Gizmodo: etsy

Lego Minifig Macbook Decal: Too Cute to Let Go

Danny Allen — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 07:49:00 EST

Like that Snow White Macbook cover, I love how this Minifig interacts with the logo, instead of just covering it. MacSlap's shop on Etsy says it's sold-out right now—maybe enough interest would inspire more. [Etsy via iPhone Savior]

Regretsy: For Anyone Who Didn't See the Creepy Side to Making and Selling Your Own Crafts

Wilson Rothman — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 23:30:00 EDT

As much as I admire people who believe enough in their artistic output to foist it on others for money, I knew Etsy had a dark side. Well, someone with the no-nonsense pseudonym Helen Killer just showed it to me:

Here are a few choice excerpts from Regretsy (NSFW); just a taste, mind you, no substitute for a visit. Be careful, though, because the amazing site is not always safe for work. Looking over the entries makes me wish it were as fictitious as Kasper Hauser's brilliant—but mercifully fake—SkyMaul.

Regarding the lovely lady and her cheese-grater clock, Regretsy says: Oh sure, it's not perfect, but you try cleaning a cheese grater with a cigarette.

Regretsy says: Whenever I hear "Michael Jackson", I immediately think "baseball". Well technically, I think "Little League", but you know what I'm saying. [Link]

Regretsy says: Usually I just use the guest towels when we're out of toilet paper. [Link]

Regretsy says: You know what goats like? They like grass. They don't like having leopard outfits strapped to their sagging haunches like Kim Cattrall. [Link]

Regretsy says: Santo trompas de Falopio! Who wouldn't want to curl up with the stuffed reproductive organs of Mexico's most famous bisexual surrealist? [Link]

It goes without saying "Santo trompas de Falopio!" is my new favorite expression of surprise. Hit the site for way more where this came from. [Regretsy (NSFW)]

Spray Paint Lamp Tags Your Desk with Light

Adam Frucci — Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:20:00 EDT

This Krylon spray paint lamp houses its bulb inside a can of paint. It's surprisingly awesome looking, and would be even more awesome if the can of paint actually worked. [Etsy via NotCot.org]

Han Solo In Carbonite USB Drive Was Too Good To Last

Wilson Rothman — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 21:06:00 EST

This USB drive featuring Han Solo frozen in carbonite was so cool (cute? weird?) that it sold out in five days, apparently before we could even write about it. I am a fan of the cartoony style crafted by jasonscreations, likely without the permission of Big George. All I can say is, I hope Jason makes more of 'em. Meanwhile, the action figure of Solo's woman in bounty hunter guise is not part of the deal, but since you can't buy any of it, the point is moot. Jump for a closeup of the drive. [Etsy - Thanks Brandon!] Update: OK, so they're apparently pieces from a Hasbro set. Still cute as hell and a USB drive I, for once, wouldn't lose. Somebody make more!

Duck Hunt Fashion Cuff For Retro, Accessory-Loving Gamers

Elaine Chow — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 10:00:00 EDT

So good at Duck Hunt that you need to rep your weapon on your sleeve? I didn't think so. But in case you were feeling nostalgic for both a game and a fashion accessory from a by-gone era, crafts person bettydeath from Etsy has made a cuff featuring a stylized version of the iconic game's light gun. She has both red and gray versions for $20 each. [Etsy via Technabob]

Analogue Ring Doubles as a Microphone

Sean Fallon — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 19:50:43 EST

This handmade, sterling silver ring from Analogue Aesthetics features a built-in microphone and a standard 3.5mm plug. Surely you can imagine the sort of fun that can be had with a device like this—plus, if a verbal jousting match with a heckler turned ugly, you have the satisfaction of knowing that a punch to the face with this baby on would be devastating. Available for $105. [Product Page via Boing Boing Gadgets]

NES Controller Business Card Holder: It's Cooler Than the Belt Buckles

Matt Buchanan — Sun, 20 May 2007 18:35:50 EDT

I have way too many business cards from press events, and right now I just have them lying in a stack on my desk. This Perler Bead-constructed NES controller card holder is exactly what I need, if only because I always need more Nintendo paraphernalia. Also good for holding Game Boy e-Reader cards. $10, but sold out for now. – Matt Buchanan

Nintendo NES Controller Perler Bead Business Card Holder [Etsy via Kotaku]