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1. A colorful pan — from BuzzFeed's Goodful line — that's not just cute, but has the ability to kick all of your other dented and scratched pots to the curb as it can pan fry, sauté, sear, boil, simmer, blanche, braise, poach, deep fry, stew... and more, but I'll stop myself there.
Promising review: "I waited to write a review until I'd actually tested the pan and after using it for 2 months, I can honestly say that it is amazing! It's the best cookware product that I've ever used as it heats up evenly and cleans so easily (even the bottom of the pan still looks new). I am currently looking at other Goodful products to replace my other pots, so YES, I'd highly recommend this product!" —Johnny O
Get it from Amazon for $50.98 (available in eight colors).
2. A set of embroidered sponges with your choice of PG- or R-rated sayings that definitely won't make the dishes fun, but will probably make them more tolerable.
It comes with four sponges with different cross-stitch designs, a frame, and suction cups.
Promising review: "I love these! Especially the frame it comes with, didn’t expect that. I gave some as a gift and my parents love them so much they don't want to use them." —honest reviewer (:
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in two styles).
3. A "Noodle Monster" spaghetti container that looks like something straight out of Aaahh!!! Real Monsters and that makes my millennial heart happy.
Promising review: "I love this so much. Like, so much. The canister part is glass, which I love. It's tall enough for long pasta, but also good for macaroni. His lil' noodle noggin is plastic with a silicone seal, so it's actually practical while also being literally the cutest thing in the world. And his eyestalks make opening the lid a breeze while also being absolutely adorable. I really want a little gang of them for my pantry, and I'd make little hats for them." —Surua
Get it from Amazon for $17.95+ (available in two sizes).
4. A pastel knife set with such an arresting design, one reviewer warns not to forget they're super sharp, too!!!
Promising review: "I am a sucker for everyday use items that are effective at what they do and also super beautiful to look at. The pastels are just perfect. I agree with everyone, though, do not get comfortable and forget how sharp they are." —Ibric Family
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
5. A wooden pedestal to elevate your soap, candle, coffee supplies, or whatever else is all over your kitchen counter.
Promising review: "Sturdy design and a great value. If it’s very near to water maybe just spray a quick coat of sealer or poly on it to seal it from water damage. Came quickly and looks great with any decor!" —Lara Kessler
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two finishes).
6. A vintage-style Kate Spade kettle tea drinkers are sure to adore. If you have a thing for matching sets, you can also get accent plates, mugs, trays and more in the same darling design.
Promising review: "I absolutely love Kate Spade and this kettle adds so much character to my kitchen!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $45.
7. A set of decorative trivets made to protect your table from the scorching heat of your latest creation: an over-microwaved Hot Pocket (AKA molten lava straight from Earth's mantle).
Line + Arc is a small biz!
Promising review: "This was a really hard purchase for me. I searched for quite a bit but couldn't settle on any trivets that also fit the aesthetic of my kitchen. These are perfect! Love the color, size, shape, dimensions… all of it. It was hard to press that purchase button though just because of the price (there are sooooo many cheaper options), but these seem like they will stand the test of time." —Anna
Get a set of three from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in six colors).
8. Some cowboy boot salt and pepper shakers so you can add some flavor to your dishes and some Western flair to your kitchen counter even if you live noooooowhere near Texas.
Get the set from Urban Outfitters for $22.
9. A magnetic vinyl dishwasher cover if you aren't quite in the tax bracket where you can afford appliances that completely blend in with your cabinets... so might as well make your dishwasher a design element!
Small biz ReVent Covers also makes custom covers for air vents, so be sure to check those out if you're looking to hide other eyesores in your home. And to see just how easily these go on, check out this TikTok!
Get it from ReVent Covers on Etsy for $50.59+ (available in many sizes).
10. Some matching oil and vinegar dispensers with metal pour spouts that'll make feel like you're dining at an Italian restaurant every night and not just pulling a frozen Trader Joe's meal from your freezer.
Promising review: "I LOVE these dispensers!!! They look so cute and make me feel so organized. They dispense liquids really well and do not leak. They come with almost every label you would need." —Tara Foster
Get them from Amazon for $14.95+ (available in two sizes, sets of one, two, or four, and in three styles).
11. A Dracula garlic mincer because garlic powder simply doesn't compare to freshly minced garlic when you're whipping up an Italian feast.
PS: You can also use it for ginger!
Promising review: "I purchased this as a gift for my friend who is a fantastic cook — she uses fresh ingredients almost exclusively — but pressing fresh garlic is a task usually delegated. No longer — Gracula is there for her. She uses him nearly every time she needs garlic (which is basically daily) and months later still makes a point of saying how much she enjoys the gift. Anyway, definitely recommended for people who cook with garlic and have a sense of humor." —L
Get it from Amazon for $24.95.
