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1. A screaming goat because there's no way anyone could receive this and not immediately have a smile on their face. Is it vaguely dumb? Yes. But is it very entertaining? Absolutely. Just press the button and it'll let out a loud bleeaaat.
2. A set of five Monkey Noodle fidget toys you won't be able to stop stretching and pulling. These simple yet super entertaining toys can stretch up to 8 (!!) feet but will always return to their original state.
These are designed for kiddos 3 and up.
Promising review: "This is my absolute favorite fidget! I’m an adult with autism and ADHD. I carry one around with me everywhere I go. It definitely assists me in staying calm/still while I’m at work. I’ve recommended it to several friends!" —KaelynnVP
Get a set of five from Amazon for $12.99.
3. A hilarious game of BeanBoozled, which will put your taste buds to the test and you can risk it all — will it be chocolate pudding or canned dog food?
The mash-ups include: stinky socks vs. tutti-fruitti, lawn clippings vs. lime, rotten egg vs. buttered popcorn, toothpaste vs. berry blue, barf vs. peach, canned dog food vs. chocolate pudding, booger vs. juicy pear, moldy cheese vs. caramel corn, baby wipes vs. coconut, and skunk spray vs. licorice.
Promising review: "My daughters love these. Period. Although I think it's quite gross to eat a jelly bean not knowing you're going to get one that tastes like a normal piece of candy or a stinky sock, a rotten egg, and grass. They were absolutely tickled. They sorted the jelly beans by color and then took turns deciding who was going to eat what pair combination hoping to get one of each. I think the other part of the game was seeing who could say 'ewww' the loudest when they bit into the 'wrong' one! They continue to ask for them, so I'll continue to buy them, but I won't be eating them. Fun for the girls and their friends. And it really kept them entertained for a good 30 minutes." —MS MONIQUE
Get it from Amazon for $6.79+ (available in a variety of sizes).
4. Or a jar of "Ass Kickin'" sweet and spicy jelly beans to test your ability to handle heat. Maybe even make a game of it and see who can eat the most at once?! Just be sure to have a glass of milk nearby.
Ass Kickin' is a small business that specializes in spicy candy, popcorn, and sauces.
Promising review: "If you like spicy and sweet you will most definitely like these jelly beans. It didn't take me long to devour the whole jar and will say that I enjoyed every spicy hot bean. I wouldn't say it's like over the top hot but it's a comfortable hot that keeps me eating one after the other." —Bill Reiner
Get them from Amazon for $9.95.
5. A dimmable sad duck night-light that honestly encapsulates my emotions at the end of a long day. This slightly depressed but incredibly adorable little dude is here to help you with your late-night homework or reading before bed.
This lil guy is rechargeable and comes with a USB charger. You can also set a 30-minute timer so you don't have to worry about falling asleep with it on. And to make it even better, his feet are placed in a way to make them a stand for your phone!
Promising review: "I ordered this lamp because of its appearance. I didn't NEED a duck lamp...but it has totally filled a void in my life I didn't know existed. Everyone who sees it pokes it. The lamp is actually very functional. It's got a really nice set of brightness options and the glow is yellowish, which is much nicer than white in a dim/dark room. One thing that isn't mentioned in the description is that its legs are utterly floppy. It's terrific." —Literated
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three styles).
6. A Shrek toothpaste cap you can attach straight to the tube so you can tell all your friends you've been brushing your teeth with Shrek's 💩.
Casual Chicken is a small biz based in Irvine, California and they make unique items and art using 3D printing.
Promising review: "This is a HIT! I ordered one and my other friends loved it so I got one for them also. The customer service is fantastic and fast shipping!" —Whitney
Get it from Casual Chicken on Etsy for $9.99.
7. A book of 642 tiny things to draw that'll inspire you to use some creativity daily without having to think too much. Instead of spending an hour deciding what you should draw, just whip this lil' guy out and fill in a few prompts. You never know what kind of work of art you're gonna draw up.
Some prompts you can expect to see include a gum wrapper, a nail art design, the last bite of a cookie, and loads of other totally random suggestions to get those creative juices flowing!
