Awesome Living

The neon glow of Blade Runner’s Los Angeles is one of the most iconic looks in all of science fiction. Yesteryear Prop Store sells real neon signs based on ones seen in the movie. Our favorite is the noodle bar dragon, but if you’ve got the bucks and the space, go for the giant TDK sign and reenact Roy Batty’s Tears in the Rain speech.

Tanteo Tequila is an ultra-premium 100% agave tequila. It’s distilled, infused, and bottled by hand in Juanacatlán, Mexico at the only distillery owned by a co-op of agave farmers. Tanteo distills three unique pepper tequilas with different flavor profiles and heat levels: spicy Jalapeño, smokey Chipotle, and hot Habanero.

Bridge City Tool Works’ tiny triangle is a great addition to any craftsperson’s arsenal. The anodized aluminum tool makes 90º and 45º marks and is also great for squaring tight corners, like inside of a drawer. Its detachable foot is held on with three strong magnets and can be adjusted for left- or right-handed markings.

Bag maker Incase has added the everyday carry Hipsack to its products made from Bionic – plastic pollution recovered from the ocean. Designed to be worn at the waist or as a shoulder sling, the Hipsack has secure mesh, Velcro and zippered storage pockets, and a detachable keyring to keep valuables organized.

Artist Pete Betcher of The BKPK Shop makes all kinds of cool and geeky objects for the home. Among them is this illuminated wall art which looks like a modernist Death Star. It’s made from baltic birch plywood and acrylic, and casts cool shadows onto the wall around it. Measures 11″ across, and takes a 40w candelabra bulb.

Grim Workshop created this clever accessory that expands the capacity of wallets, bags, and pouches by adding an elastic gear holder. The smaller models are ideal for pocket tools, keys, and paper currency, while the Bandit XL wraps around objects as large as 8″. The Bandit Wrap is ideal for adding gear slots to bag straps.

These modern bath towels incorporate a specially engineered textile inspired by NASA technology. Made from an ultrafine cotton/polymer matrix weave called XPLORE 11, Apollo towels are designed to maximize absorbency, softness, and durability. They also dry up to 5x faster than traditional towels and resist odors.

Always wanted a chiseled jawline? Change your face by building its muscles. You might look silly using the Jawzrsize, but your jaw, neck, and face muscles will thank you for it. The set includes four silicone exercisers that can help work muscles and improve blood flow. Available for a limited time from The Awesomer Shop.

This compact outdoor grill from Gyber makes quick work of meats, pizzas, and more thanks to its propane infrared heating element. It can hit temps as high as 1500ºF for fast searing and perfectly crisp crusts. Includes a pizza stone and shovel for handling hot foods. Save $49 with code GASGRILL49.

Designer Kerstin Phleger’s concept design is for a desk that can transform into a bed when needed. It has an accordion-style fold-out frame that supports a roll-up foam mattress with enough room for two. No more snoozing under your desk like George on Seinfeld!

Everyday Carry looks back at the past month to see what kind of gear its readers clicked on the most. The top 10 items feature a great assortment that includes CRKT’s Techliner pen, Seiko’s SNE331 Solar military watch, along with some sweet pocket tools, a compact accessory bag, and more.

Hailing from rural China, a man going by the nickname “Mr. Tiger” has been painstakingly digging into a mountainside to build a house. He used various hand and power tools to gradually chip away at the rock to create a small living space, which he hopes to expand over time. Follow his progress on YouTube or Ixigua.

Tactica’s sleek and modern bottle opener is a great addition to any utility drawer or bar kit. Its chiseled shape is designed for consistent and reliable cap popping. It’s made from durable stainless steel and comes in raw metal, orange, and black finishes.

Novel Carry’s pocket tool packs 12 functions, including a 4mm magnetic bit driver, a 1/4″ hex wrench, rulers, a pry bar, and a bottle opener. An internal storage compartment holds three micro bits, and it has a built-in pocket clip. Comes in stainless steel or titanium, plus blackwash titanium when they hit 500 backers.

Solgaard’s ingenious carry-on suitcase lets you travel without unpacking. It has a shelving system that expands to provide access to folded garments. The closet section can also be hung in a hotel closet. Its hardshell case is made from recycled ocean plastic and comes in 39L and 46L sizes. They also make 96L checked luggage.

One of the cooler options coming to the Rivian R1T electric pickup truck is the integrated mobile kitchen. It slides out of the side of the truck and includes a pair of induction burners, a sink, 5 gallons of water storage, and storage for cooking and serving accessories. Volter Media posted a demo of a late-stage prototype.

One of the worst things about shaving is the mess left around your sink and bathroom afterward. The Stubble Buddy fixes that by sweeping and vacuuming up facial and other manscaping messes in seconds and without having to fetch the broom or dustbuster while you’re naked.

Keep your clothes and accessories neat and organized when traveling with this rollup weekender bag. It’s made of waterproof nylon, has mesh inner pockets and a hook to turn it into a wardrobe. It can be carried as a shoulder bag and also fits in backpack bedroll straps. Save 30% in The Awesomer Shop.

Now that you’ve got your sweet guitar cutting board, complete your kitchen musical instrument collection with these guitar-shaped serving utensils from Kikkerland. They come in spoon, spatula, and tongs, each made from 100% beechwood. Hand wash only.

This palm-sized light is all about versatility. Its built-in clip lets you wear it on your clothes, bag, or hat, casting a bright 150-lumen beam from its front LED. Its side light outputs either a blue or red light, which can help with visibility and safety when walking or biking at night.

This control system helps improve the quality and consistency of indoor and greenhouse gardens. Its sensors track critical environmental data like temperature, humidity, PH, and more. It can use that data to trigger grow lights, pumps, valves, and other components, for a fully-automated grow operation.

Keep your beard under control with Beardbrand’s colorful patterned combs. They’re made from durable cellulose acetate and are designed to minimize snags. They offer two different spacings for different hair types and work great on straight, curly, or wavy beards. Available in large (6.88″) and pocket (4.31″) sizes.

If you’re going to sip whiskey at home, you should have coasters to keep your tabletops in tip-top shape. We can think of none more perfect than Urban Industrial’s coasters, made in Kentucky from reclaimed bourbon barrel staves. Also available in a dark, charred finish. Sold in sets of two or four.