Secrets Hidden in Plain Sight
Life is full of little surprises. Sometimes they can be pleasant, and sometimes less so. Everyone can relate to the trill that we all feel when we uncover a hidden surprise. And who can say they don’t love the feeling of discovering an Easter egg hidden in places you’ve never paid attention to? It’s like being in on a secret! In this article we have compiled a list of such instances, so now you can be in on the secret. From logos to secret rooms, and even optical illusions, we hope this list will surprise you. Check it out below!
67. Super Secret Camouflage Print
Someone buying a brand new gaming controller might not notice the clever secret hiding in the pattern. The first time you look at the design it merely looks like a black and white camouflage print. Besides, you’re probably too overcome with excitement over your new controller to pay attention. But if you play enough games with it you just might start to notice an interesting detail within the mesmerizing pattern.
The silhouette of the controller itself is secretly hidden among the pattern. Definitely, a cool thing to catch after a long night of killing zombies in Call of Duty. You’ve got to admit, the print certainly lives up to the name “camouflage”, and in more than one way!
66. A Little Surprise on a Boring Bus Ride
Ever hopped onto public transportation without a pair of headphones or a book to read? We bet that you’ve stared aimlessly around the bus, maybe you did some people watching or counted the number of holes on the air vent. If you’re in the habit of noticing those little details you may be so lucky to stumble across something like this!
If you take a closer look you’ll clearly see the image of Pac Man as well as three ghosts chasing after him. That’s certainly an amusing thing to catch sight of while you’re on a boring bus ride. It’s not as fun as having a gaming console to play with, but we’ll put it this way; if you were distracted by a video game you might not have noticed this neat detail!
65. The Side of the Sphinx You’ve Never Seen
The Great Sphinx of Giza is probably one of the most recognizable landmarks of the Middle East, if not the entire world. You’ve probably seen its human face in geography books many times before. But unless you’ve visited the statue in Egypt you’ve probably never seen its backside. This half-human sculpture has had a tail all along!
There is some debate surrounding the other half of the Sphinx statue. Some believe it was originally a jackal while others claim it was modeled after a lion. Whichever creature it might be we know for a fact it had a tail. And just to add to the mystery, there have also been claims of secret chambers hidden inside it!
64. A Blue McDonald’s
What’s the first thing you think about when you hear the word “McDonald’s”? Aside from the Big Mac, you might imagine the trademark golden arches in their logo. The mere image of them will get your mouth watering with the promise of tasty fast food. But did you know there are branches out there that feature BLUE arches instead?
One of the only McDonald’s with a variation on the classic design, and it’s located in Sedona, Arizona. The city felt that the bright yellow color of the logo would clash with the natural beauty of the red mountains. As a result, they compromised on this teal color. Pretty neat, huh?
63. Hidden Black Light Label On A Baby Lotion bottle
This one is pretty interesting. There’s a QR code hidden on this baby lotion bottle from Johnson and Johnson, but it’s only visible under a black light. The QR code simply leads you to the website that sells the same brand of lotion. But we have to ask the question; why under a black light and why a QR code?
Either way, we’re sure whoever found this was pretty surprised to find it. Baby lotion is about the last thing that we could imagine putting underneath the black light, and we have to wonder what kind of coincidences led to this bottle falling under black light in the first place! Either way, it was hidden right in plain sight and found by accident.
62. A Naughty Secret
Companies are always trying to distinguish their products from the rest of the competition. This can be pretty tricky to pull off if your merchandise is as common as a pair of pants, but Lucky Brand clearly figured out a way to stand out! Not only is this a cheeky surprise but it also manages to incorporate their company name. Very cool!
Imagine getting busy with a special someone and discovering this little message when unzipping their pants. Would you find it interesting, or would you think it a bit too risque? We’re guessing the target demographic of Lucky Brand includes the type of people who would totally dig a secret surprise like this!
61. A Hairbrush with a Hidden Secret
Tell us whether you’ve ever been in this situation; you’re brushing your hair and you desperately need to pin a section back. You begin to rummage through your bathroom drawers, your purse, your closet, searching high and low for a hair clip. Well, it’s time to say goodbye to that particular problem, this hairbrush manufacturer has you covered with a secret hidden clip!
It’s perfectly positioned to help you with all of your hair woes without being too obvious, it slides into just the right spot. We don’t think we’ve ever seen a more convenient hairbrush design. But we do have one question, does it come with a compartment for bobby pins, too? If not, they better get on that!
60. Clever Marketing Inside Pet Toy
This one could be a “blink and you’ll miss it” moment for most pet owners. This pet toy company installs fabric on the inside that tells you when the toy is worn out and needs to be replaced (usually when it has been torn apart so much that the inside fabric is now on the outside). The text says “time to throw me away, time to get another one, bark!”
