What? You didn’t get a chance to go to that Rage Against the Machine concert when you were 7? It’s OK, Poster Cabaret has a huge selection of old concert posters for your hanging pleasure such as the one at left. But if Rage isn’t your thing, check the gallery for a complete list or [...]
Author Archives: Consumer Whore
It’s about time your kitchen featured tabbed browsing [Index Chopping Boards]
December 18, 2008 – 6:49 pm
If you get suckered into cooking dinner every night, you probably are real familiar with your friend Mr. Cutting Board. But all cutting boards are not created equal as you should cut meat on a different board that you cut, say, apples.
These color coded and tabbed cutting boards make it easy to keep your food [...]
Does your living room smell like pee too? [NYC Subway signs]
December 17, 2008 – 4:53 pm
When you were 15 and you wanted a street sign, you had to put in the hard work of stealing it. Urban Outfitters has saved you the trouble of that whole “getting arrested” thing.
The signs are 17 inches wide by 11 inches high and made of steel. There are three subway signs to pick from, [...]
They’re like Russian Dolls. But not as awesome [Personal Valet Pouches ]
December 16, 2008 – 11:04 am
For the traveler or obsessive compulsive organizer in your life, Wrapables features a set of of “Personal Valet Puches” labeled for all of your toiletry needs.
The bags are closable with a drawstring and feature “bold graphics.”
I wish someone would buy me this [English language poster]
December 15, 2008 – 2:17 pm
The designer of this print spent a year in Europe, only to come to the conclusion that Europeans use a much more interesting set of characters. Typography nerds may disagree, but one thing is certain: the poster looks damn cool.
The print comes sized 24.5 inches by 37 inches.
It kinda looks like a tape measure too [Around Clock]
December 11, 2008 – 12:58 pm
CW has covered its share of clocks, but this is one was too cool to pass up.
Inspired by the earth’s rotation, the red bar remains static as the white disc rotates to reflect the time. The clock requires one AA battery, and it is included.
Quick, Kissinger! Get me the kitchen! [Retro Telephone]
December 10, 2008 – 1:12 pm
Cell phones lose signal, run out of battery, and can be dropped in the toilet. Even cordless phones for landlines have a habit of not lasting more than two years. The rotary phones of old were tanks, working for decades after first being purchased. In this day of switching phones every few months, keep an [...]
One day, the 8-track will make a comeback too [Mix Tape USB Drive]
December 9, 2008 – 1:37 pm
For mixtape lovers, today’s music technology must be frustrating. It is easier than ever to compile 10 tracks to give to a loved one. But, for some reason, there is a lack of romanticism in handing a CD-RW disc off.
Have the best of both worlds with the Mix Tape USB Drive. Inside of the retro [...]
Google escapes the Internet [Free Gmail stickers]
December 8, 2008 – 1:51 pm
Yeah, that’s right. FREE.
The internet overlords over at Google have offered free Gmail stickers to anyone who wants to send them an envelope with return postage. A great cheap gift for the nerd in your life, the stickers range from the Gmail logo to a handy guide to keyboard shortcuts.
The stickers are only while supplies [...]
My bowls have been hanging out with the Russian dolls [Nesting Bowls]
December 5, 2008 – 3:41 pm
If you’re like CW, you have an entire cabinet dedicated to cooking bowls. And if you’re really like CW, they are all haphazardly stacked on top of each other, waiting to fall on the next unsuspecting chef.
These nesting bowls add a splash of color to your metallic monotony and solve the problem of a messy [...]
My iPod is like a panda: Bamboo powered [3 Pod Charging Station]
December 4, 2008 – 1:59 pm
At the very least, most of us have a cell phone, an mp3 player and a digital camera. While these devices are all productive for the social life, the chargers that are required for these devices don’t help keep your house clean and organized.
To remedy this problem, Kangaroom offers a sleek three device charger made [...]
I voted for FDR in this dress [Pinup Girl Clothing]
December 3, 2008 – 12:58 pm
America has long had an obsession with its past, particularly when it comes to fashion. If you’re hankering to unleash your inner Marilyn Monroe, head on over to Pinup Girl Clothing for their ungodly selection of all the ol’ fashioned World War II era threads you could ever desire.
While pictured is the “Sailor Sweetie Pie” [...]
That’s eggs-actly the headline pun I was looking for [Ceramic Egg Holder]
December 2, 2008 – 12:00 pm
Maybe your fridge doesn’t have a space to put an egg carton. Or maybe you hate the look of the cardboard that most eggs come in. Either way, the Ceramic Egg Holder is a cheap way to keep your eggs safe and accessible while adding a tough of style. And, we all know eggs are [...]
I like my headphones like my music: Trendy [Skullcandy Headphones]
December 1, 2008 – 12:00 pm
If you had to describe every pair of headphones you have ever had, you would probably use words like “black”, “metal” and “boring”. Skullcandy headphones stick out from the other guys by offering colorful designs to compliment the unique person that you are. And the headphones aren’t just for show, some DJs swear by these [...]
Let me point you in the right direction
November 28, 2008 – 3:55 pm
Those times where guests walk through your door and peer around looking for the coat rack are over. If anyone asks “where can I put my coat?” you can point to your giant arrow coat hangers and mock their intelligence.
These coat hangers not only make it obvious where the jackets go, but the nerds in [...]
Don’t get jumped while wearing these buttons
November 27, 2008 – 12:00 pm
Back before Xbox Live, there were these things called “arcades” where people gathered to play video games. These buttons by Supermandolini attempt to recreate said “arcades,” especially fighting games like Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat. Fighting game staples such as block, punch, and kick are included, as well as the one and two player buttons. [...]
Your retro clock is flipping out
November 26, 2008 – 12:00 pm
If you are going to sit at work all day watching the clock, you might as well make it pleasant to look at. While it may take you back to to simpler time, the Retro Flip Down Clock is still sleek and modern, and is ten times cooler than whatever clock you have on your [...]
Now write “I will remember to use a coaster” on the board 30 times.
November 25, 2008 – 12:00 pm
When you were five, you wrote on the walls, floor, and any other surface your figner paint would allow. Nowadays, you’ll have to settle for Vitamin Design’s green chalkboard coasters. The coasters are mini chalkboards with magnets on the back that allows them to switch hit between keeping water rings off of your table and [...]