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Hand-Forged and Handy

July 14, 2011

Our buyers are busy building a great assortment of products. Are these Hand-Forged Bottle Openers the right tools for the job? The heavy-duty utensils look and feel like the pincers, pliers, hammer and wrench which inspired them. If you’d like to see these cast iron openers in our lineup, visit our Community Voting App and let us know!

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This Just In: Racers Ready

July 13, 2011

Racers Ready

Jess said: “Love this idea – great quick games offer variety that will keep the kids (and adults) entertained for a long time!”

Looking for loads of family fun in one compact kit? The Racers Ready game is complete with rules for fun challenges and an electronic timer, easily stored in the functioning whistle. Just add some common household items like kitchen tongs or a deck of cards, and let the races begin!

Are you ready for this and more Community Approved goods? Or, would you rather visit our Community Voting App to tell us what you think of other potential products? Keep reading our Product Design posts for your daily dose of what’s new at UncommonGoods!

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Do You Love This Astrology Jewelry?

July 12, 2011

Brooklyn artist Julie Nolan gave a Swiss astrology calendar from the 1900s a modern update when she hand-stamped the constellation patterns in bold brass and created beautiful jewelry.  The larger holes represent brighter stars, making a seemingly abstract pattern that actually symbolizes your astrological sign.

Which of these shining new additions to our Community Voting App would you rather wear? Leave a comment to let us know whether you’d prefer your sign on the Astrology Necklace or the Astrology Bracelet.

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Don’t Resist the Temptation!

July 11, 2011

Our product development team is hard at work planning a new good perfect for the sweet tooth or chocoholic.  Whether it’s  decadent dark chocolate, gooey caramel, fluffy nougat or another sweet indulgence you love, a Candy Bar Holder lets you keep your non-so- secret chocolate stash out in the open to be admired.

The pewter stand, which doubles as a paperweight, is complete with Oscar Wilde’s famous quote: “I can resist everything but temptation.”

Visit our Community Voting App to vote and let our product developers know what direction you’d like to see this potential product take!

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Is This Your Dream Dish?

July 10, 2011

Pillow Plates

These pillows may look soft and fluffy, but they’re actually food-safe stoneware plates! Inspired by hotel chocolates on your pillow, Pillow Plates are perfect for sweet treats, late night snacks, slumber parties or even unexpected bedroom decor. Designed by Jono Pandolfi and made in the USA, these creative dishes are far from a yawn! Visit our Community Voting App to vote and comment on this and the other fun new products our buyers are considering.

 

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This Just In: Water & Wine

July 9, 2011

Brianna said: “I LOVE this!! And would be happy to get it! I love the fact that it is recycled and it just looks weird/different which is totally me! I like the unique look and just everything about it! =)”

UncommonGoods artists Vicki and Richard Kung are no strangers to innovative design. All of their products are inspired by robots, giving them a sci-fi feel. These Water & Wine Placemats are no exception. Available as a set of four, the PET felt mats are created using 100% post-consumer waste plastic bottles. The circle at the center of each placemat is removable, creating an extra coaster for  your wine glass.

We’re happy to give these mats a place in our assortment of Community Approved goods! We’re also excited to hear what you have to say about the latest goods in our Community Voting App. Continue reading our blog to see what voters are saying about the Personalized Chalk BoardSilver Phrase Bangles and Rope Wine Holder.

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Which Bracelet Says it Best?

July 8, 2011

These hand-cast, sterling silver bangles are made with love by archeologist-turned-artist Mary Steratore. A clever way to brighten someone’s day or show off your personal motto, we want to spread the word about these bold bangles. Our buyers are asking: Which phrase do you love most?

Created with flickr slideshow from softsea.
Christy has her eye on At First Glance. “A very loving sentiment! I would be very pleased with this item as a gift!”

Terry is beaming over My Sunshine. “I want to buy this as soon as it’s available”

Regreet(TM) is sharing love for Outside the Lines on Twitter “(@regreet) @FezzyWog colors outside the lines RT @UncommonGoods: Do you color outside the lines?”

Do you love one of these fabulous phrases? Or, is To Thine Own Self or Be Bold a better quote for you? Visit our Community Voting App and speak up. We want to know which words you’d wear!