Former BuzzFeed Shopping writer Jonathan Mazzei has this and says, "My girlfriend got me this book as a gift a few years ago, and it turned out to be even better than I expected! The prompts are super fun, and help you to think outside of the box even during those moments when you feel like you have no ideas. It's great to casually doodle in while passing time since you don't have to think of what to draw, but it also can be really helpful when brainstorming for creative projects. My girlfriend is a visual artist and graphic designer, and she loves using it to play around with ideas and make her think of things she never would have thought of without it. Plus, it's small and super portable! Highly recommend!"
Promising review: "Very tiny, so it's great to carry around. I like the prompts, they're pretty open to interpretation and great for creativity! Fun little creative exercises when you're bored or feeling stuck!" —Lexie
Get it from Amazon for $9.95.
8. A pack of Crayola Globbles so you can finally throw something at the wall because that's its purpose, not because you are full of rage. Or for anyone who is ~calmer,~ these are also super fun to stretch and squeeze. Plus, they won't leave behind any nasty residue to deal with.
Promising review: "I waited over two months to write my review! My daughter is 4 and plays with these DAILY! YES, they do attract dirt and hair HOWEVER they are so easy to rinse off that it's not a big deal! We took these to a family gathering and ended up giving two away because they were SO loved! The two we gave away went to a 12-year-old and my 19-year-old brother. They discovered throwing them at the ceiling fan and watching them shoot across the room which was pretty entertaining! None of these have busted or ripped and they are definitely NOT gentle with them! I will definitely be buying more!" —Heather Hambrick
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $10.69 (also available in a 16-pack).
9. A set of ridiculously adorable succulent pots with such expressive faces, they're bound to be your new besties. They have drainage holes in the bottom to allow water to flow to help protect your plant babies.
Promising review: "You could plant just about anything in these guys and it would look great! I put in some small succulents and they are thriving. I was originally concerned a bit about not having enough room for water drainage given the tiny little saucers they sit on, but it turned out just fine and haven't had any issues at all with proper drainage." —Kevin Bravestone
Get a set of four from Amazon for $16.99.
10. Girl Scouts S'mores Seasoning Blend so you can get the ~delicious~ flavors of the cookies you love on your yogurt, oatmeal, ice cream, cookies, or literally anything else you can possibly think to sprinkle this on.
Promising review: "Paired with the Rice Krispy creamer Coffeemate, it's immaculate. It's so good, a nice cool s’mores taste." —Tasheba w.
Get it from Amazon for $4.98 (also available in a two-pack and a Thin Mint version!).
11. A set of Shrinky Dinks sheets to bring you back to your childhood with this magical little craft that'll shrink your artwork into adorable keychains, jewelry, or just hanging keepsakes. Your friends should prob prepare to receive a lot of teensy little gifts.
If you are unfamiliar, Shrinky Dink paper lets you color designs on it that you can then cut out and bake to shrink them down, giving them a stained glass effect that makes them great for keychains, suncatchers, and little trinkets. You'll need some colorful permanent markers to draw up your works of art.
Promising review: "Fun for ALL ages! Recently remembered how fun these were. I have a smaller daughter, so it gave me an excuse to buy these. They're secretly for me — half kidding. These are so simple to use and create great crafts. These will keep your little one's imagination going, occupied and helps practice fine motor skills. I would definitely recommend to ANYONE, not just little humans." —Alex Soper
Get a 25-sheet set from Amazon for $11.05+ (available in four styles).
12. A pair of socks with your pet's face on them because that is your BABY so obvi you wanna show them off in every way possible!! Now you can always have your buddy with you. PAWS-itively amazing.
Don't forget to click the customization button to upload a photo of your pet!
Promising review: "This was a Christmas gift I bought for my aunt, who just LOVES her fur baby. She was so happy with these socks, she shared pictures of them and a big thank you to me on Facebook. She is out of state so I can't speak on the quality of the socks, but if they were a fraction less than fantastic, my all-too-honest aunt would have let me know, but all she could do was rave about them. Well done! :-)" —Deb P
Get them from Amazon for $14.59+ (available in 39 colors and two-packs).
