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    42 Fun, Quirky Products With “Main Character In A Rom Com” Energy

    Not you out in the wild with your color-changing strawberry mug and your whimsical Etsy bookmark breaking hearts wherever you go.

    1. A thoughtful face vase perfect for daydreamers — this base's romantic little head tilt says anything from "I'm thinking about the pretty flowers I passed on my morning walk" to "I am neck deep in a self-insert fan fiction scenario where I fall in love with a hot sommelier in the Italian countryside," and I love that for us. 

    A white vase depicting the bottom half of a face with its head in its hands
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    Check out a TikTok of the face vase in action. 

    I purchased this because I have a lil' Friday tradition of going to Trader Joe's and buying the $3.99 "petite bouquets" (Alexa, play "Flowers" by Miley Cyrus!!) and it is the absolute perfect size for a mini bouquet. It is a treat to look at on my windowsill, 11/10 recommend for anyone who wants a bright spot in their living room! 

    Promising review: "The vase is very nice, with and without flowers. It looks really good in my living room!" —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $13.78 (available in six other styles). 

    2. A rainbow prism suncatcher you can easily hang indoors or out to refract sunlight and make a bunch of teensy little rainbows all over the place, adding a subtle touch of magic in your space 🌈.  

    reviewer image of tiny rainbows reflected around a couch and room
    Reviewer image of a cat with a rainbow on it

    Promising review: "They actually were bigger than I anticipated which was actually pretty awesome. I hung them in the window of my office and it's beautiful when they catch light. Definitely worth the money when it puts a smile on your face." —Emmy Ann

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.17.

    3. A color-coded Cuisinart knife set so not only will you have the perfect blade for each task like a true profesh, but you'll be able to avoid cross-contamination without having to pause and wipe everything down every time you transition to a new food. 🌈

    It includes a chef's knife, paring knife, bread knife, slicing knife, utility knife, and santoku knife. Psst — the knives don't come with this a holder, but you can snag an easy-to-install magnetic bar for knives on Amazon if you want to display them like this reviewer did! 

    Promising review: "This is my best buy of the month, and best knife buy of the year. Yeah, I've had sharper, better-quality knives in the past, but for hundreds of dollars more. For basic kitchen use, this is the set to buy. I like that they're colorful, because I've already been able to familiarize myself with which knife is which color and what I need to use them for. I haven't had to sharpen them yet and I've been using them pretty steadily for about a month. The blade cases they come with are extremely handy. I like that I don't have to use a knife block. These fit nicely in my drawer. At this price, they are worth every penny. I wouldn't have a problem spending $40–$50 for these knives." —GWP

    Get a set of six knives with covers from Amazon for $19.99.

    4. A dimmable sad duck nightlight because sometimes you just have to look at this emotionally deflated creature on your desk and be like, "Welp. At least I'm doing better than that little dude." 

    A light up duck laying on its side with a face of just complete bone deep existential despair
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I ordered this lamp because of its appearance. I didn't NEED a depressed duck lamp ... but it has totally filled a void in my life I didn't know existed. Everyone who sees it pokes it. The lamp is actually very functional. It's got a really nice set of brightness options and the glow is yellowish, which is much nicer than white in a dim/dark room. One thing that isn't mentioned in the description is that its legs are utterly floppy. It's terrific." —Literated

    Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available also as a cabbage?? I don't know, you do do). 

    5. A color-changing strawberry glass so you can sip your iced coffee and tea with a dash of sugar and a sprinkle of ✨magic✨. 

    Clear glass tumbler with lid and straw that has a strawberry design colorized where the water is touching, and pale white at the top where it isn't
    Model pouring water into the cup to show strawberries changing color in real time
    SaVi Home & Gifts/Etsy

    SaVi Home & Gifts is a family-owned Etsy shop established in 2021 that specializes in custom cups, budget binders, and stickers. 

    Promising review: "This cup is so freaking cute! The color changing effect was so cool and they gave me some free thank you stickers! Definitely would order from this store again. 😊" —Hayden

    Get it from SaVi Home & Gifts on Etsy for $13+ (available with and without lid and straw). 

    6. A buildable Glimmer Glow Stick lipstick with a sheer, subtle glitter and a unique rosy tint formulated with ~pH technology~ so it will adapt to your own personalized shade. 

