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1. A miniature Starbies cup that clips onto your air vent, offering a handy hook for accessories, masks, and air fresheners.
Get it from ArtstudioSoom on Etsy for $4.99.
2. A pair of elastic shoelaces so you can put on sneakers in a snap — even if you're wearing boots or high-top Converse.
Promising review: "I hate tying my shoes. I really do. As a result, I don't really stray from slip-ons, flats, flip-flops etc... These made it so sneakers are part of my world again. I know it seems like a little thing, but these made me so happy." —Amazon Customer
Get them from $11.99 (available in 35 colors).
3. A nostalgic turtle sandbox pin with a swiveling top to reveal sand and toys underneath.
Also consider: crab sandbox pin.
Get it from TokuArtsCo on Etsy for $14.99.
4. A pack of glittery highlighters for people who want some extra ~oomph~ when they highlight a really juicy part of their textbook.
Promising review: "They were complete eye candy 🍬 They are beautifully smooth and perfect. The Japanese Zebra brand has never disappointed me, and I am truly grateful. 👊❤️🔥" —Junkie4fitness
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $7.
5. A Happy Meal crossbody bag that sadly isn't full of fries...unless you add some...?
Get it from BoxLunch for $39.90.
6. A pair of llama mop slippers so you can clean your floors as you shuffle around in the morning. Their cute faces might even brighten your day.
Get them from Amazon for $18.72.
7. A container of E.l.f.'s Poreless Putty Primer that is a vegan and cruelty-free cult favorite. It both moisturizes and primes skin for easy makeup application, and impressively has 20,000+ positive ratings, so you know it's worth checking out.
Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok and for $8 thought I'd take a chance. I have sensitive skin and have to watch what I use. I LOVE this product! Goes on smooth and you don't need to use a lot. I put it on before I put on my foundation. Makes a huge difference. Highly recommend and will buy again!!" —Brooks Crim
Get it from Amazon for $9.
8. A set of plush cat toys featuring all the bready faves — pretzel, croissant, baguette, cinnamon roll, seeded roll, and a slice of bread — so you can pretend you're at a fancy bakery with your cat.
Promising review: "Sturdy, cute, and my cat actually likes them! I have the pickiest, grumpiest, old man of a cat who doesn't ever want to play with toys. I've been trying out different types of toys to see if maybe he'd finally take a liking to something. As soon as I took the croissant out of the package he grabbed it and started swatting it around the room. I'm so happy! Gotta keep the old kitties active and entertained!" —Angelo
Get a set of six from Amazon for $15.99.
9. A traffic cone toilet brush for people looking to have a little fun with their bathroom but are not interested in weird signs about sprinkling where you tinkle.
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $39.
10. A roll of washi tape with a continuous line of colorful die-cut cats. Meow that's what I call incredible stationery!
Little Otsu is a family- and Asian-owned small business based in Portland, Oregon.
Get it from Little Otsu for $5.
11. A ceramic diffuser shaped like a cute animal enjoying a nice soak. How relaxing!
Promising review: "It's the perfect size for personal use...because there are sensitive noses in my office, this is great for my desk. Love that I can diffuse oils for my personal consumption." —Patricia Ornellas
Get it from Amazon for $15.75 (available in four animals).
12. A bear-y nice under-eye stick to soothe puffiness and dark circles. If a beauty item isn't shaped like an animal, is it even worth getting?
Promising review: "Saw this in a BuzzFeed article and was intrigued. The blurb was interesting and the reviews were correct: this helps my tired eyes with just a swipe under each eye. My puffy eyes aren't so puffy and my face feels less tense. I keep it in the refrigerator, too, which adds to the cooling effect. I also swipe it over my eyelids, which relaxed me before bed. Will definitely purchase again." —S. B.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
13. A beautiful jigsaw puzzle that, despite the challenging design, only has 208 pieces so you can knock it out in an afternoon.
Goodift is an Asian- and woman-owned small business run by a husband and wife team.
Get it from Goodfit for $26.
14. A Garligator garlic press so you don't have to shed tears (crocodile or otherwise) about having to chop garlic.
Get it from Amazon for $14.95.
15. A pair of paperclip necklaces made for layers. One is a simple chain while the other comes with the initial of your choice.
