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1. Peel-and-stick wallpaper to transform your refrigerator and other boring appliances into funky accent pieces. This wallpaper is steam- and moisture-resistant, so go ahead and slap it on the dishwasher, too.
Promising review: "Such a fun print! I used this on a couple of dressers I was refinishing. The paper is very forgiving. I was able to adjust it several times and have it stick perfectly. The pattern is very easy to line up, too. I was surprised by how few air bubbles I got. Regular wallpaper was never this easy! The color is more of a cream and black, but it worked great for my projects. I am looking for something else I can add wallpaper to now!” —Cdeckro
Price: $34.00
2. A spoon rest for addressing the question, "Where do I put this ladle in between stirs?" once and for all. This spoon rest's stoneware construction makes it durable and long-lasting — and it's dishwasher-safe, so it's easier to keep clean than your stove top.
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3. A Brita on-faucet filtration system to make getting great-tasting water as easy as turning on the tap.
This filtration system is quick and easy to install — no tools required. It'll reduce 99% of any water contaminants like lead, chlorine, and asbestos(!), and 100% of the single-use water bottles you've been bulk-buying.
Price: $25.99
4. An oversized carved wood tray which — hear me out — you can hang on your range hood so it doesn't look quite so industrial. Or, y'know, use it to serve and display stuff if you're into that kind of thing.
Promising review: "Absolutely love this! Used this for my dining table and it looks gorgeous! I layer a jute charger plate on top of it for texture. It is nice and heavy and you can tell it’s made well. For the price, this is amazing! I saw similar products elsewhere for double the cost.” —Kristal189
Price: $39.99
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5. A cute valance curtain to brighten up your window and mood.
This curtain's sunflower print design filters lights while simultaneously providing a very slim area of privacy.
Price: $13.99
6. Barn pendant ceiling lamps that'll bring a minimalist look and focused lighting to your counter space, or makeshift operating table. (Teddy needs his eye sewn back on!)
This rustic-inspired lamp is easy to install and height-adjustable via the cord stopper.
Price: $63.99
7. An over-cabinet door storage basket/trash can to free up some space elsewhere — and to hide your baking disasters from judge-y eyes.
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8. A kitchen island for additional counter space, storage, and opportunities to show off your great taste in bowls.
This glass door-wood top piece of moveable furniture comes with a towel bar, one drawer, three hooks, and four shelves. Available in shell or gray.
Promising review: "Very sturdy! We needed some extra counter space and thought it would be perfect! Assembly was relatively easy. Once assembled, this piece is very sturdy! I was pleasantly surprised. I don't expect assemble-yourself stuff to be very sturdy. I was happy with the weight limits on the shelves, too. Definitely would buy this piece again!” —Chichiwvu
Price: $290
9. A small jute rope basket to serve as a cozy way to cover your coffee machine when you're not using it — should that ever happen. Of course, the handles at the top make it convenient for carrying the coffee maker or what-have-you around your home, too.
Promising review: "Don't hesitate to buy! Such amazing quality! It’s a nice small basket with endless possibilities!” —Target customer
Price: $8.99
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10. Themed artwork that'll complement the framed picture of a TV you have in the living room (kidding...maybe?). This print is framed in wood and ready to hang.
11. A chambray apron to protect your formalwear from foodstuffs and spills. (What, you don't cook in a tuxedo?!) Adjustable straps and 100% cotton will keep you comfortable and clean.
12. A clear glass vase (or three) that'll add a touch of whatever — coffee beans, dried flowers, fairy lights, actual fairies — to your space.
Available in four sizes, from small to "xtra large."
Promising review: "Great quality and goes with everything! Absolutely love these glass jars! They are a little pricey but honestly I haven't seen anything else like these with the clearness of the glass and shape and choice of sizes.” —MizzyNM
Price: $14.99+ (available in four colors)
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13. Bar stools to give looky-loos a place to perch while you're preparing dinner. These wooden counter stools have curved saddle seats and come in natural, black, and brown.
14. Backsplash wallpaper that'll give your kitchen more of a farmhouse look and less of a Jackson Pollock splatter painting look.
This painted brick-inspired wallpaper is peel-and-stick, making it easy to place and replace.
Price: $40.49
15. A kitchen rug to bring a cheerful vibe to your food prep space. This rug's medium-pile construction makes it easy to clean, plus its nonskid latex backing makes it hard to slide around on your hardwood floor.
Promising review: "Love this mat! This is really cute and I love it. Really brings my kitchen together. It's very soft. I have had issues before with my cats scratching at kitchen mats but I have no problem with this one. I have made plenty of messes (pasta sauce, juice) on this mat and it always comes clean.” —targee
Price: $15.99
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16. A bar cart for...coffee stuff! This metal, wood, and leather cart is attractive, sturdy, and very mobile, but not appropriate for scooting your kids or pets in.
