Hello my Incredible pals! It's me, Brittany High. This is it. My last day writing at Incredible Things. For five and half years I've filled this internet space with over six thousand articles about cool products, funny videos, and dog knows what else. I honestly can't remember. But I bet it was good. *Stares off […]
Youtuber Curt Coleman posted this video of Crazy Eyes the cat flushing a toilet over and over again. Is it a metaphor for life? Who knows. Not me! But one thing's for certain: toilets are weird! So are cats. And that is pretty much all I have to say about a cat flushing a toilet […]
This is an uncomfortably long video of a domesticated spider getting pet on the head. Yes, you read that correctly — domesticated spider. I'm over here tryna avoid spider interactions at all costs and there are people out there domesticating them? I don't understand this world. No, I do not understand this world AT ALL.
Brrr, you guys. This is COLD. Here's a clip from a local TV news broadcast showing a reporter getting sassed by a preteen on air. Which is basically my worst nightmare. Throw me in a chest full of snakes, bury me alive, make me speak in front of a room full of people! Just don't […]
Freeman Jewellery Design brings us this specially commissioned Golden Snitch Engagement Ring Box. It also doubles as a necklace, which is nice. Watch the video below to see it in action and wonder why your lover didn't propose with a clever engagement ring box. Or why your lover never proposed AT ALL. Yeah, I'm talking […]
This is a video of Samundra the elephant showing off her swimming skills and then eating watermelon. What an all-star! My favorite part is when she does a headstand and her little elephant butt pops out of the water. That was good stuff.
These political swimsuits by Beloved are possibly the most garish swimsuits the world has ever seen. Tell me I'm wrong! [Hintmag] This line of Disney handbags are pretty amazing. [Stylist] 19 animals caught red handed. [Pleated-Jeans] The tube air dancer guy isn't just for car dealerships anymore! Now there's a 6 ft version selling for […]
As my time writing here at Incredible Things comes to an end, I wonder how many Star Wars products I've covered over the past five and half plus years. I tried to count them all, but I am lazy and gave up after I hit double digits. So let's just say it's been a lot. […]
Youtuber Jesse J Bueno posted this video of a Roomba taking a wagon full of toys for a ride. Apparently his wife came home from work to see this happening, naturally, entirely on its own. And while we all know that can't possibly be true (I trust no one since Balloon Boy happened and neither […]
The Night Sky is a company that sells Star Map prints from a special night — when you got engaged, had your first child, or finally conquered that eating challenge you've been attempting for the last six months. One day I will defeat you, Dr. Death's Suicide Pie! You can customize your Star Map for […]
Fourth of July is coming up and you know what that means: fireworks! And you know what that means: dogs everywhere cowering under sofas/beds/people. But back to the fireworks! Youtuber Thehollandrocket made a miniature fireworks stand with tiny fireworks that actually fireWORK. This is a video of that. Watch and enjoy.
This is an INSANELY cute compilation video of puppies trying not to fall asleep. I laugh, I cried… I completely overreacted. I mean, it's a video of puppies trying not to fall asleep! Clearly I need to get a grip.
Philadelphia eateries Little Babies Ice Cream and Pizza Brain have come together to serve pizza flavored ice cream on top of a slice of pizza. They've dubbed it the Frankford Ave. Taco. Would you try it? Of course you would. You're so adventurous. It's a quality I've always admired about you. That, and also your […]
Here's a clip from America's Got Talent showing a light up dance performance by Light Balance dance crew. It is pretty amazing! I was mesmerized the entire time. I give it a 10/10, would definitely watch again. And you know what? I probably will!
This is the Aura Glass. It's a stemless wine glass that rotates on a stainless steel ball which prevents spills AND aerates your beverage. Perfect for whiskey, wine, and other spirits. We actually got a chance to try a set and the design is even more elegant in person! Even though it looks a bit […]
Flexy Paw is a phone attachment that holds a treat so you can take better pet photos. It's currently crowdfunding on Kickstarter in hopes to bring the Flexy Paw to the masses! If you want one of your own, head on over to the Kickstarter page and contribute upwards of $16.
Wow, everyone. Just wow. Native is selling rosé deodorant as a part of their "Brunch Series." That is all. [Bustle] OREO candy canes are coming! [Country Living] This genius kid turned his balcony into a mini swimming pool. [Geekologie] These teeny tiny origami cranes are just 5 by 5 mm. [Bored Panda] 15 inappropriate and […]
Here's a video of Zola the gorilla dancing in a pool. It is absolutely and inarguably glorious. What a G-D delight. If it doesn't make you smile, check your pulse! You might be dead.
