Awesome Living

A smart contacts app for iOS. Humin lets you search your contacts using practical criteria like when or where you saved their info or where they live or work. It can also tell you which of your contacts know each other as well.

Nathan Shields made a neat little device he calls the Pangraph which he uses to pour pancake batter from a bottle directly to the griddle in spirograph patterns. With it he’s able to produce some awesome looking breakfast treats.

A plate with a cup holder at the bottom. It has two rails that locks most 16oz, 18oz and 20oz disposable cups in place. KuploK is reusable and is made from BPA-free recyclable plastic.

Made by MIT Engineering students, Press Fit’s lightweight maple plywood standing desk can be assembled or disassembled within seconds without the need for any tools. Press Fit will also make a sitting desk and stool set.

VSSL makes compact outdoor utility kits. Its supplies kit for instance packs 15 tools – including a flashlight, a candle and a wire saw – in an 8″ long aluminum tube. It also has a first aid kit and an emergency shelter kit.

Aprons filled with culinary information, such as measurements, abbreviations and cooking times. They are printed upside down so that they’ll be right side up when you’re wearing the apron. Available as a full apron or as a waist apron.

Level up your drink with Gama-Go’s silly flask that looks like an old Nintendo Game Boy. Guaranteed not to play Tetris or Pokémon Red or Green – unless you’re really drunk. Made from BPA-free plastic and holds 4.5 oz.

Should you decide to buy this fancy carbon fiber stapler, you’ll then understand why Milton in Office Space was so protective of his office supplies. And no, its shell doesn’t make it more aerodynamic than standard staplers.

Kutani Choemon is a 130-year-old Japanese pottery shop that uses a 17th century style. But it can still keep up with us young ‘uns, as shown by its teacups that feature modern pastimes. The shop also has surfer chopstick stands.

A business card that folds into a 1MB USB drive that holds a hyperlink to your online profile, portfolio, website or more. It also has a QR code and NFC support. Its software lets you update the link even after you’ve given your cards away.

The perfect bookend for all your old cowboy books, this cast resin weapon is based on a vintage revolver, embellished with intricate flourishes. Buy two and have an old-fashioned shootout between the ends of your bookshelf.

Unlike most power strips, Conway Electric’s Extō was made to be left out in the open.  Its outlet-style body and cover are available in nine colors. It also has a 12′ cotton-covered cord, slip-resistant feet and mounting holes.

Brooks England’s MT21 multitool has allen keys, Torx heads, screwdrivers, spoke wrenches, a chain tool, a bottle opener, a saddle spanner and a knife. Its leather case comes in black, brown or ochre. Also available here and here.

Finally, a travel pillow that won’t make people want to punch you. From the makers of the Air Bed comes the Air Pakk, a backpack with an inflatable and adjustable padding. It also has removable inner pockets and outer covers.

A smartly designed aluminum stand for iMacs and Apple Thunderbolt monitors, which includes front-facing USB ports, and audio jack and magnetic docking cradles to hold and charge a wide variety of smartphones or tablets.

Like Coin and Wocket, the Loop CampusWallet is a case for the iPhone 5/5S that can stand in for your credit card and other cards. The case works with the magnetic stripe payment terminals used in stores. It’s also a battery.

A dramatic time-lapse demonstration of the fermentation process in the making of Sierra Nevada’s Bigfoot Ale, with massive batches of bubbling hops, yeast and wort rising and falling on their way to becoming delicious beer.

Lighten up your coffee with this clever glass creamer which looks like one of those restaurant coffee pots. And before you complain that the orange top means “decaf”, just remember that half-and-half has no caffeine either.

An iOS app that lets you quickly order pizza. It stores your credit card information and delivery address to make successive orders much easier to place. Also, Hipster Billy Mays cameo alert! He’s like the Nic Cage of online commercials.

Skip the ice cubes and keep your cocktails cool by wrapping them in ice. These silicone molds sculpt a wall of ice – using water, juice or other drink mixers to dramatic effect. Available in martini or rocks versions.

A tumbler that turns piping hot coffee – or any other beverage – into a chilled drink in just a couple of minutes. Like Zoku’s slushie maker, the tumbler is meant to be stored in the freezer to keep it cold.

Tables for the high rolling dice roller. Geek Chic’s tables have two surfaces – a removable top and a recessed playing area. You can customize the number of player stations, drawers and rails and pick from walnut, maple or cherry wood.

The Barisieur is Joshua Renouf’s concept for a coffee lover’s alarm clock. When the alarm goes off, an electric heater and stainless steel balls boil the water, which will then drip onto coffee grounds. Why does this not exist already?