After seeing another artist make a tabletop by scorching wood, Burls Art was inspired to try the technique with a guitar body. After burning some maple, he coated it with epoxy to preserve its finish, then cut a thick sheet of copper to inlay into its face. He forced the copper into a blue-green patina using ammonia, vinegar, and salt.
The Tote Collection from the sustainable bag brand, Troubadour has gotten a bunch of impressive eco-friendly upgrades. Our fave is the handsome Carrier Tote with a zip-top to keep things secure, a padded laptop sleeve, interior pockets, a non-slip neoprene shoulder strap, and side snaps to expand the bag’s cargo space as needed.
Jonathan Wolff’s improvised bass riffs from Seinfeld are some of the most memorable in TV history. Bassist Paul Thompson says growing up on that and other TV theme songs inspired his music career. He performed his ten favorite bass lines from classic TV shows, including Northern Exposure, The White Shadow, The Wire, Barney Miller, and Night Court.
A multi-platinum star without a booze brand is like a day without sunshine. Or, in this case a day without a Tequila Sunrise. Not only does Bay Area hip-hop star E-40 have his own Blanco, Reposado and Anejo tequilas — he named them after himself: E. Cuarenta literally means E-40 in Spanish.
Lebanese singer Tony Abou Jaoudeh, aka looneytony4 is a master of vocal impressions. In this video, he performs The Weeknd’s 1980s-style track Save Your Tears in the voices of artists who were popular in the 1980s like A-Ha, Pet Shop Boys, Depeche Mode, and George Michael. His Jimmy Somerville is spot on.
You’ll never drop a driver bit again with the SwatClips magnetic bit box on your belt. This small case offers storage for drill and screwdriver bits and holds them in place securely with powerful rare earth magnets. Its lid opens 90º for easy access and it can keep up to 12 bits inside for longer-term storage.
Say you cracked a tail light on your classic car. You could search eBay or junkyards for a replacement, but if you can’t find one, a repair might be your only option. We watched in awe as this talented craftsman fixed a missing piece of plastic from an old taillight, precisely matching its texture and color, and making it look as good as new.
Most of the best (and all of the cheapest) flat-screen TVs need an external soundbar for a movie theater experience at home. A premium 36” sound bar and wireless subwoofer like the two-component TCL Q Class Q6310 does the trick, delivering 350 watts of audio power for an economical price.
This unique tiki mug from artist Tom “Thor” Thordarson and Tikiland Trading Co. looks like an old bottle that washed up on the shore. Look closer, and you’ll see a detailed shipwreck scene surrounded by barnacles and a starfish. The ceramic mug holds about 24 oz. of your favorite rum and fruit juice concoction. Pre-orders ship starting in late 2023.
This ultra-compact pocket tool from Outdoor Edge is perfect for opening all those Amazon boxes that get delivered to your house. Its retractable holder accepts standard utility blades, while its handle incorporates flat head and Phillips screwdrivers, a pry tool, and a bottle opener. Comes in black, orange, or blue.
Song lyrics often refer to locations, but they rarely are specific and sometimes inaccurate. Jam2Go thought he’d nail down the exact places in songs, starting with the guy in the Plain White T’s Hey There Delilah, who mentions he’s 1000 miles away from Delilah. Then he travels to Ocean Avenue, Africa, Over the Rainbow, and Country Roads.
Pelican’s Marine Phone Pouch protects smartphones while kayaking, swimming, snorkeling, and enjoying other outdoor activities. It’s IP68-certified waterproof and features built-in air cushions to help it float. A transparent face allows touchscreen use, and a clever design provides side button access. It’s also available in an XL size and multipacks.
Lại Trần Ninh Kiềm, aka Killusion, is a Vietnamese performer who combines laser light shows with dance. In this brief video, you’ll get a small taste of his skills with a routine choreographed to Arius’ remix of Blinding Lights. Check out Killusion on Instagram and Tik Tok for more great performances, including Laserman.
Heatonist double dares you to taste the hot sauces used in insane Hot Ones challenges. Recreate Season 21 of the spicy interview show at home with this ten-pack of bottles representing each heat level from 1-to-9 plus an 11 (one-better-than-ten) with a Scoville Heat Unit rating so intense it hasn’t been measured yet.
How Ridiculous has chopped things with a giant axe and slapped them with a killer fly swatter. Now, they’ve assembled the world’s largest blender. The giant appliance has a terrifying set of serrated blades that spin and kick objects against its polycarbonate walls. Among its victims were a surfboard, 10,000 golf balls, and some normal-size blenders.
Blend into your surroundings with this collection of desert-inspired pocket gear from Everyday Carry’s The Loadout. The curated set of six color-coordinated items includes a rugged Leatherman multitool, a Magpul slimline wallet, a Bertucci field watch, and more, all done up in dusty shades of desert tan.
If Bob Ross and Dr. Zoidberg had a kid, it might look something like this Cthulhu Chia Pet. H.P. Lovecraft’s creepy creature is ready to drive you insane with its beady eyes and tentacled face. Simply coat its head with the chia seeds, and in two weeks or less, your nightmares will come true.
We thought the Teletubbies were pretty weird to begin with. Thanks to Adam from North of the Border, these kids’ show characters are now downright creepy. His nightmare-fuel “Terrortubby” versions of Dipsy, Laa-Laa, Po, and Tinky-Winky look like they just stepped from the gates of hell to steal your children.
Bosch’s FlexiClick cordless 12V Drill/Driver System is compact yet incredibly versatile, thanks to its modular design. It has two speed settings, a built-in LED light, and comes with a keyless chuck, a locking bit holder, a right angle attachment, and an offset angle attachment.
Did you know that putting ink from a ballpoint pen on the tail of a leaf turns it into a tiny, self-propelled boat? Science educator Steve Mould digs into this phenomenon and explores the chemistry and physics at work to make these leaf boats move and leave a trail of ink on the surface.
Hammaka’s outdoor bed combines the comfort of a sleeping pad with the ability to hang it up as a hammock. Its inflatable pad can be adjusted to your desired firmness and can be used standalone on the ground as well. It measures 82″L x 35″W x 2.5″H and has a 300 lb weight capacity.
We love playing classic arcade games. But an arcade cabinet isn’t exactly the kind of thing you’d put right in the middle of most living rooms. Maker Alexandre Chappel shows us how he designed and built a 2-player arcade machine that hides inside of a sleek wood cabinet that hangs neatly on a wall.
Remember to live every time you take a sip from this ceramic stein in the shape of a human skull sitting on a tree stump. Each mug is hand-sculpted by Trevor Foster Studio and glazed with shades of brown to reveal its rich details. It holds up to 16 oz. and is heat and dishwasher-safe with the artist’s mark embossed on the bottom.
