Your Instagram, Hipstamatic and other photo app creations are begging to be put to life beyond a 2x2-inch screen. Take them out of smart phone purgatory with this gracefully designed, accordion-style album. The square shape and 10 folded black pages are the perfect backdrop to display your 4x4 or 5x5-inch retro-inspired prints. The photo-book is fashioned by designer Jason Thompson from;... More at UncommonGoods
Give tots a taste of history with these handcrafted basswood blocks featuring U.S. presidents. Made in Michigan, the heirloom-quality blocks are beautifully illustrated and double as puzzle pieces to create an American flag. The set is packed with White House factoids and will serve as a great resource well into childhood. made from all-natural wood from a renewable resource handcrafted... More at UncommonGoods
This sterling silver frog wears a crown fit for a prince. Choose carefully: As soon as your Prince Charming sees the box with the words, "you are my prince," written on it, he'll know he's finally won you over. Then, when he opens the box, he will find a beautiful token of love. A red velvet jewelry bag protects the frog, so your prince can carry it with him, if he ever needs to be away. More at UncommonGoods
A favorite character scrawled in crayon. An everyday scene mushed in generous gobs of finger-paint. An adorably honest portrayal of mommy, daddy, baby siblings, and the family pet in multi-colored markers. Even if a child grows up to be the next Picasso, it is these primitive artworks that parents treasure above all. Just a glance at these meandering musings lovingly crafted by little messy... More at UncommonGoods
Start a scrapbook and capture all those memorable moments with this kiddie keepsake box. Show off a 4 x 6 photo beside your child's tiny hand or foot print and fill the satin finished box with their most important milestones. The generous box will hold everything from baby booties to school yearbooks, and a thin tray at the top is perfect for pictures and treasures. Includes all the materials... More at UncommonGoods
Frame all of your number one moments with designer Jeff Davis' photo frames made from a vintage LP (33 rpm) record. A new spin on framing a record, now you can let the record frame you. Handmade by artist Jeff Davis in Philadelphia. More at UncommonGoods
Featuring a shining heart and holding 48 pictures, this hand-finished, bound photo album from artisan Cam Wilson is a great gift to someone special. It's fabulous for your favorite photos and looks great on any bookcase or shelf. Each acetate sleeve inside sets 4" x 6" photos on black acid-free paper. Handmade in San Francisco, each is one of a kind. More at UncommonGoods
Don't wait for your child's chance at the Hollywood Walk of Fame: frame those footprints now. These four-step kits will capture your baby's impression without baking, mixing or making a mess, and come with everything you need to showcase their footsteps. The elegant 9-by-7 inch, neutral-colored panels of the shadow box show off a 4-by-6 or 5-by-7 inch photo across from the impression. Framed... More at UncommonGoods
The perfect keepsake, gift or nursery decoration, this newborn frame, with space for a photo and impression, will be cherished for years to come. Each frame comes with blue and pastel pink matting and mess-free, easy-to-use impression material to form sweet little hand or foot prints. Made in China. More at UncommonGoods
Celebrate the years behind your words with this one-of-a-kind pen wrapped in century-old sustainable wood, tracked with historic tree rings. Made from trees that are felled as part of forest restoration projects, its wooden casing displays a tree's life through tightly coiled rings. A new ring formed around the grain for each year of growth. More at UncommonGoods
He may be a prince, but that doesn't mean he's always so charming. While kisses won't transform this pewter frog, his set of three playful hats will. For days when the dishes are done and sweet nothings are uttered, top this hopper with a crown to show him how much you appreciate all of his shining qualities. When your prince needs a rest from regality, switch his crown... More at UncommonGoods
In this day and age, when a swipe of styling gel and a wrinkled pair of jeans suffice for a formal evening out, the modern man could stand to step up his game by leaning on the lessons taught by old school gents. You'll always have something up your sleeve when you arm yourself with this handsome deck of cards designed to take your tack from déclassé to high class! This fetching... More at UncommonGoods
