Toxic Flower Bouquets, Punk Rock Doorbells, and Barbed Wire Phones

Unlikely ideas that sting—literally. From toxic bouquets to lo-fi punk chaos, these creations turn convention upside down.

After a whirlwind of travels—from the scenic landscapes of Salt Lake City to the vibrant streets of Copenhagen —I’m finally back in LA!

This week’s theme is all about sabotage. We’re diving into creative ideas that, while bold and unforgettable, might do more harm than good. Inside, you’ll find a toxic bouquet delivery service, a punk rock album re-imagined on bizarre formats, and a phone case that’s as dangerous as it is protective. These stories show how going against the grain can create standout moments—sometimes at the user’s expense.

1. Diablo’s hostile flower delivery service.

Got a frenemy who deserves more thorns than roses? Blizzard’s latest stunt for Diablo IV’s "Vessel of Hatred" expansion might be the world’s first deliberately hostile flower delivery service—featuring real toxic flowers arrangements. Currently available in New York and LA, you can send these delightfully disturbing bouquets to your chosen nemesis—whether it’s your ex, that one neighbor who always complains about your lawn, or perhaps your HOA president (no judgment here).

To take it up a notch, Mojo Supermarket (the agency behind the stunt) hired someone to haunt the streets of NYC, pushing a demonic flower cart. Because nothing says "thinking of you" quite like a servant of darkness peddling poisonous petals. It’s a good reminder that clever activations can bring a brand’s universe to life in thorny, creative ways.

2. Green Day’s Dookie, now with more doorbell.

Ever wondered what Dookie would sound like on a toothbrush? Well, Green Day just made that bizarre dream a reality. As part of the 30th anniversary celebration of their iconic 1994 album, the band dropped a “Dookie Demastered” edition, re-recording all 15 tracks on the most inconvenient formats imaginable. Think wax cylinders for “When I Come Around,” 8-bit Game Boy versions of “Welcome to Paradise,” and – my personal favorite – "Pulling Teeth" on a toothbrush.

It's part of their collaboration with BRAIN, where they've "meticulously mangled" their iconic album to fit on formats with "uncompromisingly low fidelity." The result? A version of Dookie that occasionally sacrifices entire verses for the sake of artistic interpretation, or as they put it, "the way it was never meant to be heard."

By going lo-fi instead of remastering like so many other bands, Green Day is staying true to their punk rock roots—embracing the raw, glitchy imperfection that defined their sound in the first place. It’s a playful rebellion against the polished re-releases we’re used to and proof that clever ideas can thrive when we embrace imperfection and a little chaos.

3. The crime-fighting phone case.

London has a phone-snatching epidemic—every six minutes, a phone is stolen right out of someone’s hand. But worry not, doomscrollers, because JOAN London has a cheeky solution that just might deter any thief. The agency created a collection of "unsnatchable" phone cases that look like they came straight out of a medieval armory. The star of the show? The "original spike cover," which transforms your iPhone into a high-tech hedgehog.

Other playful designs include the "electric eel," "flaunt your gauntlet," and the ominously named "residing curse," each creatively crafted to leave thieves empty-handed. While I appreciate the devious intent and clever design, it feels more like a narrow, self-serving stunt than a truly functional solution for users. Still, it’s a reminder that creativity can make even everyday objects like phone cases more memorable.

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