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Dyespin is a Missouri-based Etsy shop that sells everything you need to hand dye textiles. They have special detergents, soda ash, tie-dye kits, and a whole bunch of plain totes and apparel to get you started.
Promising review: "Absolutely amazing! The quality of the dye is fantastic. Customer service is great. He messaged me to give me a pdf on how to tie-dye and on immersion dyeing. My clothes are GORGEOUS." —Amanda
Get it from Dyespin on Etsy for $3.95+ (available in 46 colors).
To make things even easier, put your matched pairs into the sock holders before throwing them in the hamper. That way, you can throw them right in the wash without any extra work.
Promising review: "I love these discs. No more lost socks! They take a couple seconds to apply, but my socks come out clean, dry, and ready to fold. They're actually a time saver because you don’t have to search the whole laundry bin. Each sock is paired and ready to go." —G. J. Kleinpell
Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three shapes).
Promising review: "Fantastic dog grooming aid! Our older rescue dog isn't too keen on the routine dog brushing stuff, but her thick coat really needs the grooming — this dog grooming glove is the exact right answer. Put the glove on, pet the dog, and all that loose hair comes away leaving her coat feeling so much smoother and softer, without causing her to be nervous or upset over a brushing. Highly recommend, and yes I'm going to be ordering as gifts for a couple of other dog owners I know!" —DSP
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
What's included: A Burst Sonic Toothbrush, toothbrush head (with charcoal bristles that'll keep your teeth pearly white), USB wall adapter, and USB charging base. A travel case is sold separately.
Promising review: "My teeth are so clean they squeak now! I would eat off of my own teeth if they were a floor and my food fell on them! That's how clean they are! I wish everything was as clean as my teeth feel!" —Lisa D.
Get it from Burst Oral Care for $69.99+ (available in three colors).
The cloth has a gentle side for makeup remover and a side with longer fibers that are great for exfoliation. Before use, simply soak it in warm water.
Promising review: "I purchased this based on some positive reviews, and they can't even touch how amazing this product is. This product seriously does what it says — it erases makeup! I could not believe the way it removed my makeup the first time I used it! You use it for a week, toss it in the wash, and use it again. I was wondering how it would clean up in the laundry, and it looked brand new — no mascara was left after it went through the wash. It is amazing and if you're considering purchasing it — do it! No more chemicals to remove that makeup!" —StaceyB
Get it from Amazon for $20.
The 1-pound appliance has room for six eggs and an auto-shutoff function which prevents overcooking.
Promising review: "I love hard-boiled eggs for protein, especially when I’m on the go as a student/worker, but it’s hard to wait for the water to boil then put In the eggs and get ready all at the same time. This cooker is amazing!! Saves me time, it’s quick and I don’t have to watch it while it cooks — I can go get ready and then I hear a loud buzzer notifying me when the eggs are done! (The buzzer is really loud; sounds like a basketball game buzzer.) I was surprised how fast the eggs cooked." —OnAJourney
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in five colors).
Want to know a lil' more? Read through our full review of the Dash Rapid Egg Cooker.
Humble Suds is a small cleaning brand run by two moms — Holli Schuab and Jennifer Parnell — in Evergreen, Colorado. All of their products are made from powerful, plant-based ingredients and packaged with recyclable materials. Each bottle of their pet-safe, non-toxic concentrate can fill a 32-ounce bottle once mixed with water.
Promising review: "I just received my order. I’m so thrilled to find alternatives to chemical cleaners. And these smell FANTABULOUS!!! Even drinkable, though I won’t of course. I’ve already been going around the kitchen and bathroom spraying things to wipe down. Mmmm! Thank you for these super safe and super refreshing cleaners. Oh, and THANK YOU for the freebie 🎁 ~ the laundry soap sample!!! Totally unexpected delightful surprise!!! I’m looking forward to trying it." —Sandy Grugan
Get it from Humble Suds on Etsy for $12.95 (available in three scents).
The mess-free glue is super simple to use. Once opened, you have 30 minutes to mold it then once you're done, just let it set for 12 to 24 hours.
Promising review: "My laptop charger wire was starting to break, so I got some Sugru to mend the damage. Absolutely incredible product that saved me about $70 to get a new charger. The only downside is each package is not resealable. Luckily, I also had a phone cable and earphones to reinforce." —leesankwok
Get eight pieces from Amazon for $16.99 (available in seven color combinations).
Promising review: "It's such a simple idea, but effective. I have no idea why this didn't come out decades ago. Anyway, the small ones work great for earbud cords and the large ones for USB cords and chargers. The snaps are actually steel, which is better in my opinion. The leather is soft and flexible. I prefer these over all other cord keepers I've ever owned." —Mitch10
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sizes and six color combinations).
