Gyst Changing Bags

A new outdoorsy bag combining a mat for changing and wet gear storage

For snow, surf or other wet adventures, the new Gyst water-repellent bags make both getting ready and post-activity cleanup a snap. A flap unfolds into a mat, keeping feet clean while you shimmy in and out of wetsuits, boots and the like. When not in use, the mat magnetically reattaches to the main compartment, which securely stores wet stuff. Designed for outdoor use, the durable …

Teddy Tote Giveaway

A cuddly stuffed bear and carryall sack in one seamless design

While traditionally just a cuddly staple in a child’s life, the teddy bear gets an upgrade with the addition of a built-in tote. Recognizing its comforting effect on kids, the Vermont Teddy Bear Company recently introduced the useful Teddy Tote, giving kids another excuse to bring their beloved bear everywhere. The Teddy Tote looks like a standard stuffed animal but by unzipping its back, a …

MicroGiardini

A miniature indoor garden-in-a-can

Packed in a small tin can, MicroGiardini plants make an easy way to grow herbs, vegetables and flowers in any indoor environment. Each can includes a set of hearty seeds or bulbs packed within a growing compound. With a little water and light, it transforms into a flowering plant after just a month of care. Created by seventy-year-old Northern Italian floriculture company Arnoldi Europe, the …