Online Resources for Cool Shelter, Supplies, Costumes, Etc..

[spicylola]

I have been tediously researching online for cool, unique stuff to bring to Burning Man - shelter, supplies, costumes, etc... I am finding so many sites that I would love to share with you all. If you have any similar resources that you know of, please post them here. If you have found better prices/quality than the items posted here, please share! The more resources we share, the more visually stimulating Burning Man will be! It takes time to find all these things, and not everyone has time. Let's put our coconuts together!

[spicylola]

http://www.outfitterwarehouse.com/tipi- ... 39_64.html

The outfitterwarehouse.com has a great selection of very reasonably priced quality canvas tents. The tipis (follow the direct link above) range from $198 for a 9' tipi to $616 for a 24' tipi. They have different fabric selections (water, mildew, treated, etc) and they have both the Crow and Sioux styles.

Someone was asking how to get it there to Burning Man since the poles are so long, etc... I was thinking - if someone has a bus or an RV in your camp, they could be tied on to the roof? Please correct me if I am wrong.

I thought - for the price of a Costco Carport - the 9' tipi is an attractive alternative, although smaller in size.

Does anyone have any tipi tips for the playa?

[spicylola]

http://www.vivaterra.com/pls/enetrixp/! ... 44758.page

Vivaterra.com has a Rug called the "Reclaimed Oriental Rug" an indoor-outdoor rug made from recycled plastic bottles and packaging materials. Their tubular threads absorb no stains, can be easily cleaned with a sponge or garden hose, and won't trap water or mildew. They range from $45 (4' x 6') to $119 (6' x 9') Follow the link above to go to the site... then go to "Home and Garden" section "Rugs and Mats"

Imagine: a beautiful Oriental rug that you can hose all the Playa dust off of without it being soaked with water! It can rain on your rugs, no problem.

[spicylola]

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/zip/704029025.html

Hey... Not sure how long this will last! I found a 12' FREE Trampoline in Manhattan Beach - Los Angeles Area... I will not be taking it - but maybe someone here will! Let me know if you do so I can come jump on it!

[spicylola]

http://www.industrialbicycles.com/

Industrialbicycles.com is not cheap, but they have great industrial-type bicycles, tricycles, trikes and other interesting cargo bikes...

Let us know if you know of a more economical source..

[spicylola]

http://store2home.com/product_info.php? ... ts_id=1824

The above site/link has a product listed as: SOLAR OUTDOOR GARDEN PATH LIGHTING 16 LIGHTS LANDSCAPE (Westinghouse) These are the cheapest outdoor Solar Path Lights I have found online...

[spicylola]

http://www.starlight.com/bodypaint.html

This site has some body paint that is safe to use all over the body, does not run or fade, and does not smell or cause allergic reactions like latex... they also have an invisible black light paint that is pretty cool. I haven't tried it yet, have any of you?

[spicylola]

http://www.campingworld.com/browse/skus ... unum=37760

I thought a locking Bicycle Trunk would be a cool thing to attach to my bike, after decorating it. I am a girl who doesn't like to carry a purse, and last time I was at Burning Man it was annoying to have to carry around all that stuff.

Anyone have any experience with these?

[spicylola]

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/mcy/706947904.html

Here is another Craigslist find - not sure how long it will last... a Gas Go-Ped that runs for $125 in Long Beach. These things usually cost a minimum of $300 used. Hurry up and get it while it lasts!

[spicylola]

http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZreflections23

This guy Reflections23 on Ebay (from Las Vegas) has crazy cool mega big hair drag queen wigs... FUUUUNNNN!!!!

[spicylola]

http://www.frankbeecostume.com/banana.html

O Wow. I found a Giant Banana Costume and the price is $69.99!

How do you like that! Nice price right? ;)

I'll admit it. I'm selfish... I keep some of my favorite costume sites to myself - stay away from my wigs on frankie bee's! But I wouldn't mind seeing dozens of Giant Bananas running around. It would be kind of thrilling actually. Let's have a Giant Banana Rally!!!

[spicylola]

http://www.burtsbees.com/webapp/wcs/sto ... &langId=-1

It is called the "Tips 'N Toes Hands and Feet Kit" from Burt's Bees. I bought one that came with a pair of socks from the health food store, the one on the Burt's Bees website comes with a Pumice Stone instead... The salves and creams for hands and feet are amazing! Kind of oily, but effective. You put the Coconut Foot Cream on your feet with socks before you go to bed - and it will totally hydrate your feet. I am not sure if I would put it on already cracked feet - that might need different treatment. The kit with 8 mini travel products (for hands and feet) including a lip balm costs about $13

[spicylola]

http://www.coolstuffcheap.com/multi-col ... ights.html

These Bodhi Leaf Flower lights are a great alternative to the standard Christmas Tree lights - and they have them in many colors (not just the rainbow version in the link) I used these at a party before and they are beautiful... However! It would probably be an indoor to semi-indoor thing, because they say sunlight fades the colors. It would be really cool to see these inside some shelters... They are not exactly cheap... I bought the six pack which is about 60' for $120 plus tax and shipping... I will be reusing them at Burning Man.

