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1. A pair of blinking doll eye earrings sure to creep out whoever you're having a conversation with as they move to follow their gaze.
Haley Lane Art is a Kansas City, Missouri–based small biz that specializes in creepy cute accessories.
Promising review: "I love these earrings lol. Everyone at work has commented on them and I get some funny reactions. They move like doll eyes do, and they're super lightweight. They do make a bit of noise from the movement when you walk or move your head but it's nothing horrible. They came packaged wonderfully and the handwritten note was so sweet :)" —Hannah
Get them from Haley Lane Art on Etsy for $9.99.
2. A decorative cat towel that'll silently watch you microwave your day-old pizza or scroll TikTok on the toilet.
Promising review: "I did not buy this to actually use as a towel. To me it doesn’t seem like it would be good at serving this purpose as the material is not very absorbent, however it is great for decoration purposes. It is really, really adorable! I love how there’s little snap buttons to keep it in place. I highly recommend this as a decorative gift for the cat lover in your life or for yourself if you love kitties! Great purchase!" —Crystal
Get it from Amazon for $14.26+ (available in 28 designs).
3. A blackhead-removing toy you can pick and prod with tweezers like you're performing surgery alongside your Grey's Anatomy colleagues. But for real, it helps if you're prone to picking your skin or pulling out hair when you're stressed!!
Promising review: "I have trichotillomania and really love these little guys. They help refocus my habit and the pull is very satisfying and realistic. I've had to repurchase already, and I'll reorder more in the future. Can't recommend these enough, as I've been searching for this type of tool for a long time." —Danika Hill
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in 11 styles and packs of one, two, or three).
4. An epic shower curtain that shows the natural animal hierarchy at play. Let's hope my cats never come across a trident!
5. An admittedly questionable but inarguably hilarious toothpaste cap for anyone whose top four favorite movies include Shrek, Shrek 2, Shrek the Third, and Shrek Forever After.
CasualChicken is a small business based in Irvine, California, that sells an array of unique 3D printed items.
Promising review: "My order came well packaged and on time. Gifted it to my friend and she thinks it is hilarious." —Grace
Get it from CasualChicken on Etsy for $9.99.
6. An imitation pimple-popping toy that's been ingeniously designed so you can poke, prod, and pick without touching your own face. Reviewers say that fake-pus-filled silicone ~feels~ like oily skin.
Promising review: "Perfect for the gross out factor alone! Not quite a perfect simulation of popping a good zit (you have to push from the back a bit) but it’s definitely effective when you get the technique down! Plus side — you don’t have to clean the bathroom mirrors after using this!" —Matthew D Wilgers
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
7. 101 Ways to Know If Your Cat is French — the perfect book to leave out on your coffee table or the back of your toilet. A bit of a spoiler: If your cat shouts "Vive la Révolution" on Bastille Day... they're defs French.
Promising review: "When your kitty sleeps, does he lay like a loaf or curl up like a croissant? Does he have a certain je ne sais quoi? Well, purr-haps he's secretly Purr-isian! Okay, maybe your cat's not French... maybe you don't even have a cat... but if you're looking for a light read that will put a smile on your face each time you turn the page, this book will not disappoint. Filled with adorable photos and illustrations of cats donning berets and voguing for the camera, 101 Ways To Know If Your Cat Is French offers a unique and engaging look at our feline friends." —Seahorse
Get it from Amazon for $15.73.
8. An uncanny valley-esque piggy bank that will either delight you or come for you in the middle of a sleep paralysis episode. It's really a toss-up — just don't say we didn't warn you.
The money-eating piggy bank accepts all standard change and it'll automatically open its mouth when it senses your hand.
Promising reviews: "This thing legitimately gave me a bit of anxiety when I first unboxed it. It was way creepier than expected. I think it might help me not be afraid of this one doll in my house I have nightmares about. This is much worse. I wouldn't recommend this for kids at all, but as a gag gift or interrogation tool I would say go for it." —mysticalkiwi
"Pink and horrifying. Right up my alley. I love this sucker. It sits there and judges me. It's sitting here and judging me now while I write this. 10/10 great companion, just don't get on its bad side." —Delaney Gillpatrick
Get it on Amazon for $16.99 (available in three colors).
9. A Bob the Builder-looking saw knife with the power to cut through any cake you put in front of it. No matter how many ganache-filled layers, you won't even break a sweat.
Promising review: "I get so many laughs and compliments when I bust this thing out to slice a birthday cake! I got it for my baby girl's 1st birthday party (on Halloween!) and I relish any opportunity to use it. It's so much fun! It's also lightweight and easy to clean. It doesn't take up much drawer space, and it's not much larger than a proper kitchen knife." —Heather David
Get it from Amazon for $8.48.
10. A set of Porta Potty shot glasses that are straight up disgusting but also so fun. Just don't think too much while you use them.
Promising review: "They are a pair of shot glasses in shape of Porta Potties so it got the expected laugh and enjoyment when picked at the White Elephant office party. They were 'stolen' a couple of times, so turned out to be quite popular. Pick a pair for your next gag gift party...they will be a hit!" —Thor
Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.99.
