Awesome Living

Sure, you could go with one of those newfangled Ring video doorbells, or you could go old school and put a knocker on your door. Etsy shop Skulls4All sells these cast aluminum skull door knockers that are sure to scare off any unwanted solicitors who show up at your door.

Keep your booze and barware organized and ready to serve in this vintage-style steamer trunk from Design Toscano. It offers plenty of storage space for bottles, glassware, and accessories, and sits on six casters for easy movement. Its exterior features a replica of an 18th-century nautical map.

Whether you’re camping, lighting your fireplace, or a backyard fire pit, GoFire fire starters give your fire a fighting chance. Each packet is filled with non-toxic paraffin wax and produces a long-lasting 8″ to 10″ flame to help get your fire going. They’re also waterproof and windproof.

Don’t let mosquitoes and ticks ruin your outdoor adventures. Ranger Ready’s Picaridin-based insect repellents keep bugs at bay for up to 12 hours, and without neurotoxins like DEET, so they’re safe on skin. They come in three pleasant scents as well as unscented. They also make a long-wearing Permethrin clothing spray.

The two-toned color schemes on these table lamps were inspired by the tides at Northern California’s Mavericks Beach. They feature a spherical glass shade and a brushed steel base, and include an LED Edison-style bulb. Choose from 10″ or 5″ diameter variants. Sale ends 4.11.2021.

X Rocker’s combination computer desk and bunk bed is the perfect piece of furniture for a kid’s room or if you’re just short on space. Its lower tier has room for a complete gaming PC with dual monitors, a large 77.5″ x 35″ desk surface, and a shelf for displaying collectibles. Its twin-sized bed holds up to 220 pounds.

There’s no question that a good pocket knife is an important tool for both everyday tasks and emergencies. And when you’re under the gun, you want a quick-opening blade. Everyday Carry is here with 10 models which use a spring to boost their deployment speed and ease of opening. We’re quite partial to the CRKT P.S.D.

Keep your hair neatly groomed on a moment’s notice with this handy wallet-size metal comb. It’s made from durable stainless steel, and has a built-in bottle opener too. Available in a variety of colors including silver, black, and Aegean blue. (Wallet not included.)

Oklahoma leather goods maker Backerton handcrafts these substantial covers for your Moleskine, Field Notes, and other 3.5″ x 5.5″ journals. Each one features a bold image that’s been permanently fused into the surface of the leather. There are lots of cool designs to choose from, but Godzilla is our favorite.

This pocket-sized multi-driver features a star-shape handle for quick access to its six magnetic bit holders. Its body is made from zinc alloy, and its center has ceramic bearings, so it doubles as a fidget spinner. Comes with two flathead, two Phillips, and two Torx bits. Save 24% on a 2-pack The Awesomer Shop.

Despite being made almost entirely out of bamboo, this unique handmade home has a contemporary aesthetic. The guys from Primitive Survival Tool spent about 60 days in the woods building this villa from scratch. It’s not obvious at first glance, but it actually has a basement with a bedroom hidden inside.

Need a super bright and diffuse light source when working on projects? This plug-in 54-watt, 6000-lumen LED lamp kicks out a ton of light and evenly distributes it in a 360-degree circle. It uses 162 individual LEDs to create smooth, shadow-free light. Measures appx. 12″ high x 5″ diameter.

Skip the Truly and create your own unique fizzy, boozy drinks. Made by GrowlerWerks, the uKeg Twist lets you make your own flavored hard seltzers at home or on the go. Fill the container with water, flavors, and liquor, then drop in a CO2 cartridge into the lid and shake. It also keeps drinks cold and carbonated all day long.

This unique see-through shower head produces a large coverage area using a grid of holes in an acrylic block. Each of its 276 is precision drilled to produce a satisfying circular vortex. Works with standard shower fittings in either a horizontal or vertical position. Sale price through 4.6.2021 on Touch of Modern.

We love the unique faceted design on GearPride’s stainless steel tumblers. They hold up to 200ml (or nearly 17 oz.) of your favorite beverage, and their double-wall insulation keeps drinks hot or cold for up to 5 hours. They come in various colors, including natural, black, white, red, and multicolor gradient.

Roxon’s 16-in-1 multitool packs in a ton of functionality for a reasonable price. It includes pliers, a knife, saw blade, screwdrivers, wine, bottle, and can openers, wire cutters, a glass breaker, and more. Notably, its scissors aren’t the tiny kind that most pocket tools include.

Cineik’s minimal key holder is made from a pair of custom-machined titanium bars that hold keys in place with screws and washers. The set includes a variety of stainless steel screws and black nylon washers which can accommodate a wide assortment of keys or a flat USB flash drive.

This compact steel fire pit offers an unobstructed view of its flame from every side, making it a perfect centerpiece for outdoor gatherings. It has a removable fire screen and ash catcher and can be ordered with an optional grill top. It measures 18″ L x 14″ W x 9″ H and weighs 14.5 lb.

UK furniture company Pith & Stem designed this smart and practical home workstation that hides behind a piece of wall art when not in use. When opened, it reveals a pair of 24″ monitors, a 48″ x 24″ work surface, and storage cubbies for a keyboard and other accessories.

This tiny writing instrument goes anywhere and never needs ink. It uses a special silver composite tip that can leave its mark on a wide variety of surfaces. It measures less than 1″ long, and can also be used for opening boxes. Choose from titanium, copper, or brass variants.

Headed to Australia? If you have an inkling for quiet, off-grid living, check out this home located in Mansfield. Never too Small takes us inside this tiny home, which is built from two shipping containers, each with a kitchen, bath, and sleep quarters. The main unit has a wall that folds down to reveal a deck and a fireplace.

It’s important to keep your wrists and arms in a good position when typing. This ergonomic wrist rest from Wood Design by Elliot uses a laser-cut living hinge to form its curved and semi-flexible body. It sits on rubber feet to prevent slippage and can be ordered in a variety of keyboard widths.

Koble’s wood and fabric side tables feature an integrated Bluetooth Speaker, along with a 5-watt wireless charging plate on their surface. They come in two designs – the rectangular Ralph, and the circular Zain, which adds USB charging ports and a subwoofer.