    Reviewer with pink lip stain
    The clear glittery lipstick in its case

    Check out a TikTok of the Glimmer Glow lipstick in action. 

    Promising review: "This is such a pretty pH color lipstick, viral for a reason — it's very pretty to look at, it's not sticky at all, and the more you layer it, the darker the pink shows up. The only thing I don't like is the scent in it, I can almost taste it a bit. It's nice to have in my purse if I need a quick color while I'm out in case of sudden dinner plans or a meeting, because you can control the color saturation to how light or bold it is." —Kristina Bumbelow

    Get it from Amazon for $3.99

    7. A bunch of teensy macaron boxes for a delightful upgrade to many things in your life, whether it's storing pills or trinkets or just staring at them looking all fancy and French on your bedside table.

    Tiny macaron boxes holding pills and jewelry
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Just received these cute little boxes and am in love with them. Very thick and sturdy plastic but easy enough to open. These will work perfectly for filling solid perfumes and giving out as stocking stuffer gifts as I don't have to worry about it being a snug fit/lid falling off. I imagine these would also be great for pretend food for kids' playsets or for a kid's trinket box. Overall I love them, love their feel, love the colors and am very happy." —Mary

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $6.99.

    8. A mini ceramic bathtub (with drainage!) you can use as a soap holder, a planter, or just a cute lil' way of organizing your bathroom countertops. Plus it's always nice to have a durable bathing option for Thumbelina when she comes to stay. 

    Pink ceramic bathtub holding a green bar of soap
    Reviewer holding white version with plants inside of it

    Check out a TikTok of the mini ceramic bathtub in action. 

    Promising review: "I ordered two of these. One I used as a regular soap dish in my tub. It has holes for drainage which is a plus. I also used it as a cute plant decanter. I placed some succulents in it and voila ... the cutest planter for my bathroom." —Diane Sheehan

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six colors). 

    9. A decorative ceramic lips holder for your jewelry or makeup to add a little retro pop to your vanity or entryway table that is most definitely Red-era Taylor Swift-approved. 

    Promising review: "I love this as I’m getting into my super pink era. 💅🏼 It’s a nice weight and not easily breakable. It holds a lot of knickknacks too, from lipsticks to trinkets. I also think it’s really cute. Going to get multiple to put around my home." —Agusta

    Get it from Amazon for $13.96+ (available in three shades). 

    10. A set of rainbow wineglasses so gorgeous that you'll use them as decor whenever you're not sipping sparkling wine from them. 

    six stemmed wine glasses in translucent pale pastel colors
    A reviewer unboxing the glasses and showing them stacked on a table
    Amazon

    Check out a TikTok of the rainbow wine glasses in action. 

    The Wine Savant is a New York-based small business established in 2017 that specializes in unique, quality drinkware and accessories. 

    Promising review: "Love these! Wasn’t ready to splurge on Estelle stemmed glasses so I got these instead. I’ve run them through the dishwasher once so far and they held up fine. Glass is thin near the top, which I love in a wineglass. I would recommend!" —Tricia

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $59.95 (available in two other styles). 

    11. A set of Starface hydrocolloid pimple patches, which unlike their ~invisible~ competing patches, are meant to be loud and proud accessories for your face. Basically acne, but make it fashion. Plus you still get all the relief of these lil' patches sucking the gunk out of acne and helping them heal faster and more effectively. 

    Yellow star shaped patches in a small container
    A yellow star shaped pimple patch on a model's nose
    Amazon

    Starface World is a small business that specializes in cruelty-free skincare products. 

    Promising review: "I wouldn’t recommend anything else but these. My pimples always go down without scarring when I wear stars. There’s a cute little mirror in it and there’s so many stars that it will last you a long time." —Jess

    Get a set of 32 from Amazon for $14.97

    12. An adorable animal waffle maker to make perfectly crispy-on-the-outside, fluffy-on-the-inside pancakes in three to four short minutes, making it ideal for family breakfasts when everyone is hankering for a waffle, FAST. This is also ideal if someone in the squad wants to add blueberries, chocolate chips, or sprinkles to their waffle without affecting the rest of the batch!  

