Featuring sweet woodland illustrations pressed into hand-shaped stoneware, this petite sculpture will make backyard birds feel right at home. Painted and textured to look like a bird's nest, the base can hold a sprinkle of birdseed for your famished feathered neighbors or materials like twigs, ribbons, yarn, or strands of brushed hair for birdies to use when building their own nests. It... More at UncommonGoods
Forget what you heard about needing a green thumb to cultivate a thriving garden, in fact, forget about the fertilizer, and the soil, too! This futuristic nursery box gives the botanically challenged a foolproof way to get growing without getting your hands dirty. The ideal horticultural device for absent-minded gardeners, urbanites, and jetsetters, this sleek planter uses state-of-the-art... More at UncommonGoods
Anyone who has driven with a dog knows that there's nothing Fido loves more than fetching a few gusts and letting his tongue wag in the wind. Just like a real dog, this windsurfing garden pooch gently laps up the breeze while staking a claim on outdoor whimsy. Fun and a touch exotic, this furry friend is sure to get tails wagging when you let him sit playfully in your... More at UncommonGoods
Go around the yard in 80 days with these vibrant hummingbird feeders, handmade from recycled glass by artisans in Mexico. More than a feast for the eyes, these luminous fixtures provide in-flight meals for your tiny feathered friends. The perfect splash of color for outside windows or a festive focal point in your garden. The no-drip, rubber stopper with antique brass hardware makes refilling... More at UncommonGoods
You might know Gnome-Be-Gones for their astonishing ability to toss garden gnomes out of your yard, but they have a friendly side too, as exemplified by this pleasant critter eager to present you with a flower. Handmade by artist Fred Conlon using recycled hardware, this clever creature is sure to add charm and laughter to your yard. His finish is designed to develop a unique patina as... More at UncommonGoods
As you drive through the heartland, you can spot ancient wooden barns dotting the hillside. Many of them, once built for hard work, are faded now and can only offer picturesque charm. This wooden birdhouse, however, will bring that weathered, rustic appeal to your garden while still in the prime of its life. This solidly built miniature shed is constructed old-world care using reclaimed... More at UncommonGoods
Watch with amusement as the one and only Gnome-Be-Gone frees your garden of a kitsch little Euro invader. Who does he think he is, wearing tiny red dunce caps and pushing inefficient wooden wheelbarrows? Tuck a few made-in-the-USA Gnome-Be-Gones into your flowerbeds and watch the demented yard goblins get toted away. Set includes one gnome and two Gnome-Be-Gones. Designed by Fred Conlon. More at UncommonGoods
Forget about those boxy wooden birdhouses you made back in summer camp. How about a birdhouse with style as sophisticated as you are? These modern aviary apartments are crafted from uniquely textured, high-fired stoneware. The exterior is finished in vibrant colors, with a high-gloss finish that helps repel predators. The aluminum accents are rust resistant, and the high quality ceramic... More at UncommonGoods
This felted mushroom birdhouse is a real flight of fancy. Capped off with its polka dot roof and a neighborly worm popping out of the chimney, this cheery piece of real estate will look right at home hung up in any cozy nook or window. It can also be hung outside from its braided hemp cord as a functioning birdhouse, and should maintain its structure for at least one year.... More at UncommonGoods
Since birds haven't shown much appreciation for literature, this imaginative birdhouse will do much better decorating the inside of your house than serving as theirs. Designer Dave Vissat stumbled upon this idea when he was making a birdhouse for his mother. He ran out of wood, so he resorted to using an old book as a roof. Then he began incorporating interesting text and illustrations... More at UncommonGoods
Watch with amusement as the one and only Gnome-Be-Gone frees your garden of a kitsch little Euro invader. Who does he think he is, wearing tiny red dunce caps and pushing inefficient wooden wheelbarrows? Tuck a few made-in-the-USA Gnome-Be-Gones into your flowerbeds and watch the demented yard goblins get toted away. Set includes one gnome and two Gnome-Be-Gones. Designed by Fred Conlon.Click... More at UncommonGoods
Garden greens looking a little blue? Is that unruly tangle of a yard making you lose your inner balance? Let Michael Gentilucci's centering sculptures bring peace, humor, and the art of Zen to off-kilter spaces. These pensive pups make any outdoor space that much more diggable by adding that necessary dose of tranquility through their calming, yet distinctively doggy presence. To add even... More at UncommonGoods