12. A macramé fruit hammock so your bananas, apples, and oranges can enjoy their last days on Earth in comfort. Little do they know they're about to be devoured. 😈
KnappsKnots is a San Diego–based small business from Anastasia Knapp.
Promising reviews: "Absolutely loved it! Perfect if you have little counter space." —Jessi
"Love it. Might get another for bread and buns. The clearance between our counter and upper cabinets is weirdly short — can’t fit most countertop items — so this was the perfect solution." —pogtotes
Get it from KnappsKnots on Etsy for $28.90+ (available in two sizes and 11 colors).
13. A sleek K-Cup storage drawer where you can not only stow away the coffee pods you buy in bulk at Costo, but place your coffee machine so you're not wasting any extra counter space!
Each of these holds up to 36 standard-sized K-Cups.
Promising review: "I am so glad I got this. It makes for such great streamlined storage. Keeps things tidy and neat, and also helps me keep track of how many cups I have left to determine whether or not I need to add to my grocery list. It is very sturdy and I fit my machine on top. The top is very durable, hard plastic and does not buckle with the weight of the machine filled with water on top." —tunisianswife
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in various sizes, styles, and as a two-pack).
14. A set of stoneware measuring cups 'cause turns out, eyeballing your ingredients will not get you Gordon Ramsay results. Plus, they stack inside one another so you don't have to give up any precious counter or cabinet space! (Not pictured: me crying in my tiny Brooklyn kitchen.)
15. A set of four cherry blossom dishes you can use for everything from mise en place (AKA prep) to soy sauce and wasabi if you're having a homemade sushi night.
PS: These come from small biz Jusalpha!
Promising reviews: "These are super cute and perfect for size for individual side sauces or soy sauce for sushi." —Serena Di Millo
"These are absolutely adorable, and the photos are very true to their actual appearance. They are a little shallow/small but I knew that they would be mini so that isn't a surprise. Overall a lovely addition to my dishware." —Megan
Get the four-piece set from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two colors).
16. A slim storage cart to utilize the dead space between your fridge and wall (or any appliance, really). It has no right to be this aesthetic, alas here we are.
Promising reviews: "This is EXACTLY what I needed to fill the space between the cabinet and fridge. We removed an old, unwanted dishwasher and replaced the cabinets and there was this space that we didn't have any plans for so I ordered this cart to complete the collection. It looks awesome, holds a lot of needed items for the kitchen, freeing up the spice cabinet so it looks and feels more organized. It pulls out without any wobbling and seems very stable overall. I would order it again, maybe for the laundry room." —Mary P
Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in two colors).
17. A wooden cutting board where you can craft a killer charcuterie board for any guests who come through to see your new decor. Leave a cheese cloth out on your counter and they may even think you made the mozzarella by hand...
Promising review: "Many uses for this little board. I hang is on my accent wall and take it down when I want to use it. Great value for then money. Perfect for cheese and crackers with some fruit." —Lynn Daniels
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
18. A neutral set of silicone-coated kitchen utensils so you can throw away the mismatched ones you've been using since college.
The utensils can withstand temperatures of -40 degrees F up to 446 degrees F. Each set includes 24 tools and a holder.
Promising review: "I don't normally write reviews, but I went out of my way to share this! I love these; they are super cute and really nice to cook with! I went through and threw away all of my plastic spoons and spatulas after using these. I'm definitely a fan!" —Patricia B.
Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in eight color combos).
19. Some matte-steel or brushed brass pulls that sure beat the dinged up knobs that came on your builder-grade kitchen cabinets.
Promising review: "Can't beat the quality for the price! Solid weight, and none arrived scratched, bent, or broken. Definitely get the template! It makes installation a breeze! With the template, I had 24 handles installed in less than 45 minutes! Immediately upgraded my cabinets. Very happy with this purchase!" —alexa
Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in quantities 1–60 and seven colors).
20. And a roll of faux marble contact paper ready to breathe new life into tired tiles or scratched and stained counters for just ten bucks.
Promising review: "So Pinteresting! I used this adhesive film to turn two cheap Ikea tables into less-cheap-looking Ikea tables because I'm not made of money but I would like others to believe I am. Super simple to use and a ton of it for the price I was really pleased overall. The pattern actually looks like marble not a weird pixel-y repetitive pattern so that's great as well. Also it was delivered same day which was miraculous as my DIY inspiration tends to fade approximately 48 hours after I discover a project I want to do." —Spencer House
Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in six finishes).
21. A BEAUTIFUL and versatile Our Place Dream Cooker that can slow cook, sear, saute, and pressure cook all of your favorite dishes. Mac 'n' cheese ✅ Pulled BBQ chicken ✅ Veggie lo mein ✅ Try finding a dish it can't handle...I'll wait.
What's included: Dream Cooker, cooker base, locking lid, inner cooking pot, condensation collector, and detachable power cord.