Bored Panda rounded up a bunch of artists' renditions of cartoon characters in real life. Here are some of the highlights. And by highlights, I clearly mean lowlights. This is pretty bad you guys. I'm never gonna be able to look at Spongebob the same again. 🙁 🙁
Drink Company and Ommegang Brewery teamed up to bring the world a pop-up Game of Thrones bar in DC. Here's the makers on what visitors of the pop-up bar (or PUB) should expect: At the Game of Thrones PUB, guests will visit scenes from the North, the Red Keep, Mereen, the House of Black and […]
Behold, the Ice Cream Burrito! You can find it at Sugar Sugar in Sarnia, Ontario, Canada. The glorious frozen treat is made up ice cream (duh!) covered in sprinkles and wrapped in cotton candy. That sounds amazing. I can almost feel the inevitable sugar rush and subsequent crash coming on. Weeeeeee! A post shared by […]
A few months ago we heard CatCon was returning, this time to the Pasadena Convention Center in Southern California! And now we've learned this is THE TIME to scoop up tickets. We've been lucky enough to attend the event and this one purromises to be greater than ever before. Which TBH I can't even imagine. As […]
Silently whispered "Yaassssss!" to pretty much every one of the new 2017 emojis. [Bustle] A family has been bothered daily for 13 years by an alarm clock in the wall. [Digg] How to live a happy life according to this video. [Pleated-Jeans] A few weeks ago some giant marionettes (think 5 stories tall) performed in […]
Here's a kit that includes everything you need to make your own Frost Pipe. What's a Frost Pipe? It's a pipe made of ice. An ice pipe, if you will. According to the product description, the set costs $25 and gets you a freezer mold, drip/holding tray, stopper, screens, stickers, and lots of good vibes. […]
Watch as a cat learns how to knead dough from a Youtube video. He's a total professional. No, wait! A total purrfessional. Whoa — did anyone else notice this is a Youtube video within a Youtube video. YOUTUBE VIDEO-CETPION. That's deep.
Nakefit is hypoallergenic adhesive pads that stick to the bottom of your feet. Basically stick-on shoes. The pads are anti-slip, waterproof, cut-proof, and heat resistant. A pack of ten pairs will set you back $33. To sang some for yourself, head on over to Kickstarter.
Barbie's main squeeze Ken just got a ~new lewk~. Actually, he got several! Now Ken comes in different body types and skin tones, plus he's rocking new 'dos as well. Including a man bun. Yeah, that last part, I could've done without. I think all of us could have done without.
ThinkGeek is selling these triangular Pizza Storage Bags for your leftover pizza. Just $3 gets you a pack of 24. That's a great deal, but what's this "leftover pizza" business? Is that a thing? Because I have never experienced leftover pizza. Because when there's pizza, I eat all of it. You know, like a normal […]
Youtube channel MrFunnyMals posted this compilation of puppies vs stairs. Wow, who knew being a puppy was such hard work? I'll be honest with you, this is news to me. I had no idea.
Artist Sarah Morningstar brings us these Peen-i-corn Leggings! They're leggings with little unicorn-looking peens printed all over. Weeeeee! You can buy the funky bottoms at Red Bubble for $50.
If you live in the lap of luxury, do you sleep in the comfort of gold bed sheets? You should. If you're not, you're doing it wrong! The TownHouse Galleria hotel in Milan, Italy lets you snooze in 24 carat gold bed sheets. That, for reference, is fancy AF! While I'm over here using 1-ply, […]
BubbleLick is a bubble formula that you mix with alcohol to create BOOZY BUBBLES. A pack of 6 bottles of the stuff will set you back $14. The product site encourages you to imagine orange juice, vodka, cognac, rum and gatorade bubbles… Now allow me to encourage you to imagine these things poured into a […]
Iceland now has a cat reality show called Keeping Up With Kattarshians. You should purrobably check it out. [Bored Panda] There's already a mural of Seinfeld snubbing Kesha. That was fast! [Boing Boing] The best UPS guy ever takes selfies with the neighborhood dogs. [Tastefully Offensive] Look at these 50 baby goats running around and forget […]
Here's a peek into artist Amina Mucciolo's amazing rainbow house in Downtown Los Angeles. As you can see, it is gorgeous! I want to live there. How much do I want to live there? On a scale from 1 to 10, I rank a solid VERY VERY BADLY. A post shared by Amina Mucciolo (@studiomucci) […]
What on Earth is selling these Animal Socks. They're not socks for animals, they're socks that look like animal paws. For people. Just so we're clear. You can buy a pair for just $12. Choose from dog or cat varieties OR buy them both because you deserve all the Animal Socks your heart desires!!!!
