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computer keyboard clocks: time to press enter

computer_key_clocks

I love these fun and functional clocks modeled to look like giant computer keys.

Each clock measures in at about 10-inches square, making it about 175 times larger than a regular computer key. While you won’t be able to spell out “CTRL-ALT-DEL” if you hang three of these on the wall, you could buy all…

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September 10th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: design geek art + craft just plain fun timepieces

pokemon hand towel: gotta fold ‘em all

pokemon hand towel

If you absolutely must share your love of Pokémon with the world, this is not a bad way to do it–by stitching little pocket monsters on your towels. It’s attractive, simple to match with other bathroom gear in bright colors, and anyone who isn’t a fan gets to wipe their hands on the Pokémon. Everyone…

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July 26th, 2009 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: alisha k.

filed under: geek art + craft video games

colin o’dowd’s ekg coat rack definitely no flatliner

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Looking for a cool way to keep your coats up off the floor? Then look no further than the Beat coat rack by designer Colin O’Dowd.

Whether you think of it as the pulse of a beating heart, the waveform of your favorite tune, or the trend line for your stock portfolio, it’s definitely a…

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May 14th, 2009 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: design just plain fun

add never-ending tetris to your wall

tetris wall decal vinyl retro game etsy

Anyone can play a game of Tetris; the Russian classic is available in dozens of formats, and there are clones and knock-offs aplenty. You can even go the Soylent Green route and make your Tetris out of people if you are so inclined. But why not step head and shoulders above the rest and plaster a perennial…

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December 15th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: alisha k.

filed under: design geek art + craft video games

tetris vinyl wall decals: blocks fall on your wall

Tetris Vinyl Wall Decals by Fame

Looking for a fun way to spruce up your gameroom? These fun Tetris block decals let you enjoy a life-sized version of the classic block puzzle game on your wall.

Created by a Vancouver, BC graphic artist going by the moniker “Fame”, the set of vinyl stickers are perfect for any smooth surface. Each set…

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April 15th, 2008 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft just plain fun video games

clock drops numbers, doesn’t care what time it is

Dropped Numerals Clock by Nextime

Here’s a clock for people who are perpetually tardy, and want to stay that way. All of the digits on the dial of this wall clock have fallen off of the face, causing a major numeric pile-up at the bottom.

 
While Nextime’s Fallen Numeral clock does have a functional time mechanism, it really couldn’t…

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March 22nd, 2008 comments (6) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: design timepieces

tetris mirror reflects your puzzled expression

Tetris Mirror by Soner Ozenc

If you thought those wall-size arcade artworks I wrote about the other day were a bit too bold for your taste, you might want to check out these slightly more subtle Tetris-inspired mirrors hanging on your wall instead.

UK product designer Soner Ozenc’s Tetris Mirror is comprised of thirteen interlocking mirrored acrylic panels, which can…

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March 18th, 2008 comments (8) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: design video games

dragon speakers breathe music not fire

Dragon Speakers by Axelsson

Whether you’re outfitting your media room with a Grauman’s Chinese Theater motif, or you just like scaly reptilians, these dragon speakers are sure to make a dramatic statement in your home.

Designed by UK studio Axelsson Design, these awesome dragon speakers look like something that belong in the villain’s lair in a John Woo film.…

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February 11th, 2008 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: design home entertainment

pac-man and his namco pals in pillow form

Namco Plush Figures Pac-Man and Dig Dug

Did you cut your teeth dropping every last quarter of your allowance into arcade machines back in the 80s? Here’s a little something to bring back those memories whenever parked on your couch or reclining in your La-Z-Boy. Check out this great set of plush pillows of your some of your favorite arcade characters of…

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September 13th, 2007 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: just plain fun video games

space invaders invade your living room

Space Invaders Pillows

One of my favorite places to shop for unique art and gifts is on Etsy. I was surfing around there today and came across an artist who goes by the name of MonkeyCraft and specializes in making video game inspired accessories. My favorite item: these cool Space Invaders inspired pillows…

She’s also got some fun Tetris and…

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March 30th, 2007 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: geek art + craft retro video games