Now, I’m not much of a skater. And by “not much,” I mean everything I know about skateboarding comes from X Games reels, Lords of Dogtown or Tony Hawk’s ProSkater. To be completely honest, I haven’t even seen that movie. But something I do pride myself on is bringing cool products to light. And on […]
Tag Archives: kickstarter
October
07
Brewbot – Craft a Cold One
posted by Taryn
It’s a pretty good time to be alive. You can print out organs, jet packs will be coming to the public market soon, and science has found a way to effectively create a real-life Amazonian society. Most of us have never brewed beer in an actual brewery, but luckily, we live in the future. Now, thanks […]
September
19
Red Fred Project – 50 Books for 50 Kids
posted by Taryn
Some things seem to exist just to warm your heart. Yes, there are atrocities and injustices going on in this world, but knowing that there are still people committed to making the world around us a better place keeps the optimist in me alive. The video above is a perfect example of just that. If you […]
September
16
The Green Jean – Upcycle your Wardrobe
posted by Taryn
If you’re not down with saving the planet these days, you’re either woefully out of style or painfully out of touch with reality. In which case, this post is not for you. However, if you are a proud citizen of the globe and want to find a new way to help save the planet you […]
September
08
Crown & Axe — The Simplicity Wallet
posted by Taylor
I always hate having to carry big purses/wallets/etc. with me everywhere i go. But I have to have a wallet to carry my cards, a purse to carry my wallet, and so on and so forth. I’ve tried numerous ways of downsizing what i carry with me; and I really thought I had tried everything. […]
September
05
Sesame Ring – Wear Your Fare
posted by Taryn
It’s the middle of rush hour, you’re being pushed towards the queue line by fellow commuters, and digging through your pockets and bags for your metro card is leaving you empty handed. Your card never seems to be where you left it and is never on hand when you need it. Riding public transport is […]
September
02
Dino Pet – Photosynthetic Pet
posted by Taryn
Let’s be honest; not everyone should be a pet owner. You may have the caretaker instinct, but no time or space, or even comprehension of picking up after your pooch. From pet rocks to robot dogs, there have always been options available to those that feel pet deprived and lack these essentials. But when these […]
August
26
WildHelp App – Emergency Animal Rescue Services
posted by Taryn
Half the battle Between planes, trains and automobiles, we’ve all had the misfortune of finding an injured or dying animal in the wild. One of the worst parts of said situation is wanting to help, but being powerless to do so. I wouldn’t know who to call if I found an injured otter on a […]
August
22
Bandboard Work Platform
posted by Taryn
Designed with you in mind To stay connected in today’s business world, you need at least three devices, two notepads, eight pens, and two business cards on your person at all times. Not to mention your wallet, chargers, protractors (some people still use them!) and packages of gum. There’s always a lot to carry, but […]
August
12
CupToMug – Improving Your Conveniences
posted by Taryn
Spill No More There’s nothing wrong with paying $4.75 for a quick cup of warm, mocha goodness every once in a while. Or having an account at your favorite coffee shop to earn those coveted rewards every time you drop in. There’s also not a problem with having the app on your smartphone of said […]
August
07
Photoville 2013
posted by Just Can't Win
Pop Up Photography in the Park The way I see it, an opening for an art exhibit could go one of two ways. You could stand there, debating the artistic merit of a minimalist white canvas with a red stripe through it with a self-appointed expert on modern art. Or you could breeze through the […]
August
04
The 10-Year Hoodie
posted by Taylor
You Heard Right 10 years–That’s how long this sweatshirt is guaranteed to last you. Flint and Tinder makes this hoodie right in the Lower East Side of Manhattan, with fabric that is made in America. The 10-Year Hoodie was “Kickstarter’s first ever fashion project to raise more than $1 million dollars.” Quality Counts The team at […]
August
02
myType™ Wireless Keyboard
posted by Taryn
Give your screen a break I’m addicted to my iPhone. So addicted that I’m a bit ashamed. So addicted that if it were found out that the root of the Terminator uprising was found in my dependence, I would tweet my apologies out and ask Siri to find the nearest bunker. Scarcely a day goes […]
August
01
Capturing Couture — Fashionable accessories for your camera
posted by Taylor
Let Your Camera Stand Out I recently received my first DSLR camera (that I absolutely love) and after only a short time taking some very amateur photos, I got tired of carrying my nice camera around with such an ugly strap. I immediately turned to Google to find camera accessories that fit my style. After looking […]
July
28
Music Video Production With Google Street View?
posted by WendyAmbrozewicz
Music videos reinvented Music videos are a great way for musicians to get their image and sound out to listeners without the restraints of audio-only presentation. Since 1926 musicians have been making short films to introduce their “whole self” and visual style to potential fans. Style may vary, as some bands continually choose to release […]
July
25
BPOW! Portland’s Battery Powered Orchestra Workshop
posted by WendyAmbrozewicz
Ask any casual peruser of Kickstarter and they’ll tell you that projects come and go but a select few make a strong impression on the reader. The Battery Powered Orchestra Workshop project is one of those coveted projects. This unique festival is led by Travis Feldman, Edward Sharp, and Androo Meyers. The BPOW project aims […]
July
18
Muse Headband – Read your own mind
posted by Colton
Thought controlled computing The day has finally come when humans have begun morphing into cyborgs. No… seriously though, this is COOL. The Muse Headband is something from the future. This slick, beautifully designed piece of hardware fits effortlessly around your forehead and can actually be considered stylish. Who’d have thought? Technology can be fashionable. The […]
July
13
CAT – Satellite Thrusters
posted by Colton
The Mini-Satellite Thruster Once the CAT spacecraft is ready for launch it will be deployed as a secondary payload on a much larger satellite rocket launch. The CAT engine is turned on once safely deployed away from the larger satellite. The first words on their kickstarter page: “The CAT plasma thruster will propel a 5kg […]
July
12
SNUG – No more ruined utensils
posted by Colton
What a perfect name for this cute and practical kitchen accessory. These little snuggle bugs stick onto any pot, plate or dish to save your utensil from scorching heat or slipping into the mess. I have personally lost many spoons to the ol’ “quick slip” technique they secretly plan while I’m not looking. Or how […]
July
10
Food Huggers – Vegetable Pajamas
posted by Colton
Food Huggin’ Means Food Lovin’ The real reason we all have a tough time buying produce is that the damn things go bad too quickly. I know that when I stroll through the store picking out my favorite veggies, sometimes I act like I’m running a restaurant with the amount of food I end up […]
July
10
Stair-Rover – All-Terrain Longboard
posted by Colton
All-terrain Longboard? Yeah. The new 8-wheeled skateboard/longboard, Stair-Rover, is designed to finally conquer urban terrain, staircases and uneven surfaces. The performance on this innovative model is absolutely incredible as shown in their videos. A V-frame design (patent pending) even gives it the ability to keep going after climbing a mountain of stairs. The wheels work […]
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