Office Supplies, Furniture, Art…

This section of Office Freaks is sort of a catch all. You’re likely to find just about anything here from lol cats to pens and from funny office videos to high brow office furniture. Call it a grab bag, call it a mélange, call it anything you want – but most of all you’ll just call it fun.

Unique Desk Accessory for History Buffs

And Lovers of Shiny Things Everywhere

by Joi

Desk Accessory Toy

As a history buff, I’m fascinated by the Desk-Sized Catapult shown here. As someone who jumps out of bed each morning, hoping to be distracted by as many shiny things as possible, I’m head over heels in love with it.

From Design Toscano:
Our collectible is a detailed replica of an intriguing medieval machine. The authentic foundry iron construction with moving parts includes a fully functioning ratchet with firing action on the catapult.

The Desk-Sized Catapult would make a popular gift for other office freaks as well as a crazy cool conversation starter for your own desk. Click through for a closer look. This desk accessory isn’t just awesome, it’s full out awesome.

Drink Dispenser for a KILLER Halloween Party

Do Your Office Party Up Right

by Joi

Office Halloween Party Drink Dispenser

The In My Veins Liquid Drink Dispenser is just perfect for an office Halloween party… or year-round for the office that’s just a little weird.

Just fill with Hawaiian punch, fruit punch, or red soda pop and let the good times roll.

Click through the link or the picture for more information.

Coffee Mugs Made Just for Office Freaks

Gorgeousness, Pure Gorgeousness

by Joi

Coffee Mug

All good office freaks love coffee – it’s our fuel,our lifeline, our ticket to survival each Monday (as well as Tuesday through Sunday).   You show me an office freak who doesn’t love coffee and I’ll show you a freak who isn’t living up to their full potential.

The Konitz Coffee Collage Snuggle 14-Ounce Mugs, Set of 2, White, shown above, which I love by the way, is from Amazon. The Konitz Coffee Collage Mega 19-Ounce Mug, White, below, which I also love is also from Amazon.  I’m pretty certain I want both of them…. if by pretty certain I mean I have to have them or life just won’t be the same.

Click through either image or link for a better look. Love these!

Coffee Mug

Great Gift for Co-Workers in the Office

After You Grab One for Yourself, Of Course

by Joi

The Newton’s Cradle- Colors May Vary, above, is a perfect gift for office workers – even if the office worker is yourself.

There’s just something utterly relaxing about playing with Newton’s Cradle and the wooden base in this particular on makes it even sturdier than most. Not only is it a great stress buster, let’s face it.. it looks good to have “stress relieving” office supplies in your office. People automatically assume you’re a big shot.

I think I’ll get two.

Fun Office Supplies Journal from ModCloth

A Must Have for Indecisive Office Freaks!

by Joi

Pro Con Journal

I recently stumbled upon a great, great, great new website filled with pages of things I want, need, and must have.  I actually found it by clicking an ad on a website I visit daily… actually, several times daily, I Can Has Cheezburger.  What can I say, I’m a cat lover extraordinaire and NO ONE on earth loves to laugh any more than I do – so the website and I were made for each other.

Something else I’m all about is shopping, so this new website is a particular pleasure.  It’s filled with quirky, random, and deliciously unexpected goodies, such as the Pro and Con Journal pictured above.

From ModCloth.com:

Whenever you’re conflicted by an important choice, weigh all of the factors that could impact the outcome in this petite journal that pits the pros against the cons. Designed specifically for the detail-oriented decider, this spiral-bound book provides space for every positive and negative notion on opposing pages. Once you count up each detail and arrive at a conclusion, outline your prescribed plan of action, and mark your mission complete! Settling a dispute in swift and objective style has never been more simple.

 

Click through to take a closer look at the Pro and Con Journal and, whatever you do, be sure to look around at everything else on ModCloth’s website.  The prices are fantastic!

Stylish Laptop Inspired by Nature

14 Inch Bamboo Laptop, too Gorgeous

by Joi

14 Inch Bamboo Laptop

The ASUS U43JC-X1 14-Inch Bamboo Laptop (10 Hours of Battery Life)Laptop Computers) (shown above) performs as beautifully as it looks.  The stylish design of this laptop takes its cues from nature – making it especially popular with those of us who are as much “nature freaks” as we are “office freaks.”

