Gag gifts have gotten a bad rap in seasons past, but those often unappreciated gifts have changed their meaning this year. No more Groucho Marx nose glasses, or the standard whoopie cushions of old, today’s gag gifts are far more sophisticated and even a little useful (in a twisted sort of way). These featured 11 goofy gag gifts will be sure to to tickle your recipient’s fancy.
1) The Kitty Kat Hub
In the electric future, cats’ nervous systems run on USB, and we can tap into them for our
needs. This four-porter (the other one is in kitty’s mouth) is available only via wholesale from Shenzhen. I don’t know what else to say.http://www.alibaba.com/.
2) Goldfish Training Kit
The R2 Fish Training School Kit is a complete training system that includes everything you need to teach your fish over 10 amazing tricks (including soccer, football, basketball, limbo, fetch, tunnels, and more). This is one for the books. Your fish’s tuition will cost $39.99. More atwww.thinkgeek.com.
3) Waistband Stretcher
The $30 device slips into a pair of jeans or slacks and does as advertised. It stretches them out to a more pleasing and comfortable size 40, or whatever your waistline might be after a full day of gorging on turkey, potatoes, and pie. The stretcher promises to breathe new life into your old wardrobe by adding one to five inches of extra girth. I’d better not find you buying this. I’m watching. Should you be weak, you can find this for $29.99 atwww.skymall.com.
4) Intimate Controllers
This is an intimacy game for couples or just naughty friends who want to bend the rules as much as they possibly can in a structured, yet sinfully playful manner. The ladies use the men’s boxers as their controller and the gentlemen use the ladies bra as their controller. Sounds like fun to me. It’s not yet being sold, but it will be out soon. Take a look at this baby in action, along with all the details at www.jennylc.com.
5) Toilet Seat Lifter
Tired of a wet tushy, ladies? I found the solution to your man’s insensitivity. This nifty little gift only needs a foot step to do all the work for him, and back the seat goes to its resting
spot to wait for the ladies. Find the wonder at www.amazon.com for $29.99. What a great gal/pal gift.
6) The Full Body Wearable Sleeping Bag
“The Lippi Selk All In One” is the ultimate full body sleeping bag that you can wear! This new concept retains the functionality of the traditional sleeping bag while introducing fun, comfort, and most importantly, mobility. Ideal for summer festivals and a fantastic choice for everyday camping, this clever sleeping bag keeps you warm all night and makes for no extra carriage on the way home, simply because?you wear it! This really makes for a sleeping bag to top all sleeping bags!” This is just too funny. Find it at www.drinkstuff.com for $65.
7) The CarCapsule
The CarCapsule is a clear vinyl bubble that seals your car or motorcycle away from the elements and keeps it looking fresh and new. Dust, dirt, moisture, and insects are locked
out, but a built-in fan circulates filtered air within the bubble to eliminate that musty, damp smell that can ruin your stored car. Available in seven sizes. This is just too much, but if you’ve got a Ferrari begging to be attacked by ninja birds, then I say you bubble your car. Find this toy atwww.carcapsule.com, ranging from $180-$449.
8) Barking Alarm Security Bar
Secure Your Home From Break-Ins with a barking metal rod. Security Bar has an alarm that sounds when the door knob is touched or door is pushed. Choose between a powerful siren or barking dog sounds. Why not! Find this interesting gift atwww.shophometrends.com for $29.99
9) Scrolling LED Message Sign with Remote
“You probably have something important to say?something that must be clearly illuminated for all to see. Perhaps it’s a simple suggestion, like ‘Get off the Road’ or some deeper words of wisdom, such as ‘Learn to drive.’ We can relate to this basic human need to share your innermost thoughts and feelings?and what better way to do that than using glowing red LEDs. Create your own custom scrolling sign on the spot with this message sign.” I love this idea. Find this toy at www.thinkgeek.com for $39.99.
10) LED Shower Light
This one is pure and simple. It’s just a color-changing shower head in case you feel the need to have a wild party in your shower as you blast your favorite music and sing along. The blue light means the water is cold, and as the water gets warmer, your light will turn red. No more cold shots of water for you. Give this to all your shower singers, and they will love you in this life and the next. www.thinkgeek.com for $34.99
11) Dead Fred Pen Holder
“Stab Fred all you want; he won’t mind. We already know that your desk probably looks like a disaster area, but why not turn it into a crime scene instead? Fred is indeed dead, but that doesn’t mean he’s useless. Not only does repeatedly stabbing your pen into Fred reduce your stress level, but it helps you to keep that pesky pen from getting lost under the edge of your computer keyboard. Need someone to take your aggression out on? Well, Dead Fred is the man! Alleviate all that pent up aggression by violently and repeatedly stabbing Fred through the heart . . . and as if by magic, there it is, just where you left it?your pen right at your fingertips? and your stress and frustration, gone.” Only $9.99 atwww.thinkgeek.com
Reviewed by Anthony Heredia