    Promising review: "These waffles brought smiles and giggles to our breakfast table. Our kids are 10 and 12, and they really enjoyed the animal shapes and particularly the 'dipping' size of the waffles. And so did my husband and I. The waffle maker is super easy to use, all the faces were clearly imprinted, and I didn't have any issue with cooking time or uneven browning. LOTS of FUN! At $30, why not? Wish we'd had this years ago!" —jchungmd

    Get it from Amazon for $34.95.

    13. A plug-in color-shifting mushroom light for anyone whose little cottagecore heart could use an extra dose of cozy to calm them down. 

    Reviewer holding white plug with pastel mushrooms and leaves blooming out of it
    The mushrooms lit up in the dark

    Check out a TikTok of the mushroom nightlight in action. 

    Promising review: "I LOVE this night-light. It's in my bathroom and is a lovely addition. It turns off the second the lights go on, which is nice because I don't have to worry about accidentally leaving it on. Super cute and the little itty-bitty lighting element does a good job lighting, just enough so I don't have to turn the main lights on in the middle of the night." —1Thand

    Get it from Amazon for $5.97

    14. A portable Bluetooth retro-style keyboard to instantly fashion your tablet into a chic mini laptop when you're on the move. You're about to make a *lot* of friends at Starbucks asking you where you got this little gem. 

    A pink retro style keyboard with purple and yellow keys next to a tablet screen
    Reviewer typing on a blue version

    Promising review: "I've been seeing retro-style typewriter keyboards on TikTok for a while now. I aways thought, 'That looks pretty cool!' Decided to look on here and found this one. I just got it today and so far has been working great! I had no problems connecting the keyboard via Bluetooth, and the clicking of the keys is really nice, one of the reasons why I wanted to get this." —dee

    Get it from Amazon for $35.99 (available in 11 colors). 

    15. A cloud-shaped utility knife you *need* in your life if you're a person who gets a lot of packages — this will save you a whole lot of time and effort (and DESPAIR over your ruined nails) with quick, easy cuts. 

    Model using a purple cloud shaped knife to open a package
    Set of cloud knives in various pastel colors
    Amazon

    Check out a TikTok of the cloud knife in action. 

    Promising review: "I love these — sturdy, sharp with retractable blade. I keep them in different rooms for opening packages or breaking down boxes to recycle. Would recommend and buy again." —Amy Yasneski

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $10.99

    16. An adorable mushroom cup/tea infuser complete with a coaster so you can sip your morning tea like the certified woodland fairy creature you are. 

    A glass cup with a yellow polka dot mushroom cap on a matching yellow saucer
    The pink version of the mushroom cup

    Check out a TikTok of the mushroom cup in action. 

    Promising review: "It's so cute. It gives me so much serotonin drinking from it and having it on my desk. I'm always craving any sort of liquid so I do drink it pretty fast, but I just keep a refill close. The cup makes it worth the trip to refill." —PoisonedTendrils

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in five colors). 

    17. book tracker bookmark so you can keep track of all the lovely adventures you've taken from the comfort of your favorite window chair. 

    a person holding the bookmark with blank books on painted shelves
    British Book Art / Etsy

    British Book Art is a UK-based Etsy shop established in 2021 that specializes in tracker bookmarks and book art. 

    Promising review: "Absolutely love my bookmark! So, so cute! Already made a start coloring in the books and writing the names on the spines!" —Chloe

    Get it from British Book Art on Etsy for $3.29

    18. A cloud-shaped magnetic key holder for an absurdly cute storage option for keys that will prettttyyy much guarantee you never lose them again. 

    Promising review: "So, yes, TikTok made me buy this, but so far I really like it. It's obviously very adorable and offers a charming spot to keep my keys that works with my entryway. I'm really surprised by how strong the hold is for such a small object — I carry my car fob and a few keys and so far it's holding strong. I hung it with Command strips to avoid any potential damage to the wall and I will say make sure it's level as the hold is not so good on an angle (but that was from the original in-hand testing). Definitely recommend and for the price, I'm very tempted to get one for my at-work office." —D. Carter 

    Get it from Amazon for $7.08

    19. A dainty bird-shaped lemon juicer you can use to squeeze lemons, limes, or oranges into your morning tea, salads, or hot water. Turns out the early bird gets the worm *and* the delightfully aesthetic juice. 

