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1. A small lamp that'll cast a sunset or sunrise light in the room and add some ambience without you having to venture outside at all.
Promising review: "I ordered this lamp as a gift for my husband. We just set up a room in the basement where he keeps his records, films, musical instruments, and other fun stuff. We call it the music listening room — he has a stressful job so he really enjoys going down to the basement and listening to a record and turning on some nice mood lighting. I ordered the sunset lamp as a complement to the theme of the room and we just love it. The closer you are to the wall, the more of a defined a circle it will cast, and the farther back you move the lamp you will see more of an ambient light instead. It’s a really cool light that looks great next to our other eclectic lights, lava lamps and such. When not in use, the lamp is very small and discreet, just a few inches high and sits on the desk in the room." —MBA Squared
Get it from Amazon $15.99.
2. A small space heater designed to keep you warm and toasty without having to heat up the rest of the house. It has three heat settings as well as a fan-only mode to keep you the perfect temperature *and* save money on your electric bill. Reviewers confirm this thing is small but packs a big punch!
Promising review: "I bought this heater to stay warm while working from home this winter and to avoid high heating costs. So far we’ve already had a few chilly mornings and this little heater has worked great! Heats up my small office space quickly. It’s not exactly quiet, but as long as I am not in the phone I do not find the sound distracting. Hoping this will keep me warm throughout the winter!" —Taylor Gobeil
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in two colors).
3. And an auto-shutoff outlet to give you peace of mind that you won't leave your space heater on for any longer than you need it, thus saving you even more money. Plus, you can use it to ensure your curling iron or straightener is turned off after you leave home during the other seasons.
That can't be a fear just I have, right? Right??? You can set the timer on this for one, two, four, or eight hours, or just put it on hold.
Promising review: "I plug a small electric heater into it. It allows me to get heat for a while...and turns the heat off when I forget I left it on. It should save me a few bucks over the course of a Maine cold winter!" —Maine Guy
Get it from Amazon for $11.79.
4. A plug-in color-changing mushroom light just perfect for adding a touch of cottagecore to your bedroom and make it feel warm and cozy even when the lights are off.
Promising review: "I LOVE this night-light. It's in my bathroom and is a lovely addition. It turns off the second the lights go on which is nice that I don't have to worry about accidentally leaving it on. Super cute and the little itty-bitty lighting element does a good job lighting, just enough so I don't have to turn the main lights on in the middle of the night." —1Thand
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
5. A Souper Cubes freezer tray specifically made with four spaces that fit one cup of soup or sauce. This way, you can make a whole bunch of soup and then freeze it in single serving portions so it's easier to defrost and eat for dinner when it's too cold outside to eat anything else.
Souper Cubes is a family-run small business with a passion for better frozen meal prep and food waste reduction! Plus, their products are BPA-free, dishwasher-safe, and it have fill lines on the side of the compartments for half and full cups.
Promising review: "LOVE LOVE LOVE. My freezer is so much more organized now. Gone are the days of having to defrost an entire bag of chicken broth for one cup for a recipe. I now have perfectly portioned 1/2-cup and 1-cup blocks ready to go. They fit easily in freezer bags, take up less space, and make me incredibly happy. There was a lot of attention to detail put into the design and I particularly appreciate the wire inside the rim that holds everything steady — no more worrying about spilling all the liquid on the way to the freezer. Just a fantastic product all around. I purchased this and a cheaper version from another manufacturer at the same time but returned the other product. This one is definitely worth the added cost." —Kate
Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
6. A door draft stopper reviewers swear is a great way to stop cold air from getting into your home during the winter months. Not only will you save money on your energy bill, but you'll also stop tiny critters from crawling their way into your home.
Promising review: "The circulation in our house had a constant breeze coming in from below our back door. This product took about 10 minutes to install (cut to size, removal/replacement of our door stopper), and we have no more cold air blowing in from outside! The magic of the product is its rigidity. It is hard enough to block the strong draft we have, but it's soft enough to bend over our rug. If the stopper were very hard, it would push away the rug or force the rug to roll up or buckle. For us, this product is a perfect solution to our draft issue." —Wuzaaap
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four colors).
