PORCELAIN GARLIC SCULPTURE BY MOLTEN MUD
You know someone for whom this would be the perfect gift. Sculpted by hand in Portland, each bulb ranges from five to 15 ounces and two inches to six inches, wide or tall.
$35. moltenmud.com
OIL PAINTINGS BY STEPHEN V. BECKETT
A small painting in an unexpected place adds whimsy to your home. All of these allium studies are five inches by seven inches with custom made antique floater frames covered with 23K gold leaf.
$75 each. maineartstudio.com
STAINLESS STEEL SOAP FROM WÜSTHOF
Stainless steel neutralizes odors like garlic or shellfish by binding the molecules to its surface. Will licking it get rid of garlic breath? Keep us posted — [email protected] — or you can stick to the scientifically proven method of consuming apples, lemon juice, green tea or fresh spearmint leaves, which were the most effective according to a 2016 Ohio State University study.
$20. wusthof.com
VAMPIRE REPELLENT BY OCEAN STATE PEPPER CO.
The back of the label says, “Easily ward off any sort of vampire attack, or add a delicious punch of roasted California garlic to your next home cooked adventure.” Featuring Rhode Island-grown lemon thyme, marjoram, and organic chilies, sprinkle it wherever needed.
$7.99. mainehomesteadmarket.com or at Maine Homestead Market, 1773 Alfred Road, Lyman
ONION SWING FROM UNIQUEOLOGY SHOP
Maybe you could find a swinging onion chair for far less than $1,000, but imagine the bling and durability of this stainless steel piece, custom-made in Dorset, England.
$1,114.38 for chair, $1,682.09 with frame, shipping included. etsy.com/shop/UniqueologyShop
GARLIC KEEPER BY CAMPFIRE POTTERY
Go ahead, buy that sleeve of 20 bulbs at Costco. A dark, cool garlic keeper will extend their shelf life. Made to order in Gray, this artful object is seven inches high by four inches wide.
$110. shop.campfirepottery.com
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