At least you have something to look forward to the next time Fido tears his stuffed animal limb from limb. Not to mention, you’ll also have a pretty clear reminder that it’s time to buy a new one if the stuffing strewn all over the floor wasn’t enough of a sign!
59. Keep an Eye Out for Secret Street Art
There must have been a very bored artist waiting around on this street, or perhaps a mapmaker who is determined to etch maps on every surface they can find. No matter what the origin of this little rusty map is, you have to admit it’s a pretty cool thing to come across. If you don’t have a keen eye for these sorts of details you’ll probably dismiss it as just another chipped and rusty piece of metal.
But it really is worth it to keep your eyes open for life’s little surprises. After all, you’ve probably passed several if not dozens of rusty poles in your life, when was the last time you took a really close look at one of them?
58. Beautiful Dress Cut Creators Swimming Optical Illusion
This one is interesting because the cut of the dress creates a slimming optical illusion that makes it appear as though the woman is a third of her original size.
While we understand why this effect would be desirable to some, this woman appears to already be quite skinny. Her already slim figure combined with this dress creates quite a jarring image to look at!
57. An Imposter Tree
The first time you notice this tree you might not think much of it. However, the second or third time you pass it you might begin to notice that it has a bit of an odd shape. It almost looks like it’s part of a Lego playset. You’d probably be surprised to learn that this isn’t a tree at all, it’s a cellphone tower!
We’re guessing the city planners didn’t want anything to interfere with the natural look of the trees, so they decided to have their tech blend in with its surroundings. We wonder if the rest of the plants realize there’s an imposter among them. It’s only a matter of time before they figure him out!
56. Yo Dawg, We Put a Toy Inside Your Toy
Anyone who has a pet dog is all too familiar with this situation. You buy Fido an adorable little toy, only to have him shred it into pieces, leaving a sad mess of the destroyed plushie on the floor. But this clever toy manufacturer discovered a way to design their pet toys a little differently, in a way that makes them stand out from the rest.
Instead of simply finding a torn-up mess of stuffing and fabric, you will find another toy inside the previous one! You’ll practically be begging your dog to rip up their toy, just so you can catch a glimpse of this secret surprise. though we must admit, that second cactus sure looks sad to have his first layer of skin torn off!
55. The Secret of the Toblerone Logo
Even if you’re not a chocolate fanatic, you’ve probably seen the Toblerone logo a million times before. You would probably recognize that mountain without even seeing the text alongside it. But how closely have you examined this everyday image? You might have a hard time if you tried to figure out what the heck a bear has to do with a chocolate bar, but worry not, we have the answers right here.
The Toblerone was created in 1908 by a man named Theodore Tobler, in the city of Bern, Switzerland. The city featured a bear on its coat of arms as early as the 13th century. So paying homage to Tobler’s hometown, a bear was hidden in the chocolate’s famous logo.
54. Easter Egg on the Futurama DVDs
Futurama might be one of the most iconic adult cartoons of the 2000s. The show chronicles the adventures of a modern-day man who’s living in the very distant future, approximately one thousand years from where we are today. The show had a seven season run and was produced by 20th Century Fox. But in keeping with their theme, they made some changes to the company’s logo!
You’ve got to hand it to the Futurama creative team, they sure know how to sneak in a clever joke! If you’re a big fan of the show you might want to have a look at your own DVDs. Now that you know the secret you can bust these out to impress your friends.
53. An Unlucky Fate for a Fly
Even the most complex manufacturing plant is bound to have some kind of error every now and then. Usually, products that come out with a defect are tossed and never make it to the store shelf. But this tiny mishap was probably too small for any factory worker to notice. Eventually, some unlucky soul came across it in the bathroom.
There isn’t a doubt in our mind that this particular square went straight to the trash. We know insects tend to get into sticky situations, but being pressed onto a sheet of toilet paper has to be the weirdest thing we’ve ever heard of. An unfortunate fate for this fly, but a fascinating photo for the internet!
52. Ever Wonder What Is Inside The Bendy Bracelet?
Have you ever wondered what was inside those snap bracelets we all remember from the 90s? Well look no further, this curious dude on Reddit took apart his sister’s bracelet to figure out what exactly was inside it, and once you see it you’ll wonder why you never realized what was there before! It actually makes sense when you think about it, those measuring tapes were a fun toy for kids who managed to get into their parent’s toolbox.
Both materials act in a very similar way, so it’s no wonder they were repurposed into this trendy fashion accessory from our childhood. If you’re moving on from the tend, as you should be, at least you’ll have a somewhat useful tool for measuring!
51. Hidden Blue Ink Within Red Ink Pen
This one is a cute gimmick that you may not notice right off the bat. This pen is shaped like a syringe filled with blood, which may lead you to believe the ink of the pen is red as well. However, when you attempt to write with the pen you will find that the ink is actually blue! It’s secretly contained in a cartridge that is surrounded by the deceptive red liquid.