Promising review: "This was the perfect gift for a beloved niece. Personalized, gorgeous, and incredibly affordable. This necklace is two-in-one. I love the layered look, and she can wear them together or separate, as the two pieces are not physically connected to each other. I loved it so much, I want to get one for myself!" —J.McKenna
Get them from Amazon for $14.99 (available in three finishes and 26 letters).
16. A trio of glass candle holders to add a pop of color to your dinner table. Where were these when I was planning my wedding???
17. A box of bubble wrap sheets to proudly display wherever someone more sensible might put a tissue box.
Get it from Amazon for $7.97.
18. A waffle sponge and matching maple syrup body wash so you can live out everyone's dream of combining showers and breakfast.
19. A jiggly soap frog that's vegan, peppermint-scented, and the perfect pal to hang out with you while you brush your teeth.
Frolic Creations is a small business based in Florida.
Get it from Frolic Creations on Etsy for $14.99.
20. A six-pack of lip balms with lil' flowers inside that they'll never use, lest they risk disrupting the flower.
Promising review: "These lipsticks are so cute and so magical. The color that mine settles on my lips is subtle and not very dramatic. It almost gives me the feeling of wearing lip balm, which is my go-to for all things lips, so this was perfect!" —Daisy L. Alvarez
Get them from Amazon for $11.99.
21. A Tonymoly Mushroom Sugar Scrub made with strawberry seeds, sugar, and mushroom extract to smooth and soften skin — and make you feel like a little elf doing their skincare routine in the forest.
Promising review: "New favorite scrub! Dudes, it's got real strawberry seeds. The fine sugar and the thick glycerin texture make this a very gentle scrub that leaves your skin moisturized. I'm sure those seeds don't really add to the exfoliating, but come on, proper seeds, it's too cute. I can see myself using this up fairly quickly, as it's the first thing I reach for when my skin feels dull or flaky. The smell is heavy and sweet, like strawberry syrup, but doesn't linger on skin after rinsing." —autumn
Get it from Amazon for $16.50.
22. A cannon toy capable of smothering victims in a torrent of bubbles — dogs and children won't know what hit them.
Promising review: "I got this bubble gun for my friend's little boy for his birthday. There were a ton of kids, so I thought it would be the perfect addition. The package comes with a ton of bubbles to use. The set up was quick and easy. You do have to refill the bubbles after each pull of the trigger but it was such a hit at the party. We turned the lights off so the kids could see the fun lights! Totally recommend! All the adults said they wanted one for themselves, lol." —maegan fasnacht
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in three colors).
23. A sardine trinket dish because tinned fish are so trendy, they've upgraded from dinner table to coffee table.
Get it from Amazon for $18.95 (also available in watermelon, casino, and butterfly styles).
24. A super cute portable paint palette set so you can watercolor en plein air.
You'll get 18 colors (including two white).
Promising review: "Colors are vibrant and opaque, while still drying matte. They're easily workable and the inclusion of two white pans is a huge plus for me, as it's always the color that goes first! The palette itself is durable and well-made, snapping tightly into place when you're ready to store your paints. At first I was concerned about the colors drying, but frankly there's so much paint that I don't see that happening anytime soon as long as I continue to spritz them with water and stir them a bit occasionally. My favorite aspect of this palette is the amount of paint in each cup, I often find myself being afraid to waste paint with my more expensive tube gouache, but that's not an issue at all with this palette. Overall, this is an amazing palette for people who are learning gouache, and experienced artists alike. It gives you a genuine gouache experience, and lends itself to lots of experimentation without fear of wasting expensive paint." —analee
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
25. A mini desktop dog park because dog parks are the best places on earth so having one nearby could only help.
Promising review: "This is the perfect addition to my desk. Great conversation piece. Each pup is cuter than the other. Love it!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $9.85.
26. A super satisfying-to-squeeze stress ball in one of three Nickelodeon-esque shapes. Squeeze 'em like it's 1999!
Promising review: "I got the green splotch and it's 100% worth the extra cost compared to other stress balls. The extra arms on it help me for when I'm feeling fidgety, and the center helps for when I'm feeling stressed and need something to squeeze. Also love that the material really stays true about having no residue which is a huge pet peeve of mine with most stress balls. Overall, love it and even recommended it to my coworker." —ND
Get it from Amazon for $24.95.
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