    A clear acrylic bird shaped squeezer with an orange slice in it
    Model squeezlng a lemon into a jar
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This little utensil is adorable, and quite practical. When I saw it on TikTok I knew I had to have one. You simply put a slice of lemon in and pour out the juice. It looks so pretty sitting on the table and comes in very handy." —Dian Marchese

    Get it from Amazon for $5.39

    20. A pound of cereal marshmallows because truly I think we're all hard-pressed to think of a scenario that *doesn't* warrant having an emergency bag of these to whip out for the occasion. Pro-tip — refrigerate these babies if you want 'em extra crunchy. 

    Medley Hills Farm is an Ohio-based, family-owned small business that specializes in unique candies, snacks, and baking supplies. 

    Promising review: "Buying these charms was one of the best decisions of my life. The bag is twice the size of my head. The marshmallows are aesthetically pleasing and delicious. It's everything I ever wanted in a snack." —Amazon Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $12.98.

    21. A bottle of thermal color-changing nail polish so you can feel like a magician every time you run your fingers under warm and cold water. 

    a reviewer photo of a hand with nails painted light blue
    a reviewer photo of the same hand with the nails now looking purple

    Cirque Colors is a small Brooklyn-based business specializing in handmade nail polish and nail accessories. 

    Promising review: "My favorite nail polish. I was iffy when I first put it on, it seemed an awkward consistency for nail polish...but I was happily surprised. It is matte and dries super fast and after two coats and 10 minutes they were done. I was going to put topcoat over them for a glossier finish, but I ultimately just left them matte. It goes on and dries beautifully, it changes to purple in cold temperatures, and it DOES NOT CHIP OR PEEL like many thermal nail polishes. I washed dishes, gardened, cleaned, and even without topcoat my nails still look perfect. I will definitely be buying more, they're worth the price." —Samantha Martin

    Get it from Amazon for $16.50 (available in eight colors).

    22. A lil' mushroom fridge deodorizer you can fill with baking soda to combat even the strongest of fridge odors (I'm looking at YOU, yogurt I forgot I left half open!). Bonus: he's designed to fit neatly into the egg section of the fridge. 

    Promising review: "He can go anywhere in your fridge, a true icon. Easy to clean, but would recommend a funnel for filling. He makes me happy when I go into the fridge. He is the snack guardian and I love him." —Gabba

    Get it from Amazon for $18.99

    23. sunflower mug and coaster set because the ten uninterrupted minutes you sit with your coffee in the morning are SACRED and deserve to be celebrated with as much cuteness as possible. 

    some tea in the blue coffee mug on a sunflower coaster
    a coffee drink in the white coffee mug on a sunflower coaster

    Check out a TikTok of the mug and coaster in action. 

    Psst — you can also snag that reviewer's gratitude journal on Amazon for $10.99

    Promising review: "I bought this completely on a whim, and it was totally worth it. Adorable cup, a lot bigger than I expected it to be! I haven't put anything in it yet, so I can't say whether or not it stains, but it's still very cute regardless." —AEL

    Get it from Amazon for $23.98+ (available in five colors). 

    24. A glass milk carton reviewers *love* for frothing — not only is it the perfect size, but the container is shaped in a way that stops milk and cream from spilling over the sides. Because yes, there's no use crying over spilled milk, but crying over spilled FROTHED milk?? Valid. 

    A model pouring milk into a coffee cup from a glass milk carton-shaped container
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I came from TikTok ... not disappointed. It is great for frothing without having splashes go everywhere." —Kyle

    "I love glassware, especially borosilicate glass, because it’s delicate and yet strong, it’s thinner and lighter than most glass. This is is definitely a conversation piece, because of its small milk carton shape and it holds a significant amount of cream or milk. It’s perfect for use during brunch, and during coffee or tea dates with friends. To get it cleaned, I use warm water, dish soap, and a small foam brush, than I put it on the dish rack to air dry." —APR63

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in six styles). 

    25. A shaker of edible cocktail glitter, because why go through life without taking advantage of every opportunity to make it sparkle??✨  Reviewers add a touch of it to glam up their Prosecco or jazz up colorful themed cocktails. 