17. An under-cabinet light to showcase how clean your counters are. This wireless LED light comes with a remote to control the level of brightness and to set "off" timers.
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18. A stainless-steel trashcan with removable inner buckets that'll make sorting and taking out the garbage and recycling easier than dumping everything out onto the floor and picking out the bottles. This stylish can features odor filters to neutralize the smell of day-old banana peels, among other olfactory assaults.
19. An espresso maker for when you just can't go back to the coffee shop where your ex works. This machine accommodates single shots, double shots and easy-serving espresso pods and has a cappuccino system with a manual frother for lattes and other milky concoctions.
Promising review: "This is a great starter espresso machine. I wanted a way to make my espresso shots and caffè mocha at home. I use this multiple times a day and love it. I would definitely buy this again." —Target customer
Price: $128.99
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20. A set of matching mixing bowls to replace the rando assortment of plastic containers you've been using up 'til now.
This three-piece dishwasher-safe bowl set consists of 1.5-, 3-, and 5-quart insulated mixing bowls with nonslip handles and nonskid bottoms.
Price: $59.99
21. A knife set for most if not all of your cutting needs.
The Ginsu Kiso 14-piece set is dishwasher-safe and includes a santoku knife, chef's knife, boning knife, steak knife, shears, and a natural wood storage block (not for cutting).
Price: $59.99
22. An automatic can opener to replace the hand-operated opener, Swiss Army knife, or Popeye-strong forearms you've been using. This model features one-touch operation, though that doesn't include the touches necessary to put the can on or take it off the opener.
Available in black or white.
Promising review: "Sleek look, easy to use, and all from a company that builds great, reliable products. I bought this because I have owned one of their coffee makers for 15 years and it is still working." —Frugal Shopper
Price: $19.99
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23. A hand blender for making smoothies, milkshakes, soups, and more. Think of it as a magic wand, and its magic is turning solids into liquids. This model has a variable-speed trigger switch for flexibility and control, plus a removable pan guard to help protect your cookware from overenthusiastic blending.
Promising review: "Love this! Works awesome for milkshakes and to mix up my coffee drinks, adds a froth just like the fancy coffee shops. So happy I made this purchase!" —Target customer
Price: $49.99
24. A sink caddy to house your dish brushes and sponges somewhere other than behind the faucet. Four suction cups and a wire ledge hanger form a secure, no-slip grip.
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25. A three-speed blender for big or specific chopping jobs — like getting your salsa to a consistency slightly chunkier than purée. Customize your blends with three food modes (smoothie, shake, and food chop) and three texture settings (thin, medium, and thick), plus manual settings for more control.
Promising review: "I bought this blender-food processor to replace a broken blender. It is powerful and quick — much quicker than me cutting and dicing. I have used it in the last three weeks for smoothies, guacamole, chopped and slicing veggies, blending materials for creamy soup (hot), and chopping salads. It is a workhorse. So far, I love this machine!" —LD
Price: $79.99
26. A cookware set with pretty much everything you need — plus some stuff you're better off having and not needing than needing and not having. This 22-piece ceramic, nonstick cookware set includes all the essentials, so it's perfect for a new kitchen or to replace all your hand-me-down pots, pans, and implements.
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27. An anti-fatigue floor mat so standing at the stove stirring risotto for half an hour doesn't feel like such a slog. This thick, durable mat is made with ergo foam that will not bottom out — unlike that memory foam pillow you've been standing on.
28. A traditional teakettle to pretty up your stovetop and occasionally pour boiling water out of. This teakettle does, in fact, whistle when your water is ready. It also has a stay-cool handle and knob to keep your hands burn-free (hopefully).
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29. A Dutch oven for braising meat, cooking soups and stews, and, yes, baking sourdough bread. This enameled cast-iron pot is oven-safe to 500 degrees F.
30. A roll-out caddy to give your condiments a fun little ride in and out of the fridge.
This fridge caddy is adjustable with two dividers to create compartments and has handles — it's made to carry to and from the kitchen counter or table!
Price: $14.99
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31. A utensil set that'll ensure all your kitchen tools match and aren't lost somewhere in between the stove and the refrigerator. This 30-piece set includes a cutting board, corkscrew, measuring cups, tongs — even a pizza cutter!
Promising review: "My fiancé and I recently moved out and while we've added kitchen utensils to our registry, we wanted to start cooking in our own place as soon as possible. I can definitely see myself getting a ton of use out of everything. I think I've used just about everything in the set." —Heather
Price: $20.00
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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