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Drawing on the symbolism of bamboo as a durable renewable resource, the sophisticated U43Jc bamboo notebook with a 14-inch HD LED-backlit display combines distinguished aesthetics with premium technology. The stylish U43Jc-X1 bamboo shell reduces the use of plastic material by up to 15%, and enhances a brushed-aluminum interior. Sleek and user-friendly, this mobile phenom blends powerful yet energy-efficient technology to deliver an astounding 10 hours of battery life between charges.1

Its power-saving ability is due to the system-optimizing ASUS Super Hybrid Engine, and to NVIDIA Optimus Technology that switches between powerful discrete graphics and efficient embedded graphics, providing sufficient power for the task at hand. The U43Jc-X1 complements its power with convenience by incorporating SuperSpeed USB 3.0, for up to 10 times faster transfer speeds compared to USB 2.0.2

The U43Jc-X1 features the Intel Core i5 processor, 14-inch Slim-Type LED-backlit HD display, high-speed Wireless N connectivity, 4GB DDR3 system memory, 500GB hard drive, 2.0MP webcam with lens cover for added security, multi-touch trackpad, and Windows 7 Home Premium.

Key Features

  • Distinguished bamboo texture cover for a unique style and touch that uses 15% less plastic
  • Up to 10 hours of battery1 life for all-day unplugged freedom
  • 14-inch Slim-Type LED-backlit HD display with 1366 x 768 resolution for high-quality visuals
  • Intel Core i5 processor with Intel Turbo boost Technology for smart multitasking performance
  • NVIDIA GeForce 310M graphics 1GB DDR3 VRAM for excellent HD-quality visuals for games, media, and more
  • NVIDIA Optimus Technology for automatic and seamless switching between powerful NVIDIA GeForce graphics and battery-saving integrated graphics engine
  • ASUS Super Hybrid Engine innovatively saves battery life and boosts performance
  • SuperSpeed USB 3.0 charges compatible devices faster and delivers up to 10 times faster transfer rates than previous generation USB 2.02
  • Intel WiDi HD Wireless Display3 technology makes it easy to wirelessly stream HD content to your TV or external monitor

See ASUS U43JC-X1 14-Inch Bamboo Laptop (10 Hours of Battery Life)Laptop Computers) for more information.  When you click through the second link, Amazon provides GREAT information to help you find the laptop that is perfect for you.

Stylish Synthetic Leather Desk Set

Outfit Your Desk and Organize Your Office

by Joi

Office Desk Set

That’s right. That’s what I’m talking about. A desk set that makes you feel like you’re the biggest big shot who ever sat behind a desk. The Majestic Goods Office Supply Synthetic Leather Desk Set, Black 9 Piece (W513) is handsome enough to make you feel (and look) like you’re in tall cotton even if you’re in gravel.

The 9 Piece Black Synthetic Leather Desk Set is from Amazon.  Click through the image or the link for more information.

Details

  • Desk pad, Double pen stand
  • Business Card holder, Picture frame
  • Pencil cup, Letter opener
  • Double stack letter tray
  • Memo holder, Desk Clock

Office Organization: The Final Frontier

Handsome Portfolio Folder from Wilson Jones

by Joi

Office OrganizerOffice and Organization.   They both start with O, you’d think they’d have more in common. Why does it have to be so easy to just toss notes, index cards, and other office supplies here and there?  Why does it have to be so hard to take the time to find (say it with me boys and girls) “a place for this and a place for that… everything in its place.”  I’m kind of picturing my third grade teacher, Mrs. Applebee right now -  horn rimmed glasses and all.

The key to organization in the home, at the office, or in the home office all rises and falls on one thing: Our tools.  If we outfit our office, and arm ourselves, with the right kind of organizational tools, we almost can’t help but be organized.  The right kind of office supplies for organization can actually keep us from getting in our own way.

The Wilson Jones Padfolio/Sorter, Polypropylene, Clear Dividers with Tabs, Pen/Card Holders, Black (above) would like nothing more than to help us keep our work area neater and more organized.  There are some pretty powerful benefits to being sublimely organized, such as:

  1. When your office is organized, you won’t lose important notes, passwords, appointments, pens, pets…
  2. When you’re organized, you can better manage your time.  No more time spent looking for an elusive paper!
  3. Clutter and chaos lead to stress and anxiety.  When things around us are in their place (oh no, Mrs. Applebee’s back), we’re calmer and feel more in control.

