your child how to help out and do their share from a young age. The funny design comes from Eric Bauman from... MORE
Festive Fall Shooters
Festive Fall Shooters
The Caramel Apple Jell-O Shots Are Sure to Be a Hit at Any Party
Jell-O shots are a classic party drink, but why not mix them up a bit and make them a little more fall festive with the Caramel Apple Jell-O shots recipe. These are sure to be a hit with anyone who... MORE
Blow-Up Booze Coolers
Blow-Up Booze Coolers
The Inflatable Beer Bucket is the Perfect Item for Any Party
Nothing screams a good party like an Inflatable Beer Bucket. This sweet product is sure to get any party started. It’s definitely the perfect item to have at any house party or kegger—it&#... MORE
Festively Spooky Kitchen Utensils
Festively Spooky Kitchen Utensils
Gingerbread Zombie Bottle Opener is Fun for Upcoming Holidays
Celebrate all the upcoming holidays properly with the Gingerbread Zombie Bottle Opener. This awesome kitchen utensil will be useful for months to come. With Halloween and Christmas around the corner,... MORE
Morbid Anatomy Bags
Morbid Anatomy Bags
The Zombie Leg Purse is a Totally Gruesome Halloween Accessory
If you’re looking for a fun gruesome Halloween accessory to add to your outfit, then you should take a look at the Zombie Leg Purse. This Walking Dead-inspired piece will have everyone... MORE
Mythical Facial Hair Accessories
Mythical Facial Hair Accessories
The Inflatable Cthulu Beard Makes a Simple Halloween Costume
If you’re looking for a dorky and simple Halloween costume this year then the Inflatable Cthulhu Beard is the perfect item for you. This hilarious blow-up facial hair will instantly transform you... MORE
Mexican-Inspired Holiday Utensils
Mexican-Inspired Holiday Utensils
The Day of the Dead Corkscrew is Stylish and Festive
Celebrate the upcoming Mexican festivities with the Day of the Dead Corkscrew. This awesome kitchen accessory will help to get the party going. Toast all your friends and family who have passed away... MORE
Geeky Periodic Table Accessories
Geeky Periodic Table Accessories
The Chemistry Men Custom Science Cufflinks are Nerdy and Stylish
Science nerds everywhere—or just fans of the Big Bang Theory—are sure to get a kick out of the Chemistry Men Custom Science Cufflinks. These awesomely nerdy accessories are perfect for... MORE
Hippie-Inspired Drink Accessories
Hippie-Inspired Drink Accessories
The Beer Holder Belt will Hold Your Six-Pack in Style
Enjoy hands-free partying with the awesome Beer Holder Belt. This funky fashion accessory will allow you to stack up on beer without ever having to go back to the fridge. This neat item looks like... MORE
Lazy Athlete Spice Containers
Lazy Athlete Spice Containers
The Bowling Salt and Pepper Shakers are Kitchy and Fun
The Bowling Salt and Pepper Shakers will surely be a strike at any dinner party. These awesome seasoning containers will add a bit of campy fun to any kitchen. If you love bowling, then these are... MORE
Cute Playhouse Decals
Cute Playhouse Decals
The Giant Googly Eyes Transform Your Furniture Into Cartoon Characters
Make all your furniture fun with the Giant Googly Eyes. These cute decals will instantly transform any couch, chair, drawer or whatever you want into a cute creature. These would definitely be a fun... MORE
Candy-Inspired Swim Tubes
Candy-Inspired Swim Tubes
The Donut Pool Float is a Fun Way to Escape Bad Weather
The weather is getting pretty depressing, so if you’re thinking of heading south to avoid Hurricane Sandy and winter weather in general, make sure you have an awesome toy like the Donut Pool... MORE
Vintage Sweet Santa Smokes
Vintage Sweet Santa Smokes
The Candy Cane Cigarettes are Fun and Not Harmful to Your Health
There’s no Christmas story that says Santa is a smoker, but if you want to have a little fun this holiday you can pretend like he was with the Candy Cane Cigarettes. These delicious cigarettes... MORE
Sci-Fi Java Sleeves
Sci-Fi Java Sleeves
The Yoda Coffee Cup Cozy is Cute and Nerdy
Girly Star Wars fans everywhere are sure to love the Yoda Coffee Cup Cozy. This cute item will dork up your morning java. The super adorable design was created by master knitter and Etsy seller... MORE