[spicylola]

http://www.fishermanspants.com/collection.html (expensive, but nice)

http://www.thaicraftwarehouse.com/tcwLi ... &instock=0

(cheap)

These pants are kind of like wearing a sarong or wrap skirt but they are really loose comfortable pants that tie in the front and back... They are nice! The websites above (follow the direct links) have a good selection of these style of pants in many different fabrics and materials... You can tie up the legs into shorts for bike riding, etc.

[spicylola]

http://www.mydivascloset.com/fakeeyelashes.html

Mydivascloset.com has Fake Eyelashes GALORE! I am going to go nuts in there... I will not have enough time at Burning Man to wear them all! I am excited - I especially love the feather ones! They are not cheap, but hey! It says they are reusable.

[spicylola]

http://www.buycostumes.com/Category/130 ... ults1.aspx

This website has some Mascot Costumes for as low as $120 - other sites I've seen had them at $800+ It might be a warm idea for the cold nights! Hmm... I won't be dressing up as a mascot, too much clothing, but you can!

[spicylola]

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.7428 (12 for $2.62)

http://cgi.ebay.com/Lot-of-25-Imitation ... dZViewItem

(25 for $24.99 looks like better quality)

Assorted Fake Moustache Party Packs

I think all the topless girls should be offered Fake Moustaches at Burning Man. Make things even more interesting. I will be wearing one. Will you?

[ibdave]

You forgot the best site yet...

http://www.playazon.com/home.html

[AntiM]

That's just mean! Me Like.

[Token]

As long as Lola is not selling here wares, this is OK, right?

Just like the Blinky sticky thread only for general swag.

I actually like this thread and the enthusiasm.

[AntiM]

That's right. Recommendations are welcome. Think it says that somewhere in the guidelines.

[JezebelinHell]

Think Geek has some of the coolest stuff I've ever seen (although most of it is more for home/office than BRC).

http://www.thinkgeek.com

I'm getting the solar powered iPod charger (so I can listen to mellow music when I want to sleep), the LED lanterns are amazing, and I think I need a fog blaster. They have a section called 'Outdoor Geek' that has lots of cool camping/survival gadgets as well.

Warning: If you're a nerd (like me) be prepared to waste entire paychecks on that site just getting cool gadgets for your house.

[PEZ]

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.7428 (12 for $2.62)

http://cgi.ebay.com/Lot-of-25-Imitation ... dZViewItem

(25 for $24.99 looks like better quality)

Assorted Fake Moustache Party Packs

I think all the topless girls should be offered Fake Moustaches at Burning Man. Make things even more interesting. I will be wearing one. Will you?

Damnit, you man I could have saved all that time growing this?



I will say though, it's worked out quite well in the long run. Girls are all over it. Even had one girl ask for a mustache ride.

-PEZ

[spicylola]

[quote="Token"]As long as Lola is not selling here wares, this is OK, right?

Just like the Blinky sticky thread only for general swag.

I actually like this thread and the enthusiasm.[/quote]

Nope - I don't have anything for sale... just sharing sites that I found while shopping so I don't drive my husband and my friends crazy by saying:

"Look! Look! That is a cool thing for Burning Man"

They are already pulling their hair out.

[spicylola]

Thank you all for sharing! Remember that post about the "Reclaimed Oriental Rug"? I just bought one brand new off of Craigslist for $100. $65+ dollars less than on the website. Google any item to see if you can find better deals.

[spicylola]

[quote="JezebelinHell"]Think Geek has some of the coolest stuff I've ever seen (although most of it is more for home/office than BRC).

[url]http://www.thinkgeek.com[/url]

I'm getting the solar powered iPod charger (so I can listen to mellow music when I want to sleep), the LED lanterns are amazing, and I think I need a fog blaster. They have a section called 'Outdoor Geek' that has lots of cool camping/survival gadgets as well.

Warning: If you're a nerd (like me) be prepared to waste entire paychecks on that site just getting cool gadgets for your house.[/quote]

I love the LED Lanterns!!!!

[spicylola]

http://www.tranniegear.com/

Ha! I love it. This site has the best wigs! Especially the X-Fro a gigantic Afro. So many color selections. And if you are a man who needs fake boobs or other female parts you can get those too! :x

[spicylola]

http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=200095.0

Have you seen those mini top hats and crowns that sit to one side of the head? There is a tutorial on this site that shows you how to make one yourself! The decorations they show are kind of frou frou, but you can decorate it to suit your own tastes and costumes.

[spicylola]

http://www.welovecolors.com/

This site has a great selection of tights, leggings, fishnets, etc... The best part about it is the amount of colors they have to choose from! They have cool fishnet body wear too!

[spicylola]

http://discountstripper.com/

I love this site! They have a huge selection of clubwear. My favorites are the mini skirts, fishnet wear, and shoes!