These pens are very cute and are sure to dazzle anyone you show them to. The casual observer may not have even noticed unless they tried writing with it, but anyone who does is in for a fun surprise. That is unless they really needed to use a pen with red ink!
50. Clean Your Yogurt Lid for a Secret Message
What kind of monster throws away their yogurt lid without licking it? Well, whoever these wasteful people are, they’re certainly missing out on this clever little message. This yogurt company is confident enough that their yogurt is so tasty that you won’t be able to resist licking the underside clean, and once you do you’ll be in on their secret message!
Most people can’t resist cleaning the underside of the yogurt lid, so we don’t think this will stay a secret for very long. But it’s still a pretty cool way to distinguish your brand of yogurt from all the other ones out there, kudos to whoever came up with the idea! An excellent lesson in branding for anyone out there.
49. Hidden Glasses Cleaning Fabric Sewn Into Your Shirt
This secret piece of microfiber hidden in a button-down shirt is a serious godsend to anyone who wears glasses. Gone are the days of smudging your glasses with random shirt fabric, or material that would eventually scratch your lenses to the point of needing to be replaced. This is certainly a pleasant surprise for anyone browsing a clothing rack!
This is such a brilliant concept, we wonder why it wasn’t implemented into every T-shirt years ago. We cannot relate to the plight of needing to clean your glasses, running around looking for the correct cleaning fabric to help you de-smudge it – but we can imagine this shirt would be a big help to anyone who can!
48. Pajamas that can Talk Slang
This Reddit user discovered a secret message on the tag of his pajama pants while they were taking a late-night trip to the bathroom. They must’ve put their pants on backward in a tired haze, otherwise, they might not have stumbled across this little tag. It looks like this may serve as an indication that your pants are on the wrong way.
That’s an interesting way to remind people their clothing needs to be adjusted! These Old Navy pants pajama bottoms should set the stage for other clothes to give you tips. Like belts that say “keeping it tight”. It’s always fun when everyday items have a little bit of personality, and these pants are no exception.
47. Two Sets of Washing Instructions
Most young people who are new to adulting may not read the washing instructions on their clothing. However, if you’re vigilant enough to do so, you may come across secret messages like these. That is unless you’re the type to shove all your clothes in the washing machine indiscriminately. Apparently, this clothing manufacturer is well aware that they have buyers who aren’t familiar with washing machine instructions.
Their solution? Advise their customers to ask their mothers how to deal with it! Hopefully, this is a short term solution, and whoever is wearing this shirt will learn how to wash it on their own (without ruining it) eventually. But until then it might be best for them to consult an expert.
46. Can You Find The Phone Hidden In Plain Sight?
This picture made waves around the Internet in the last few months for being incredibly confusing. As the the title implies, there’s a missing phone somewhere in this image. Can you find it? We spent a very long time taking a look at this image and were unable to locate even a shred of a phone
However, when we finally found it we were absolutely giddy and relieved. Have you given up yet? Here’s a hint: take a look next to the right chair leg. We hope you were able to spot the phone. How long did it take you? And did you find it with or without our hint?
45. London Symphony Orchestra Logo
The London Symphony orchestra’s logo is clever for a few different reasons: the first is a unique, sleek, and memorable design that forms the initials of the organization. However, the second reason, the one that may be a little harder to catch if you don’t look closely, is that the 3 initials actually form the shape of a person conducting an orchestra.
The L forms their left hand and the S makes their head, while the O serves as their right hand! This is one of the lesser-known clever logos. The logo is the symbol that gives a company or brand its identity, so it’s integral that it not only be creative but stand out in people’s memories as well, and this one did just that!
44. A Silver Lining to Breaking Your Knight
Board games rarely come with any hidden secrets. The box you buy them in usually lists the exact number of items you should expect to find in the set, no more and no less. This chess set, however, seems to have its own little hidden secret. It would appear that the pieces repurpose dice from old games to create the base for some of the pieces.
That’s a pretty innovative way to recycle, and it also makes for a cool find in case one of the pieces breaks! You might be bummed out that you’ll need to replace your knight, but at least you’ll have a cool photo to share on social media. And now you even have a new pair of dice!
43. The Inside Of A Violin Holds Beautiful Interior
These photos show what the inside of a violin looks like, and we bet you never expected them to look this pretty! These instruments already look beautiful on the outside, but who knew they were this gorgeous on the inside as well! These photos almost make the inside of the violin look like an expensive beautiful apartment with a skylight. Imagine the sounds traveling through that violin, how exquisite.
The violin truly is a stunning instrument from all angles. The next time you’re looking at a violin or a violinist in an orchestra try to imagine these photos and the concert that must be taking place on the inside of the instrument just as much as the outside.
