Awesome Gifts

There is irrefutable proof that rats love pizza. Embrace the natural relationship between a rodent and his dinner with this vinyl and plastic toy from Archie McPhee. Mr. Rat rides in a 5.5″ long slice of pepperoni pizza that rolls along the ground when you pull it back. They also make a smaller version for rat racing with friends.

Enjoy delicious drinks anywhere your adventures take you with this cocktail shaker kit from Stanley. The stainless steel shaker holds up to 30 oz. of ingredients, and includes a citrus reamer, a jigger in its cap, and two stainless steel cups which nest neatly inside. In addition to shiny stainless, its available in matte black, gloss black, and cream colors.

The makers of the 22-pound Heavy Mug created this slightly more manageable metal drinking vessel – a 1 lb. shot glass. Each is machined from 304-grade stainless steel, and features a knurled texture for a confident grip. It holds 3.5 oz of your favorite spirit – more than double the capacity of a standard shot glass.

Official Exclusive makes some of the coolest enameled pins out there. Their extensive collection includes pins based on classic cameras including rangefinders, SLRs, medium format, and 8mm. They also make mini synthesizers, lighting gear, vintage stereo receivers, and other fun goodies for geeks. Their Dinosaur Photographer is cute too.

Make a splash every time you fix your Fruity Pebbles with this playful bowl from Fred. The Spilt Milk bowl is shaped to look like a big splash of milk, even if you’re super careful while pouring. The 6.5″ diameter bowl is made from soft and shatterproof silicone. It’s dishwasher- and microwave-safe, so it’s great for hot cereals too.

Designed by artist Panisa Khunprasert, this reversible chess and checkers set features a bold color scheme and modern, minimal iconography. Both the playing pieces and board are made from sustainably-grown rubberwood, and the board slides open to provide storage. Measures 8.75″w x 8.75″d x 1.75″h.

Most valet trays are basic rectangles, but Two Acre Woodworks makes trays in other shapes. This one is designed to look like a fighter jet. Handmade from walnut, cherry, and maple wood, the tray comes two sizes: 11.8″ x 12″ and 19.7″ x 20″. Makes a great gift for Air Force veterans.

This dynamic duo of books catalogs the greatest superheroes and most devious supervillains from DC and Marvel. Written by comic book expert Melanie Scott, each volume features profiles of more than 130 characters, classified by their powers, sources of energy, and other defining traits.

This wooden puzzle asks players to spin its colorful wheels to reveal a small object hidden inside. It’s just one of many unique wood and metal puzzles from Kubiya Games, who makes brain-twisters for home and escape room enjoyment. The difficulty level for this puzzle is moderate, but they sell others that are much more challenging.

This set of four jumbo 10 oz. soaps from Duke Cannon Supply Co. celebrate the great American frontier. Stimulating scents include Gun Smoke (spent shells + field grass), High Country (forest air + birchwood), Old Glory (tobacco leaf + leather), and Midnight Swim (sandalwood + lavender). Each bar keeps you clean without drying your skin.

This neat little gadget is a tiny video screen framed with colorful LED lights. The Busy Tag clips onto the back of your display and lets you display messages or animations. Use it to tell co-workers that you’re tied up at the moment, or display silly messages to keep them entertained. It measures 1.42″ x 1.81″ x 0.31″ and runs on USB-C power.

Keep your watch collection organized and show them off at the same time. Barton’s box holds up to 10 watches in its top compartment and features a real glass window. The right side of its tray is removable, making room for larger items, and its drawer is perfect for parts and accessories. It also comes with an Apple Watch charge stand. Comes in army green or black.

This series of notebooks from Cognitive Surplus has detailed cover images inspired by science, nature, and math. Inside each journal, you’ll find 208 pages of 5.8″ x 8.3″ black paper with a 50/50 mix of lines and grid dots. They’re perfect for taking notes and making doodles with their high-opacity gel pens.

Dr. Kevin Peterson’s fascinating book provides a scientific slant on mixology. Cocktail Theory – A Sensory Approach to Transcendent Drinks explores the chemistry of scent and taste and offers ideas for creating uniquely elevated drinks. Trained in physics, engineering, and the science of olefaction, Peterson is renowned for his Detroit cocktail bar Castalia.

Next time you toast your pals with tequila shots, serve ’em up in these abstract skull shot glasses from Mextequil. Each cheerful cup is made from Oaxacan black clay and holds 2 oz. of spirits. We also dig their clay face shot glasses, also sold in a set of four.

This stubby metal pen measures just 4.37″ long, so it fits nicely in pockets. It’s machined from TI-6AI-4V titanium alloy with a stonewashed finish and stylish fluted body. An L-shaped bolt-action mechanism provides a satisfying motion for deploying and retracting its tip and is fun for fidgeters. Available in machine grey or black.