Promising review: "The Dream Cooker is so easy to use, and I was able to try a recipe that I had never made before. It was delicious and came together very quickly. Amazing for a new mama! Cleaning up the Dream Cooker is also easy and it can easily be stored on the counter or down below! The multiple features are explained in detail and I was able utilize each one seamlessly. Wonderful!" —Missy P.
Get it from Our Place for $250 (available in four colors).
22. A sage green or sky blue air fryer if you manage to under or over cook your entree every dang time you use your oven. You can crisp up fresh asparagus, cook salmon to flaky perfection, and even bake a GD lemon bundt cake if you so wish!
Promising review: "Great machine. Perfect size for 1 or 2. It cooks extremely well and is designed for convenience. Matches my Keurig rhubarb coffee maker." —Scott Berkowitz
Get it from Amazon for $79.99.
23. Some aesthetic airtight containers that would make Khloe Kardashian proud.
24. Annnnnd some water-resistant pantry labels so you always know what you're reaching for.
Upon placing your order, you can indicate whether you want a standard set of labels (which includes a specific list of pantry items) or a custom set. Be sure to check out the spice labels the shop offers as well!
Daisy Paper House is a Cali-based small biz that designs a variety of simplistic labels for the home.
Promising review: "These labels are beautiful, I couldn't be happier with them. I bought the spice labels and I intend to buy the full array of pantry labels as I continue to improve my kitchen!" —Michelle Frasu
Get five custom labels from Daisy Paper House on Etsy for $9.60+ (standard sets available in counts of 20, 40, and 80; custom sets available in counts of 5–50).
25. A retro toaster with pale pink controls and a Dalmatian-spotted finish that would send Cruella de Vil into a tizzy.
The four-slice Haden x Poodle & Blonde toaster isn't just looks, either. It has six browning levels, a removable crumb tray, and settings for bagels and defrosting.
Promising review: "This is such a beauty! It adds so much personality to my kitchen!! It’s big but compact at the same time! You won’t regret getting this." —Courtney
Get it from Wayfair for $119.99 (originally $129.99).
26. A trio of airtight canisters where you can store coffee, sugar, salt — you name it! Turns out reaching for these is a lot simpler than searching your cabinet for an unmarked Ziploc bag of "hmm, is that flour or cornstarch??"
Promising review: "I was hesitant to buy these online but could not find anything locally I liked. I am so happy with these containers! They are HEAVY and very well made. Much higher quality than I anticipated receiving." —Courtney N.
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (pieces can also be bought individually).
27. A domed cake stand that will have you acting like a undercover operative as you stealthily sneak goodies in the middle of the night. Unless, of course, you live alone in which case make as much noise as you like!
28. A watering can juicer you can use to squeeze lemons and limes and then pour them over whatever you're cooking. When serving others, you can even say "tell me when" like you're a parm-wielding waiter at Olive Garden.
Promising review: "It's easy to use and lemonade is quickly made. It looks so good I leave it on the counter." —Stephaniep
Get it from Amazon for $14.90.
29. A sleek, three-speed Smeg blender that won't even blink twice at whatever ingredients you like to add to your smoothie. If your current setup shudders at the thought of a single ice cube, it's worth the investment.
Promising review: "We primarily use this for smoothies and milkshakes. It works beautifully. It's quiet, fast, and blends efficiently and thoroughly. I've had several blenders and this is the best. Worth the money." —Kristin Lim
Get it from Amazon for $245+ (available in six colors).
30. A filtered tea bottle so you always have a full carafe in your fridge. Brew your tea in the decanter overnight and even infuse it with lemon or your favorite fruit.
The three-piece decanter includes a glass bottle, silicone lid, and plastic filter.
Promising review: "This is an absolutely fabulous way to enjoy fine tea. For the tea lover in your life, it'll give you a chance to enjoy cold brewed tea in any flavor, loose leaf or bagged quickly and easily in the elegant and easy-to-wash container. After buying one I have given these out to several of my friends and I just love it. If you like tea at all, this will add a whole new dimension to your tea enjoyment, highest recommendation." —Kryptography
Get it from Amazon for $21.08+ (available in six sizes and eight colors).
31. A decorative cat towel that'll silently watch you microwave your day-old pizza like 👀 👀
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 $16.78 (available in 33 designs).
32. And an affordable pack of peel-and-stick subway tiles to cover up nasty old grout or backsplashes that've seen much better days. No tools or expertise are necessary, but a tool belt could be a fun touch. 🛠
Promising review: "I have been blown away with how great they look and every person who has seen them after I put them up doesn’t know they are not real tile. They are shiny like tile and have the texture of tile as well. They are easy to clean and relatively easy to install. It took me two afternoons and only because I hadn’t ordered enough and needed one more package." —Kyle & Noelle
Get 10 sheets from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in eight styles).
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