Reminder - No Posts in July!
Just a friendly reminder that we're taking a break this month. If you're interested in being a writer or have ideas of things you'd like to see on our blog, please email us. See you in August!
Just a friendly reminder that we're taking a break this month. If you're interested in being a writer or have ideas of things you'd like to see on our blog, please email us. See you in August!
Gotta get a few posts in before the break! How about this awesome tee from Partybots? A polar bear in a neck tie may well be the greatest thing since sliced bread! $32 at B Bluebottle Art.
Made from real baseballs used in major league games, these baseball cufflinks will surely put a smile on the face of that baseball fan of yours. $130 at The Spoon Sisters
Oh too cute! A collection of adorable salt n' pepper kissing pooches to decorate your picnic table. I love the chihuahua one (because I have a chihuahua!) but there are other doggies to choose from - doxies, boston terriers, bulldogs, labs - and even a few non-dogs, like turtles, frogs and piggies. $13.95 at Catching Fireflies
It is super hot right now in Los Angeles, and with the sun shining bright, it's good to remember to put on sunscreen. The Will Ferrell sunscreen cracks me up - he's such a goofball, I love it! SPF 30, and proceeds go towards scholarships for cancer survivors. Awesome! Limited edition. $12 pre-order at Fred Flare
Hello Birdie Friends!
With a heavy heart, I must sadly announce that Sharla will no longer be a regular contributor for Rare Bird Finds. Sharla and I made our first Rare Bird Finds post in March of 2006, and it's been a fun ride! I always looked forward to seeing what finds she discovered and cursing her name for helping to empty out my wallet :) All of us will greatly miss Sharla's eye for the beautiful and the unusual, but more so, her warm spirit and enthusiasm. However, she is moving on her journey to take care of her two beautiful toddlers and tending to her jewelry shop (which you really must visit, if you haven't!)
But this isn't the end of Rare Bird Finds!
We will be taking a break in July to clear our heads and come up with some fresh ideas. If you're signed up for our email digest, you will get an email letting you know when our posts have returned - so please sign up, if you haven't already (the subscription box is on the left column). But if not, be sure to return Monday, August 3, ok?!
To all of you have been faithful readers these past few years, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Every day when we post, we post knowing that you're looking forward to our finds. This blog wouldn't be possible without you. You keep us motivated, and we love your emails and comments - so keep them coming!
Warmly,
Mei-Lynn
Call for Fresh Ideas!
As a reader of Rare Bird Finds, we welcome any ideas you may offer to help improve our blog. We're open to suggestions! Just leave us a comment below or if you prefer, you can email us at rarebirdfinds@yahoo.com.
Call for Writers!
We're looking to add more regular contributors. If you feel you can spot shopping finds that are a good match for our blog, send us an email along with a sample of 3 - 5 finds with blurbs. Show us what you got! Also, send along a bio about yourself (please include if you're a shop owner or if you have your own blog), what category you'd like to post in, and why you think you'd be a good pick!
Poop Freeze. I'm going to go ahead and just leave it at this: It's environmentally friendly, won't harm vegetation, and can be used indoors OR outdoors. $9.95 at Ginger Pup Lane
These 8oz stainless steel flasks can be custom made to your liking. You can even get a picture of you and your honey on one. $27 at rememberwynn.
There was a Mocking bird outside of our tent this morning. It carried on in for several minutes, trying out tons of bird calls. It reminded me of the windup bird in the fairy tale The Nightingale. Or maybe this mechanical looking bird. It doesn't speak but would look nice as a unique decoration.$50 at Monster Kookies
I am camping right now and the (very loud) birds wake me up at dawn every morning! These birds are night birds apparently. I love their little beady alien eyes. $125 at Patti Backer
Oh for us lazy cooks - the Toastabag is basically a plastic bag that you can slip in stuff like cold pizza, leftovers or even a sandwich to then heat up or cook in your toaster! Super easy way to make grilled cheese sandwiches. Perfect for those in dorms or any place with no real kitchen. You get 4 Toastabags, and each bag can be used up to 50 times. $9.95 at Firebox
I think these sparkly metallic green undies are fabulous. A bit super-hero meets glam rocker. Available from s through xl. $22 at Knicker Rocker.
I love this print of a street sign in Paris because it's a little bit French, a little bit USA. Maybe it's just the New Yorker in me that really digs it. $35 at Roadside Photographs The site carries a bunch of really awesome roadside prints - check them out!
I have one of these Polarity lockets and it’s really cool.
You know what else is cool? They are making a smaller, style with more
masculine patterns (but you could get him flowers too, if that’s what he likes)
geared towards guys. The locket houses a strong magnet, which allows for
switching the covers so he’s really getting three looks in one. This one is
called “geek chic” and it’s only $15 at Polarity on etsy.
This whimsical raised cat dish can be personalized with your cats name and is quite adorable. $20.00 at Artzfolk on Etsy.
1.5 inches in width, this beautiful adjustable collar is made of natural hide leather and dyed with eco-friendly vegetable dyes. $24.99 at Rolloverleatherworks on Etsy.
I’m betting that Vikings are the next cupcake. Or zombie, owl, pirate, ninja, mushroom or moustache. What I mean is that I think Vikings are the next big thing. Get in on the trend before it begins with this funky tee. $22 at Dowdy Studio on etsy.
Handcarved wooden keychain of a Doxie that includes soft leather ears and tail. Super cute! Jack Russell and Scottie designs also available.