The COD
A Curated Daily Digest of Oddities, Curiosities & Unusual Fascinations
CURIOSITY OF THE DAY
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The COD will be off exploring the infinite abyss until October 30th. Please grave rob from our older articles until then. 🎃
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Creepy Plushies
Snuggle up (or not) with these creepy plushies depicting iconic folklore and other frightening one-of-a-kind creatures.
Weird Fake Food
As if fake food wasn’t weird enough on its own, these artificial treat makers are taking things to a whole new level.
Fancy Shiny Things
This creepy one-of-a-kind horror bride doll is just one of several nightmare-inducing ugly cute creations by Fancy Shiny Things.
Alien Eggs
Something creepy is hatching by way of these alien eggs from artists from around the world.
Strange Sculptures from The Freakybuttrue Peculiarium
These curious mixed media sculptures from Mike Wellins of Portland’s Freakybuttrue Peculiarium get an A++ for exceedingly strange.
Weird Jewelry
Explore these beautifully weird jewelry pieces by artists from around the world.
Baby Rocks
Check out these adorably odd rock babies that are anything but boring inanimate objects.
Tree Faces
Ever get that feeling that something outside is watching you? Add some curiosity to your woodsy wonders with these handmade tree faces crafted by artists from around the world.
Bat Choker
Wear this real Java pipistrelle Bat Choker and be the center of attention everywhere you go.
Oyster Shell Art
Explore the intricate and curious creativity of oyster shell art by artists from around the world.
Mummified Gnome
This mummified gnome is a one-of-a-kind handmade art piece based on the legends of the Tomte in Sweden.
Unique Marionette Puppets
Curious and unique marionette puppets by artists from around the world.