Go ahead and file this one under W for "WTF?" It's a short video from Youtuber Christiano Ochoa showing a kid pulling his leg hair. He said he was napping on a flight and woke up to this mess! That's not a good way to wake up. In fact, I would go as far to […]
Trying to bust out your Hot Cross Buns playing skills, but don't have a recorder on hand. We've all been there! Fortunately, Buzzfeed Nifty put together this tutorial on how to make a recorder out a carrot. That's right — a musical carrot. I used to think I've seen it all, but now I'm certain […]
Youtube channel SKYBUZZ 24 posted this video of the purrcise moment a cat realizes it's a cat. I remember when I first realized I was a cat! Sure, I wasn't really a cat, but the prescription drugs I was on post-op convinced me I was. Oh, the good old days. Sorry, did I say good? […]
Beloved is selling a Hairy Chest Swimsuit. It comes in a variety of different skin tones and will set you back $50. Totally worth it, IMHO. Also IMHO? This is why the aliens won't talk to us.
Glonuts are glow in the dark donuts!!! This is the future! [Insider] Cats acting weird. That is all. [Sad and Useless] Jk, that's not all! Here are some pictures of cats worshiping the sun like it's their life force or something. [Bored Panda] Watch two polyglots have a conversation in 21 different languages! [Digg] Last […]
JEKCA, a company based out of Hong Kong, is selling kits so you can build your own Cat LEGO Sculptures. Dreams really do come true! Check em all out over at the JEKCA website.
Check out this Finger Kaleidoscope performance by Xtrap Dance Crew. It's p. trippy. I enjoyed it. Hopefully you will too! It makes me happy to see you happy.
Industry Kitchen of NYC brings us this UNICORN PIZZA. Because the Food World (yes, that is a place and I want to live there) will not rest until everything that can be unicorn-ized is unicorn-ized. Much like the Product World that will not stop until everything that can be Star Wars-ized is Star Wars-ized. The […]
Artist Elle Karel brings us Moon Moppets, an unbelievably sweet science-inspired line of children's clothing. It includes tanks, tees, rompers, dresses, onesies, beanies, and bloomers adorned with illustrations of spaceships, wildflowers, astronauts, and honeybees. The product site says 5% of each purchase is donated to organizations that support and implement scientific research and educational programs […]
We've seen magician Jose Ahonen showing magic to dogs. Now he's back to show how puppies react to magic. SPOILER: They react in ways that are so cute, it's nearly incomprehensible. Was that too dramatic? That was a little too dramatic, wasn't it? *Watches video again* Actually, no, I 100% stand by what I said.
This is a short video of a man saying "Huh?" and sometimes "Hm?" over and over. It was posted by the man's son-in-law, Youtuber Jon Stevenson. I loved every minute of it. Granted, it's only 28 seconds in its entirety, but I watched it like 7 times, so, yeah. The math checks out, okay? Just trust […]
Etsy shop Imaginary Animal is selling LITERAL hand soap. Etsy shop Imaginary Animal is selling LITERAL hand soap. Yes — hand soap that's shaped like a hand. You can buy a single larger hand for $9 or a pack of eight smaller hands for $16. Whoa! If you've ever been in the market for hand […]
Japan is a country well-known for its impressive efficiency; so it shouldn't surprise you that so many people are interested in the viral Japanese gift wrapping hack that shows just how efficient the Japanese workers are. Now, we all know gift wrapping is no easy task. If you're not into arts and crafts, then you must have known the struggle of wrapping gifts; which is why most of us prefer to pay and get it done by gift-wrappers.
That's probably why a customer from Japan's Takashimaya Department Store decided to entrust the gift-wrapping task to a worker working there. And boy, who would have thought it's actually possible for someone to wrap a gift in 12 seconds. Yes, 12! That means in a minute, he would be able to wrap around 5 gifts; while we probably need around 10 to 15 minutes to wrap one.
But don't worry; everything can be done if you learn hard enough. The gift-wrapping technique was filmed by YouTube user Todd Tripp and has earned over 15 million views since it was uploaded almost 3 years ago:
But in case you find the video too fast for you to follow, relax! YouTube channel Beat the Bush did the favor; analyzing the hack and make it much simpler for us to follow.
