HolyCool.net - Cool Stuff To Buy: January 2010

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The Better To Brew You With Teacup

I'm not a tea drinker, but I can't get over how cute this cup is!

"This mug and strainer duo is perfect for those days when you can't make it to grandma's for tea. Nestled under the umbrella-like lid, Red and the Wolf fight the chill of the rain by keeping your drink hot." Buy it here - $29.99

Totem Votive Set

The modular design of these three natural beech wood tealight holders allows them to be arranged in a variety of heights and configurations. Multiple sets can be used together to create a more dramatic effect. Buy it here - $26

Marware Sidewinder Deluxe Case for iPhone

A hardshell iPhone case complete with a snap-in wire storage unit.

Buy it here - $21 [via]

Vinyl Art T-Shirts

"Black silhouettes. Black vinyl. We crafted some interesting images out of an old record, carefully maintaining the eye line of the subject and matching it to the hole on the record. The result makes for some slightly twisted images." Buy it here - $55

A Posture - Energy Efficient Stapler

Apart from it looking very cool (and it looks a lot like a high-heel to me), this stapler's patented design saves you up to 60% in energy.

" Through its fluid shape, the patented design saves energy by 60%,
a secret weapon for creating a more elegant you. Using standard staples, the rear’s refill button controls the storage mechanism, allowing easy replacement of up to 2 staple sets, doubling standard capacity."

Buy it here - $8.75 [via]

Throwboy Pillows

The Love Collection from Throwboy makes a sweet Valentine's gift for geeks.

And the rest of their collection is just an essential in any geek's house.

Buy it here - $29 each

Ribbon Lamp

A beautiful, sleek desk lamp that can adapt to the user's mood and transforms from a task to ambient lighting on demand. Using CCFL technology- which is used to backlight flat panel LCD displays- it offers energy efficiency, low heat, and a life of up to 15,000 hours. Buy it here ($148).

Sparrow Clips

This set of 16 clips in four bright colors can be used to hang clothes and artwork, or to fasten bags. Made of plastic, each features a charming sparrow-shaped design. Buy it here ($15)

Peek Pillow

Playing with halftone images, we stumbled upon some cool effects. Your new friends appear from this pillow when you step back a few yards. Buy it here ($35)

'Put It Here Pal' Letterpress Coasters

Set of six hand-shaped coasters with letter-pressed text (PUT IT THERE PAL) in the palm. Made of heavy card stock. The text and the lines between the fingers have been letter-pressed. Buy it here ($24)

Tasto Chip and Dip Set

A clever take on the chip and dip, this versatile ceramic serving bowl holds up to three colorful removable pouches made of heat- and stain-resistant silicone. The pouches are ideal for serving sauces, dips, and condiments and are dishwasher-safe. Buy it here ($25)

Housemouse Doorstop

"this contemporary doorstop is a mighty mouse indeed. he can easily wedge under heavy doors to keep them propped open. this versatile housemouse can also clamp onto windows and sills. winner of several european product design awards including the prestigious red dot." Buy it here ($35) [via]

Gardener/Pig Herb Planters

Plant your own little cress garden on your window sill! Simply place the seeds on cotton or a paper towel, keep them moist and it's ready to eat after one week. Designed by Side by Side. Buy it here: gardener planter - pig planter (29.90€ - $42)

Ink Cartridge Lamps

Who knew ink cartridges would look so cool hanging from the ceiling?! These lamps created by Etsy seller boxlightbox - who is a print manager for a photography business in North Carolina - are made from cartridges that were disassembled and reassembled again. It can be plugged or wired into the ceiling. You can choose any combination of colors you want when ordering. The hanging lamp (first picture) available here ($45) and the chandelier - available here ($150)

Human Being Tee

Human Being Tee from Origin68 T-Shirts - Buy it here ($29)

Fiesta Head Chefs: Cooking Utensils for Kids

A collection of fun cooking utensils for kids. The unique comfortable design includes bendable arms and legs with soft silicone bodies which fit comfortably into small hands. The feet act as suction cups and can be affixed to most counter top surfaces so the spatula stands freely on its own. Buy it here($9.95 each)