11. An Executive Producer Dick Wolf keychain if Law and Order: SVU's iconic intro (you know — "DUN DUN") plays in your mind on an infinite loop.
Twisted Egos is a West Hollywood-based small biz that specializes in enamel pins, patches, accessories, and wearable art.
Promising review: "This shipped really fast! I absolutely love it, definitely my new favorite keychain. Dun dun." —Jen Horton
Get it from Twisted Egos on Etsy for $9.
12. A chonky seal pillow — it won't judge you when you wake up at 1 p.m. and then climb back into bed with your leftover Domino's.
Promising review: "I love him. Like all things in life he has imperfections but that’s what makes him him. He is very cute very soft. he did come in a vacuum-sealed bag but I personally don’t have a problem with that because why waste resources with a bigger bag when he can fit in a small one just fine? To fluff him up I threw him in the dryer for 15 minutes. Bam, good as new. Love it. Only bad is he’s tiny but I’m ok with that. He is loved in this home even with his uneven facial features." —Kaitlyn
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three sizes).
13. A hard-boiled egg holder that's poised to turn your morning meal into a knight in shining armor. Even if this Humpty Dumpty takes a fall, his protective helmet will keep him safe and sound.
Promising review: "I bought this for my wife's birthday and she absolutely loved it! She loves whimsy and this really struck a chord with her. I put a soft-boiled egg in it and she was grinning the entire time she was eating it. As far as being 'practical'; well, what can I say, but it beats chasing a soft-boiled egg around a slick dinner plate..." —UrbanDad
Get it from Amazon for $13.90.
14. A pair of bread slippers sure to keep your toes nice and warm — just like a fresh loaf from the oven.
Promising review: "I saw this on Facebook a while back and could NOT stop laughing about the pun.... loafers!!!!! Then I happened upon them on Amazon, and I just had to. They are super soft to the touch. Super happy with this purchase!" —Rose Ingraffia
Get them from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three unisex sizes).
15. A pair of straight-up *genius* AirPod earrings — your choice of zip-tie style posts or chained pearl posts — if you're the type who gets nervous about losing an earbud when you're out and about. (It's me — I'm that type. Have I ever lost an AirPod to the subway tracks? No. Do I still live in fear of it happening? Yes.)
Both earrings come from small businesses. The first is courtesy of Shanghai-based Apex Studio SH while the latter is from Ming Liu HK.
Promising review (for the zip-tie style): "I love them! So unique. The delivery is so fast. Will definitely come back soon!" —Michi
Get them both from Etsy; the first from Apex Studio SH for $15.99 (originally $19.99; available in three finishes) and the second from Ming Liu HK for $10.90.
16. A shrimp-shaped travel pillow that will be ready and waiting in the wings for your next big trip.
Promising reviews: "Well, I bought 12 of these when I was drunk...wasn't expecting to spend $416 on a gaggle of neck pillows, but the look you get in the airport and the thanks you receive from children you gift them to is priceless LOL." —Tyler Troup
"What's not to like about this? Gave it as a gift and the look of puzzled shock was priceless. The next day, it was in use in the car. Terrifyingly beautiful!" —Eric L.
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
17. An animal-shaped stapler so every time you staple something, you can say "munch, munch, munch!" as if your desk pet is enjoying a lil' treat.
18. A pair of prism spectacles for the partner that always has a boatload of work to get done but just can't drag themselves out of bed... Now, they can still clock in or finish that essay they've been dragging their feet on without even sitting upright.
Promising review: "I didn't know what I was missing until I used this. My life is now complete. If you enjoy comfort and lazy binge-watching but don't care how ridiculous you look wearing these, then you have found Nirvana. My glasses fit in these just fine. Takes a minute to get used to, then it becomes your reason to live. Expect people to laugh at you, but forgive them for they know not what they are missing." —Michael Boyd
Get them from Amazon for $11.88.
19. A silicone crab utensil holder that'll triumphantly hold your spoon over its head so it doesn't melt on the side of your stove while you're cooking.
Promising review: "Probably the coolest holder I have ever seen. Bought it for my wife and she loves it and thinks it's cute. I laugh when I look at it, just cool as all! Hangs on all of our pots and pans, stays cool. Easy to clean and looks awesome. Great addition to any kitchen. Works great, does exactly what it is intended to do!" —Logan E.
Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (also available in blue).
20. A pug with a measuring tape for a tongue if you're always losing your regular old measuring tape because it's boring and who really cares where you put it... Meanwhile, this will be like a desk pet!
Promising review: "It’s super cute. I keep it at work so when someone has randomly needed a tape measure I just hand them the dog and they’re confused. Now, grown men come to my office to ask to borrow my pug and it’s funny. Worth it." —Candyse F.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
21. A stress-relieving Dammit doll made to be slammed in doors, driven over with your car, and shaken to no end because c'mon, everyone has had one of those days where they just need to take their frustration out on an inanimate object.