7. Or a weatherproofing strip you can place all around the door if you feel cold air coming in from all the small spaces. Plus, it also works at blocking out surrounding noise, like when the plow shows up at 4 a.m. with a "beep beep beep".
Applying this during extreme weather temperatures can make the adhesive not stick as well, so it's recommended to apply it when it's between 55°- 104°F. If you do want to apply it when it's between 45°-54°F, you can use a hair dryer to warm the tap and surface for better application.
Promising review: "So, I bought a house last year in the summer, whoot whoot! I live in Minnesota so baby, the winter was coming! My house is older and big, so I kept feeling drafts but couldn't figure out why. And then I discovered, the space around my front door needed to be sealed. I bought this and voila! Once I sealed my door, I was able to turn my heat down a bit and be comfortable in my front room! This was an inexpensive and quick fix. I have a ton of the stripping left by the way." —Myshia Moore
Get it from Amazon for $8.97.
8. *OR* A weighted stopper if you want an option that you don't have to stick to the door. This one adds an element of cuteness, and as a bonus, you can use the loop at the end to hang from the doorknob to prevent cold air from leaking in through the side of the door.
Promising review: "I liked that this came in a darker color and was weighted on the bottom. It's very sturdy and decorative as well. I did not purchase for noise cancellation, just needed to quench the cold air from coming into the living room area. No need to use adhesion to keep it in place, it stays in place very well! Living in the Northeast can bring some frigid weather, so I like that it's an inexpensive option and easy to use. It has loops on the ends to hang when not in use." — Hope Beacon
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in five styles).
9. A produce hammock so you have a place to store all your favorite Sumo oranges that are *finally* in season right now. This will get them off your countertop and make your kitchen feel more organized.
Knapps Knots is a woman-owned small business from San Diego that specializes in handmade macrame crafts.
Promising review: "It’s LOVELY! The rods are a little long for under my cabinets but I made it work and it still looks beautiful. I couldn’t be happier. Beautiful craftsmanship. I had no counter space left so I had to have it. I posted to Snapchat and my Instagram and Facebook stories. I have already gotten tons of compliments from people saying they have to get one too! The personalized note and packaging was such a cute touch! Oh and super fast shipping, too!" —Hannah Campbell
Get it from Knapps Knots on Etsy for $27.90+ (available in two sizes and 10 colors).
10. A toilet night-light designed with a sensor so it will turn on as soon as you stumble into the bathroom. Not only is this great when you wake up in the middle of the night, but it will also light the way if you get up before your partner and don't want to turn on the light when it's still dark outside in the morning.
It is an LED light and has 16 colors that can either be solid or rotate between all of them.
Promising review: "This seemingly silly little gadget has turned out to be great! The light level (brightness) can be dimmed down if desired, and the color can be set to whatever you want, but the bottom line is that you don't need to turn on a bright overhead light (which wakes me up and makes me angry, not a good combination) when you need to go into the bathroom at night. Cleaning it is a breeze, too; what seems like it's going to be a problem...isn't. I can't recommend this toilet night-light highly enough, and I'm not ashamed to admit it. Could be on the gift list this December." —Wandergurrlee
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
11. A pair of beaded fan pull extenders to make it incredibly easy for you to know which chain is for the light and which is for the fan. This way, you won't accidentally turn on the fan when your home is already frigid enough.
Promising review: "This is the definition of 'product you didn't know you needed because you didn't know it existed.' I was FOREVER pulling the wrong chain on our bedroom ceiling fan. (Want the light off? Oh no...now the fan's on high. Need to change the fan speed? Eek... now you're in the dark.) They're a much better quality than I expected. They're actually quite heavy-duty pull chains, and they add a bit of fun to the decor. (When you notice them — most of the time, who even things about a ceiling fan pull chain?) As an added bonus, my infant daughter loves staring at them while I change her diaper or jammies. I tap them to make the chains swing, and it's instant fascination, which helps make my job easier!" —LHD
Get it from Amazon for $6.69+ (available in two sizes and in two finishes).