    Blue glitter swirling in a mason jar drink
    Pink glitter in a wine glass with a drink

    Bakel is a small business established in 2016 that specializes in edible glitters for food and drink. 

    Promising review: "Don’t think any further and just buy it. This was so cool and everyone loved it! I got the clear one because it will go with any drink. I will be the one to put this in all my friends drinks. Also had no taste so it was just the look. Sooooooo cool!" —gigi

    Get it from Amazon for $11.95 (available in 18 colors). 

    26. A succulent toothpick/cotton swab holder for the convenience, yes, but more importantly the aesthetic, which is "cottagecorganization." 

    the holders in pink and green with white round bases holding swabs and toothpicks with clear covers
    Amazon

    Promising review: "Did I absolutely need this? No. Does it make me ridiculously happy? Yes! It's so cute. You can remove a layer or two of the 'leaves' to make more room. I have two-thirds on right now to hold cotton swabs. Brings a smile to my face every time I stand at my sink." —amester26

    Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three colors).

    27. A set of succulent fridge magnets because sometimes the plant parent urge can't be satisfied by living plants alone, and you have to go the extra mile to cozy up your space and fill the succulent-shaped hole in your heart. 

    A reviewer holding up a small succulent shaped magnet
    the 14 magnets shaped like succulents stuck to a fridge

    Promising review: "What fun! Very well made and super cute. We were delighted just unpacking them. Every one is different!" —Alyssa widmark

    Get a set of 14 from Amazon for $16.99 (available in six variety packs). 

    28. A rose-shaped ice mold reviewers love to use for everything from ~aesthetic~ cocktails to iced coffee. They're also a Big Mood to use in a cooler for events like weddings and showers!  

    A red colored ice rose in a cocktail
    Four ice roses in the mold in various dyed colors

    Psst — you can use these to freeze iced coffee or juice to add to your morning iced coffee or cocktails to cool them without watering them down! 

    Promising review: "I was at a restaurant and they put one of these roses in my cocktail. I knew right then I had to make these at home and ordered these while at the restaurant. These are easy to fill and have rubber snaps that lock them tight. They come right out and you can even take just one out and leave the others for the next time. These are a hit at all of my dinner parties too! I have already ordered more as my friends all want these in their drinks!" Siri US

    Get it from Amazon for $5.49

    29. A tulip tea infuser worth investing in so you can finally get a quality, dishwasher-safe, tightly-designed steeper once and flor-all. 

    A red silicone tulip steeper popping out of a tea cup
    Same steeper in a different cup with the green infuser base visible

    Promising review: "Large base to put your tea leaves… And leaves do not escape through sides. Plus that it’s adorable! What else do you want?!?! 😂" —deborah

    Get it from Amazon for $16.95 (available in three styles). 

    30. disco ball bar cart with some real "yeah, I've listened to enough ABBA to cover for literally any role in Mamma Mia at the drop of a hat" energy. This comes with a handy ~secret~ storage disco ball and wheels to easily rearrange it mid-dance party. 

    The silver colored bar cart with a silver disco ball
    a close up of the opened bar cart in gold
    Glam Globes / Etsy

    Glam Globes is a UK-based Etsy shop that specializes in disco-ball themed homewares. 

    Promising review: "10 stars! Shipping was fast, assembly was easy, and I get so many compliments on this statement piece! Would absolutely recommend and already have to anyone who asks about it." —jaz roble

    Get it from Glam Globes on Etsy for $263.87 (available in seven colors). 

    31. A set of whimsical high-gloss taper candles that will make any guest in your home immediately go "oooooh" when they see it at the center of your dining table. 

    Two coral twisted candles in gold holders
    Goodful

    Get a set of two from our Goodful shop for $42

    32. A set of vinyl coasters to give your coffee table a delightfully retro nostalgic touch *and* protect it from the perils of condensation. 

    A black mini vinyl record in a reviewer's hand that says
    six different mini vinyls on a table

    Promising review: "I absolutely adore these!!! They are so cute and definitely to the job! They keep the surface free from water rings and make me giggle!" —johnny williams

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $6.99

    33. A set of unframed pastel printables you can use to add some color and love to your bare walls, and to remind yourself to soak in all the ~good vibes~ that come with your human existence. 

    printables in different pastel colors with minimalist art and text about self care, love, and life
    Amazon

    Promising review: "These are high quality! Absolutely beautiful and look just like the picture! They can be use framed/unframed as they are made on a higher quality material than printer paper." —Clare Black

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $11.99 (available in nine styles). 