13. A beautifully realistic espresso martini candle for all the coffee cocktail lovers out there who want to bring their obsession home from the bar. Not to mention your room will be filled with the indulgent scent of freshly brewed espresso. ☕️ 🍸
Candle Lume is a Canada-based Etsy shop that specializes in custom candles.
Promising review: "This is such an awesome candle! Smells great, too!" —Meghan McKay
Get it from Candle Lume on Etsy for $25.83 (available in a roasted espresso scent or unscented).
14. A bag of edible gummy blocks so snack time can be a little more fun and creative. This would also be a great birthday cake topper for the Lego lover in your life!
15. A corgi ice mold to transform your cocktail or iced coffee into the cutest drink in existence. Like, come on, imagine sipping away when all of a sudden a hilarious corgi butt pops out at you...no way you won't let out a little giggle.
Promising review: "You need these. You might not realize or know it yet, but you do. Trust me. They are soooo freaking funny and cute. Don't listen to the people that complain about the occasional leg not coming out of the mold, or say that it is hard to use... It sounds more like those are people who just are never happy and they wouldn't know joy if it came up and bit them. You snap it together, you fill it with water until you see them all grey-looking when full, then freeze and peel back the silicone tray — it honestly couldn't be any easier to use. But the main thing is they make people smile! Kids with juice, in the dog's water bowl, surprise friends that come over for a drink. You are now the 'fun neighbor.' Trust me, buy them and I bet you smile when the first tray comes out!" —Luann
Get it from Amazon for $8.27 (also available as a French bulldog or a dachshund).
16. A set of colorful sushi magnets, which are surprisingly strong and will adorn your fridge while easily holding up all your important papers. They honestly look so realistic you may be tempted to take a bite (but seriously, don't).
And check out this creative reviewer, who used the magnets as cake toppers!
Promising review: "These magnets are super cute! We got them for our one-year-old daughter and she loves sticking them to the fridge! We didn’t think the small magnet on each piece would be strong, but we were wrong, they work great. Sushi pieces are realistic looking as well." —Stephanie Chan
Get a set of eight from Amazon for $12.99.
17. A bottle of pet-friendly flavored bubbles for all of us who get extra joy from our fur babies being happy. Enjoy hours of entertainment as they run around chasing the ~mysterious~ never-to-be-caught balls. The good smells — root beer float, pineapple coconut, cotton candy — are just a bonus.
Sniffingtons is a South Carolina-based Etsy shop that specializes in enriching products for dogs and cats.
Promising review: "My pup, Toby, is a 2.5-year-old cavalier who loves bubbles. After catching them, he’d often give us an 'ewww' look, as they tasted like soap. Until these. He LOVES these bubbles and seems to love the taste of them, too! I will gladly buy these again and continue letting him feed his bubble obsession in a tasty way! In addition, when I needed help with my order, Ash was so kind and gave me the help I needed! Highly recommend this shop!" —Elizabeth
Get it from Sniffingtons on Etsy for $8.50+ (available in two quantities and five scents, including unscented).
18. A flame colorant that'll add a little ~magic~ to your fire pit like no one has ever experienced before.
To use it, you just have to drop one packet inside the fire, so there is no opening it up and messing with any powder or anything. Couldn't be easier!
Note: you should not use the flame colorant if you plan on roasting marshmallows, hot dogs, or anything else over the fire.
Promising review: "This was a great addition to our camping trip! Just throw the packet in the fire and get a colorful show. It's mesmerizing! And the colors last a long time, longer than expected. I'll buy again." —Amazon Customer
Get six packets from Amazon for $6.94.
19. A pack of 10 tiny hands so you can shock friends and family by reaching out to grab stuff with these little ~unsettling~ hands.
Promising review: "These are so fun! I bought these to prank my kids and for them to prank their daddy! I couldn't stop laughing the first time I reached to touch my husband’s face oh so gently. Freaked him out! Lol. Worth it to have a good laugh with the family and friends." —BG
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $18.33.
