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Glass jar lets you hold sparklers up close and personal

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When it comes to firecrackers and fireworks displays, I’m not the biggest fan. I keep thinking of all the wasted money that goes into having just a few seconds of fun, not to mention how dangerous it can sometimes be . The closest that I would probably enjoy some version of them is holding sparklers in my hands. But again, they only last a few seconds and sometimes the wind will even make that shorter so I’d rather not just hold one in my hands.

Designer: Kenji Fujii of Taki Corporation

Tenohira Hanabi is a sparkler holder so you can enjoy them a little bit longer and safely in the palm of your hands. It’s a jar named “sparkler in your palm” literally and it has no other function except to keep the sparklers, specifically the senko hanabi (incense fireworks), in your hands. It’s a glass jar that has dimples on both sides so you can keep the T-shaped sparkler dangling inside the jar.

This means that once you light up these tiny sparklers, you’ll be able to look at them up close. You’re also keeping them lighted and sparkling a bit longer than when you’re holding them since the glass jar protects it from the winds. I’m not sure though if it can be used for regular sized sparklers so you will have to enjoy the incense fireworks when using the Tenohira Hanabi.

If not used as a sparkler holder, maybe it can also function as a regular jar where you can store small things like candies. Or since it looks cute enough, it can also just be a decorative object until the next time you need to light up some sparklers again.

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The Obongdo Painting Inspired Set of Jars Brings The Korean Culture Into Your Kitchens

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In a world where traditions serve as the foundation for contemporary innovations, the Obongdo-inspired seasoning jars stand out as a captivating example of how ancient artistry can influence modern functionality. Drawing inspiration from the illustrious Korean painting ‘Ilwol-Obongdo,’ these jars seamlessly weave together tradition, art, and practicality to create a unique and visually stunning kitchen accessory.

Designer: YoonJeong Lee

Ilwol-Obongdo, a landscape masterpiece from ancient Korea, portrays five majestic mountain peaks, the sun, the moon, and pine trees. Originally crafted as a decorative piece behind the king’s seat during the Joseon Dynasty, the painting symbolizes the ruler’s centrality in the universe and signifies the enduring legacy of the dynasty. The Obongdo seasoning jars pay homage to this rich heritage by incorporating the essence of the ancient painting into contemporary kitchenware.

The Obongdo seasoning jars consist of a set of containers designed to hold various cooking spices and a pair of cooking timers, inspired by the ‘sun’ and ‘moon’ elements in the painting. The jars, resembling mountain peaks, come in three different sizes, catering to the varied requirements of different ingredients. This not only adds a touch of artistry to the kitchen but also ensures practicality by accommodating the diverse needs of culinary enthusiasts.

The ‘sun’ and ‘moon’ cooking timers, adorned in two distinct colors, serve both a functional and symbolic purpose. Beyond their time-keeping utility, they bring forth the significance of the celestial elements in the original painting, connecting the user to the cultural roots of the inspiration. These timers facilitate precision in cooking, allowing users to keep track of their recipes effortlessly.

One of the standout features of these seasoning jars is the magnetic board incorporated into the design. The entire back of the set serves as a magnetic surface, providing a convenient platform to attach the timers. This not only enhances the usability of the timers but also introduces a multi-purpose aspect to the product.

The magnetic board opens up new possibilities for kitchen organization. Users can attach sticky notes or use magnets to display their everyday to-do lists or grocery lists, transforming the seasoning jars’ set into a versatile and space-efficient tool. This thoughtful addition reflects a commitment to maximizing functionality in the modern kitchen.

The Obongdo-inspired seasoning jars successfully bridge the gap between tradition and contemporary living, bringing a piece of Korean heritage into the heart of the kitchen. With a design inspired by the timeless Ilwol-Obongdo painting and practical features like varied jar sizes, cooking timers, and a magnetic board, these jars not only celebrate the beauty of the past but also elevate the user’s culinary experience. As we continue to navigate the intricate balance between tradition and innovation, these seasoning jars stand as a testament to the enduring appeal of art and culture in our everyday lives.

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This quirky jar turns your tea-leaves into soil, and the teaspoon into a sapling!

