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1. A single handle vase with a very modern look people may just assume you picked up at a fancy boutique for a pretty hefty price. But that's a secret you don't have to share.
Promising review: "The vase compliments my family room decor. The black and white (more like an ivory color) compliments the overall aesthetic of the room. It is a very nice sophisticated piece of decor." —Sophisticated Design
Get it from Target for $17.50 (originally $35).
2. An entryway organizer perfect to put by your front door so you have a place to store your mail instead of just letting it pile up on your counter or kitchen table forever.
Promising review: "I love this piece more in person. It's got such character, and it really makes our space feel lived in, but organized. It's very sturdy and well built. The hardware for installation is actually really cool and makes it a breeze to put up, plus very durable. I highly recommend it." —Sherri Griffin
Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in three styles under $20).
3. Some Miracle-Gro spikes here to make everyone think you're the best plant parent around when in reality you can't remember the last time you watered your plant babies. Was it last Wednesday? No, maybe Tuesday? What are days anymore??? These discreet sticks go into the dirt of your plant and feed them micronutrients for up to two months, leaving them looking beautiful and adding life to your home.
Promising review: "I have several houseplants that had stopped flowering, so I put a few of these spikes in the pot (there are directions on the back of the package for quantity), and approximately a month after using these spikes, my peace lily had three flowers on it, and my African violet plants all got several blooms on them! This worked wonders for my plants that don't flower also! I noticed that my ivy and cactus plants started growing faster, and they became more green and healthy looking. I am very happy with this product, and I will buy it again." —Elizabeth
Get a set of 24 spikes from Amazon for $2.79.
4. A geometric wire photo frame designed to add a little dimension to your decor.
Promising review: "Can I just say I love this picture frame? It looks much more expensive than it was, and everybody that sees it compliments it! It makes me way too happy. Happier than a picture frame should. It makes me want to go buy a bunch of other stuff from Umbra because it is all very cool." —Monica Wood
Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in four sizes and four colors all under $20).
5. A faux leather catch-all tray you can place by your door so when you get home, you can put your keys, AirPods, and anything else you have in your hand into it so it doesn't clutter up your space. Plus, you'll know exactly where you keys are when you're ready to head out again.
Zora Botanica is a NY-based small business creating faux leather home storage solutions, stationary, accessories, and more.
Promising review: "This is a perfect size for a catch-all. I keep my keys, sunglasses, and masks all in the same little spot now, and it’s super convenient. 🥳" —Lauren Cannata
Get it from Zora Botanica on Etsy for $12+ (available in five colors and two sizes).
6. A shelf that'll add some life to your walls. Yep, your stuff definitely looks better on the wall than in a pile on the counter. I guarantee it.
7. A set of two velvet throw pillow covers because putting these on your couch will make you feel like you're basically living at Buckingham Palace, I swear.
These are just pillow covers, so don't forget the pillow inserts, if you need them.
Promising review: "I love these pillowcases! They are way nicer than I expected for the price. They are soft, wash well, and look more expensive than the price. I’m super happy with my purchase. I was kinda iffy on buying them, but I went ahead and did it because I knew I could return them if I didn’t like them, but I was actually pleasantly surprised." —Amanda
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in nine sizes and 33 colors).
8. An under-bed motion sensor LED strip you'll be oh-so thankful for when you get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom and don't have to turn on the light or use a big night light. The light will turn on as soon as you get out of bed and make it so you can easily get to the bathroom without tripping on that pile of clothes you told yourself you'd put away before going to bed...
Promising review: "Great light strip. The motion sensor has a good range and then controls for time on and brightness are wonderful. The 3M tape on the back could be stronger, but for the price and motion sensor it is a great buy. Also we have this plugged into a smart outlet so that it only turns on during certain hours of the day. That plus the feature that is there is enough ambient light, the motion sensor doesn't trigger makes this on par with systems that are far more expensive. Works great with Google home as well because of the linked smart plug. Very happy with the purchase. Would be 4.5 stars just because of the tape not being sticky enough, but they do provide a second roll in the box, which helps." —AC
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
9. A set of amber soap dispensers enabling you to make your bathroom look sleek and chic (the best home decor combo IMHO) even if you fill them with soap you got with your 40%-off CVS coupon.
Promising review: "These are amazing soap dispensers. The amber glass is sturdy and strong, and the pump works great. They're easy to fill and they look so good on your bathroom or kitchen countertop. Highly recommend!" —Emily
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $15.99 (available in four different pump colors).
10. A set of water-absorbent coasters that actually come in a super neat holder to keep them organized when you're not using them. The marble-style top will look super good in your home while the cork bottom will ensure they don't move around when you set a drink on them.
Promising review: "These coasters work great! The condensation from the glass gets totally absorbed. No more liquid on your table and no more coasters sticking when you lift the glass up!" —Carole Bombardier
Get it from Amazon for $15.89.
