Never forget those front row seats at a Bruce Springsteen concert, the standing ovation at the premiere of the Lion King or the roar of the crowd when the Red Sox won the World Series. With this Ticket Stub Diary you can preserve your precious memories from concerts, museums, movies, sporting events, Broadway shows and more. Comes with clear sleeves that fit a variety of ticket sizes, plus... More at UncommonGoods
Invented by artist Adam Frank, this modern little oil candle casts an enchanting shadow from a tiny, stainless steel tree. As the flame flickers, the shadow of the tree moves like a light breeze is rustling its branches. Each comes with 2 containers of odorless, clean-burning liquid wax that last 17 hours each. Choose from: Cedar, Nest, Magnolia, Pine, & Bloom. Made in Brooklyn. Sold individually. More at UncommonGoods
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
Put a smile on that mug with a hungry mouth cubby that bites off more than you can chew. Perfect for serving milk and cookies, coffee and doughnuts, tea and biscotti, or your favorite snack-time combinations. Exclusively at UncommonGoods. Made of ceramic in China. More at UncommonGoods
Track your travels with a handsome scratch-off-where-you've-been map that charts globetrotting in a fun, colorful and innovative way. Scratch off the areas you've visited to reveal adventurous pops of color that turn traveling into a "domestic" treasure hunt of on-the-fly geography lessons. Its brilliant colors and worldly charm is sure to enliven any room--just be sure to keep... More at UncommonGoods
Coil Candle: Our Pick for Most Unusual Gift Invented in the 17th Century, coil candles still provide hours of enjoyment. A pliable cord of 100% beeswax sits atop a footed plate. Feed a section through the calipers (1" of wax = 25 minutes of light) and measure time just like in the "good old days." A fun way to track the minutes before bedtime on Christmas Eve.... More at UncommonGoods
This mechanical light switch transforms an ordinary appliance into the perfect flourish for your secret library, steampunk chalet - or any place where your imagination lives! The mechanism is crafted from decorative plywood, with the alternating colors of wood left exposed at the edges. The joints are all finished with brass hardware, and the laser engraved details have the crisp lines... More at UncommonGoods
You may not be able to get water from a stone, but you can tap your favorite spirits. Handmade from natural stones found along the coast of New England and fixed with a stainless steel spigot with a stone lever, Jeff Henderson's sturdy and sophisticated drink dispenser adds instant pizazz to any event. Handmade in New Hampshire.Due to the found nature of the stones, each is one-of-a-kind... More at UncommonGoods
As you journey America's highways and byways, track your travels with this handsome, scratch-off map. The poster-sized map of the United States is printed with red, white and blue scratch-off paint that reveals bursts of bright red when rubbed with the edge of a coin. Each time you visit a new state or city, scratch it off the map. How much of this great country will you uncover? A great... More at UncommonGoods
Serve your drinks on actual rocks with these beautiful granite drink chillers. Hand crafted from stones collected from New England beaches, these granite discs are ideal for chilling fine spirits, such as whiskey or scotch, because they won't dilute or close down the complex flavors like a handful of ice does. Simply chill the stones. Add one or two to your next drink, let stand for five... 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
Made from 100 percent recycled glass, these wine bottle-shaped platters will provide a lovely backdrop to the cheese, crackers, fruits or vegetables you serve at your next wine tasting party. Each piece undergoes an 8-hour process to emerge as a one-of-a-kind platter. Choose from chardonnay or bordeaux. Spreader included. Made in India and Italy. More at UncommonGoods
Say goodbye to smells and fruit flies with the odor-resistant Fresh Air Compost Collector. Its unique "wind flumes" allow air to flow through the compost, reducing the smell by facilitating aerobic breakdown. This means that food decomposes more slowly and stays drier during the composting process. No mess either with compostable bags! Secure the bag in the collector within a... More at UncommonGoods
Get your fill of gooey cheese, spicy marinara, and tantalizing toppings with this whole new twist on make-your-own pizza night. Just like Belgian-style fries, these clever, crust-based cones provide a fun and ergonomic way to make your own easy-to-grab meal in minutes. Just roll out your pizza dough (recipe included) and cut into shape using the notched dough cutter. Moisten the edges with... More at UncommonGoods
Quickly cool your reds and whites to their ideal serving temperatures with this instant wine chiller and ensure a full bouquet and more delicious glass every time you pop the cork! To serve, simply remove the Ravi wine chiller from the freezer, insert into the top of the bottle, and pour. Liquid is instantaneously cooled as it passes through the frozen steel chamber, meaning the Ravi instant... More at UncommonGoods
Made from an upcycled vinyl LP and suspended between two pieces of glass in a floating frame, Jeff Davis' custom wall art is sure to top the charts at home. With a choice of two retro stylings, the lyrical words you compose for your label can commemorate a newborn solo act, a romantic duet, or your favorite golden oldies, along with up to five songs with personal resonance. Framed record... More at UncommonGoods
Winner of the Pratt Product Design Competition, this clever trash can allows you to store and reuse the plastic bags that you collect from shopping in a neat, organized way. Simply loop trash bags around the cut-out sides and push them all the way down, creating a visual of stacked handles all along the side. When you are ready to use one, just move it up to the handles and hook so that... More at UncommonGoods
Top shelf, bottom shelf, or anywhere in-between, nothing makes drinking spirits into an event like knocking back the hard stuff with a celebratory shot. Now, the same streamlined silhouette that makes the classic flask your best drinking buddy is made all the better with a built-in shot glass in this cheers-worthy combination. Your on-the-go vodka, gin, bourbon, or rum will look dapper... More at UncommonGoods
Wondering who will water your plants while you're on vacation? Have trouble remembering to tend them when you're home? Just let these ingenious garden stakes take care of them for you! Each ceramic stake is specially designed to release just the right amount of water into the soil via recycled wine or plastic bottles, making your gardening endeavors a little bit greener. Create a reservoir... More at UncommonGoods
You know that moment on a pleasant evening with friends, when the room starts to feel a little more relaxed, the conversation a little more entertaining, and your worries a bit farther away? Well, these tipsy wine glasses are already there. Why not join the fun yourself, with this pair of 12oz. bent stem glass goblets. In spite of their inebriated appearance, their base is built wide enough... More at UncommonGoods
Bearing your choice of map or nautical chart, these sturdy cotton canvas pillows can capture the details of a land lover's favorite getaway or a beached seafarer's most traversed stretch of the big blue. Handmade by Heather Jernegan in Massachusetts, they map cherished memories with clear graphics depicting features of your favorite U.S. location on land or sea. 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
This mathematical bottle opener is sure to become an operational constant when you're seeking liquid inspiration. It's the brilliant creation of Brian Johnson, a designer and engineer who bridges the worlds of creativity and precision craftsmanship. The hefty steel form is calculated for optimum leverage, solving stubborn bottle tops with near-infinite ease. When not in use, it becomes... More at UncommonGoods
Baseball fans know that there's more to the game than you can catch on TV. There's a special spark you only find at a stadium, packed with other fans, cheering your heart out for your favorite team. These Ballpark Blueprints honor that spirit of history and place in classic style. Evoking the nostalgia of midcentury architectural plans, these illustrations lay out the details of some of... More at UncommonGoods