Bee’s Wrap is a woman-founded B corporation that's been handcrafting their eco-friendly product in Middlebury, Vermont since 2012. The company works closely with a number of environmentally conscious groups including 1% for the Planet, The Bee Cause, The Rozalia Project, and National Geographic.
Promising review: "These wraps keep all of my food fresh for several days - even fruits and veggies. They also work well for covering dishes. I love the patterns and would highly recommend them to anyone!" —Meghann R.
Get three sheets from Bee's Wrap for $18 or Amazon for $18.99.
Promising review: "This shower head has CHANGED MY LIFE. The water pressure in my prewar building is quite low and my previous shower head gave me a narrow stream of trickle that I would have to rotate my body under in order to get entirely wet. The water temperature would also vacillate widely between freezing cold and burning hot, so I was often doing a little dance to get out of its narrow stream in time to not get frozen or burned. Well, the change was immediate and phenomenal. Suddenly, I have a shower with terrific water pressure and a wide spray that is a joy to experience every morning. And although it didn't advertise this feature, the shower head has also somehow managed to even out the former temperature swings. If you are on the fence about trying this, DO IT! You will love it!" —Andy Monroe
Get it from Amazon for $20.73.
Promising review: "This product is amazing! My all time favorite foundation has been discontinued, so naturally I went out and bought a bunch of them. I want to make sure I am getting every drop of foundation I can. I was using a q-tip, but the cotton was adsorbing the foundation. At first, I thought these spatulas were kind of gimmicky, but thought it was worth a try. OMG, it’s amazing!!! I was able to get so much more foundation out of the bottle! I was able to scrape the sides so clean, you can even see through the glass bottle. I am 100% sold on these little spatulas!" —Natqall
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in two colors).
LastObject is a woman-founded Copenhagen-based brand from designer Isabel Aagaard. The small business's mission is to replace single-use products with sustainable alternatives.
Promising review: "I really appreciate this sustainable item! There’s a learning curve if you're used to using cotton swabs, but you will get used to LastSwab. And this is definitely on my gift list for giving to all my earth-loving friends 🙂🙂" —Rosalinda G.
Get it from LastObject for $12 (available in six colors and two shapes).
Promising review: "I have a pillow-top queen bed that is a little too small for king sheets and too big for queen. I struggled to keep queen sheets completely on. I was about to try to customize some king sheets because it was so frustrating. Then I saw this product advertised. It works. I was shocked. My sheets have not popped off once. To say this is life-changing is not an exaggeration. Such a relief to be able to sleep through the night without ending up in rumpled sheets." —TinkerbellAPixie
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
Yes, it's called a "wet" brush, but worry not because it works just as well on dry locks! Reviewers also say it works on all sorts of hair types from 1 (straight) to 3c (tight curls).
Promising reviews: "This brush has been a miracle for my daughter and me. With her very long, straight, and fine hair we were always struggling with knots, tangles, etc. She has a sensitive scalp too, so all that pulling was painful. The longer her hair got, the more knots appeared. I've bought so many different brushes to try to address this issue, not to mention detangler sprays and treatments, but her hair just seemed to be getting worse. A family member happened to use their Wet Brush on my daughter's hair, and voila! It's like her hair magically became manageable, finally! Now, there is no pulling, no more knots, and her hair even appears shinier. I'm blown away at what this simple brush can do." —Skylamor
"I have 3b–3c ethnic curly hair. These are awesome!!! I usually lose a ton of hair but now I lose less than 10 strands. It's amazing!! Buy them. Your hair will thank you." —Amazon Addict
Get two from Amazon for $14.30+ (available in two colors).
Also, check out our spotlight on the Wet Brush!
If you have coily or curly hair and are worried about the Wet Brush working for you, give this detangling brush a look ($8.66+ on Amazon; available in four colors). Reviewers with everything from 2C to 4C hair swear by it and mention how it's dramatically cut down on styling time and breakage.
Measure your amount of pasta using the holes in the cover (like the model is doing above), then fill with water and heat in the microwave. The container won't boil over like a pot on the stove, so you don't even have to watch it as your noods cook.
Promising review: "I love to make pasta, but hate boiling a giant pot of water on the stove just to cook it. Now, I prepare it all the time; this makes it so fast and easy! It is great for making pasta salad in the summer, when I don't want to have to turn on the stove, and is great for camping as well. I love this so much, I actually purchased one for my stepdaughter and my best friend as well. Well-made and dishwasher-safe, I have used mine for well over a year and it is still in perfect condition. Never want to be without this again!" —SpikeysMommy
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
The set comes with five different covers that range from 4 inches to 12 inches and fit on a variety of pots, pans, bowls, and Tupperware containers. They're not only safe for use in the microwave and on the stove, but also in the fridge and freezer.