12. Some weather-sealing tape you can use on your doors *and* windows to keep the cold out and your heat in. It's super flexible, which means it will work for any area, no matter the shape.
Promising review: "This stuff goes on really well and has almost a rubbery consistency that allows it to bridge gaps — not buckle or crease — and stretch a bit where needed. Some tapes look like packing tape, crinkly and cloudy, but this went on flat and clear and stayed that way. I put it on in October, and it kept the cold out and actually helped prevent condensation on the storm window through the winter (down to -25 degrees F). I removed it the next summer and it left no residue and it did not pull up the varnish on the window casement. Pictures are after it had been on for eight months. The 30 feet of tape covered three windows for me. I'll buy again." —Mercer W
Get it from Amazon for $7.05.
13. A game-changing dishwashing spray to coat your dirty dishes completely. This will make it super simple to wipe away the caked-on remnants from all the soups and stews you've been making.
BuzzFeed Shopping Editor Elizabeth Lilly also loves this spray. Here's what she has to say: "I live in an apartment without a dishwasher, and I honestly use that as an excuse to order takeout food instead of cooking. But, as soon as I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff (regular Dawn is my go-to dish soap, BTW), I put it to use on both a saucepan I used to make homemade enchilada sauce *and* the casserole dish I baked those enchiladas, which had a ton of caked-on food. It really does work like I say it does! Like, scary well."
Get the starter pack from Amazon for $17.50.
14. A boot tray you can keep by your door so you have a place to slip off your wet and snowy boots after coming inside. This way, all that water won't make it's way onto your floor and carpet. Because nobody wants that.
Promising review: "Great to hold wet winter shoes at your doors! I use them for putting my wet snowy shoes on when I come in my house from outside in the snow. The lip around the edges keeps the water from getting on my carpets and hardwood floors. I love these, and after the snow melts, I just pour the water into sink. Works great!! So easy to clean." —mimiofmixedblessings
Get it from Amazon for $15.98+ (available in two styles).
15. A pack of washing machine tablets because yes, the machine that you use to get you clothes clean also needs to be cleaned itself. This tablet will dissolve during the cycle and work to break up and remove odor-causing residue that may be the reason your favorite hoodie isn't smelling as good as it used to.
Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and had to give it a try. It’s very easy just throw it in there and throw on the self-cleaning mode for my washer. My washer was musty beforehand and came out with no smell at all. It freshened up the drum. Since I used it, my clothes have smelled stronger of my detergent. Definitely worth giving it a try." —Adamsp17
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in packs of three and five).
16. A eucalyptus bundle you can hang from your shower head to add a touch of greenery and life to the room when every other plant outside is dead and brown. Plus, the steam from the shower will cause it to release natural oils said to help relax the body and mind, *and* fill the room with a heavenly scent.
The bundle is handmade and comes cut, wrapped and tied with a self-adhesive hook from this small business based in Charlotte, North Carolina. They recommend replacing once a month for the best results.
Promising review: "I’ve purchased eucalyptus bundles multiple times from this seller. They arrive in perfect condition and smell great. I love that the little hook arrives with the new bundle. All you have to do is stick the hook in your shower and hang your bundle! We have them in all our showers, and we receive many compliments on how nice it smells!" —Jessica
Get it from Eucalyptus Blooms on Etsy for $13.44+ (available in five sizes).
17. Some string lights to transform your bedroom into a magical wonderland even better than the one Alice fell into.
These lights are made with three strands and are dimmable with an on and off switch. Plus, they're made from copper wire that's waterproof and bendable. And to top it off, they have more than 8,500 5-star ratings!
Promising review: "100% worth buying. I lined the top of my ceiling with them and my door. You only need 3 clear Command Hooks on each wall to hold them up because the lights are so lightweight. They put off the perfect amount of lighting. At night it’s the only light I leave on. It creates such a cozy atmosphere. The best part is the fact that they’re not bulky and truly look like dainty twinkly lights. The wire can be bent into whatever shape you want for an easy setup. I have them in my new college apartment, and I get so many compliments." —John D. Traylor
Get them from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three colors).
