Okay, so theft is probably not something you think a lot about. I never did—until last October when someone walked into my home office and traipsed off with my wonderful, file-laden (and not-properly-backed-up) Macbook. I thought I lived in a nice town, great neighborhood…didn’t really worry too much about keeping doors locked and windows shut. Now I know better, particularly in this economy!

Then I saw these products by Southwest Specialty Products being promoted at the International Home & Housewares Show. Mind you, they may not be the sexiest looking decor accessories, but boy are they clever! The company makes diversion safes, taking common objects like soda cans,  garage and cleaning products, or books, and turns them into secret places to hide your valuables. Cash, jewelry, your office stash of Jolly Ranchers…whatever floats your boat. Just open up the secret compartment, hide your goodies inside and set it someplace in plain view. A snooper would never expect to find something valuable inside a can of Arizona iced tea, except for caffeine, of course!