42. A Hidden Door in a Dorm Hallway
This photo was taken in the lobby of a dorm room, and we can only imagine the excitement of the student who first discovered it. Maybe this is a special VIP dorm that’s hidden away from the rest, allowing whoever occupies it a higher level of privacy. Or maybe it’s not a dorm room at all, perhaps it’s a secret party room created by seniors long ago.
We may never find out what lies beyond this secret door, as the Reddit user who shared this photo said it was locked and they were unable to open it. More likely than not it’s just a janitor’s closet filled with brooms, mops, and a variety of cleaning solutions. But we’d like to imagine it’s something a bit more exciting.
41. Hidden blockbuster sign behind a billboard
The times are changing, and with the end of the 90s came the closure of most Blockbusters. The only expectation is the last one that keeps its doors open by selling merchandise – and that’s a true story you can quote us on. But this old Blockbuster sign found new life as a billboard for a restaurant.
Those perceptive enough to look through the side of the sign can still spot its previous life and intellectual property for a fun nostalgic surprise. You can still see the yellow spikes of the original logo that they bother to cover up. Even though Blockbuster is closed, it’s remained a pleasant memory in most of our minds, and this little tidbit will help you remember it!
40. A Shoe with a Hidden Compartment
This father found something very unusual while getting his daughter dressed in the morning. Perhaps these shoes had become a little too worn and the inside sole had begun to come off, but he probably didn’t expect to find what he did underneath! It appears to be a tiny secret compartment, one you might not have noticed even if you walked a hundred miles in these shoes.
It looks like there’s a tiny figurine hidden inside, though we don’t know what kind of creature it’s supposed to be. We guess you could probably remove it and put all sorts of things in there. Maybe a tiny piece of gum or a secret note, maybe even pocket change.
39. Goodwill’s Logo Is Clever And Cute
Who doesn’t love giving to Goodwill? This charitable organization is renowned for allowing people to donate their second-hand clothing to those less fortunate. But kindness and giving isn’t the only amazing thing about them, they also have a killer logo that’s more interesting than you may have previously thought. At first glance, all you see is a smiling face, but there’s more to it than that.
Obviously happy faces would be associated with Goodwill, but look a little closer at the positioning of the eye and smile on that face. Have you realized it yet? They’re in the perfect position to form a lowercase “g”, the same one you see in the word “goodwill” at the bottom of the logo!
38. For Eco Warriors Only
Who pays attention to the container their ramen comes in? Usually, these quick meals serve as a way for busy people to grab a bite without having to work too hard, and the container gets chucked in the trash without a second thought. But for the environmentally savvy, this particular brand of ramen has a secret surprise hidden under the wrapping.
Avid recyclers should know that paper and plastic must be separated, therefore they would naturally remove the paper cover from the plastic container of this ramen. Once they do so they will be greeted by a samurai warrior who congratulates them for being a noble eco-warrior. Pretty cool incentive to get people to care a little more about the planet!
37. A Secret Spy Device
Ever wanted to walk around as if you were a secret agent? This bracelet could do the trick! Everyone around you would think you’re wearing an ordinary pink bracelet, but you would know that you’re actually transporting important information. Well, two gigabytes of cat photos might not be super top-secret, but anything can feel important when it’s on a USB drive!
It’s little devices like these that make everyday life so much more interesting. You might not be James Bond getting high-tech gadgets from Q, but this has got to be the next best thing! Though this bracelet is so cool you might end up revealing the secret to all your friends, thus defeating the purpose.
36. A Hidden Room Behind A Bookshelf
This is one of those things that you see in movies but never really think that people have in real life! It’s an entire secret room hidden behind a bookshelf, totally unassuming and all in plain sight. The person who posted this photo said that it existed in their grandmother’s house and was mostly just used for storage.
We think that sounds like a totally wasted opportunity for such a secretive home feature. Just imagine all the things you could do with a secret room in your house! You could turn it into a safe room, or a secret den, a bar, or even a room for parents to relax once the kids are off to bed.
35. Hidden Chocolate Cake Recipe In Code
Most of us don’t bother reading the terms of service – it’s usually just standard boilerplate text that exists to make sure the website has its bases covered when it comes to its functionality and use. However, for those of us curious enough to actually read all the way through the terms of service on Peacock TV’s website (NBC‘s new streaming service) you may find a fun surprise at the end.
A chocolate cake recipe guaranteed to be yummy and delicious as well as “peacock approved”! If anyone’s tried it yet please tell us how it came out. This is definitely a clever idea for companies who want to ensure their users actually glance at the terms of service instead of skipping right over them.
34. Logo Cleverness: Flight Finder
This logo for Flight Finder might seem confusing at first, that is until you take a closer look. You might notice the two oddly shaped Fs, obviously standing for the name of the company itself, but if you stare long enough you’ll see something within the empty space of the letters. It is, in fact, the silhouette of an airplane, which makes sense considering the service the company provides.
While this isn’t the current logo that is currently being used by flight finder due to a name change a few years ago, we still think this is a cool design with an interesting twist. We think they really should have found a way to keep this logo!