Promising review: "I use these in many ways. First, I use then in the microwave. I also use it in lieu of plastic wrap when I put things in the fridge or prove dough. One is a perfect size for my KitchenAid mixer bowl. I use the small one when I want to keep my coffee warm, too. Very versatile, and I have had zero problems with them. They are unaffected by the microwave (warp or stain) and take up no space." —ScubaDeb
Get a set of five from Amazon for $17.99 (available in two colors).
The set of four dividers can fit scarves, ties, underwear, bras, and socks as seen above.
Promising review: "No matter how neatly I fold my bras and underwear, they always seem to become a big jumble in the drawer. These organizers are perfect for keeping everything in place, and you won't forget about those items you own that end up buried at the back." —M. Hanson
Get it from Amazon for $15.97 (available in seven colors).
The manufacturer suggests using the gentle formula once a week on used makeup brushes, applicators, and sponges.
Promising review: "Well, I can happily say that this cleaner does a bang-up job! My brushes were saturated with old color, to the point that I thought I might need to spring for a new set. Aside from just looking bad, though, all that old color was probably affecting pigment and application any time I used them. A little of this cleaner, a handful of seconds working it in and rinsing, and my brushes look practically as good as the day I bought them! Saved me a ton of money in new brushes, and it didn't take away from my being-lazy time!" —ysar
Get it from Amazon for $6.44.
Promising review: "I was intrigued by these so I bought them thinking I could find SOME use for them and discovered I can use them for quite a few things. They bind and hold quite well. They DO have a tendency to attach to each other, but that just means they stay together nicely. I especially like them to bind cords when I travel — they are easier than Velcro strips and don't break like rubber bands." —K. Becker
Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $19.98.
Promising review: "This has made my list of Top 5 Amazon purchases EVER. I have two Australian shepherds and make extra money by dog sitting through Rover. As you can imagine, my couch takes a lot of damage from the constant flow of pups. I had been scrubbing the spots individually as they happened with a spot treatment, but I was left with discolored and stained cushions. I also didn’t feel like the scrubbing was truly getting the couch CLEAN. These cushions have been vomited on, puked on, stepped on with muddy paws, and licked until damp (I know; disgusting). Well, I am amazed with the Bissell Little Green! I have no doubt that this purchase will be well worth the reasonable price for the use I’ll get out of it as a dog sitter. I had planned to use it as a spot cleaner (which I will), but after watched the dirty water come off of the 'clean' areas of the cushion? I’m considering just cleaning the whole couch!" —Ivy
Get it from Amazon for $109.99+ (available in three configurations).
The 12-month habit tracker is customizable with twelve lines where you can write in your own goals and then track your progress.
Promising review: "I wanted to reduce stress and nail down some habits, and I've always done better when I can see progress tangibly. I'd been eyeing this calendar for some time, but was unsure if it was worth the money. I decided to go for it. SO glad I did. It has some 'homework' pages at the beginning to help you focus in on your goals. It has helped me be more disciplined AND narrow my focus, so I'm not worrying about doing everything under the sun each day." —Flight of Stars
Get it from Amazon for $18.
The gadget not only keeps your meat submerged, but the manufacturer says it also thaws it seven times faster than other methods!
Promising review: "I am a stickler for properly defrosting meat after working in food service for years and this makes that process super easy and surprisingly quick! I've even convinced my father — a retired rocket scientist — that this is the best way to defrost." —Sarah
Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in three colors).
Promising review: "I started getting white streaks all over my dishes. That never happened before. Thought it was my detergent and changed it, but no difference. I kept getting clean dishes with this weird white film on them. I'd wash them by hand, then put them back in the dishwasher, and white film again! Then I did an internet search to figure out what was going on. I found these tablets and gave them a try! And now my dishes are back to being spotless!" —Carey Holzman
Get six tablets from Amazon for $5.33.
Since the unit has a V-grip, it can be used for jars of all sizes and even hard-to-open medicine bottles. Plus, it comes with industrial-strength so you can peel and stick it right into place if you don't want to screw it into your cabinet.
Promising review: "The opener is thin enough that when installed under a cabinet you don't see it (unless you bend down, of course). Really easy to install... all screws included and none of the screws poked through into the inside of the cabinet. First jar I tried, a large pickle jar, was so easy to open I didn't realize it had already opened it until a drop of liquid hit my finger... lol. Definitely recommend this product!" —Dagmar Spencer
Get it from Amazon for $14.95.