Basically, all you had to do is to make sure you have the wrapping paper cut in the right size; not too big and not too small. Instead of just wrapping it vertically, or horizontally like we are used to, you want to position your box in the middle, diagonally. Make sure that all edges of the box can be covered by the wrapping paper. What's next? For a more detailed instruction, you can watch the Japanese Gift Wrapping Hack Explained video below. It's not done in an exact same way just like the Takashimaya gift-wrapper, but the video breaks down all the details and it's very easy to follow each step.
Let us know whether you have tried using this method and how did it work out!
Everyone loves the miniature food cooking videos by Walking With Giants. And their latest is no exception! This time they're making miniature s'mores on a miniature camping trip. It's so cute I can barely breathe. Send help!
The Slo-Mo Guys are back with a new video! This time it shows Dan popping a giant water balloon on himself… IN SLOW MOTION. (Skip to the 5:40 mark to get to the good stuff.) It's pretty awesome, but I was a little disturbed that he left his socks on. There's nothing worse than wearing […]
It's safe to assume that if you're shy, introverted, or simply not used to strike up a conversation, making a small talk can be quite daunting. And you're definitely not alone! We're pretty sure unless you're a social butterfly who constantly feels the need to enlarge your circle of friends; small talks are pretty much very boring and unnecessary. But small talks are vital; you need it when you meet your future in-laws, when you meet your colleagues in the pantry, or when you meet up with your friends. Making small talks can give you a great first impression – as long as you say the right things and at the right time. Actually the science of making small talk isn't as complicated as quantum physics or algebra. It's rather simple, in fact. See how you can start making some small talks below.
1. Find similarities You don't have to make things up ("Oh, you like listening to artist A? Me too!" when in fact you have never heard of the artist) in order to find the common ground. Start with questions about, perhaps, mutual friends or something general? As they answer your question, the conversation can take off from there. Just remember: don't ask things that are too personal; it can cause discomfort for the other party.
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2. Show them those teeth! No, not in a creepy way. But you do need to smile in order to put your talking partner at ease. When you smile sincerely, the other party can warm up sooner and conversation will flow better.
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3. Give an ear Be a good listener. Pay attention to what your partner is talking about. You can pick up interesting details to continue the conversation. People do know whether you're listening carefully or not. Your gaze, your gestures; that's what will give you away. So even if what they're talking about doesn't interest you, make sure you listen well until the end for the sake of courtesy.
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4. Pick the right questions Yes-or-no questions are not the right kind of questions you want to ask. They're basically conversation killer, and you don't want that. Choose questions that require the other person to explain or say something longer than a vowel.
5. Keep things light Remember, you're making small talks; not a debate, not a deep conversation. The person you're talking to might know you less than an hour ago. Keep things optimistic, light, and positive. Don't touch sensitive topics (race, religion, politics) and even if the conversation goes that way, try to gain the control back. Steer the conversation away from anything that can potentially cause problem.
6. Watch your body language Communication isn't all about what you say, it's also about what you do. One thing you can do, is to loosen up! Be attentive, don't slouch or the other way around, too tense. If you're too stiff, it's hard to see how the person you're talking to can enjoy the conversation.
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7. Know when to leave, and know how Ending the conversation is as difficult as starting it. The other party may be far too enthusiastic, and you don't want to be stuck listening to how their cats are doing. Use phrases like, "I need to excuse myself, I need to….." and fill in the blank with something reasonable. To end things nicely, mention briefly that you enjoy (even if you don't) talking to them, and make sure to include their personal name.
So that's how you can start, navigate, and end small talks!
This is the Sushi Ferris Wheel available for pre-order on Amazon for $88. You can see it in action in the bizarre video below. Does anyone all of a sudden desperately need a Sushi Ferris Wheel all of a sudden, or is that just me? I can't be the only one!
This is a video of 4 dogs doing tricks together. They're trained by Emily Larlham from Dogmantics, who, as you can see, is good at what she does. The dogs are also good at what they do. So good, in fact, it's made my dog feel inept. Hell, it's made me feel inept! Then again, […]
Touch is the new world's smallest wireless earbuds by the same makers of the Dot Headset. It's equipped with touch sensor technology and designed to comfortably fit in the human ear. The revolutionary earbuds debut next week on Indiegogo, so stay tuned to score a pair for yourself. In the meantime, find out more on […]
Playboy rounded up some of their favorite Playmates of the past to recreate their magazine covers originally taken ~30 years ago. The series was captured by photographers Ben Miller and Ryan Lowry. This is the result. So many of these women haven't aged a bit, which begs the question: WHAT IS THIS SORCERY??? The Fountain […]
This is the Breakfast Bowl. It's a bowl for eating and a bong for smoking! You can buy one for $90, which is a steal as far as bowls that double as bongs go. Just trust me on this one.