18. Or a color-changing LED light string if you want a lighting situation you can change up based on your mood. These lights are not only easy to install, but they have six brightness levels, 32 color options, and a remote to help you easily customize the look. How cool is that?!?
The lights also come with some 3M adhesive you can cut to fit the length of your room.
Promising review: "These lights were so much easier to install than I thought they'd be! The tape on the back is really strong and the lights themselves are brighter than the main light in my room. Everything was really dark and bland before, but these really made everything feel prettier than it was." —Shayna
Get it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three lengths).
19. Some shower curtain clips that will work to keep the steam and hot air in your shower so you stay toasty and warm for as long as possible before you have to venture back into your chilly room.
Promising review: "I have a lot of trouble with leakage around my tub when I shower. I tried double liners, magnets, etc. but curtain still blows enough to leak onto the floor and from there through the ceiling of the dining room downstairs around an infinitesimal gap between flooring and wall. I was desperate, so I gave these a try. Problem solved. Liner stays tight against the tile and can be freed for cleaning." —D. Polsky
Get the pack of four on Amazon for $9.99 (also available in an eight-pack).
20. An overflow drain cover here to solve the bath problem where you just can't seem to get the water deep enough for you to fully relax and enjoy it after a long day. This cover allows you to add a couple of extra inches of water, something that reviewers say makes ALLLL the difference.
Promising review: "I received this yesterday; installed it last night. Took my first bath with it today, and boy, does it work. I did not rate whether it’s easy to remove or clean, as I haven’t done those yet, but I don’t see why either would be an issue. If you’re an avid bath-taker like I am (baths are needed sometimes to warm up during our cold Wisconsin winters) and are tired of the water level going down as quickly as you’re trying to fill it, I definitely recommend this. My only complaint is that I should’ve bought the sooner… I’ve spent years and years using strips of old rags, sponge materials, etc. to try to keep the water from seeping out (which results in smelly, moldy material), but this works like a charm." —HeartStar14
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in nine colors).
21. A cool mist humidifier that left more than 56,000 reviewers raving about how good it is at adding moisture to dry winter air. If you deal with dry and itchy skin this time of year, this little thing will be your savior at reviving your skin and making it feel hydrated. Plus, it can also help reduce congestion when you're sick!
Reviewers also say this is great if you have eczema or other skin conditions! Read more about humidifiers and congestion at MedlinePlus.
Promising reviews: "I’m used to having extremely dry skin in the colder months so I try to have a humidifier on when I get out of the shower, or just have a very dry day. This humidifier is amazing! I feel so much more comfortable in my space with the air not sucking the moisture out of my skin! You notice the moisture right away upon turning it on! It’s easy to use, you can’t even hear it on, and easy to clean and refill! Thank you for giving me a less crusty winter season!" —Taylor B.
Get it from Amazon for $29.97+ (available in two sizes).
22. And a humidifier tank cleaner designed to keep your humidifier free of mildew and mold for up to 30 days. It also kills 99% of odor-causing bacteria, which will keep any bad odors from arising with the steam.
Promising reviews: "I LOVE these little fish. I’ve been using them for about 2.5 years now, and I truly believe they help keep the humidifier and water cleaner. People don’t realize all the nasty mold and bacteria that can be growing in their humidifier and then released into the air in their room! I’ve noticed a huge difference in mold growth when I use these fish." —Shelly
Get it from Amazon for $5.28.
23. A rose gold electric lighter enabling you to easily light every single candle in your home in seconds. This lighter is flameless, rechargeable, and has a long stem to reach alllllll the way down to the bottom of your favorite candle.
Promising review: "Works like a charm. I saw this on a TikTok. I knew immediately that I needed it. I love candles, and this is so much better than a match or lighter. It’s kept a charge for months. I use it several times a month." —dwhite3012
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in five colors).