The portable sealers heat up on contact so there's no downtime before use. They also come with batteries so you can use them right away!
Promising review: "I couldn't wait to see if these really worked. As soon as I received them I went to work sealing bags of opened chip bags. They worked! No more stale chips. They have a built in magnet, so I can keep them handy on the fridge. I am really impressed with them. No waiting time, no buttons to mess with. Just slide the protective cover away to expose the roller and run it across what you want to seal. Easy!" —Monica
Get them from Amazon for $19.97.
This set comes with two stamps — one for your right eye and one for your left. Once you apply the wing, flip the pen over to find a fine tip applicator so you can finish off your look.
Promising review: "This thing is amaaaazing! I pretty much gave up on winged eyeliner because I just couldn’t get it right. Didn’t even know stamps existed and randomly came across this and it had good reviews so I gave it a chance. Got it in the mail and tried it right away and was sooo excited that I used the left stamp for both sides and it looked a little crooked. Then I remembered there’s a right and a left. Tried it again and it turned out beautifully. There’s just something about winged eyeliner that’s so fly. Ohhh and another thing. It’s pretty darn sturdy! I took a nap and caught myself rubbing my eye a little and thought 'dang I messed up my eyeliner' and when I got up and checked it was still in tact! It def lasts all day." —Chrissy
Get it from Amazon for $14.97+ (available in three sizes).
The BPA-free pitcher can make four servings of cold brew at a time and with whatever ground coffee you prefer. After you let it steep, a fine-mesh filter keeps the grounds from flowing into your cup.
Promising review: "This Takeya cold brew coffee jug is wonderful! I know a lot of people use Mason jars, however, I wanted something easier to grab from the fridge and more lightweight (and cheaper!). I have used Takeya products before and have been impressed with their durability as well as the easiness of cleaning them. This cold brew jug has only four pieces; the jug, the handle, the lid, and the coffee filter. The coffee filter has an extremely fine mesh and it has not let through even the finest of coffee grounds. It is really easy to clean! The filter, after filling it with your favorite coffee (I find non-flavored coffee to taste best during the cold brew process), just screws into the lid. After you have filled up the jug about 85% of the way with filter water, you place the filter (already attached to the lid) into the water filled jug and screw it on! The coffee will have a great flavor within eight hours, however, it is most potent by 24 hours and stays fresh up to 72 hours, in my opinion. Remember, you are brewing a coffee concentrate as about 1 cup of grounds are used to brew. Mix with two parts water or you will... well, be like me that didn't read the directions and was up until 3 a.m. with a caffeine high, lol. Overall, I am really pleased with this purchase!" —LiliBelle
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
Interested in reading more? Check out our full review of the cold brew maker.
Promising review: "I would rate these more than 5 stars if possible. These extenders are so much more comfortable than the kind without elastic in them. Really pleased with the quality (and quantity) included in this set. Would definitely order more in the future." —67241
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $3.99+ (available in three different size combinations)
Promising review: "I bought these refillable coffee filters over a year ago for my husband and I. We each have a coffee daily, if not two. We use them multiple times a day and this brand has outlasted others that we have purchased. Luckily, this set comes with multiple so you can rotate them pretty easily. We fill them up, empty them by tapping on the side of the garbage can (or sometimes we save the used coffee grounds and put them around our plants outside) and then rinse and wash in the sink. Don't wash them aggressively! We also will periodically run them through the dishwasher on the top rack. We haven't seen any of the netting pulling away and they still operate as if brand-new. You will not be disappointed in this brand! We love ours!" —Three Little Kittens
Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in packs of two, four, or six).
What's included: Three reusable cleaning bottles, one reusable foaming hand soap bottle, and four tablets (multi-surface, glass + mirror, bathroom, foaming hand soap).
Blueland is a woman- and minority-founded brand from Sarah Paiji Yoo. She came up with the idea after her son was born and she realized just how much plastic waste is generated from everyday items like cleaners.
I (Chelsea) recently bought this kit after thinking about it for 6+ months and I am OBsessed. You just fill the bottles with warm water (there's a designated line), pop in a tablet, and let it dissolve. It's seriously that simple. I immediately tested everything out to see how it holds up against my usual products (Mrs. Meyer's, Clorox, and Windex) and I was really pleased with the results. The most exciting thing though is how affordable it is to refresh your stock. The more tablets you buy the cheaper they are — you can get a nine-tablet refill for just $14!! If I were to buy nine new bottles of cleaner from my NYC bodega or grocery store, that'd at LEAST $45!