Hats off to artist Fred Conlon who gives new life to a reclaimed army helmet by turning it into a rough-and-tough planter. Used during WWII in both combat and for training exercises, each helmet has a wonderfully raw and unfinished look to it. The base of the planter is made of transmission gears which provide added interest, texture and stability. Exclusively at UncommonGoods. Each is... More at UncommonGoods
Quell your appetite for modern art and the organic artistry of nature's winged masterpieces with this vibrant feeder. Resembling a hangable sculpture fit for an open-air gallery, this functional art piece adds a splash of color to your yard or porch as it attracts seasonal birds with a filling feast of birdseed. A concealed screen catches several cups of your birdies' favorite snack and... More at UncommonGoods
This colorful, metallic kitty playfully paws at two hanging fish mobiles sent a-twirl with each passing breeze. Fun and a touch exotic, this furry friend is sure to add the purrfect amount of feline charisma to your yard. Handcrafted by artisans in Bali of welded sheet metal painted a rich palette of autumnal hues that naturally oxidize over time into a lustrous patina. More at UncommonGoods
Mud pies may be a childhood favorite, but really they're not much more than a mess. But combine earthy ingredients, water, and some sweet, retro styling, and you get a creative, educational project that parents and children can share. Taking its cue from 50s-era kitchens, this kit will have your delighted little ones whipping up a batch of "seed cookies". Junior bakers...More at UncommonGoods
Weather we like it or not, we can't control where or when it rains, but we can certainly make the best of a wet day with a little dry humor. An inside joke among New Englanders, Weather Rocks help "forecast" what's to come by revealing the obvious: If they're dripping, it's likely you'll encounter rain today. More than just an outdoor ornament, they're a subtly cheeky...More at UncommonGoods
These flower garden kits are sure to attract novice and expert gardeners alike - and flying creatures too! The garden that attracts butterflies uses a variety of flowers such as the Butterfly Milkweed, Purple Coneflower, Bishop's Flower, Black-Eyed Susan and the California Poppy. The bird lovers flower garden is made up of wildflowers such as Purple Prarie Clover, Prarie Coneflower, Annual...More at UncommonGoods
Mary, Mary, quite contrary, how does your garden grow? If Mary is working with one of these simple gardening kits, her garden with be sprouting up with all kinds of wonderful surprises. Each kit includes easy-to-follow instructions, seeds, coconut fiber starter pots, dried compost disks, and wooden plant markers, so you can remember what is growing in which pot. They also come with a small...More at UncommonGoods
Inspired by outdoor time spent in her North Carolina garden, folk artist Margaret Taylor created this sweet blue bird as an homage to the striking beauty of local wildlife. Handmade using antique heart pine from Georgia and old spindles, silverware, and ceiling tin, each bird brings a bit of down-home charm wherever it goes. Displayed in a lush garden landscape, it's sure to pique the curiosity...More at UncommonGoods
For centuries, ship bells have been used for signaling, keeping time and providing alarm. Hand crafted by the Davidson family in Maine, this chime echoes that tradition with three cheerful and ascending tones ranging from a mellow pitch to a medium pitch to a higher pitch. Each ship bell is made of 60% recycled steel and created in an eco-friendly process. Has a "living...More at UncommonGoods
Garden art is always in bloom with extra-large and extra-colorful flowers handmade in Georgia of reclaimed barn wood and salvaged roof tin. Designed by Margaret Taylor.Due the handmade nature of these flowers, each is one-of-a-kind. Size and color will vary slightly.Sold Separately. More at UncommonGoods
Perfect for picnics or a romantic outing, this compact, over-the-shoulder, insulated wine tote includes two glasses, blue and white checkered napkins, a waiter's tool with corkscrew, and a separate insulated compartment to keep your wine at its correct temperature. Made in China. More at UncommonGoods
Garden art is always in bloom with extra-large and extra-colorful flowers handmade in Georgia of reclaimed barn wood and salvaged roof tin. Designed by Margaret Taylor. Due the handmade nature of these flowers, each is one-of-a-kind. Size and color will vary slightly. More at UncommonGoods