    Psst — these can be hung up unframed, but if you're looking for a solid 8 x 10 frame option, you can pick of a set of six on Amazon for $22.39

    34. Nyx's delightfully loud Epic Wear Liquid Liner to announce your presence at a party before you even say "hello." These glides on easily for long-lasting, matte colors to remind you that your face is a canvas you get to play with for life, and it deserves a little 🌈🌈🌈 to celebrate! 

    Amanda wearing blue liner above black
    a model wearing lavender liner
    Amanda Davis / BuzzFeed, Amazon

    Check out a TikTok of the Nyx Epic Wear Liquid Liner in action. 

    Here's what BuzzFeeder Amanda Davis, pictured above, has to say about it: "I'm wearing the blue liner there on the left, and the reviews are 100% right. This liner LASTS. I love to throw it on top of my usual black liner when I want an extra pop on a night out or am just feeling a little "adventurous." The liner's super thin tip glides nicely and makes it easy to be precise, too!" 

    Promising review: "Guys, I have hella hooded eyes, and any time I tried those expensive Sephora or Ulta eyeliners, they would smudge or fade INSTANTLY. I LOVE THIS PRODUCT!!!! The color pops, it's easy to use, and it NEVER SMUDGES, NEVER FLAKES, DOES NOT MOVE IN WATER!!! I fell asleep with it on, and it looked like I had just applied it when I woke up. ... Best eyeliner out there, take it from a girl who has tried ALL of those expensive eyeliners (Stila, Urban Decay, YOU NAME IT). I will never switch to anything else." —Jakjak

    Get it from Amazon for $9.79+ (available in eight shades — including classic black!).

    35. A lil' reversible octopus plush that is, literally and figuratively, a Mood — you can prop this on your desk or somewhere in your home just to let everyone know how you're vibin' (or even just to check in with yourself ❤️).

    Smiling blue octopus plushie
    Angry green octopus plushie turned inside out

    Also, these come in a TON of different colors and emotions (from angry to sad to, uh, murderous??), so you're guaranteed to find one to express yourself.

    Promising review: "I saw this on TikTok like everyone else but I quickly realized, when I got one, how helpful this is to my family. Now they don't have to guess when they shouldn't bother me, they'll just KNOW. It's saving lives and it's adorable. The perfect thing. :)" —MCalms

    Get it from Amazon for $15 (available in 22 styles).

    36. A chic coffee cup holder so you can carry your favorite beverage *and* answer work emails *and* text your friends pictures of cute dogs at the same! time!!! Reviewers also love this for keeping the cold condensation off their hands.

    editor holding an iced coffee in a sleeve with a long handle by the hand
    editor using the handled holder to walk down the street with iced coffee
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    VIS Paradise Goods is a Florida-based Etsy stop established in 2021 that specializes in personalized and sustainable goods. 

    Promising review: "This is perfect! I constantly have my hands full and now I can comfortably carry my coffee with me everywhere I go. I will be purchasing more!" —Erin

    Psst — I own one of these myself and love it for the convenience of texting on the go! These even have a holder for a straw if you happen to get iced coffee or bubble tea and don't want to stick the straw into the drink just yet. I've found this to be very sturdy and easy to use, plus they're a fun conversation starter — people always want to know where I got it! 

    Get it from VIS Paradise Goods on Etsy for $12.18 (originally $15.55+; available in eight colors and 30 option designs). 

    37. A mushroom growing kit that grows right there in the packaging, so you can add some sweet, sweet umami flavors to new dishes by sautéing, roasting, or air frying them up.

    A box with mushrooms growing out of the side
    Reviewer image of mushrooms cooking in a pan

    Back To The Roots is a California-based small business founded by two college friends that specializes in indoor gardening kits with a mission to reconnect families to food.

    Psst — if you have not put mushrooms in your air fryer, my friend, you have not yet lived the full human experience. Also this growing kit comes with some recipes to get you started!

