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The Mighty Boosh DVDs
(18 August 2009) - by Ariston Anderson Last month's release of the cult British show "The Mighty Boosh" on DVD made my summer into a viewing marathon and I have to say, it's nothing short of life-changing. Created by comedians Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding from a series of radio and stage shows, the award-winning series is what would happen if Luis Buñuel chewed up the Kids in the...
(18 August 2009) - by Ariston Anderson Last month's release of the cult British show "The Mighty Boosh" on DVD made my summer into a viewing marathon and I have to say, it's nothing short of life-changing. Created by comedians Julian Barratt and Noel Fielding from a series of radio and stage shows, the award-winning series is what would happen if Luis Buñuel chewed up the Kids in the...
Attitude Chair by Deger Cengiz
(11 August 2009) - New York designer Deger Cengiz's elegant standard chair features an extra pair of hinged legs that swing into place when the user tilts backward. While he's not the first to come up with the idea (see Homer Simpson's similar version in "The Wizard of Evergreen Terrace"), the finished chair bears the quality of timelessness rarely found in such gimmicky conceits. Apparently inspired by ill-tempered...
(11 August 2009) - New York designer Deger Cengiz's elegant standard chair features an extra pair of hinged legs that swing into place when the user tilts backward. While he's not the first to come up with the idea (see Homer Simpson's similar version in "The Wizard of Evergreen Terrace"), the finished chair bears the quality of timelessness rarely found in such gimmicky conceits. Apparently inspired by ill-tempered...
Kerry Miller: Passive Aggressive Notes
(04 June 2009) - Print is not dead and, compliments of Kerry Miller's collection of passive aggressive notes via the Internet, the fine examples of the physical interpersonal communication going on around us are free for our enjoyment. In the same spirit as Post Secret and the NamelessleTTer Project, Passive Aggressive Notes chronicles the various ways we convey frustrations with roommates, soul mates, coworkers and others in that...
(04 June 2009) - Print is not dead and, compliments of Kerry Miller's collection of passive aggressive notes via the Internet, the fine examples of the physical interpersonal communication going on around us are free for our enjoyment. In the same spirit as Post Secret and the NamelessleTTer Project, Passive Aggressive Notes chronicles the various ways we convey frustrations with roommates, soul mates, coworkers and others in that...
Russell Brand in New York City: Extended & Uncensored
(19 May 2009) - The most eloquent filthy mouth to hit the comedy scene, revolutionary Russell Brand has slowly but surely charmed his way from London to Hollywood—his ruminative witticisms and attitudinal haircut leading the way. The "Russell Brand in New York City: Extended & Uncensored" DVD, hitting stores today is a great way to become conversant with the captivating comedian or makes a solid addition to any...
(19 May 2009) - The most eloquent filthy mouth to hit the comedy scene, revolutionary Russell Brand has slowly but surely charmed his way from London to Hollywood—his ruminative witticisms and attitudinal haircut leading the way. The "Russell Brand in New York City: Extended & Uncensored" DVD, hitting stores today is a great way to become conversant with the captivating comedian or makes a solid addition to any...
Illustrator (and Musician) Mr. Bingo
(23 March 2009) - by Kori Schulman The work of Mr. Bingo is what you might expect from an artist with that name—self-described as “neat, well observed and silly." He likes to keep things on the lighter side and finds motivation in making people laugh. When I first came across his popular hair portrait screened on a white t-shirt, I did smile—I even cracked up at points upon seeing...
(23 March 2009) - by Kori Schulman The work of Mr. Bingo is what you might expect from an artist with that name—self-described as “neat, well observed and silly." He likes to keep things on the lighter side and finds motivation in making people laugh. When I first came across his popular hair portrait screened on a white t-shirt, I did smile—I even cracked up at points upon seeing...
Boy by Band of Outsiders Spring 2009 Lookbook
(19 March 2009) - by Kelsey Keith L.A. label Band of Outsiders taps Sarah Silverman as its muse for their Boy Spring 2009 lookbook. Designer Scott Sternberg picked Cantor's Delicatessen, an iconic Jewish deli in Los Angeles, as the shoot location and styled Silverman in a few of his signature boy-meets-girl tailored looks from the women's diffusion line, complete with killer neon pumps created by Manolo Blahnik for the...