33. The Supermarket’s Being Cute
Going to the supermarket with a family member is risky business. You can expect them to get lost in the aisles within the first 5 minutes. This store found a way to bring people back together. If you’re lost, just follow the sign to aisle six and the person you’re looking for will meet you there. The only problem is that people never read these signs. They prefer to ask the employees who work at the supermarket, even though they always look just as confused as the customer.
We wonder why they put the lost spouse with the cookies and crackers. Maybe they figured they’d be so distressed about getting lost that they’d eat their feelings. Cookies are always the solution.
32. A Milk Carton with Endless Possibilities
Grocery store shopping can be boring. You walk down the aisles like a zombie collecting everything you need. This fun milk carton design makes shopping a little more fun. Instead of just grabbing your usual carton and moving on, you can enjoy this whimsical art. The people who work at this supermarket were probably given very specific instructions to make sure these cartons are always placed strategically.
Kids surely walk around and make a mess of things just for fun and ruin the whole effect. But then again, isn’t playing around with the design part of the enjoyment? Kudos to whoever came up with this concept, it’s sure to make stocking shelves a lot more exciting!
31. A Pasta Jar with a Twist
This is one of those things you could totally miss if you weren’t looking for it. Those are the best types of easter eggs. They’re hidden in plain sight! They didn’t want to leave the barcode as it is. That’s too ordinary. This playful approach to product design should be adopted by all designers! It’s the little things in life that make us happy, and brands should take note of that.
It was probably exciting to catch this little detail in the store. This would definitely help you decide which brand of pasta sauce you wanted to take home. Hopefully, this design doesn’t prevent the cashier from scanning it!
30. This Sweatshirt is Your Best Friend
We never thought we’d be taking advice from a sweatshirt, but here we are! This person was just checking how they should wash their clothes and ended up rethinking their life choices. Sometimes you need a subliminal message to get you on the right track. This sweatshirt is that friend that isn’t afraid to tell it how it is. It isn’t going to sugarcoat things for you. There are things that need to get done and you just have to do them.
No excuses! We just hope people aren’t too distracted by life instructions that they ignore the washing information and destroy their sweatshirts. It’d be a shame to ruin such a great piece of clothing.
29. That Was His Friend!
This is an example of anthropomorphism we’d never expect to see. We’re not sure what these pipes are for, but someone wasn’t happy that one of them was broken. They wanted the city to fix it, but calling didn’t help. So they resorted to comedy. Everyone pays attention to funny things. Whoever made this must have quite an imagination.
They see faces everywhere. It must get a little scary sometimes. Imagine walking down the street and seeing faces watching you everywhere you go, only the faces aren’t there…spooky. At least this person was able to take his talent and use it to make other people smile.
28. A Hat with Margarita Mix
Everyone has at least one baseball cap lying around in their closet somewhere, but not everyone has one with a secret cocktail recipe on the inside! Pretty thoughtful for Tommy Bahama to provide this refreshing alcoholic beverage recipe to their customers. Bot only will they be shaded from the hot summer sun but they’ll also be able to cool off with a Baja Margarita.
It’s pretty smart for them to associate their brand with something like summer cocktails, but we wonder how long it takes for someone to discover the recipe after finding the hat. Perhaps this person was lounging at the beach and thinking, “darn I don’t know what kind of drink I want.” Then they took off their hat to wipe off their forehead sweat and viola! Problem solved.
27. A Camouflage Tortilla Chip
You might be wondering why we’ve included a photo of a regular bag of chips on this list. At first glance, this might seem like an ordinary photo with no interesting hidden secrets, but look a little closer and you’ll notice something very cool. The chip displayed on the bag might be a bright orange color, but the actual contents are a little different.
That’s right, they’re almost the exact same color as the marble counter! It must be pretty weird to realize your snack food matches the colors of your kitchen. We’re not sure how appetizing we would find these chips after this revelation. They might have “full on flavor” but their color is less than appealing!
26. Beautiful Flower Grows Secretly In Mailbox
This is one of those wonderful hidden things in life that would serve as a pleasant surprise to anyone. The person who took this photo had realized that something was growing inside their mailbox, and it wasn’t any common weed either! Instead, the plant that made its way into their mailbox was a beautiful purple flower. Finding this must’ve been a magical moment!
The photographer behind this picture claimed it went almost completely unnoticed until they took a quick glance and saw the purple leaves peeking through the metal frame of the mailbox. Personally, we love these little instances where nature finds a way to incorporate itself into our modern lives. We’ll be checking our own mailboxes more frequently now!
25. The Ultimate Alcoholic Beverage Gadget
We absolutely love things that are multi-purpose, and this nifty little tool is definitely among them. This wine bottle topper doubles as a corkscrew, so you can open a new bottle and also keep some for later in case you don’t finish it off. We think this would make a perfect gift for any wine enthusiast, but there’s another feature to this gadget you may have not picked up on yet.