Singing Sensation Pooch Costumes
Singing Sensation Pooch Costumes
The Lady Gaga Red Lace Outfit is Perfect for a Diva Dog
Dress your pup up like a pop culture princess this year with the Lady Gaga Red Lace Outfit. This hilarious dog costume was inspired by the notoriously strange red lace costume Lady Gaga sported last... MORE
Pumpkin-Inspired Meat Sandwiches
Pumpkin-Inspired Meat Sandwiches
Serve Up a Jack-O-Lantern Sloppy Joe This Halloween
Serve up a creepily delicious meal this Halloween with the Jack-O-Lantern Sloppy Joe recipe. This awesomely festive dinner is sure to make all your little trick-or-treaters smile. Not only is it a... MORE
Romantic Breakfast Toast Tools
Romantic Breakfast Toast Tools
The I Love You Toast Stamper is Adorable and Fun
Start your day off right with the I Love You Toast Stamper. You’ll never wake up on the wrong side of the bed if you indulge in a cheery piece of toast before you leave your house in the... MORE
Pooch Storm Protectors
Pooch Storm Protectors
The Greyhound Rain Coat Will Keep Your Dog Safe from Hurricane Sandy
With Hurricane Sandy rolling in, everyone needs to be prepared for the weather and that includes your pooch. So make sure you’re protecting them from the storm and grab them a Greyhound Rain... MORE
Film-Inspired Spooky Treats
Film-Inspired Spooky Treats
The Ectoplasm Slimed Popcorn Goes Perfectly with a Scary Movie
Halloween is only a couple of days away, so if you’re planning on settling in for a scary movie to go along with the frightful holiday, then you might as well have a spooky treat like the... MORE
Rebelious Kitty Headpieces
Rebelious Kitty Headpieces
The Mohawk Cat Hat Costume Brings Out the Bad in Your Feline
Turn your cute, cuddly kitty into a badass punk with the Mohawk Cat Hat Costume. This hilarious cat outfit is the perfect item for Halloween. Pets want to join in on all the festive fun, so let them... MORE
Medicine-Inspired Alcohol Carriers
Medicine-Inspired Alcohol Carriers
The Booze Prescription Flask is Hilarious and Fun
The Booze Prescription Flask will serve you up your daily dose of shots. This hilarious booze concealer will let everyone know that you love to party, in full rock star style. This awesome flask... MORE
Festive Holiday Utensils
Festive Holiday Utensils
Make Your American Thanksgiving Holiday Feast with the Turkey Baster
Make your American Thankgiving holiday feast super meta this year with the Turkey Baster. This hilarious product is totally appropriate and perfectly designed for any big holiday dinner that... MORE
Dorky Dog Sleeping Ensembles
Dorky Dog Sleeping Ensembles
The Custom Fleece Greyhound Jammies are Cute and Hilarious
Tuck your dog into bed properly with the Custom Fleece Greyhound Jammies. This absolutely adorable and hilarious onesie is sure to keep your pooch warm on a cold winter night. Who said your dog doesn&... MORE
Breakfast Food Accessories
Breakfast Food Accessories
The Strawberry Banana Cream Waffle Ring is Quirky and Fun
Have some fun with your accessories and grab a Strawberry Banana Cream Waffle Ring. This cute ring will show your love for sweet delicious breakfast meals. It’ll also show the world that you... MORE
Undead-Inspired Desserts
Undead-Inspired Desserts
The Walking Dead Cookies Would be a Hit With Any Fan of the Show
Inspired by the new cult classic AMC show, The Walking Dead Cookies are sure to be a hit. These incredible cookies aren’t unappetizing like other gory zombie cookies out there, instead they have a... MORE
Holiday Bird Onesies
Holiday Bird Onesies
The Turkey Pilgrim Thanksgiving Day Outfit is a Fun Way to Celebrate
Celebrate your babies first Thanksgiving in true festive style, and get them a Turkey Pilgrim Thanksgiving Day outfit. This absolutely adorable piece will make everyone at the dinner party ready to... MORE
Dill-Flavored Candy Canes
Dill-Flavored Candy Canes
The Pickle Candy Canes Would Make Fun Christmas Gifts
Christmas is exactly two months away, and that may seem far now but it’ll creep up on you faster then you expect, which is why you should start thinking about some fun Christmas gifts to give... MORE

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Undead-Inspired Desserts
Undead-Inspired Desserts
