Awesome Living

These rugged gear boxes from THYRM not only offer a safe, dustproof, waterproof home for your gadgets and other small items, they can be configured with a proprietary signal blocking polymer that keeps your tech off the grid if you truly need to get away from it all. Blocking version available direct from THRYM.

Do you have a tendency to get into all kinds of trouble? Document your many trials and tribulations in this red velvet journal letterpressed with “Consequences of My Own Actions (Volume 1)” on its cover. The 5″ x 7″ journal is perfect for keeping track of all of your bad decisions, so you can either avoid or replicate them in the future.

CRKT’s palm-sized multitool hangs from a carabiner clip and packs two 1/4″ drivers – one in its tip, and one on its side. It stores four bits in its handle, and has an oxygen bottle valve wrench, an LED light, and a removable bottle opener. Available with hex or torx bit sets.

Add some pizzazz to your dining table with this modern flatware. This stainless steel cutlery features a playful form that looks like it was sketched out of metal, while a built-in notch lets you lean them on the edge of a bowl or drying rack. Available in black, gold, silver, rose gold, or rainbow finishes. Sold in individual place settings.

There are lots of tools out there for breaking a car window in the event of an emergency, but most of them require a good deal of leverage. The LifeString has a spring-loaded steel spike that does the job with the greatest of ease. It also doubles as a 150-lumen flashlight.

This distinctive and elegant sake vessel gets its inspiration from the drips that occur during the Japanese spirit’s distillation process. Each one is crafted from stainless steel and features a removable cup and saucer that looks like rippling liquid. The bottom of the saucer can also be inscribed.

Sleep easy with a clear conscience on silky-smooth, eco-friendly, cruelty-free Ettitude CleanBamboo lyocell bedding. Sustainably made from organic bamboo, it’s hypoallergenic and naturally thermoregulating for extra comfort as summer transitions into fall. Sheets and duvets come in 11 shades.

These unique tiki mugs feature imagery of the grim reaper as a reminder to enjoy the splendor and riches of life before we meet our maker. Designed by Becky Cloonan and sculpted by Tufan Sezer and Mike Bonanno for Mondo. Choose from Mortuus, Exsanguine, or tan monochrome variants.

Petzl’s headlamp uses an array of seven bright LEDs to cast a smooth 500-lumen beam of light, illuminating the path ahead for evening jogs. Its lightweight headband ensures a comfortable but secure fit. A rear-mounted battery pack helps keep it balanced, while its front-mounted switch makes it easy to turn on and off.

When it comes to a flashlight, can it ever be too bright? Not if you’re a flashlight geek like we are. If you’re looking for the best and brightest lights on the market, look no further than Everyday Carry, who’s picked 14 great models, ranging from 7,500 to a blinding 100,000 lumens.

Presto’s Nomad Traveling Slow Cooker is easy to carry, transport and clean. It has a capacity of 8 qt. and has a see-through lid and an erasabe whiteboard so you can easily identify its contents. It has four settings and keeps food warm for hours. It does need a 120VAC outlet though. Also available in a 6 qt. version.

Mininch’s Spinner Drive Screwdriver gets its name from its detachable spinner wheel, which comes in handy when you need more grip and torque. It also has a ball bearing inside its handle, a magnetic bit holder, and slip-resistant grooves. It includes a bit storage cylinder and 20 bits.

Keep your pocket tools, watches, and other EDC gear organized with this lockable display valet from Drop. It holds up to 7 knives, 3 watches, a wallet, and 2 full-size pens or 4 small flashlights, and has a USB pass-through for charging. An optional storage drawer ($50) stacks beneath the main section for added capacity.

NoQuarterArcade handbuilds these sweet mid-century modern style arcade tables which play a wide variety of classic arcade games. They come with authentic arcade quality controls for two players, and pre-loaded with a number of games. They sell a 60-in-1 version, as well as a 412-in-1 version, and an 800-in-1 version.

Combine two shot flavors in one, or enjoy a shot and a chaser back to back with these split shot glasses. Each one has a 1 oz and half-ounce chamber and is made of reusable plastic. Sold in sets of 20, so you’ll always have plenty on hand.

Kammok’s Mantis is a single-person hammock that doubles as a tent. It weighs just under 3 pounds, including its insect net and a rainfly. A single person can set it up in about a minute, and the rainfly can be removed to pack even lighter or to customize your setup.

Keep your cool on hot and sticky summer days with a real air conditioning unit that runs on battery power. It can reduce air temperature by up to 30ºF in as little as 10 minutes, and runs entirely on battery or via a car cigarette lighter. It lasts up to 5 hours per charge and has a sleep mode for keeping your camping tent cool at night.

Enjoy the sweet and flowery taste of raw honey with this gift set from Bee Raw. It includes nine beeswax-sealed vials filled with Wild Raspberry, Blueberry, Orange Blossom, Buckwheat, Wild Black Sage, Sweet Yellow Clover, Basswood, Sourwood, Star Thistle, Aster, Tupelo, Meadowfoam, Holly Blossom, and Maple Blossom.

This compact trailer is incredibly versatile, in its ability to be used as either a camper or for hauling gear. Its metal structure can transport all kinds of equipment, while its optional pop-up tent can hold a workspace, dining table, or air mattresses, while its roof can carry kayaks, bicycles, or ski for your outdoor adventures.

We love how builder Laura Kampf is creates objects that are both thoughtful in their function and design. Her latest project is a curved wooden cabinet with a turntable and amplifier shelf, plenty of cubbies for storing records, and spaces for speakers that tuck neatly behind grille cloth.

Considering a visit to Austin, Texas? Take a short 45-minute South trip to the charming village of Wimberley for a stay at this wonderful tiny house from hosts Jennifer and Gregory. The house has a lofted bedroom with views of the woods, modern conveniences, and an idyllic outdoor space that includes a hot tub and a shower.

This compact and portable air pump makes quick work of inflating air mattresses and swimming pool floats, and doubles as a fan-powered bellows for starting BBQ fires faster. It charges via a standard USB cable and includes three nozzles for a variety of applications. Save 22% in The Awesomer Shop.

Aromaology makes a variety of great smelling products. If you’re looking for a great gift for a guy, try their 3-piece gift set, which includes a body/bath/hair massage oil, body butter, and a soy candle. Scents include mahogany/teakwood, rustic wood, lavender/vanilla, and more. They also make an envigorating eucalyptus scent.