The design at the top isn’t just for aesthetics, it actually functions to pop open bottles of beer! This has got to be the ultimate party too, the only thing it can’t do is mix your drinks or drive you home when you’ve had too much.
24. The Secret Apartment At The Top Of The Eiffel Tower
This is one secret that not very many people know about, including many Parisians. On the third floor of the Eiffel tower, there’s a secret apartment built by the architect for his personal use. Now wouldn’t that be the ultimate piece of real estate in the most romantic city in the world? You can just imagine how gorgeous the view of this place must’ve been, imagine waking up to that every morning!
In recent years this apartment was renovated and reopened to the public with wax figurines, showing the exact locations of famous people who set foot in the apartment. It was said that even Thomas Edison entered this apartment as a personal guest of Mr. Eiffel.
23. Look a Little Closer at Your Office Supplies
Office pens are really nothing special, anyone who has worked in a corporate job has probably come across dozens of these a year. Once they run out of ink you throw them away without a second thought, but this woman took a closer look at her pen and discovered something very cool. Apparently, this particular writing utensil had a secret calendar hidden on the inside!
Office pens are really nothing special, anyone who has worked in a corporate job has probably come across dozens of these a year. Once they run out of ink you throw them away without a second thought, but this woman took a closer look at her pen and discovered something very cool. Apparently, this particular writing utensil had a secret calendar hidden on the inside!
22. The Most Entertaining Kettle
They always say that a watched kettle never boils, but what about a kettle you can play with? In today’s world, most of us are pretty impatient, we’re used to instant gratification and don’t like to wait around for things. This cool feature will allow you to boil water for tea while still staying occupied.
In fact, you might get so distracted by the built-in game that you forget all about the water you were boiling! a Your issue with impatience would be gone but you’d end up having a different problem take its place. You might find yourself becoming an excessive drinker of hot beverages thanks to this extraordinary kettle.
21. Tostitos Logo Has A Clever Look That Embodies Exactly What They Are About
The Tostitos logo is so famous that any random person off the street would be able to recognize it on their first try. But look a little closer and you’ll notice a special message hidden between the two Ts. If you ever noticed this before you might have exceptional attention to detail because the secret behind this logo isn’t as obvious as the others.
That is, in fact, two little people sharing a corn chip with a bowl of salsa, which is exactly what one might do with a bag of Tostitos! That is unless you’re the greedy type who likes to keep the bag to yourself, but that wasn’t exactly the message the brand wanted to get across!
20. Cake Knife With Room For Matches
This is a cute surprise to find on your way to anyone’s birthday. This cake knife has room for matches, allowing you to light the cake without bringing a whole box to the party. It’s also a fun little hiding place for other useful things you may need, like candles or confetti. One might even call this a tactical cake knife.
This knife would be the ultimate tool for any party really, just so long as there is a cake present! Whatever bakery is behind this deserves five stars for the clever design, no doubt customers flocked to them after this photo was shared on social media. If their knife design is this creative just imagine how cool their cakes are! This is a topper anyone would be glad to have come with their cake.
19. Hidden Artwork Within A Pancake Mix Note
This one is a truly unique surprise: this person’s pancake mix contained a note that, when held up to the light, revealed a secret drawing. We wonder if this was a one-time coincidence, perhaps slipped through by the previous owner. Or maybe it was made in the factory and some kind of trademark of the brand. Maybe it was a way to distract from the fact the pancake mix wasn’t very good?
The person who posted this photo said they could’ve easily gone years without ever finding this interesting surprise. We wonder how many other people have spotted this neat trick that has been hiding in the pancake mix. It definitely reminds us that little surprises can lurk in unexpected places.
18. Sheets with Fort Building Instructions
Most labels on items we buy have instructions that tell us how to use them. Clothing labels give us machine washing instructions, while new appliances have entire manuals to show us how to work them. But this bedsheet label had more than the standard washing directions tag, instead, it contained directions for how to make a secret fort with a few extra items.
All you need is four chairs, a broom handle, and, of course, this miraculous sheet to create the living room fort of your dreams. You can watch movies and eat popcorn in it, too! Though you might have to take it apart once your parents or housemates start to complain about all the space you’re taking up.
17. Trick Vases Make You Look Twice
These may appear to be totally ordinary vases, but if you pay attention to the blank spaces between them you’ll notice they form the shape of people. This illusion is commonly called a Reuben Vase, where a vase forms the shape of a face or a figure within its negative space. A pretty neat thing to incorporate into your home decor.
This one is a fun illusion because you can easily find yourself staring at it for hours before you recognize the figure. It could even test your perception to figure out what you see first: the people or the vases. Goes to show that you should look a little closer at things like this so you won’t miss the beauty of them.