20. A mini inflatable tube guy because there is *no way* you can look at this little dude and not giggle. If you're feeling extra goofy, imitating him is ~encouraged.~
Promising review: "This was a great gag gift for my fiancé! It's so funny. He keeps it on his desk and turns it on during Zoom meetings for work. 🤣 We purchased the recommended brand of batteries and those work just fine." —Tina Krepinski
Get it from Amazon for $8.58.
21. A bag of freeze-dried sour candy for a ~crunchyyyy~ twist on a staple. This kind of treat is all the rage and you may not be able to eat the regular version again — take one bite and you're going to be transported out of this world. 👽🌎
Space Age Snacks is a small business that specializes in small batch freeze-dried candy.
Promising reviews: "I would recommend this business 100%. The candy was great and the packaging and stickers are awesome. Thank you, I already ordered more." —alyssa testa
"Honestly, I didn't know what to expect going in, but I was pleasantly surprised. Skittles normally taste alright, but having them freeze-dried really made the flavors POP, and genuinely I feel like they had more flavor than normal Skittles. (Then again, that might just be my head playing it up knowing it's a first, who knows, who cares.) Very delicious." —John Blake
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes; and check out the rest of their freeze-dried candy for more options).
22. Or a pound of cereal marshmallows so you can stop spending way too long trying to pick them out whenever you pour yourself a bowl, leaving every other person in the house ~unlucky~ with just the bland, plain bits — how ~charming.~
Medley Hills Farm is an Ohio-based, family-owned small business that specializes in unique candies, snacks, and baking supplies.
Promising review: "Buying these charms was one of the best decisions of my life. The bag is twice the size of my head. The marshmallows are aesthetically pleasing and delicious. It's everything I ever wanted in a snack." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
23. OR a giant 1-pound Snickers bar because you aren't you when you're hungry, and a regular Snickers just isn't gonna cut it.
Promising review: "I bought two, one for a gift and one to just joke around with. My sister loved it as she was quarantined and asked if I could bring a chocolate to her door so she could eat some candy while staying in her room. I texted her back...is a Snickers okay? And she replied YES PLEASE!! That's when I pull out the 1-pound Snickers bar put it next to her door and tell her OK. Two minutes later I hear an OMG from across the house... and a flurry of THANK YOU! OMG! texts. Also I ate half of mine over like four days and yeah it's a Snickers so pretty good." —Marco
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
24. An anti-stress desktop punching bag so you can take out all your rage against Kevin, the office pain-in-the-butt, in a safe and controlled manner that won't end with a trip to HR.
Promising review: "I bought this as a white elephant gift for Christmas in the office. I anticipated it to be thin, flimsy, and cheap. However, it was just the opposite. My coworker has it suctioned to her glass wall and people use it all the time. The suction is strong, and the item itself feels very sturdy. I was pleasantly surprised, and it was one of the favorite gifts of the day." —Vicki McClain
Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in two colors).
25. A flexible flower vase you can bend into any position to set the mood and make it fit your space. You can even make it dangle from a wire frame. It's basically like the year-long version of Elf on the Shelf — take turns hiding it every morning and seeing how long it takes everyone else to find this lil' guy.
Promising review: "An affable, squishy, bendy, happy little vase! The consensus on my social media page is that everyone should have one of these. I finally got a chance to try it out with some daffodils, and really, it's hard not to smile when you see them." —Susy Lundy
Get it from Amazon for $20.90 (available in three colors).
26. A dino nugget pillow perfect for anyone (like me) who is still ordering nuggies at restaurants even when they're in their late 20s. Seriously, I need one of these guys. Maybe if I show up with it at a restaurant, they won't even have to ask what I'm ordering.
Promising review: "This dino chicken nugget pillow is a real Jurassic dream come true! It's the perfect cuddle companion for all the paleontologists-in-training or anyone with an insatiable appetite for comfort. Just be careful not to accidentally take a bite while you're napping, because it looks deliciously deceiving!" —LadyTee
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in three styles, two sizes, and in multipacks).
27. An interactive dancing cat toy because how can you look at these pictures and not laugh?! I mean seriously, I am going to immediately buy this for my cats in hopes of recreating anything like this photo. The toy is naturally springy so you barely have to move at all to create the *most* fun your cat has ever had. Don't trust me? Just look at the orange baby below having the time of their life.