Promising review: "This doll is amazing! Not only did it help me through holiday shopping, it helped me survive election commercials! It's small enough to take anywhere you might experience stress: your job, grocery store, dentist, Department of Motor Vehicles, parent/teacher conferences and waiting in line to vote! It fits right into my purse so I can quickly grab it when someone drives too slow in front of me or when I get pulled over for my right tail-light out. I love that it fits nicely on the night stand to conveniently grab when hubby snores! I can't think of a better gift for friends, teachers, or people you purposely annoy. And it's VERY VERY durable! I use it at least 25 times a day and the seams are just fine!" —William Imand
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in packs of one, two, three, four, five, or six).
22. A 'Rocktopus' fidget toy that has absolutely no reason to exist but here we are and I'm intrigued.
7 Printz is a London–based small 3D print shop from Simar Singh.
Promising review: "The Rocktopus arrived today and we love him! The finish is very high quality — much more smoothly finished than a lot of 3D print stuff. The legs are really nicely articulated and the movement is really smooth and fluid. Excellent, high-quality build!" —Andrea Johnson
Get it from 7 Printz on Etsy for $10.05+ (available in 19 colors).
23. A pallet full of itty bitty bebe cinderblocks if you're SO over work that you would rather do anything else — like, say, start a construction project.
Acacia Grove is a Rochester, NY–based small biz that specializes in miniature building materials.
Promising review: "I love having this on my desk. I ordered a 24 pack, but have decided I like it best with 12 blocks, so I ordered a second pallet." —Carolyn Finney
Get it from Acacia Grove on Etsy for $9.79+ (available in packs of 6, 12, 24, 48, 120, and with or without a pallet).
24. A witchy spine candle that looks like something a serial killer would have in their house but also imagine how cool it'll look when it starts to melt and pool wax!
25. Some dill pickle lip balm because, look, your lips are ALWAYS chapped and if you're gonna lick them 24/7 anyways, they may as well taste like you just had an original Chick-fil-A sandwich.
Blue Poppy Bath is a Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin–based small biz with all sorts of body scrubs, lotions, salves, and shower steamers.
Promising review: "Just what you’d expect. Great quality lip balm and smells like a pickle!" —Shannon Green
Get it from Blue Poppy Bath on Etsy for $3.89.
26. A snail hand soap dispenser if you're sick of regular ol' bottles of Dial but you aren't the ~aesthetic~ type who's into refillable amber glasses, either.
Promising review: "In the week or so I've had this thing it has brought me so much joy. I'm always so excited for my snail to vomit on my dish scrubber, or my hand. It's surprising how such a simple soap dispenser has changed my whole family's life for the better. This was once a house where dishes were a hated chore. Now, it's a blood bath to get anywhere near the legendary 🐌." —Zoe Scoville
Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three colors).
27. An upcycled Skyline chili candle for Cincy transplants who could use a little piece of home. Fortunately (or unfortunately, if you're a weirdo), it doesn't *smell* like chili, though.
Put a Wick in It Candles is a Charleston, West Virginia–based small biz with all sorts of upcycled kitschy candles.
Promising review: "Niece loved her candle. As gross as it sounds, she was a bit disappointed it didn't smell like Skyline Chili LOL. She will be fine, though. Awesome little gift for a Cincinnati lover." —Hayley Lett
Get it from Put a Wick in It Candles for $15.99 (available in 30 scents).
28. A mullet coloring book if you're looking for a hands-on activity you can do while you sit in front of the TV. Mandala coloring books are fun and all but they can't compete with mullets.
Promising review: "Some pretty funny mullets in here. And if I'm going to be putting time and effort into a coloring book, then the book needs to be match that with some fun art, and I think this book does a pretty good job of it. For me, the key to these Amazon coloring books is to use craft foam padding beneath the paper to get a smoother surface with color pencils. Also try it with a sheet of notebook paper in between to make sure you don't poke through the paper. If you just put color pencil straight to the printed page without padding you might not like the results. The picture I uploaded of the woman also has some Blender Marker on the skin to blend even better. My Funky George picture is color pencil for the face and marker for the rest.If I'm doing alcohol marker, I find it looks very dark until it dries some. So I like to let base coats dry and build from there, with some drying layers and mixing regular marker blends with some hatch marks later." —1Quantum
Get it from Amazon for $7.88.
29. A banana duck figurine if your favorite kind of decor is that which makes your guest do a double take.
Promising review: "This perfect little desk ornament for my office gets tons of laughs and compliments. Big fan, but the look in its eyes shows that it has more to be discovered. Will update when it finally reveals its secrets to me." —D Wuller
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in five styles).
30. And a teensy tiny Troll Doll (with a rhinestone belly button???) you can put on your desk and look to whenever you need to take a break from the Excel sheet you're combing and/or email you're drafting.
Get it from Amazon for $8.74.
31. And a pair of lobster house shoes that you'll probably buy as a joke but then find yourself wearing nonstop.
Promising review: "I thought these were the silliest slippers I had seen a while and that my wife would get a kick out of them. She did! She's been wearing them since I took them out of the box." —A. Proctor
Get them from Amazon for $19.99 (available in six unisex sizes).
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