Here's a gallery of stuff people bought online, only to receive something that was too small, too crappy, or completely unexpected.
A gallery of regrettable online purchases
Make your own "Standard Bathroom Malodor", as developed by the US government
This didn't turn out to be the "military grade" stank of all stanks that Nile had hoped for, but this US government-developed formula for a gut-churning crap/garbage/fart smell would certainly make a righteous stink bomb. Previously on Boing Boing. Image: Screengrab READ THE REST
All aboard the Alabama shit train!
Fact: The only thing that smells worse than your poop is tons of other people's poop. If you don't believe me, take a road trip to the town of Parrish, Alabama. They'll back me up on this one: According to the Associated Press, the citizens of Parrish were forced to endure the stench pouring off… READ THE REST
Best review of a horrible curved Samsung TV
Becky Molln, whose husband Nilay writes for The Verge, reviewed the Samsung UN40K6250AF television set. It's a fantastic rant. The screen is curved, which means that it picks up and seemingly magnifies every glimmer of light in the room. Because that's what you want in a television screen. The curved screen demands that you sit… READ THE REST
Nothing says summer like this Raclette tabletop grill
From picking out the right decor to making sure your home is spotless, hosting your friends and family over can get pretty stressful. But if you really want to make an impression on your party guests, the key is providing them with an experience they can remember — and that isn't going to happen with run-of-the-mill… READ THE REST
This minimalist light packs a maximalist punch
A beautiful light can really tie together a room or even a car for that matter. And while there are some really not-so-subtle ones that can drum up conversation, you're much better off having a more subdued-looking light that lets its color do the speaking. Unfortunately, there's no shortage of tacky and attention-grabbing pieces of furniture out there,… READ THE REST
This affordable and stylish tabletop fire pit leaves zero mess
Whether it's winter or summer, there is something so inviting about a fire. It's a great way to create intimate lighting, adds to the coziness of an atmosphere, and enhances the aesthetics of any situation. We haven't even gotten to the s'mores benefits of fires yet! But the reality is that fires can be frustrating… READ THE REST