(19 March 2009) - by Kelsey Keith L.A. label Band of Outsiders taps Sarah Silverman as its muse for their Boy Spring 2009 lookbook. Designer Scott Sternberg picked Cantor's Delicatessen, an iconic Jewish deli in Los Angeles, as the shoot location and styled Silverman in a few of his signature boy-meets-girl tailored looks from the women's diffusion line, complete with killer neon pumps created by Manolo Blahnik for the...
Mike Harte and Jamie Shovlin: Bourbon Joy
(17 March 2009) - While the rest of us nurse our heads and livers in post-St. Patrick's Day convalescence, British artists Mike Harte and Jamie Shovlin will unveil the fruits of their week-long bourbon binge. For the past week, Harte has been furiously painting in the company of his magnanimous compatriot, Shovlin. Both have been plowing through a bottle of bourbon per evening to create a seven-piece exhibition...
(17 March 2009) - While the rest of us nurse our heads and livers in post-St. Patrick's Day convalescence, British artists Mike Harte and Jamie Shovlin will unveil the fruits of their week-long bourbon binge. For the past week, Harte has been furiously painting in the company of his magnanimous compatriot, Shovlin. Both have been plowing through a bottle of bourbon per evening to create a seven-piece exhibition...
Seriously Funny Gifts
(11 December 2008) - Take the misery out of holiday shopping with these funny gifts, designed to make even Scrooge crack a smile. Our favorite is the F*CK The Rain Umbrella, which would cheer up any gloomy day. Other fun items are bacon dental floss (look for other bacon-inspired items in the gift guide), and the Savin' Up For series of tin banks which offer a plethora of options...
(11 December 2008) - Take the misery out of holiday shopping with these funny gifts, designed to make even Scrooge crack a smile. Our favorite is the F*CK The Rain Umbrella, which would cheer up any gloomy day. Other fun items are bacon dental floss (look for other bacon-inspired items in the gift guide), and the Savin' Up For series of tin banks which offer a plethora of options...
Sloane Crosley: I Was Told There Would Be Cake
(10 December 2008) - Full-time writer, part-time maker of dioramas, New Yorker Sloane Crosley has released a collection of her witty essays entitled "I Was Told There'd Be Cake." Recounting tales of plastic pony collections, wanting to raise her unborn kids in Belgium and locking herself out of her apartment twice in one day, Crosley's stories will make you think of Larry David if he was a cute...
(10 December 2008) - Full-time writer, part-time maker of dioramas, New Yorker Sloane Crosley has released a collection of her witty essays entitled "I Was Told There'd Be Cake." Recounting tales of plastic pony collections, wanting to raise her unborn kids in Belgium and locking herself out of her apartment twice in one day, Crosley's stories will make you think of Larry David if he was a cute...
Bottom Half Nude Blog
(06 June 2008) - It seems everyone's a part-time blogger these days and finding out exactly where to waste your office work time can be a difficult task. We thought we'd help you take out the frustration out of the guessing game by letting you in on the arrival of the hilarious Bottom Half Nude. Much like the beloved Craplinks, the founders, three Melbourne-based designers (Mary Pearls, Marty...
(06 June 2008) - It seems everyone's a part-time blogger these days and finding out exactly where to waste your office work time can be a difficult task. We thought we'd help you take out the frustration out of the guessing game by letting you in on the arrival of the hilarious Bottom Half Nude. Much like the beloved Craplinks, the founders, three Melbourne-based designers (Mary Pearls, Marty...
Jayson Scott Musson: Too Black for B.E.T. Episodes I & II
(01 May 2008) - From cover to cover, Jayson Musson's collection of broadsheet posters teem with racial stereotypes, crude sexual references and more than a few people relieving themselves on other people for a bit of offensive humor. But behind all the dick jokes and cocaine stories, he has a penchant for blunt social commentary and anti-corporate activism. Each of the 36 (appropriately black-and-white) posters have a kernel...