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I’ve been pretty vocal about my love for Qualy Design’s products and how they reinterpret mundane objects as beautiful, desirable keepsakes. The Sprout Jar is yet another example of how Qualy Design has this innate tendency to view products around them with an almost childlike curiosity, turning them from regular products into designs with depth, and emotional storytelling value. Unlike your run-of-the-mill jars, the Sprout Jar comes with a sprout-shaped spoon fixed into its cap. Designed for things like tea-leaves, ground coffee, dried herbs, or anything that would look like soil (I guess brown-sugar would work too!), the jar comes with a design that’s meant to be placed on counters inverted. When flipped over, the leaves/grounds/herbs form a base layer around the sprout-shaped spoon, making it look like a sapling emerging from the ground! The clear-plastic container also comes with a slightly domed top, making it look almost like a bell-jar that’s encasing a mini terrarium within!

Designer: Qualy Design

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Someone finally had the sense to build a spoon right into the jar’s lid!

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Splid. A simple combination of spoon and lid, the Splid is a remarkably sensible idea that ensures you never have to own five separate spoons (or repeatedly rinse the same spoon) if you want to dip into five separate jars! The metric teaspoon is built right into the Splid’s upper cover, hanging off the side. Built for dry-ingredients (I wouldn’t recommend storing jams and honey in the Splid), the jars are perfect for seasonings, herbs, coffee powder, tea-leaves, or even Parmesan cheese… basically dry-ingredients that need to be measured while cooking/preparation. That’s where the teaspoon comes handy, with its calculated dimensions.

“To use, simply lift or twist off SPLID & in one continuous motion – scoop up what you need, use it, & then replace back over the jar. No need for a fresh teaspoon each time”, says the designer behind the Splid. It’s a simple product that solves a simple problem that everyone’s probably secretly thought of but never tried to solve.

Designer: Paul Mathis for Future Projects Trust

This species of platypus lets you clean out your nutella jars

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Built on the idea of a rubber spatula, but with OTOTO’s unique brand of playful storytelling, the Splatypus is a spatula modeled on the duck-billed platypus. With a body meant for gripping, and a silicone beak that’s great for spreading jams, pastes, and spreads, the Splatypus is almost like a modern day interpretation of a product you could find in the Flintstones.

The rubber bill of the platypus is perfect for spreading, as well as cleaning jars out, allowing you to scoop out every bit of goodness from jars containing jams and spreads like Nutella, making sure there isn’t a single ounce of wastage! Additional points to the packaging for being so comically to-the-point!

Designer: OTOTO

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Do Not be Mean to Gwyneth Paltrow’s Water

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At least Gwyneth Paltrow keeps an open mind... In the May 29 edition of Goop, the Mortdecai actress, 41, revealed that she is "fascinated by the growing science behind the energy of consciousness...

Head in a Jar Prank Perfect for April Fools’ Day

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If you want to play the old “head in a jar” prank for April Fools’ Day this year, Instructables editor Mikeasaurus has you covered. Best of all, you don’t need an actual severed head to scare your friends. In fact, the gag is a lot simpler than it looks.
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Basically you will be blending two pictures together in a photo editor to create flat image of a head, which is then laminated and submerged in a jar. When the flattened image in inserted into the curved jar, the distortion from the water gives the illusion of a decapitated head in a jar of preserving fluid. See. It’s simple.

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See, no decapitation required. And it looks super freaky. So go scare some friends.

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Creative Calculation With Sharpened Pencils

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Can creative output really be measured? Yes, the pencil shavings collected in the Sharpner Jar tell the story of your efforts, even if there’s nothing final to show for the time spent. This measurable “creative data” proves to colleagues, employers, friends, family, and—most importantly—yourself that work was accomplished, useful or not.

Designer: Craighton Berman [ Buy it Here ]

How is your boss going to know that you spent most of the day working and not just surfing the Internet? Moreover, can creative output really be measured? If we go by designer Craighton Berman’s vision, then the Sharpener Jar is what you need to quantify creative output. A jar full of pencil shavings at the end of the day visually demonstrates your labor to yourself and those around you.

When the jar fills to the top with pencil shavings, it can be sealed and archived for future reference. Imagine the impact of a dozen sealed jars of your efforts displayed prominently on your bookshelf!

When I asked Craighton what he led him to create this ingenious jar, he said that the idea grew out of an experience teaching a design sketching class. “While critiquing a student’s work it was evident there was a lot of effort, but not much result, the idea of measuring creative effort by saving pencil shavings emerged in my mind.”

There’s a lot of irony in the fact that creativity is being hailed as a ‘business tool’, when it’s so inherently inefficient, unpredictable, and un-measurable! In short, the Sharpener Jar also doubles as a useful desktop accessory for any artist, designer, illustrator, writer, or regular person who wants to sharpen a pencil.

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