Promising review: "I'm a new cat mom. I had seen this product recommended several times on Reddit. It was inexpensive, so I thought I'd try it. Princess loves it! It is one of her favorite toys. It's simple, just some cardboard bits on a wire, but very effective. It mimics the erratic way insects fly around, and she absolutely loves it! So far, it's been pretty durable, unlike some of her other toys. It's 100% recyclable and made sustainably. It's very reasonably priced. I have even bought some to give as Christmas gifts to other cats because it's been such fun! Definitely recommend!" —H.L.
Get it from Amazon for $3.99.
28. And an organic cat grass growing kit for your kitty who longs to explore the outside world or has a bad habit of chewing on everything in sight. This fiber-rich grass contains a variety of nutrients for your fur baby, including wheat grass, oat, barley, and rye. The adorable mug is included!
This comes with seeds and a soil dish. You can also buy refill kits. Add the soil disk, a splash of water, and a sprinkling of seeds, and watch your new plant grow.
The Cat Ladies is a family-owned, southern California-based small business founded in 2015 by a mother-daughter duo who wanted to create unique, organic products for other passionate cat owners.
Promising reviews: "I went and bought another one so I could rotate them and have a constant source of grass for my cat. Also subscribed for the refills. I can't grow anything so was stunned by how easily this grass grows." —Maryann Wells
"As far as the flavor goes; the kitties seem to find it top notch! Was tall enough after only five days; but we held off for day six to make sure 'little destroyer' didn't pull it out by the roots! The cup opening keeps the shoots tight together unlike some you buy in the pet store. We couldn't be more pleased. We ordered a refill at the same time and plan to order again just to have two cups so my kids don't fight for position. No mold problems if you follow watering directions." —Kathleen M.
Get it from Amazon for $19.94.
29. A shaker of edible cocktail glitter because why would you ever have a normal drink if you could add a little extra razzle dazzle to it and completely upgrade the experience?!
Bakel is a small business established in 2016 that specializes in edible glitters for food and drink.
Promising review: "Don’t think any further and just buy it. This was so cool and everyone loved it! I got the clear one because it will go with any drink. I will be the one to put this in all my friends drinks. Also had no taste so it was just the look. Sooooooo cool!" —gigi
Get it from Amazon for $11.90+ (available in 17 colors).
30. The Reverse Coloring Book, perfect for anyone who may get a little anxious trying to color in the lines of traditional adult coloring books (🙋♀️). With this version, you create the lines instead of adding the color, which gives you a little more ~creative freedom~ to create beautiful works of art mindlessly.
Each book includes 50 pages of watercolor art for you to add lines, along with suggestions for what to add if you want a jumping off point. Bonus: the pages are perforated so you can easily tear them out and frame them!
Promising review: "Changed my life. So I get anxious doing the adult coloring books. This was so much fun and made me really think outside of the box. I'm not the best at drawing but I felt like I was when I was a kid doodling in my textbooks in school." —Carley C.
Get it from Amazon for $9.90.
(Psst — check out these cult-fave black fine point pens for $8.99 on Amazon for a good doodling option!)
31. A set of handmade Cosmic Brownie earrings that are truly ~out of this world!!~ Seriously, what better way to idolize your all-time favorite childhood treat than by wearing them?!
Brietistic is a Georgia-based Etsy shop established in 2019 that specializes in handmade jewelry.
Promising review: "Lovely earrings that look just like the real thing! The quality is amazing. The seller was also very prompt and kind while answering any questions I had about the products. Highly recommend this shop to others! 😊💗" —Nemi
Get it from Brietistic on Etsy for $25.99 (and check out the rest of the snack earring designs on Brietistic's shop)!
32. A beginner's sushi-making kit for the ultimate date night or friends' dinner where you can control exactly what goes into your rolls to make the most delicious seafood treat to ever hit your tastebuds.
Each kit comes with two sushi rolling mats, five pairs of chopsticks, a paddle, a spreader, and a PDF of instructions, including recipes for six popular rolls.
