The next time you need a battery for a toy, flashlight or portable radio, look no further than a battery rack from the Container Store.
The rack (about $15) holds 20 batteries--sizes C, D, AA, AAA or 9-volt--for smoke detectors, toys and small appliances.
It has a built-in battery tester, and "charged" and "discharged" labels for marking batteries. It's small enough to fit in a drawer, or it can be mounted on a wall with the included hardware.
The Container Store is at Metro Pointe, 901-G South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa, (800) 786-7315.
Stir Crazy
Shake up your beach party with iced beverages, such as smoothies, malts and other delights, using the portable PartyMate Drinkmaker from Black & Decker.
The cordless appliance (about $60) is powered by the company's rechargeable battery system, which provides enough running time to make as much as 3 gallons of crushed-ice beverages.