(01 May 2008) - From cover to cover, Jayson Musson's collection of broadsheet posters teem with racial stereotypes, crude sexual references and more than a few people relieving themselves on other people for a bit of offensive humor. But behind all the dick jokes and cocaine stories, he has a penchant for blunt social commentary and anti-corporate activism. Each of the 36 (appropriately black-and-white) posters have a kernel...
Stephen Floyd Drawings
(08 April 2008) - You don't have to know Stephen Floyd to understand his drawings. If you're easily offended, though, knowing that he's an incredibly kind, amiable fellow might soften the blow. Floyd's drawings, like something from a high school economics student with a wandering mind, can seem innocent and inappropriate at the same time. But underneath the running gags, an intelligent, satirical study of our social and...
(08 April 2008) - You don't have to know Stephen Floyd to understand his drawings. If you're easily offended, though, knowing that he's an incredibly kind, amiable fellow might soften the blow. Floyd's drawings, like something from a high school economics student with a wandering mind, can seem innocent and inappropriate at the same time. But underneath the running gags, an intelligent, satirical study of our social and...
Some Ecards
(16 May 2007) - Finally, a free ecard that will really get your thoughts across. Some Ecards has cards for most occasions with varying levels of sarcasm. A few favorites: "Sorry for what I said during my blackout," "Let's set aside some time for trashing coworkers," and "What I'll remember most about my birthday is that you forgot it." Some Ecards was created by Brook Lundy and Duncan...
(16 May 2007) - Finally, a free ecard that will really get your thoughts across. Some Ecards has cards for most occasions with varying levels of sarcasm. A few favorites: "Sorry for what I said during my blackout," "Let's set aside some time for trashing coworkers," and "What I'll remember most about my birthday is that you forgot it." Some Ecards was created by Brook Lundy and Duncan...
John Austin: Prank University
(21 September 2006) - John Austin is a 27 year old toy designer and self-proclaimed master in the tradition of the college prank. So much so that he's written a book called Prank University: The Ultimate Guide to College's Greatest Tradition to share his favorite tricks. The site and book are well designed and feature great illustrations of the pranks, which are ranked by difficulty and have step-by-step...
(21 September 2006) - John Austin is a 27 year old toy designer and self-proclaimed master in the tradition of the college prank. So much so that he's written a book called Prank University: The Ultimate Guide to College's Greatest Tradition to share his favorite tricks. The site and book are well designed and feature great illustrations of the pranks, which are ranked by difficulty and have step-by-step...
John Austin: Prank University
(21 September 2006) - John Austin is a 27 year old toy designer and self-proclaimed master in the tradition of the college prank. So much so that he's written a book called Prank University: The Ultimate Guide to College's Greatest Tradition to share his favorite tricks. The site and book are well designed and feature great illustrations of the pranks, which are ranked by difficulty and have step-by-step...
(21 September 2006) - John Austin is a 27 year old toy designer and self-proclaimed master in the tradition of the college prank. So much so that he's written a book called Prank University: The Ultimate Guide to College's Greatest Tradition to share his favorite tricks. The site and book are well designed and feature great illustrations of the pranks, which are ranked by difficulty and have step-by-step...
Morning Message Pillow
(12 September 2006) - Some of us are less than charming before we've had our morning coffee, but London-based designer James McAdam may have found a way to put an end to misdirected morning grumpiness. His Morning Message Pillow leaves the phrase "Good Morning Sweetheart" indented on your well-rested cheek. Playing on the common sight of cheeks imprinted with pillowcase wrinkles, It's a brilliant example of design that...
(12 September 2006) - Some of us are less than charming before we've had our morning coffee, but London-based designer James McAdam may have found a way to put an end to misdirected morning grumpiness. His Morning Message Pillow leaves the phrase "Good Morning Sweetheart" indented on your well-rested cheek. Playing on the common sight of cheeks imprinted with pillowcase wrinkles, It's a brilliant example of design that...
