Bananarama: Crabmommy on unusual banana products

I want to say a few things about bananas today. Just to be random. And perhaps because I've been a tad crabby lately here at Crabmommy. I mean, I like to be crabby, I do. After all, if I'm not making you smile or getting you all ticked off about something then tell me, why bother to read me at all? Anyhoo, it's not crabbiness all the time here at Crabmommy, as those who know me well can attest. Sometimes I am downright silly, and that's where the bananas come in.

I have never liked bananas. Nor does Crabtot. (But who doesn't like banana bread? I love banana bread. It is one of the few things I can make well, thanks to British bombshell cook Nigella, whose recipe I waxed lyrical about here.) But today I want to talk about some unusual banana products.

Ladies, let me introduce you to the Banana Bunker, which I discovered right about the time I started my personal blog. Ever worried about keeping your kid's banana in good shape for his school snack? Me neither. But apparently there is a gap in the market. For those of you who like a nice fresh banana, then this handy banana-shaped storage container is sure to be mighty useful. As its creator says, the Banana Bunker "protects the delicate fruit from bruising when placed in your backpack, nap sack, soft carrying case..." In short, the Banana Bunker protects from a dizzying array of potential threats to the banana itself. Interestingly, the list doesn't include STDs, but I'll wager you'd be safe from ALL HARM (except, perhaps, merciless ridicule) with this bunker on your banana!

The BB comes in a choice of colors. I prefer the au naturel look, as in the photo.

Here's another banana-inspired creation. It's a plush version: a "bruised banana" made by genius artist Heidi Kenny of My Paper Crane. Here's how she describes her creation:

This tender banana has been bruised and left to ripen far too long. He does not realize what a wonderful banana bread he could make, and so he cries. Approx. 6 inches tall each banana is hand dyed and can vary in ripe spots and bruises. The banana comes out of his peel is you wish, and is not meant for children under 3.

I don't know...Bunker or plush banana? A tough, tough call.

If you were to put one of these on, say, a registry (for wedding or baby or any other occasion in which you're trying to get people to give you stuff), which banana would you choose?

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Posted by jen Mon Jun 30, 2008 2:57pm PDT

The only thing I appreciate about this blog is the ode to the fantastic and beautiful Nigella Lawson. Otherwise, it seems you're getting a little too much enjoyment out of insulting those who register. Crab? I'd say mean-spirited is more like it.

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Posted by babydylansmum Mon Jun 30, 2008 10:12pm PDT

I think I'd go with the bruised banana dude, but only because the banana protector is waaay too creepy! I was fairly amused the first time I saw a banana hammock. God forbid a bunch of poor bananas lay on a cold, hard countertop. The people who "invented" these tragedies are probably laughing their butts off everytime they sell one.
And for the record, I disagree with Jen copmpletely. I think you are super hysterical Crabmommy, not mean-spirited at all. I read your blogs at work to take a break and remind myself that there are other "normal" people like myself out there. Thanks for being real!

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Posted by she with the little feet!!!! Tue Jul 1, 2008 5:53am PDT

I think you're pretty hysterical to read, myself. To call someone mean-spirited is taking things a might bit personally.
The BB scares me, it looks like it came out of a personal party catalogue, if you catch my drift.

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Posted by Beth Tue Jul 1, 2008 6:52am PDT

I would have to go with the plushie....because it disturbs me with those blank starring plastic eyes.

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Posted by anonymous Tue Jul 1, 2008 8:36am PDT

Hahahaha that banana sleeve is the silliest thing I have ever seen. But definitely a good idea (maybe not necessary...)!

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Posted by MistressMinx _ Tue Jul 1, 2008 8:36am PDT

I cannot imagine taking that Banana Bunker out of my lunch in the lunchroom at work. It makes me giggle just looking at it. This would give too many people the wrong idea.
However, that bruised banana is just scary looking. LOL!

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Posted by Disgruntled Tue Jul 1, 2008 11:32am PDT

My son loathes bananas so I really don't need the Banana Bunker. He wouldn't speak to me for a week if I tried to give him a banana in his lunch. The Banana Bunker looks a bit...well...naughty to me but maybe I have a dirty mind.
The stuffed banana toy is kind of cute but I have no use for something like that unless it makes a handy dust rag.
I think I'd rather just have some real bananas. At least I could eat them on my Rice Krispies in the morning!

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Posted by Fae Tue Jul 1, 2008 4:01pm PDT

As a crabby person since the age of 12 and a crabmommy now, I have to say I appreciate your brand of crabbiness. I find it refreshing that you have not caved to societal pressures to be "nice".
I would have to say that my favorite banana product would have to be the banana phone! Go to youtube, find out what I mean...

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Posted by litaloo27 Wed Jul 2, 2008 7:00am PDT

. . .and I thought my brother and I were the only brilliantly cynical people out there! I may start out somewhere else, but I always migrate to your blog. LOVE IT!

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Posted by HotCrossBuns Thu Jul 3, 2008 12:55pm PDT

Looks like plushy banana's mommy should have registered for the Banana Bunker for her wee little mash. That poor thing is so ugly it's cute!
But then the Bunker looks more like something a married woman would have no more use for...
And I may not agree with every point of view you have Crab, but my days are brighter for having read many of your blogs. I guess some people should order themselves a Bunker and call it a night!

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