The Walking Dead Cookies Would be a Hit With Any Fan of the Show
Inspired by the new cult classic AMC show, The Walking Dead Cookies are sure to be a hit. These incredible cookies aren’t unappetizing like other gory zombie cookies out there, instead they have a... MORE
Skeleton-Inspired Cutlery Sculptures
Skeleton-Inspired Cutlery Sculptures
Carlos Bonil Creates Intricate Art Out of Plastic Utensils
Artist Carlos Bonil has created some amazingly intricate sculptures made entirely out of plastic utensils. Bonil primarily focuses his art on the skeletal systems of humans and animals. Bonil’s... MORE
Sci-Fi Java Sleeves
Sci-Fi Java Sleeves
The Yoda Coffee Cup Cozy is Cute and Nerdy
Girly Star Wars fans everywhere are sure to love the Yoda Coffee Cup Cozy. This cute item will dork up your morning java. The super adorable design was created by master knitter and Etsy seller... MORE
Retro Gaming Packs
Retro Gaming Packs
The Nintendo Controller Backpack is Perfect for Back to School
If you’re a 90s kid and a bit of a hipster with a flair for nostalgic fashion, then you should check out the Nintendo Controller backpack. This awesome gamer bag is sure to be a hit among the... MORE
Spooky Skull Shots
Spooky Skull Shots
The 'Shocktails' Glasses Will Make Halloween Extra Fun
The ‘Shocktails’ skull shot glasses will surely add some frightful fun to any Halloween party. These spooky shot glasses are the perfect way to get a party started. The design comes from... MORE
Etch-A-Sketch Accessories
Etch-A-Sketch Accessories
The 'Playtime Belt Buckle' is Meant for the Attention Seeker
If you’re a fan of party tricks and getting people close to your private parts, then you’ll love the ‘Playtime Belt Buckle.’ This hilarious belt accessory is inspired by the... MORE
Adorable Avain-Inspired Outfits
Adorable Avain-Inspired Outfits
The Edward the Owl is a Cute Halloween Children's Costume
It’s not always easy to find a Halloween children’s costume that your little one will like; however, the Edward the Owl costume is just too adorable not to. This cute costume is... MORE
DNA Testing Vehicles
DNA Testing Vehicles
The Who’s Your Daddy? Van Features On-the-Go Paternity Testing
Something straight from the mind of Jerry Springer is roaming around the streets of New York City, and it’s called Who’s Your Daddy? This on-the-go van drives up and down streets allowing... MORE
Precision Billiard Tools
Precision Billiard Tools
The Laser Guided Pool Cue Lets You Make the Perfect Shot
Hammacher Schlemmer has come out with another great product that’s sure to make you into a games room pro with the Laser Guided Pool Cue. You’ll never lose a game again if you start... MORE
Matrimonial Pooch Ensembles
Matrimonial Pooch Ensembles
The Pet Bride and Groom Costumes Are Absolutely Adorable
If you know a couple of pups that are ready to tie the knot, then you should grab them some Pet Bride and Groom Costumes. Dogs want to show their love for each other too, so why not give them their... MORE
Levitating Object Photography
Levitating Object Photography
The Carl Kleiner 'Avios' Series is Fun and Cheery
Artist and Photographer Carl Kleiner, has created a spectacular gravity-defying series called ‘Avios.’ In his latest series Kleiner created portraits that show objects freely hanging... MORE
Vintage-Adorned Creatures (UPDATE)
Vintage-Adorned Creatures (UPDATE)
Animal Portraits by Ryan Berkley are Suave and Sophisticated
The Ryan Berkley Animal Portraits are totally sharp and snazzy illustrations. Every animal has fantastic poise and they’re also so well-dressed. Berkley takes different animals and dresses... MORE
Tech-Infused Treat Dispensers
Tech-Infused Treat Dispensers
NFC Gumball Machine by Razorfish Produces Apps in a Fun Way
Just like a kid in a candy store, the NFC Gumball Machine is a totally fun way to get some technological treats. Shaped like an old-school gumball dispenser, the machine built by Razorfish dispenses... MORE
Eccentric Donut Stores
Eccentric Donut Stores
The Glory Hole Donuts Shop is Sure to Make You Drool
Donuts are delicious in their classic states—plain, glazed, covered in chocolate or vanilla icing—but just imagine how amazing they could be when topped with all ingredients imaginable.... MORE