And checkout one BuzzFeed editor's full Leejie electric lighter review here.
24. A window insulator kit to stop any cold air from sneaking in through your windows. If you live in an old home or apartment, this is a great way to help lower your energy costs that doesn't interfere with the windows at all.
Promising review: "I buy this every winter, and it makes a BIG difference! We have super-thin windows and this works like a charm to stop 80% of the cold drafts, and I find I can sit right next to the window without a problem after installing them. It's easy to install and looks invisible after you apply heat with a hair dryer. No one will be able to tell there's a film, and it'll look completely transparent after you apply heat. It was so satisfying to see the wrinkles disappear! It looks great, works great, and will save your energy! Win win win!" —Raymond
Get a three-window kit from Amazon for $13.99 (also available in a five-, 10-, or 15-windows kits).
25. A moisture meter you place in the soil of your plants to see exactly how much water it's getting. If you love having real plants in your home but struggle to figure out the right time to water them (especially with the variable temps and sun status in the winter), this is a great tool to have so your plant babies are always getting the perfect amount all year long.
Promising review: "It is said that overwatering is the major reason plants, especially indoor ones, die....I have had a lot problems with some plants needing more water in winter, and others needing less. This quickly shows the soil moisture, so I know what I need to do to keep each one appropriately watered. This is a vital and useful tool!" —Wisteria
Get it from Amazon for $8.47+ (available in three colors).
26. A large woven storage basket with such a simple yet chic look, you can put right next to your couch so your collection of blankets that you snuggle with every night have a home during the day.
Promising review: "I was very pleased with this purchase. It's made well and quite sturdy. I have two pillows, a blanket and small quilt inside. It's currently in my living room, holding those items for cold weather; once spring and summer return, I'll use it in my guest room. I'm happy to know that it's machine-washable, although I've had no need to clean it. It's a fine addition to my home!" —pksommer
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in three sizes).
27. A filter you can attach to your showerhead to help get rid of the chemicals and things in your hard water that's messing with your hair and skin, especially in the winter. It simply snaps into your shower head (no matter what style you have) without any tools and instantly gets to work. Reviewers say it has helped them deal with dry itchy skin, dandruff, and other skin conditions.
To install it, simply remove your existing shower holder, twist on the filter, and reattach your shower head. It's made to last through 10,000–12,000 gallons of water, or approximately six months of normal usage.
Promising review: "Okay, so I love Amazon, but I NEVER leaves reviews (it’s too much to type on my cell phone!) Anyways, I HAD to review this product. I live in an apartment with hard water that dries my hair and skin to the max especially during the winter months. I finally decided I had to find something that would work after going on a trip and having gorgeous soft hair throughout the entire trip only to return home and deal with the exact opposite. After beginning my search, I was highly disappointed when I realized that I didn’t have many options due to being in an apartment (basically a shower head). I decided to give this product a go because what did I have to lose. Let me tell you — IT WORKS! My hair and skin are loving it!! My hair is so soft, easy to dry, and I don’t have to use all my expensive product trying to soften my hair. I’m so happy to have found this product." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $35.86.
28. Some Instant Pot magnetic cheat sheets that will come in handy at night when it's already dark outside and you're too exhausted to cook a big dinner. You'll be able to use your Instant Pot in an ~instant~ to whip up a delicious meal without having to Google anything or ask Alexa for help once.
Promising review: "I am so happy that I decided to give this product a try! What an amazing idea. I placed the smaller magnet right on the Instant Pot and use it daily for a quick reference. Instead of searching the cookbook or internet, I can just glance over and know in an instant how to program my IP for that particular product." —Olesya
Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in two sizes).
29. A portable paw cleaner you most definitely need if your pup seems to go out of their way to find snow and mud when you're out on a walk and then won't sit still while you try to towel them off. Just fill this cleaner with water, dunk their paw in, and the silicone bristles will do all the hard work for you and get the mud off.
No more muddy pawprints showing up all over your home!
