You just pick up the Wilton Brownie Cup Pan (Sur La Table, $10.95) and you’re ready to start baking up a storm. All you need to start making brownie cups (besides this pan) is a standard box of brownie mix from the grocery store. That’s it. You don’t need to figure out a complicated recipe or measure out a certain amount of the mix, you just prepare the mix as directed and slap it on into these massive brownie cups. Easy peasy, right? Each box of brownie mix you prepare yields six baked brownie cups, which you can then eat by themselves or make into magical dessert creations. See, this is where you concoct a new tasty after dinner treat. You can use these brownie cups as ice cream bowls, slap some icing on in there, or even create a variation on strawberry shortcake. The sky is the limit!

Thith ith delicithith! Sorry, I had a mouthful of a triple chunk peanut butter espresso fudge caramel brownie cup.

5 out of 5 stars.

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With the Triangolo (Generate Design, $89.00), your dessert presentation gets a delicious makeover. A set of ten plates molds together to form a cohesive circular plate, so to the unsuspecting eye it looks just like any other dessert tray. But upon closer inspection, it will become apparent that these are actually small plates in the shape of pie slivers. This allows each guest to have their own slice of pie/cheesecake/torte on a cute single serving plate. These plates are made of durable ceramic and are stackable to save space in your cupboard.

So you could just put your freshly baked apple pie on the arranged pie plate circle and then cut it, with each slice falling perfectly onto its respective plate. Or you could be redundant by cutting the pie into pieces on one plate and then transferring them over to the smaller plates. You know, if you wanted to waste time and create a giant mess. Your call.

4 out of 5 stars.

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I suggest you get the Polar Pitcher (KegWorks, $19.95) and spend the entire day outside with a pitcher of beer. I know, you don’t think that you can do that because the beer will surely get warm in under an hour. It’s ok though, you don’t have to call off the beer pong tournament just yet. If you’ve got this pitcher, your beer will always be cold (not so sure about plentiful, but that’s another story). See, this pitcher has a slot in the middle that is loaded from the bottom and holds ice to keep the pitcher’s contents cold from the inside out. With a 60 ounce capacity, this baby can keep your drinks frosty for quite some time. And once the frozen core melts, all you have to do is just load it up with some more ice and you’re good to go.

Pretty cool, right? Right? That was a pun, people, just roll with it. Moving on…

4 out of 5 stars.

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If you have the Wine Rack (Firebox, $29.95), then you’re pretty much set. Sure, it looks like a regular black sports bra, but that’s the genius of it. See, inside the sports bra is a polyurethane refillable bra that holds 750ml or 25oz of your favorite beverage, so you can bring your jolly juice to the ballpark without anyone knowing. A long drinking tube with an on/off valve attaches to the interior bra, which allows you to route it though your clothing without being uncomfortable. As if bypassing the expensive drinks during your outing isn’t enough of an incentive, a full bra also increases your cup size by two full cups. Yeah, you might be a little deflated by the end of the night, but you’ll have drank for free so it’s a small price to pay. And guys, before you start getting your panties in a bunch, there is a male version of this product called the Beerbelly (Firebox, $34.95) that gives you the same sort of experience. Yes, it’s slightly less sexy than having a massive bust to have an inflated belly, but the male version also allows for more liquid storage. Also, it comes with a slot for an optional cold or hot pack to keep your drinks at optimum temperature. And ladies, if you don’t mind looking a bit pudgy, maybe this could work for you as well.

Seriously, I’m never gonna leave the house without one of these again. Hey, I’ve got an awesome idea! I’ll just wear both and then maybe I can say I’m pregnant. Think about it, huge knockers and a bountiful belly – they’ll never even suspect me drinking!

5 out of 5 stars.

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Hey, what the hell? I’m trying to tell a hilarious anecdote here, and my next door neighbors are being so loud I can’t even remember what I was going to say. Man, where was I? Oh yeah, so Stace was all like, “Dude-”

Seriously?! There it is again! I mean, I’m just trying to tell a story within the confines of my own apartment. It’s not like I’m the one who’s having a raucous get together in the middle of the afternoon. I’m completely in the right here. I think I’m gonna go next door and have a chat with Bob and Shirley about this nonsense.

Well that didn’t really go so well (they called me a tool and laughed in my face). It looks like I’m gonna have to fight fire with fire…

It’s a good thing I have my trusty Revenge CD + Earplugs (Perpetual Kid, $7.99) on hand for an occasion such as this. This is no ordinary CD – with this, you can avenge even the cruelest of sound disturbances. Each CD has 20 tracks and comes with a set of earplugs, so you don’t have to suffer through the torture you’re about to bestow upon those who have foolishly wronged you. A few of the highlights on the CD include “House Party,” “Cat in Heat,” and “New Born.” Now, if you’re looking for real authenticity, tracks like “High Heels” and “Doors Banging” are great (especially for downstairs neighbors). Just be careful because this CD is a no holds barred irritation machine and can provoke even the calmest of neighbors.

Oh yeah, I totally went all “Inhuman Screams” on their asses! Not only did Bob and Shirley stop their insanely loud party, but they’re moving out as we speak. I’d totally love to tell you that story now, but I’ve really gotta run. Maybe tomorrow?  It should be interruption free.

5 out of 5 annoying stars.

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