Promising review: "The entire Bamboo Sushi Kit is absolutely well made, easy to use, easy to clean, high-end restaurant quality, and durable. it was very nicely packaged, and instructions clear, in-depth and very easy to follow. No one (myself included) in my household has ever made sushi before but (thanks to the enclosed instructions), there were no issues making it. My daughter did an awesome job utilizing these products to make fish-free sushi with pickled ginger on top, was delectable! Loooooove it!" —Liza
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
33. An LOL-worthy fruit-shaped cat cap that'll turn your kitty into the cutest apple (or banana, or strawberry, etc!) you ever did see, even if all they want from the moment it touches their head is to get it off.
Promising review: "I would give these 10 stars if I could, but I'm sure Freya would give it a -3. I think she looks like an angelic banana, but she is not amused. I don't believe this causes her physical discomfort, but her self-esteem has plummeted. Long story short, makes your cat look stupid, as planned. LOL." —Amazon Customer
Get one in a random fruit from Amazon for $7.99.
34. Squeakee The Balloon Dino, who can roar, chomp, dance when you put his headphones on, nuzzle, play tug of war and other games, and has over 70 sounds and reactions. This lil' guy is your newest BFF. Beware: he also farts when you pull his tail. 🤭
BuzzFeed contributing writer Kit Stone says: "Last year, I got the super-popular Squeakee balloon dog. It was a HUGE hit with my nephews. I'm even more excited for this new Squeakee because every kid wishes they could have a pet dinosaur, and now they can!"
Promising review: "My daughter screamed so loud when she opened this on her birthday that I thought my ears world bleed! This toy is so much fun my 8-year-old loves it and I love it too! He sits when I tell him to sit, he listens better than my kids! Great toy, entertaining, and so worth it. I got to be, 'the best mom ever' and it felt great!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $34.30.
35. A silly chair pillow that'll transform your uncomfy seat into something you'd actually want to spend your day sitting on. Plus this dude can be your new work partner and keep you comfy while you type away for eight hours.
Promising review: "This product is a little smaller than maybe what I was expecting. But, regardless, it is still very comfortable. I spend a lot of my time sitting on the computer but don’t have a legitimate desk chair, and this has definitely been a breath of fresh air for my rather unforgiving wooden kitchen chairs. Plus, I was looking for something cute and fun to bring some more color to my apartment, and this adorable duck definitely accomplishes that. I think it would be extra perfect for kids, too!" —Claire Rorick
Get it from Amazon for $34.99.
36. An attachable Stanley Cup-compatible snack bowl because you already take your cup with you everywhere so you may as well have some snacks to go along with it.
Promising review: "This holds a lot of snacks! Fits onto my tumbler and stays in place, even if the tray is loaded up with treats. This won't go over the lid so it's best to put it on before you put the lid in place. This is not silicone, it is hard plastic. Easy to wash and hand dry. Very cute and useful!" —Just My Opinion
Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in two sizes and five colors).
37. And a set of cowboy straw toppers to add a little personality to your fave tumbler while also protecting your drink from having any nasty germs (or worse…bugs) get into your straw. Let's be honest, if you took a big ol' gulp from your cup only to suck up a bug, it's safe to say you wouldn't be drinking from that vessel again. With these cuties, that's no longer a concern!!
Check out a TikTok of the straw toppers in action. And you can ever throw throw 'em in the dishwasher!
Promising review: "So SO CUUUTE! 10/10!! good product and keeps my straw from getting bugs or getting germs on it! Plus it’s really cute." —JennA
Get a set of four from Amazon for $6.99.
38. Some mini rainbow scratch notes that'll bring back your childhood nostalgia of scratching away at the black paper to reveal a gorgeous rainbow underneath. And if you're really motivated, you can spend your time trying to remove all the black to completely clear it and reveal every last bit of color (c'mon, you can't tell me I'm the only one who would do that).
This set comes with 125 notes, five wooden styluses, and a storage box.
Promising review: "These are a hit with my kids! They started by simply scratching on them, and that graduated to notes, and now they are working on pretty neat pictures. Lots of fun, and easy to hand to the kids to peacefully get them off of screens." —Craig J.
Get a set of 125 from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in six versions).
The reviews used in this post have been edited for length and clarity.