There are some people in this world who just aren’t satisfied with the status quo of having a car that’s as dull as all one or two colors. So StickOut takes the boring and transforms it into alluring. Multicolored graphics are splashed across car bodies via a unique interface, as well as images that are printed and cut for a precision fit on nearly any type of car. Something less than a full car wrap and less permanent than paint, he do-it-yourself kit includes all the necessary materials, including a 3M application squeegee and instructions. This trend could very well yield the Fathead of the car industry. Backers can spruce up their cars for as little as $45. Designs are bigger and bolder with larger donations. Expected delivery is August 2014.
Author: Ross Rubin
Perhaps the worst part about doing the dishes is the gross stuff that gathers in the sink (although, that can be nothing compared to the bathtub drain). So Tweak offers an option for each that allows for a person to avoid touching (much of) the offending the slime while still getting it removed. The thermoplastic drain filtering material is flexible and has a raised portion that just gets pinched together (or tweaked of one prefers) to scoop and lift out the nasty stuff. It then gets held over the garbage can so it can be cleanly flipped – no touching, banging on the side, or nose wrinkling required. For $8 backers get one product with an expected delivery of August 2014.
For those who prefer working out in the privacy of their own home and don’t feel that they need a human fitness coach to get six-pack abs, Ab Monster offers a workout routine and machine straight out of infomercial land. The item comes with access to online videos, which seem to suggest movements that are somewhat reminiscent of scrubbing the kitchen floor and other cleaning activities. One plus is that the item seems to be compact enough to take on the road, so that late night at the office or traveling doesn’t mean missing out on workouts when the workout of cleaning the house is not an option. Those who may miss out on the $40 early bird special can pick one up for $45. Expected delivery is July of 2014.
While traveling abroad is exciting, it’s an unfortunate fact that things don’t always go as planned. Going from place to place can take its toll on important items such as passports – especially if it happens to be raining or snowing. The Passport Protector is roomy enough for not only a passport, but also other travel essentials such as credit and debit cards, cash, a flight itinerary, and even a smart phone. It also appears to be at least somewhat water resistant. For the $35 early bird special, backers get one product with an expected delivery of November 2014.
For those who have some time to kill, here is an item that might bring some amusement for a while. The Lambda Top is a unique toy for the child in everyone. The body is made of brass and aluminum, but the tip is a perfectly smooth sphere that’s made of ruby. Its measurements and the ruby sphere tip enhance its spinning action, making it remain in motion for significantly longer than even the most impressive BeyBlade. The Lambda Top creator’s unofficial record is a 10-minute spin, and he posted the video on his campaign site. He offers backers a challenge to make theirs spin longer, record it on video, and submit it through the campaign site. Lambda tops out at $65 with an expected delivery of September 2014.
Finding just the right sketch pad can be one of the bigger challenges of being an artist. And a computer at a desk can seem confining and even inhibiting to the creative flow that comes with just kicking back and propping up one’s feet when dreaming up an idea in the rough draft stage. That’s where SketchyNotebook comes into the picture. It’s nearly 200 pages, lays flat, eliminates cumbersome spiral binding and rings and comes with up to six templates to help give precision to those great ideas. More templates come with a bigger contribution. Expected delivery is October 2014.
For those who like to pinch their pennies until they scream for mercy, there is now a product that can refill travel toothpaste tubes in the works. Squizmo has two uses: it works to completely squeeze out a standard tube, but it was also created with the traveler in mind who would rather refill their travel toothpaste tube than spend a dollar to just replace it. Perhaps its ability to reseal used tubes is what sets it apart from a considerably less expensive squeezer. However, it will take about seven trips in a year for backers to get their money’s worth out of this item since it costs $6. Of course, for those who like the sound of screaming pennies, there is the option of self-assembly for less. Expected delivery is July 2014.
Cleaning the house is probably on the bottom of the list of favorite activities for every homeowner. And parents of small children can sometimes feel that it’s necessary to call on the National Guard for assistance. While House Rake isn’t a cleanup crew, it can save energy and effort, making more time to play with the kids. The long handled scooper is constructed with a design and material that lets a person scoop up both small and heavy toys without scratching the floor or having to constantly bend over and ware out their back. It could be just the ticket for picking, or rather sweeping, up after junior for those whose backs have been raked over the coals and who can spare $40. Expected delivery is October 2014.
Hiking and camping can be some of the best spent vacation time. And if it’s possible to do it economically, maybe even with a motorcycle or other fuel efficient vehicle, that can make it so much the better. The Motorcycle Teardrop Camper is probably the closest thing to a Vespa you can live in. The goal of this project’s creator is for a small, 400-pound camper to be able to be hitched to a motorcycle or economy vehicle such as a hybrid for some grand adventures in the great outdoors, but it’s still pretty early in the game. Backers will get a production credit on this product when it becomes available if they are willing to contribute at least $1,000.
Kitchen convenience just hit a new level. Rolly Bowl allows for meals to go from stove, to table to fridge, and from microwave to table again. The unique roll top lid means that there is always a lid available that covers food for storage, as well as preventing it from sticking to the top and acting as a splash guard when it’s time to microwave. The roll over lid easily removes for either hand washing or the dishwasher, and always holds its shape for a perfect fit. Alas, the domed configuration makes the bowl difficult to stack when closed. While the idea certainly seems clever, backers may find it a bit pricy at $50. Expected delivery is September 2014.