Product Details

  • Unique five-subject clear tab sorter
  • Transparent tabbed dividers allow you to quickly sort and organize documents
  • Holders for pen and business cards
  • Black, professional look
  • Soft, rounded spine for comfort grip

Product Description

This durable, attractive portfolio folder is made to satisfy the daily organizational needs of professionals. Includes a full set of 5-tab clear transparent View Tab professional color sorter for easy identification and customization. Quickly sort and organize documents. Soft, rounded spine gives the portfolio a comfortable grip and a professional look. Includes a pad of paper, as well as holders for pen and business cards. No-rip poly covers protect contents. Perfect portfolio for those who prefer not to use leather.

Click the following link for more information: Wilson Jones Padfolio/Sorter, Polypropylene, Clear Dividers with Tabs, Pen/Card Holders, Black

The Big Event at Staples: You Won’t Believe These Deals!

by Joi

Norton 360 v4.0 (1-3 User)

Norton 360 v4.0 (1-3 User) is on sale this week at Staples. It’s actually just one of the great deals you’ll be able to find during The Big Event that will run through August 7.  We Office Freaks love few things more than saving money, so get cracking.

Norton 360 v4.0

  • Blocks viruses, spyware, Trojans, worms, bots and rootkits
  • Deletes unnecessary files, defrags your hard drive, fixes common problems, and tunes up your PC to keep it running at peak performance
  • Automatically backs up files either locally (to disc or other storage device) or online when your PC is idle

Be sure to check out the Top 10 Deals of the week, with a savings of up to 50 percent. You’ll find great office furniture and office supply deals like these:

  • Dymo LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo Label Printer – Save $100 after easy rebate
  • HP G62-225NR 15.6″ Laptop – Regularly $599.98, now $479.98
  • HP Office Paper, 8 1/2″ x 11″, Case – Save $14! – Regularly $48.99, now $34.99 (Online Only)
  • Staples® Cushing Luxura™ Manager’s Chair – Regularly $199.99, now just $99 for a savings of $100! (Truth be told, I would love one of these chairs.)

See Staples Office Supplies for more savings just waiting for you to take advantage of them.

Don’t keep them waiting!

Office Supplies: Great Deals From Office Depot and Others

by Joi

Hot Offers

Many companies – online and off – are in full Back to School savings mode. Any office freak worth their weight in paper clips knows that means one thing: It’s Christmas in July! If you’re anything like me, you find yourself hovered around the season’s new notebooks, pens, binders (my pulse is starting to race), paper clips, index cards, post it notes – right there with the kiddies.

Remember the scene from Andy Griffith where Andy’s telling Opie and his friends about the Minute Men – trying to turn them on to history? Andy’s encouraging them to start a history club. Barney’s standing right behind the boys, hanging on every word. When he can’t stand it any more, he blurts out, “Will you help us?!?!”

I was perusing the seasons new binders yesterday at Target, amongst about 5 giggling little girls – and the scene above played out in my head. I didn’t let it deter me, though. I had my eye on a killer purple binder and had no intention of letting one of the gigglers get to it before me.

Yay, me.

Below are a few office supply bargains I’ve rounded up. Sure, some might call them Back to School sales – but we know what they are: Signs that God loves office freaks.

Vista Print has a great deal on business cards. You can get 250 of their Premium Business Cards for only $3.99.
Choose from thousands of designs and get more customization features. The printing is free – you pay for the shipping and handling.

Click through to check out their amazing graphics and selections. I have ordered from Vista Print before and could not have been more satisfied if they’d paid me instead of the other way around.

Office Depot has a couple of sweet deals going on as well:

  • Permanent Labels – buy one, get one free
  • Big savings on HP Office Paper – Online Only and only through tomorrow (24th)
  • Save over $100 on select computers

Also, on Office Depot‘s website, you can print out a coupon (good through tomorrow) for $10 off your in-store qualifying purchase of $25 or more. Print out your coupon and, right after supper, go make a little merriment in your nearest Office Depot.

Another favorite online and offline destination is Macy’s. Not to be outdone, Macy’s is having a great deal this weekend too: Extra 15%off Home (10%off electrics and electronics) + Free Shipping with $125 Home Purchase at macys.com Enter promo Code: BACKHOME at checkout. Valid 07-21-2010 through 07-25-2010. It’s online only and it’s only through Sunday.

Be sure to check out K-Mart’s electronic deals. They’re offering 30 days free shipping which we all know adds up to really big savings.

I’ll post more Back to School sales Office Freaks deals later.  Right now I  have to get supper, then get all flossy flossy for Office Depot.

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