This is a short video of a cat trying to sneak into a suitcase, but gets stuck instead. That's what the description says anyway! TBH, I couldn't see anything past the cat's butthole. It's just blinking, waving back and forth, staring me directly in the eyes… which, I'd like it to be noted, I do not appreciate.
Etsy shop Francesca4me is selling a Poop Emoji Cookie Cutter in a variety of different sizes. Prices start at $6 and go up from there. The shop also offers tons of other emoji cookie cutters to choose from, but let's be honest: why would you need any other emoji cookie cutter when you have a poop emoji […]
Meet The Waterfall Swing designed by Mike O'Toole, Andrew Ratcliff, Ian Charnas and Andrew Witte and built by Dash 7 Design! The swing set can even be programmed to rain all kinds of different shapes. It is pretty much every kind of magical.
This Pikachu charger makes me kinda uncomfortable. [Rocket24News] Sesame Street parodies Orange is the New Black with a bit called Orange is the New Snack. PRIMO! [Rolling Stone] Cowboy Beebop is getting a live-action TV series. [Nerd Approved] The worst food fails of all food fails are so bad, they're good. [Buzzfeed] Speaking of fails, here […]
This is a time-lapse video from Youtuber, storm chaser, and photographer Mike Olbinski. It shows an undulatus asperatus sunset which is rare and, as you can see, unbelievably gorgeous.
Japanese online shop Samurai Age is selling samurai armor for pets. Prices start at $125 and go up from there. Does your cat or dog need to have samurai armor? I'm guessing you said no. Do you need your cat or dog to have samurai armor? I'm guessing you said yes. Because, of course! Hell, […]
Check out this hair embroidery by Los Angeles-based artist Sheena Liam. Every single one is prettier than the last. Which is really saying something, because the first one is, like, super pretty. So! Which is your favorite? It's so hard to say! But gun to my head, the top bun one. And, uh, since I already […]
Picture this, you just bought a brand spanking new Ram 1500 pickup truck and you are cruisin' down the highway to your favorite song. That feeling alone is amazing, but what can you do to make it even better? Modifying it to be even better (yes, it's possible!). Pickup owners all have one thing in […]
Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Jelly Beans!!!! That is all. [Foodiggity] Now you can buy a Polly Pocket purse. Finally! [Cosmo] The cutest Instagram account ever belongs to an old man who posts photos of his wife of 65 years with the sweetest captions. [Mashable] Now you can buy Moscow mule cocktails in a can! [Cool Material] […]
Youtube channel RM Videos posted this short clip following a squirrel as it hides a Cheeto in a lady's hair. Clever, but be warned, Mr. Squirrel: now you definitely can't send it back if it's got a hair in it. You basically did this to yourself! Find a nice couch cushion or something to stuff […]
Firebox is selling Moonshot Gin, booze made with botanicals sent to the edge of space. That's right — SPACE GIN. Per the product description: At an altitude of around 24km the ingredients were exposed to extremely low pressures and temperatures before finally returning to earth to be vacuum-distilled. As if that wasn't painstaking enough, the […]
Etsy artist Lirika Matoshi makes and sells these gorgeous Flowered Fishnet Tights. Prices start at around $110 and go up from there. TBH I want these tights badly, but, much like plants, tights do not last very long when I am involved. If I had a gravestone for each plant I've killed and pair of […]
The Poop Factory is a company that sells Poop Chocolate, which is exactly what it sounds like: chocolate that's in the shape of the poop emoji. You can buy a box for $18 which includes 9 Poop Chocolates. Waiwaiwait — just $18 for 9 chocolates shaped like poop?????? That is a steal! A real bargain. […]
Kyoto Ohata is a shoemaker in Japan. She made these pigeon shoes in hopes that she wouldn't disturb birds as she walks by them. No word on whether or not it's effective, but it's definitely a valiant effort. They look realistic. Maybe too realistic. Are we sure those aren't just hallowed out pigeons? Because that […]
The Scripps National Spelling Bee is approaching so here's how bad the rest of America is at spelling! This is map of each state's most Googled "How To Spell _____" word. Some of them are totally understandable, like vaccume vaccuum vacuum, for example. Others are, uh… do people actually have trouble spelling college? Or banana? I […]