16. Not Meant for Witches
Not every witch can afford an expensive broom to fly on. Some of them go to their local supermarket and get the cheaper option. Well to their disappointment, this brand specifically states that their brooms aren’t meant for flying. The witches should write a letter to the CEO of the company to state their concerns. All brooms should be witch-friendly!
Some people use cars or bikes to get around, they use brooms. You’d expect a car dealership to have cars, so the witches expect the same courtesy from the general supply stores. Hopefully, some other brands had brooms that were budget-friendly and were also suitable for flying.
15. The Famous Hidden Message In The Amazon Logo
This one is a bit of an oxymoron, a hidden message that has been a bit of an open secret for many years, but it’s still a cool surprise for anyone who wasn’t already familiar with it. The arrow in the Amazon logo goes from the letter A to the letter Z, symbolizing that you can find everything you want from apple products to, uh Zebra print sweaters!
This wasn’t the first draft of the Amazon logo, however after being introduced in 2000 it seems to be the one that’s stuck the most, and we can totally see why. With the cleverly hidden message (that is now an open secret) the logo tells the story of everything you need to know about the website.
14. This Fancy Footwear Hides a Colorful Surprise
You’re bound to have some wear and tear when you’ve been sporting the same pair of shoes long enough. One problem that’s all too common is having your shoelace bust open. Usually, when that happens it means you have to go to the store and buy yourself a new pair of laces, but not in the case of this cool footwear!
You’ll be in for a colorful surprise once the black fabric from these laces wears off. Once the initial black material of the laces starts to wear off, you’ll discover a second pair of laces underneath! This can give your plain black boots a totally different style. No need to make a run to the shoe store, your laces are still good to go!
13. Enjoy a Game with Your Wine
How fun! This wine bottle came with an extra surprise. We all know people like to play games while they drink, so this wine company decided to provide the dice. They don’t care what game people play with them, as long as it involves alcohol! Some will miss out on the free dice, for sure. No one would ever think to check their cork for hidden gems!
It’d be great if inside the cork was also a tiny rolled up paper with instructions on how to play a game. That way you can enjoy your glass of wine, but also pretend you’re a child again. Isn’t that the best thing to do while drinking?
12. The Cinderella Suite In The Castle At Disney
This one should be nothing new to the Disney fanatics in the audience, but may not be so well known to casual fans. Inside the castle at Disneyland, there is a secret hotel room which is mostly closed to the public, but every January Disney runs a raffle just to visit this magical suite. Sometimes it’s even opened for special VIP guests to stay while they’re visiting the park
It’s interesting to think that all the money in the world couldn’t buy you this experience if you didn’t happen to have the winning raffle ticket. While every day people are walking around Disneyland, this beautiful hotel sits empty and away from the public eye as it awaits visitors.
11. What Not to Flush
We’ve all seen the signs in public bathrooms asking people to not throw anything in the toilet besides toilet paper. It’s kind of sad that it’s not obvious enough to people that they needed to put up a sign. It’s as if people refuse to see the garbage can! This sticker was probably written by a frustrated janitor that kept finding foreign objects in the toilet.
They had enough of people’s stupidity, and decided to tackle the problem in a clever and creative way. They wanted this sticker to show people how ridiculous they’d be if they even thought about throwing anything but TP in the bowl.
10. Peek-A-Boo
There are many details on American money. The signatures, portrait, and reflective additions to combat counterfeiting are all part of what makes US currency unique. But what many people don’t notice is this little creature peeking through the pattern in the corners. It’s a small detail, but it adds depth to the design.
It’s hard to tell what it is exactly. Maybe it’s a spider creating a web around itself. Maybe it’s a bird gazing out from its perch. Regardless, it’s secrets like these that enhance art. It gives you something new to discover and another thing to ponder about. What other hidden details do you think a dollar bill holds?
9. The Double Meaning Of The Beats Logo
When people glance at the Beats logo, they just see a lowercase ‘b’ in a circle. It’s recognizable and effective. You never really question what the logo really represents. But what many people don’t notice is that the logo doubles as an abstracted version of a person wearing headphones. If you look at the circle part of the ‘b’ like it covers an ear you’ll see it.
Logos like this are truly a work of art. It not only uses the letters of the brand’s name, but also showcases the product. Designing an iconic logo that’s also meaningful takes a true stroke of genius. The person who was in charge of branding Beats should be very proud of themselves. A multifaceted logo is quite impressive.
8. Underneath The Label
This beer can has a hidden surprise for those who are addicted to picking the label off their drinks. Most active fidgeters will usually peel the label as they drink. This brand of beer rewards those restless people with a secret message, “quit undressing me”. The silly humor is enough to get a slightly tipsy person chuckling.
Honestly, it’s a very smart idea. Hiding secret messages on your can probably doesn’t cost a whole lot, but it’ll definitely keep people interested in your product. Even if the beer has the same phrase under each label, it’s the small additional thoughtfulness that’ll keep customers coming back. Would you rather drink a beer with a boring cover or one with a suggestive note?