Get it from Blueland for $39.
PS: Reviewers also say they're a postpartum lifesaver!
Promising review: "I have a heavy flow, so I was a bit skeptical that just the underwear will be able to hold it since I have leaked through pads before. But I’m pleasantly surprised! No leaks and it’s a great feeling not having a pad on." —Kelly M.
Get them from Thinx for $42 (available in women's sizes XXS–3XL and three colors/patterns)
Promising review: "These are GREAT! First — WOW they are soooooooo soft! I feel like I’m at the spa when I wash my face. Second — They wash very well! No pilling, no stains, no shrinkage. And I love that they come with a mesh laundry bag to wash them in! Third — Amazing price for such a high quality product! Great stitch work, great size, I love the soft side and the terry cloth side, and I love the low amount of packaging. It’s VERY eco-friendly. I almost bought a different product with a pretty floral box initially, but I went with these instead. SO GLAD I did. Five stars!" —Caitlin Mills
Get it from Amazon for $8.49.
Promising review: "I think these are legit! Definitely does the job it’s supposed to do and the designs are super cute! My mom swears by these so I got her this brand as a gift to see how they do compared to the others she has! And she loves them!" —Jamiedu
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $19.87+ (available in three different styles).
The front of the notebook has a key you can use to categorize your notes (by school subject, work topic, or whatever floats your boat) and each individual page has corresponding symbols you can check off in order to organize accordingly. Once a page is filled out — with the special Pilot Frixion pen, that is — just scan the QR code in the bottom corner in order to upload it to your desired destination be it Google Drive, Microsoft OneNote, Slack, iCloud, Evernote, or Rocketbook's iOS or Android app. After you've successfully uploaded it, you can go ahead and erase the page with the included microfiber cloth.
Promising review: "This product amazed me and exceeded my expectations. It works exceptionally and as described. The Rocketbook app is so simple and easy to use. The scanning is perfect, it captures the colors, exposes the page with the right lighting, and crops and adjusts the page properly. Each scan takes less than a second, and you can combine multiple pages into one scan and upload them as one document. This is brilliant and I am so glad I purchased this product because it is perfect for school. I have seven classes and so I assigned each symbol in the notebook to my respective Google Drive folders. Some people say it's difficult to relate the symbols in the notebook to a class or something but what I did was just assign my first period class to the first symbol, second period to the second symbol, and so on. The Frixion highlighters and pens erase easily with the included cloth and anyways, the product is great, and definitely worth the money." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $22.17+ (available in two sizes and eight colors).
Jenna Kate is a Utah-based Etsy shop that sells all sorts of organizational accessories (many magnetic) from calendars and chore charts to daily planners and pen holders.
Promising review: "The perforated list separator is very nicely done, super easy to tear. Quality of paper, cardboard backing, and magnets is great. Love the free shipping, plus this item shipped SO quickly! Very happy with this purchase." —Stacy S.
Get it from Jenna Kate on Etsy for $11.69 (originally $12.99).
The Wi-Fi-enabled box self cleans, reduces litter usage up to 50%, manages odors with a carbon-filtered waste drawer, and settings can be controlled via an app on your smartphone. You can lock the buttons on the actual box so your cat doesn't mess with them; you can set a 3-, 7-, or 15-minute delay before the unit cycles (after your cat has used the box); and it'll notify you when the waste drawer needs to be manually emptied. Otherwise, just set it and forget it.
Promising review: "Hands-down best money I’ve ever spent. Less kitty litter used, no more scooping, happy kitty because her litter is always clean, no more doggie curiosity. Best invention for cat parents. My only caveat was I bought compostable trash bags to use when my original supply of Kitty Robot liners ran out. My 'hack' is that I put the entire bin inside a compostable trash bag and slide the edges of the bag under the clips near the air vent. Then, slide whole bin back in place carefully. Once it’s time to empty it, I just pull the bag and toss. Voila!" —Julieana T.
Get it from Litter-Robot for $499 (available in two colors).
Tate Krupa of The Red Swan Gift Shop (formerly The Snark Remark), sells a variety of pop culture-inspired accessories from Hocus Pocus t-shirts and Rushmore fridge magnets to Schitt's Creek greeting cards and Shrinky Dink Big Lebowski earrings.
Promising review: "I am so happy with this purchase!! It's super well made, sticks to the dishwasher with ease, and makes me giggle. This might be my favorite purchase on Etsy so far. 😅❤️" —Skitzoette
Get it from The Red Swan Gift Shop on Etsy for $7.95 (available in two sizes/designs).