11. A Dalí clock — a must-have for any modern-art lover. Not only is this surrealist piece of decor reminiscent of a famous Salvador Dalí's painting, but it's also fully functional.
Promising review: "My whole family loves it! It’s so unique and fun to display. It's a very special piece to own from one of my favorite artists, Salvador Dali. I wish it was a sturdier material (it’s plastic), but either way, it will be safely displayed and the quality looks so good you can’t tell it’s plastic until you touch it. I would love if they made a larger size, but this size is great too!" —Luz C
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in two colors).
12. A magnetic knife strip to keep the random collection of knives you have out of your drawers and safely on your wall where they are less likely to harm someone just looking for a fork.
Promising review: "After years of using a knife block, we decided to free up some counter space and install this magnetic strip for our knives. It was easy to install. The magnet is very strong. And we have extra space on our kitchen counter. Win-win-win." —A. Tran
Get a 16-inch bar from Amazon for $19.99.
13. A record display shelf you can mount above your record player so you always know what's playing in the form of cool wall art.
Record Racks is a small business based in Austin, Texas.
BuzzFeed shopping writer Ali Faccenda says: "This is my second shelf from Record Racks since I moved and had one up on my wall in my childhood bedroom. It's one of my fave ways to display my records and doubles as a fun wall piece. It's such a conversation starter and def want to get a bunch of these for my friends for the holidays this year. It easily applies to the wall with Command strips (these are provided for you) and your installation is complete!"
Get it from Record Racks on Etsy for $19.99 (available in 14 colors).
14. A set of six abstract line art prints, because once you frame and hang them on your wall, it will look like you spent thousands of dollars crafting the perfect gallery wall. I'm pretty sure everyone will be impressed, even your pets!
Promising review: "I framed these prints and hung them above my bed. I love the color palette! They are a perfect bedroom pop, and there are a lot of accent colors you can choose from!" —Ellie Britton
Get the set of six from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in two sizes under $20).
15. A set of NoNo Brackets, which are actually curtain rod brackets specifically designed to be mounted to your existing blinds so you don't have to drill any holes to hang curtains in your home. This is a great option for renters or anyone who has a less-than-ideal windowsill but still wants curtains in their home.
Promising review: "After moving into an apartment recently, I had to solve the dilemma of only having blinds and no curtains. These brackets only took a few minutes to install and work great. I'm very happy with them, and they did not damage the walls." —Flying machine
Get a set of three from Amazon for $19.95.
16. A tassel-free plant hanger so you can hang your favorite plant from the ceiling and add some depth to the room. Because let's be real — we all have one plant that's clearly the best and deserves to shine.
Sweet Home Alberti is a Black woman-owned small business creating beautiful multicolored macrame decor and jewelry!
Get it from Sweet Home Alberti on Etsy for $15.50+ (available in three styles and four colors).
17. A set of peel-and-stick floor tiles designed to make it super easy to redo your floor, without spending a lot of time or money.
The tiles are water-resistant and washable. To apply, just peel the backing and stick to a clean floor. You don't need any special tools or even grout.
Promising review: "I've only had these on my bathroom floor for a month or so, but they seem like they'll hold up. They were a bit of a pain in the ass to cut, but I didn't have the best tools or patience. The price is bananas for how good these look! They really transformed the room for cheap." —Jenascia
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $17.99.
18. Some wood repair markers to cover those scrapes and scratches that appeared on your furniture during that move you totally should have hired movers for. No need to go out and buy more furniture when this kit will restore your furniture to looking as good as new.
I used a similar kit on my TV stand after moving it into my current apartment, and it worked great! It was super easy to use — you just color in the scratch. And you can't tell the difference. It's amazing! And next time I move, I'm def hiring movers.
Promising review: "I can’t believe how well these work! Much better than I was expecting. I just had my home interior painted and the painters damaged a fiberboard medicine cabinet when they removed the masking tape. It ripped off the fake-wood veneer. These markers completely filled in the ugly spots and the colors blended well. I love that it appears to have some clear coat in it too as it dries with a slight shine that makes it look more like wood stain rather than marker. I also used them to stain wood filler in two spots in my maple kitchen cabinets where a previous homeowner had hung a paper towel holder and I really struggle to see the hole! It looks fantastic. I highly recommend this set. It’s a good value and works very well." —Shane
Get a set of 13 from Amazon for $9.99.
19. A wire countertop basket for an understated yet sophisticated centerpiece that screams, "I bought all these limes just for show," which is one of the fanciest things I've ever heard.
Promising review: "This is so cute, and I love it. I keep it right in the middle of my kitchen table. It looks nice, and I like to keep different stuff in it depending on the season. It’s very lightweight and looks expensive." —Brittany
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in four colors and styles under $20).