Celebrity Weighing Scales
(21 August 2006) - The number of pounds you weigh is pretty much arbitrary unless you are a pro boxer, but the folks at Angry understand that "nobody wants to weigh a plain old number these days." The Celebrity Weighing Scale helps you see how you compare to your fave celebs, historical figures, and made-up characters. Settings that range from Baby Jesus to King Kong, and include Chuck...
(21 August 2006) - The number of pounds you weigh is pretty much arbitrary unless you are a pro boxer, but the folks at Angry understand that "nobody wants to weigh a plain old number these days." The Celebrity Weighing Scale helps you see how you compare to your fave celebs, historical figures, and made-up characters. Settings that range from Baby Jesus to King Kong, and include Chuck...
Satirical Relief
(18 August 2006) - I hope none of you think we take ourselves too seriously. We love what we do and we have fun doing it. In the last three and a half years since I started CH lots of other sites have come on the scene covering similar topics—some even with similar names. The more, the merrier. Two newcomers bring humor to the game and, possibly without...
(18 August 2006) - I hope none of you think we take ourselves too seriously. We love what we do and we have fun doing it. In the last three and a half years since I started CH lots of other sites have come on the scene covering similar topics—some even with similar names. The more, the merrier. Two newcomers bring humor to the game and, possibly without...
Woofer
(14 April 2006) - Though I'm not sure what the sound quality is like, this Woofer is brilliant sculptural double entendre none-the-less. Created by Buro Vormkrijgers, a Dutch design studio founded by Sander Mulder and Dave Keune, the headless dog speaker system is available as a single woofer or a pair of stereo speakers. The team is also planning to follow-up with Tweeter, a bird-like desktop speaker system....
(14 April 2006) - Though I'm not sure what the sound quality is like, this Woofer is brilliant sculptural double entendre none-the-less. Created by Buro Vormkrijgers, a Dutch design studio founded by Sander Mulder and Dave Keune, the headless dog speaker system is available as a single woofer or a pair of stereo speakers. The team is also planning to follow-up with Tweeter, a bird-like desktop speaker system....
Pink Expenses
(06 April 2006) - I just remembered this brilliant little project (circa 2003) from our friends over at The Royal Society for the Protection of Designers (aka Pink928). Pink Expenses is a receipt generator that would be handy to the corporate traveller if the content was a little more work-place friendly. To use it just select who serviced you and where, then choose your three slutty courses. The...
(06 April 2006) - I just remembered this brilliant little project (circa 2003) from our friends over at The Royal Society for the Protection of Designers (aka Pink928). Pink Expenses is a receipt generator that would be handy to the corporate traveller if the content was a little more work-place friendly. To use it just select who serviced you and where, then choose your three slutty courses. The...
Made Unique
(06 October 2004) - Made Unique T-shirts combine humor and slick graphics. This one is is pretty easy for any designer to relate to and also summarizes the mission behind the company. The Brooklyn based shop was founded by a couple creatives who spent a little too much time in cramped offices. Printed on American Apparel and available with long sleeves, these Ts come just in time for...
(06 October 2004) - Made Unique T-shirts combine humor and slick graphics. This one is is pretty easy for any designer to relate to and also summarizes the mission behind the company. The Brooklyn based shop was founded by a couple creatives who spent a little too much time in cramped offices. Printed on American Apparel and available with long sleeves, these Ts come just in time for...
DURKL
(19 August 2004) - DURKL reinvents 1988 designs with a more contemporary humor. In his own words "DURKL is Knight Rider with a Hummer." All these T-shirts and more are for sale on their site....
(19 August 2004) - DURKL reinvents 1988 designs with a more contemporary humor. In his own words "DURKL is Knight Rider with a Hummer." All these T-shirts and more are for sale on their site....
La Fraise
(13 March 2004) - La Fraise is a Frenchie geek T-shirt shop with lots of cool designs featuring total tech-dork humor. There are some gaming and Japanese themed designs as well. $20 - 25 each. buy some now....
(13 March 2004) - La Fraise is a Frenchie geek T-shirt shop with lots of cool designs featuring total tech-dork humor. There are some gaming and Japanese themed designs as well. $20 - 25 each. buy some now....
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