Promising review: "There are no more words other than 'if you have a dog who goes outside, you need this.' My golden doodle was wearing me out trying to keep my hardwood floors clean -— especially during these winter months. This has solved my problem! A few drops of soap/shampoo, fill 3/4 with warm water, then dip paws and twist container or dip paws in and out. Super easy. I will say though to empty after every use and rinse well." —Crissy Warf
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes and eight colors and with or without a lid).
30. A color-changing moon lamp one BuzzFeed writer says does look like a mini version of the real thing *and* is just so soothing to watch at night. You can turn it on when it's time to relax and wind down before bed.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says: "First of all, it really does look hyper realistically like a small moon and adds a chill vibe wherever you plant it. But it's also just so soothing to watch and have in the periphery. You can control dozens of different colors for it and either keep it on those colors or have them alternate, fade quickly, or fade gradually. It's super easy to charge and controlled by a remote, so you can move it off its stand and have it light up wherever you want. These days I tend to turn it on for my designed ~me time~ night every week, in which I will light a candle, pour a glass of red wine, read a romance novel, and, of course, light my lil' moon. Definitely one of my favorite 'the internet made me do it' purchases."
Get a 4.8-inch moon from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in eight sizes).
31. A butterfly-shaped insect trap capable of catching all those little annoying bugs trolling around your plants that you didn't realize you brought inside when you moved your plants in the house. It's discreet enough to almost blend in with your plant while it traps those little suckers better than a Venus flytrap.
Promising review: "Whenever I would bring my plants inside for the winter, my house would get invaded with gnats. I tried a few solutions before this, none of which made much difference. It was really annoying. Now I stick one or two of these in any problem plant, and the majority of those little guys get stuck as soon as they come out of the soil. Very satisfying." —JuicyZebra
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $5.03+ (available in 17 styles and packs).
32. A Bluapple produce extender that works for three months to keep your produce from wilting when you look away for one second. Now you'll actually be able to enjoy all the fresh produce you bought with your hard-earned money.
OK, I know that's not how it works, but doesn't it feel like that's how it works sometimes??? This absorbs ethylene gas that would otherwise ripen your fruits and vegetables. It's safe to put in the fridge or even in a fruit bowl. Each packet lasts three months.
Promising review: "These REALLY work! We have to move them away from our fresh fruit so it would ripen! My produce is lasting at least three times as long without spoilage. This is a great product, and I have already bought many as gifts. They don't seem to work on tomatoes, but they are great with bananas, apples, kiwi, pears, grapes, plums, peaches, lettuces, mushrooms, and many more fruits and vegetables." —Jacki
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
33. A clear toy blocker if you find yourself on the floor multiple times a day (especially in the winter when it's too cold to play outside) retrieving the toy that your "retriever" seems to lose under your furniture every time you turn around. It comes in two heights, can be cut to fit in the space exactly, and the tape can be removed and washed, so there's no harm to your floor. Score!
Promising review: "A must-have for ALL pet owners. This contraption is genius and will save cat (and dog) owners so much time and frustration retrieving toys. We used this beneath our oven and it works PERFECTLY. Cat can't destroy it (the way she shredded the foam insulation we had stuffed under there before) and we no longer have to get the yardstick out when literally all of her toys are 'gone.' Yes, this is a challenge to install, but 100% worth it. I'd buy it again in a heartbeat." —Allison Goldstein
Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in three sizes).
34. Keurig cleaning cups, a must-have for anyone whose coffee maker is working overtime this time of year. This makes it so simple to give it the clean it deserves. Just put one of the pods in the machine, and you'll be amazed at how much gunk comes out of it. 🤮
Promising review: "I had no idea that cleaning a Keurig was a thing. I bought these because I saw them on TikTok believe it or not. I wanted to give it a go because my Keurig isn’t that old and I didn’t think it would do anything. IT WORKS SO WELL! My Keurig wasn’t as nasty as some I’ve seen, luckily. I would highly recommend, keeps everything runny correctly and clean." —Lauren
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $9.95.
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