20. A frameless mirror with soft edges and a super trendy aesthetic to match. This will look so good sitting on your vanity *and* give you a place to look when you're putting your earrings on before leaving the house.
Promising review: "Super easy to set up. It doesn’t take up a lot of space and it also looks like it’s art so it doesn’t have to be just for makeup or sitting on a vanity. I put this on my office desk so I can check my teeth and stuff throughout the day. It’s a really great piece to have around without seeming like a mirror." —Tasha
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
21. Chalkboard paint to easily transform any wall in your home into a creative place where you can keep your to-do list, grocery list, meal plan, or just fun notes and drawings that scream, "YOU."
Promising review: "I’d never used chalk paint before. I didn’t even know if 'chalk paint' was a type finish or made it so you could actually make a chalkboard out of things. Our old house has a built in desk in our daughter’s room. Over the previous six years, she got a lot of paint and finger nail polish on it. It looked horrible, and I couldn’t get it off with solvents. We were putting our house on the market, so I had to do something. One quick and easy coat of this paint and the desk was transformed. The first family that looked at our house bought it, and was reason was because the room this was in was going to be their 4- and 5-year-old children’s playroom, and they loved the desk. When we moved, I left them a message, which the realtor said they loved. Cleaning artwork off of it requires a damp cloth. Easy!" —HuntAndFishVA
Get one quart from Amazon for $18.99.
22. Some abstract watercolor wall decals that'll give your walls some life and let you get your security deposit back at the end of your lease. If you live in an apartment that could use a coat or two of paint, this is a great way to revive it and give your home more of a personality.
23. Garage magnets meant to make your current garage door look like a fancy-schmancy carriage door without having to spend a butt load of money replacing the darn thing.
And you can easily take them off if you move! Plus, if you really want to complete the look, you can also add some magnetic windows to the top (like the picture above shows).
Promising review: "These faux windows are an ingenious upgrade product that added value and style to my home without breaking the bank! With an installation that takes about 30–50 seconds, I instantly improved my home's curb appeal without having to spend thousands on new garage doors. I did not cut any of the panels, but the templates included for cutting custom shapes were easy to use and understand. So far, through two harsh Minnesota winters, they have stayed right in place. I'm very happy with my purchase and would recommend these to anybody looking for a face-lift for their property." —martymar
Get a set of six standard hinges magnets from Amazon for $14.99.
24. A small lamp that'll cast a sunset or sunrise light in the room and add some ambience without you having to go outside.
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 $16.99+ (available in two colors).
25. A bouquet of dried pampas grass that's not all ~fluff~ — you can put these in vases in every room of your home to add some life. Bonus: You don't have to remember to water them.
Promising review: "Arrived super quick, cute packaging, fluffy, and beautiful!! No complaints, thank you!" —Leigh Stevens
Get a 30-piece bouquet from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two colors).
26. A static cling decorative window film perfect if you live a little too close to your neighbors or have big windows in rooms that probably don't need big windows.
The film is glue free and reusable. It blocks 98% of UV rays and glare and also provides more than 95% privacy. It can be used on any smooth and clean surface. And it's easy to apply. All you have to do is remove the backing, spray soapy water on the window you're applying it to, press the film on, and use a squeegee to remove any excess water.
Promising review: "I was looking for something to provide privacy to our front door sidelights, without blocking the natural light. This looks great! It’s subtle and classy looking. It was very easy to apply as long as you get your measurements correct. I had to do six small windows, so after I made sure the first one would fit, I used that as my template for the remaining windows. The film goes on just like a window cling. So easy!" —SarahHK
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in three sizes and three colors under $20).
27. Light-dimming stickers to, once and for all, put an end to the small lights coming from your TV, Wi-Fi router, or whatever else you have in your room that keeps you up at night.
You get a set of 100 stickers made to fit all sorts of electronics, so you can find the ones that will work perfectly for you.
Promising review: "Ingenious little idea. I suffer from migraines, so I know how a little LED light can irritate you in an otherwise pitch-black room. This product does a great job of dimming those harsh LED indicators that EVERYTHING seems to have nowadays. They are neat, not unsightly." —Jarom A. Daszko
Get a pack of 100 from Amazon for $4.89.
28. A rattan curtain tie-back because your curtains are great at keeping light out when you want it, but sometimes you need to let that natural light in. This super chic tie-back will keep your curtains in place for as long as you need.
29. A TV cord cover to disguise the cables that are visible under your wall-mounted TV. The cover will blend in with the wall and make it seem like the cords aren't there at all. And that, my friends, is basically magic.