7. Big Brain Energy
For those that aren’t familiar with this painting, it can be found in the Sistine Chapel in Italy. It’s named after what it depicts: “The Creation of Adam”. On the left Adam lays on the earth and on the right, God and angels reach over to touch him. It’s as though they’re bidding him farewell. But Michelangelo doesn’t stop with just the surface-level details.
The shape that surrounds the figure of God and his angels was designed to match the anatomical shape of the human brain. Why the famous artist chose for this detail to be included is up to interpretation. Perhaps he was simply inspired by the human body and its natural form. Or maybe he saw the creation of humankind as the creation of intelligence and therefore used the image of the brain to subtly tie that into his painting.
6. The Secret Behind The King Of Hearts
If you take the time to methodically look through a deck of cards, you might notice the king of hearts is pictured differently than his fellow kings. Firstly, his weapon is inserted into his head, giving him the nickname “The Suicide King” but less noticeably, he’s the only king that doesn’t have a mustache!
Originally, the king of hearts had a mustache like his comrades and an ax instead of a sword. Over time the stamps used to create new cards got worn down and took the details down with them. With each printing, the mustache and ax slowly disappeared. During a revamping of the original design these details got changed and the king of hearts got a new look.
5. Gas Tank Cheat
When you buy a new car it often takes you a while to get used to it. Each vehicle has a different way of coasting, accelerating, and different locations for all of the buttons. With technology getting more advanced every year, cars get more interesting to drive. Apparently, with a Tesla you can now change the color of your car whenever you feel like it.
But a smart cheat that has yet to change is this small arrow on the side of the gas symbol. When you don’t know any better, you completely ignore it, but it actually points to the side of the car that the gas tank is on. Instead of wondering whether or not you remember which side of the car to park to the pump, just check the arrow next to the icon!
4. Origins Of The Half Belt
The half belt that you find on the backs of coats seems like it’s just a fashion statement. You assume it’s meant to accentuate the waist or maybe add some opportunity for adjustment. But the origins of the half belt come from much more practical roots. Apparently, the extra strap was used to transform military coats into a blanket. The cinch in the back would gather up all the extra fabric so that soldiers wouldn’t trip over it as they walked.
It’s honestly amazing to find a seemingly insignificant detail with a rich history behind it. The fact this half-belt idea perseveres in fashion is also interesting. Perhaps a collection of coats was made with military inspiration and the trend just caught on. Whoever thought that military-inspired garb could be so stylish?
3. The Forgotten Use Of The Tiny Pocket
These tiny pockets that appear only on one side of your jeans often feel useless in this day and age. Phones keep getting bigger at such a fast rate, it seems like nothing can fit into pockets anymore! But apparently, this tiny spot did have a use once upon a time. Believe it or not, the space was used to store a pocket watch!
Nowadays people tend to ignore the small pouch. However, some do find things that fit in there such as keys or chapstick. But then you run into the problem of how to get those small items out. Pocket watches were often connected to chains, so you never had to worry about getting your fingers stuck in there.
2. The Numbers On The Glass Bottle
There’s quite an interesting back story behind the number associated with Heinz ketchup. Apparently, the brand actually has well over 57 varieties of products. So why did they sell themselves short? As it turns out, Heinz took his inspiration from a commercial that was selling 21 brands of shoes. He thought the number was catchy and decided to come up with his own. Five and seven are the lucky numbers for him and his wife. He just put them together and the rest is history!
But the other mystery associated with the numbers is why they are raised on the glass bottle. Apparently tapping the numbers will help the ketchup to come out more easily. The subtle application of force loosens up the contents and eases the flow.
1. Colored Tags For Bread
Most people think that these weird plastic tags that come with bread are only meant to keep the bag closed and the bread fresh. Though it often seems people avoid bread with these tags because they don’t hold as well as the twist ties. But their purpose isn’t strictly to keep the loaf fresh. They also signal to the store when the bread was made!
If these tags are universal, suddenly everyone now knows how to pick the freshest bread. If you’re shopping on a Thursday you know to look for red tags because that would mean the bread was made on the same day. Hopefully, no store keeps the same loaf for too long…
The Smile’s Always Been There
You might be wondering what’s so special about this ordinary box of colored pencils. No, it’s not the fact they’re erasable, that’s pretty par for the course. Take a look at the area where the pencils are displayed, nothing anything interesting? The box is smiling at you with a bunch of multi-colored teeth!
Now that you know this little fact you’ll start to see it all over different Crayola products. Pretty smart for them to associate their products with a smile, especially in this subtle yet memorable way. It’s that kind of thoughtfulness that made them into such a memorable and long-lasting brand. Even if there are better art supplies out there, this is the box that will stick out in your memory!