    Promising review: "This product has been so much fun to watch! I followed the directions, exactly as written, and the mushrooms began growing within 3–4 days. I will say that I did soak them for close to 10 hours before putting them back in the box to grow and I believe this helped a ton. I also kept the box inside by a window with the blinds closed in order for them to get indirect sunlight. The mushrooms grew tremendously for almost a week before they started to shrink so I clipped them to cook with and they were DELICIOUS! This was such a fun product and process to watch. I am now in the process of trying to get a second batch of shrooms from the same box. Fingers crossed!" —Steph A

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four varieties). 

    38. A set of snail tea bag holders to keep your favorite teas from pulling a disappearing act *and* giving you a built-in breakfast buddy to talk to about that weird dream you had last night. 

    reviewer photo of the blue snail holding a tea bag on the rim of a mug
    snails of different colors lined up on the rim of a mug

    Check out a TikTok of the snail teabag holder in action.

    Psst — this strawberry elderflower herbal tea is a cult-fave for $6.99 on Amazon!! 

    Promising review: "Love these fun little quirky tea slugs. They work on all shapes and sizes of mugs and have brought a smile to all who either used them or were the lucky recipients of their own batch of tea slugs from me. They clean up well with just a quick rinse under the sink and are even fun to use on wine or cocktail glasses to help guests track their drink." —NC

    Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $6.48.

    39. A set of cat and mouse hooks you can easily install with the stick-on adhesive for a downright lawlessly adorable option for stashing lightweight items like keys, tote bags, and scarves at the door. 

    product photo of one of the animal hooks, showing how when you place weight on them, the head pops up
    the hooks used to hang six mugs on a wall

    Check them out on TikTok of the cat and mouse hooks in action. 

    Promising reviews: "These are so cute and easy to install. My husband always forgets to put his keys away so I got these to try to condition him into hanging them up. Now he has a little friend say hello when he gets home." —leaaffy

    Get a four-piece set from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in a six-pack that includes a monkey and baby chick). 

    40. A set of eye-popping fine-point pens designed for planners and journals, so even your most boring to-do lists can have a little ~whimsy~. 

    Perhaps most importantly for anyone out there planning to go full Leslie Knope on these is that they're designed not to bleed through thin pages!

    Promising review: "I bought these pens during quarantine, not expecting much, considering they are quite inexpensive. I've used well-known brand marker/pens in the past, and didn't want to pay much for markers I'd use for coloring. I was concerned about the tips bending or bleeding, but I was completely wrong and am very satisfied with this product! They do not bleed, and the tips are strong and thin. I use these pens for coloring, hand lettering, and note taking, and they're exactly what I was looking for! The only regret I have is that I did not order the larger pack with more colors!!" —Michael Fanizzi

    Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $7.99

    41. A cow-themed cheese holder that is, in fact, a Big Moooooooood. Not only is this an adorable and handy way to store your cheese slices, but tons of parents say it's been a real hit with the kiddos! 

    A squared shaped closed small storage box shaped like a cow
    The lid flipped open to find cheese inside

    Each container holds 24 slices of cheese. 

    Promising review: "I had an old Kraft cheese container from decades ago that finally broke and I didn't think I would be able to find a replacement, but this is even better! My kids named it Daisy immediately. It is cute to have in the fridge or even bring out to the dinner table. Great quality and should last a long time." —Karen

    Get it from Amazon for $10.80. 

    42. A wheeled telescoping see-through pet carrier perfect for traveling with cats and small dogs — this lets them get the lay of their surroundings and stay calm while you're being the Very Busy Pet Parent you are. It has ventilation holes on all sides, including ones large enough to stick half your hand in to pet your lil' bud. 

    Cat in a see through pink-accented wheeled carrier
    A cat in the green accented version

    Check out a TikTok of the pet carrier in action. 

    Vetreska is a small business that specializes in chic pet products for home and travel. 

    Promising review: "I got these for my cats. They are inside boys and when I use the harness in the fenced backyard they tend to eat grass. My ginger is a rotund 19 pounds but this contraption fits his extra large bod with room for him to turn around and check out the ladies." —andjas96

    Get it from Amazon for $129.99 (clip the $10 off coupon on the product page for this price; available in four styles). 

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