Promising review: "This is the perfect solution for hiding a cord! It looks like it is just a part of the base board. Mine is covering a cable wire only, but I think they are big enough to hide more than one cord if needed. I didn’t cut mine, and I bought two. You can tell where the two meet if you look closely. However, I do not think anyone would notice. I can’t believe I let our cable cord sit across the floor for this long. I wish I would have found these sooner!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes and five colors all under $20).
30. Some cabinet pulls — they'll give your kitchen a complete makeover without you having to spend thousands of dollars installing new cabinets. Reviewers confirm that these small touches make a big difference.
Just a note that some reviewers recommend getting your own screws instead of using the ones included.
Promising review: "These are fabulous, and totally changed the look of my kitchen! The price was also great too, as I needed 35, and had to buy to lots, one 25 and one 10, and the total was around $80 for all of them. Which equals out to less than $2 apiece. You can't buy ones of this quality for that price locally. These are heavy and easy to install." —Debbie Sterrett
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $17.97+ (available in various sizes, colors, and styles).
31. A set of silicone stove-counter gap covers I'm really upset I haven't had in my home for years now because these stop all those tiny crumbs from falling down the crack, and that is so so so impossible to clean up! *shakes fists in the air*
Promising review: "I've been using these for about a week on my new freestanding range. When they removed my old range, I was really surprised to see how much stuff had slipped through! Now when I cook, I can see the splatters and seasonings left on the silicone that would have fallen between the stove and the counter. These gap fillers really do clean up easily, too. Although they are that extra thing to clean, I prefer that to knowing there's a mess hiding in the cracks." —JMom
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $10.95+ (available in two sizes and three colors under $20).
32. Shower curtain rings with two separate hooks so you can hang both your curtain and liner separately. Not only will the curtain open and close more smoothly, but you'll be able to remove them easily when it's time for a cleaning. Which reminds me...it's probably time to clean my shower curtain. 😬
Promising review: "This is one of those items you didn’t know you needed, and once you get it you can’t help but wonder you ever managed before. I absolutely hate taking the shower curtains off because of the whole open and close for multiple shower curtains. I know you’re like, ‘It’s just shower curtain hooks.’ And it is. But when you have to change out the creepy shower liner, that likes to attack you, and you dread doing so, this just adds seconds to your life. No more unsnapping. Simply take out the liner, place the liner on the appropriate hook, and presto." —Nardsbaby
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in ten finishes).
33. A set of minimalist hooks for a super easy place to hang your most-used coats, bags, or whatever else usually just ends up on the floor as soon as you get home. Instead, you can reduce the clutter in your entryway and still quickly grab your coat and bag before you head out the door, because you told your friends you were on the way five minutes ago...whoops!
Promising review: "I am chronically cold and have a bunch of very nice knit cardigans. I usually end up leaving them laying over chair backs or recliners and cluttering things up, so I bought these to have a good place to hang them. The thick wood prevents stretching damage from the weight of the sweaters, and not using a hook prevents damage and holes in the knit. Definitely worth the upgrade." —Amazon Customer
Get a set of two from Amazon for $16.99+ (also available in wood beech).
34. A floating shelf that will transform all your favorite novels and cookbooks into works of art you can enjoy every single day because, let's be honest, are you really ever going to get around to reading them?
Promising review: "These are so much fun! We ordered the small size, which fits standard hardback books (approximately five to seven hardbacks, in my experience). They're a great way to add some extra storage to our very small home, and we've placed them in our hallway so people ask us about them all the time. I'd highly recommend!" —LaBuenaVidaMere
Get it from Amazon for $19.01+ (available in four sizes and variations and in silver and white).
35. A double hand towel holder to make it very clear where guests can dry their hands instead of having them look around, get too scared to make the wrong decision, and wipe them on their pants instead.
Promising review: "I purchased this for hand towels in the bathroom. It's sturdy. It does not rust or show signs of it being cheap. It’s bigger than I expected and can easily fit four hand towels. It looks nice in the bathroom and looks way more expensive than what it was bought for. I have gotten compliments on it. I'm very glad I bought it and have recommended it to others." —Valerie P
Get it from Amazon for $19.39 (available in three colors).
36. A set of remote-controlled adhesive puck lights that'll help transform your kitchen into something you've only dreamed about. If under-cabinet lighting was on your wish list (right under heated floors), this is a cheap way to achieve the same effect. The lights can be secured with screws or 3M adhesive strips and have dimmable options you can control from anywhere with the remote.
Plus, reviewers point out that since these work by battery, they'll still light up even if the power is out!
Promising review: "They’re perfect for my small kitchen. They come with double-sided 3M adhesive and screws as options for installing. The remote control is easy to use and can turn on single lights depending on how you point it. You can also turn the lights on manually by clicking the top. These pictures are with two lights at 100 brightness." —Ariana from Jacksonville, FL
Get a set of three from Wayfair for $19.99.
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