Let friends and family write permanent well-wishes on this customized earthenware platter. A unique, personal wedding or anniversary gift that is sure to be cherished for years to come. Each plate is hand stamped and painted in in Manchester, New Hampshire by artist Sheree Burlington, who customizes the plate with the couple's first names, the first letter of their last name and their wedding... More at UncommonGoods
Relive your relationship and present your love in this heart-warming handmade photo album. A pair of raised hearts on the front of the rich copper cover sets the tone for the 24 4 x 6 photos photos inside, which are set on black acid-free paper in twelve acetate sleeves. Perfect for your favorite photos, this hand finished bound photo album from artisan Cam Wilson is a great gift to someone... More at UncommonGoods
Graham Bergh and his team of gifted artisans in Mosier, Oregon make an amazing range of funky household items from tons of recycled bike parts. Each month they collect 3,000 pounds of used parts, drawing from 150 shops in 17 states. The pieces that still have life in them are donated to a local non-profit group that teaches bicycle repair to children. More at UncommonGoods
You remember their first steps, their first words and their first birthday. Why not celebrate the first time you saw them? A modern keepsake, the sonogram frame showcases those very first months of your child's life. Available in white or mahogany stained wood, this picture frame is a fresh and different way to celebrate new life. A wonderful shower gift and a great tradition... More at UncommonGoods
Sweet and symbolic, the Squirrelly Love set comes in three separate pieces, two squirrels and a heart. The two squirrels must "work together" to keep the love between them. Perfect for an anniversary or wedding gift, a cake topper or a Valentine's Day gift. Designed by the husband-and-wife team Jason Wong and Jordan Provost. Laser cut maple, hand finished in the USA. Click... More at UncommonGoods
Keep track of all your colorful guests with this beautifully made guest book. Each book is handmade with lokta paper, which comes from the inner bark of the Lokta bush, a renewable resource that regenerates within three years. The bark is stripped without cutting down the whole bush. The paper is made in the rural, mountainous villages of Nepal, using no electricity. The paper travels for... More at UncommonGoods
A dreamy, stained glass bowl keeps precious jewelry safely within reach. Its soldered heart crowns your treasures with semi-precious orbs of tiger eye, amethyst and copper. Handmade in California by Ellen Bartfeld. More at UncommonGoods
Let friends and family write permanent well-wishes on this customized earthenware platter. A unique, personal wedding or anniversary gift that is sure to be cherished for years to come. Each platter is hand stamped and painted in Manchester, New Hampshire by artist Sheree Burlington, who personalizes the plate with the couple's first names, the first letter of their last name and their.... More at UncommonGoods
Celebrate your four-legged friend's one-of-a-kind charm with sculptures so playful, you'll let them sit anywhere. Catherine Labonte's delightful mini sculptures are hand-blown and feature rich swirls of color and character. Each gleaming piece lightheartedly captures the quintessential characteristics and body language of your loyal companions. Handmade of glass in Canada.Dog... More at UncommonGoods
This one-of-a-kind clear glass mezuzah created by the late Tamara Baskin has multicolored houses fused on the front to create exciting, transparent and reflective colors. Affix one to the doorpost of your home according to Jewish tradition. Paper scroll is included. Tamara's family has continued her work. Handmade in Florida. Artist card included. More at UncommonGoods
A warm and luminous way to keep track of friends and family that visit your home, the Copper Guest Journal is a personalized keepsake that fills your home with the sounds, scribbles and stories of great company. Handmade in San Francisco using durable recycled paper, it makes a wonderful gift for a get-together, housewarming, birthday, anniversary or any other guest-worthy occasion. And... More at UncommonGoods
Preserve images of all your loves in these heartwarming handmade photo albums. A cat and moon or a dog bone on the front of the rich copper cover with spaces for the 24 4 x 6 photos inside set on black acid-free paper in twelve acetate sleeves. Handmade by artisan Cam Wilson in San Francisco. More at UncommonGoods
