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1. A set of vibrant fine tip pens designed for use on planners and journals without bleeding through paper, so you can color-code your lists and plans (and up your doodle game)!
Promising review: "I love how this pen feels to hold and it writes beautifully! I am very picky about how the ink looks from the pens I use and I don't remember having one that writes so smoothly and beautifully! I will buy these whenever I need more. I actually just purchased another package of all black!" —Marcia
Get a set of 18 from Amazon for $7.64.
2. A color-shifting mushroom night light if you dream of cottagecore cabins but still live in a regular home instead of a lush forest (for now).
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 that 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.
3. A pastel paint-by-number so you can create an intricate, beautiful piece of artwork during a relaxing night in (that may or may not include the new season of Married at First Sight).
Each set comes with a detailed numbered outline, three brushes, and a set of numbered acrylic paints with extra to spare.
Promising review: "So much fun and easy to do! I’ve been doing a lot of paint by number paintings lately as a way to decompress from stress, and this one is by far my favorite one. It just looks so cool, and it was not as hard to do as some of the others I’ve done." —K Rivera
Get it from Amazon for $12.79.
4. A temporary tattoo with detailing so gorgeous it may just look real. The shop features tons of different beautiful designs, so you're sure to find one that'll not only match your vibe but elevate your outfit *and* your week.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says she's *obsessed* with these temp tattoos: "I waited for ages to get them, and I wish I'd done it much sooner, because I've had such a blast mix and matching them as a fun quarantine distraction! They transfer beautifully with warm water and look like legitimate tattoos (my neighbor truly thought I'd gotten some great ink), and are so easy and gentle to remove with a light scrub in the shower."
Tattoorary is an Etsy shop based in the Netherlands that specializes in temporary tattoos, offering a large range of sizes, colors, and designs. Each tattoo lasts from two days to a week.
Get them from Tattoorary on Etsy: the lavender floral tattoo for $4.99, and the little birds tattoo for $2.99.
5. A rainbow prism suncatcher that'll refract a bunch of downright magical teeny tiny rainbows throughout your home. 🌈 PS: Reviewers report that their cats love the sparkles it creates, too!
This can be hung indoors or outdoors.
Promising review: "This might be the best thing I’ve ever purchased. My room looks magical on sunny afternoons. If you love yourself, buy these crystals. Not only are the rainbows pretty but the crystals are too." —Tiffany Tyree
Get a set of two from Amazon for $7.98.
6. A mini donut maker to add truly unbridled joy to your home and make you the apple of your kids' or roommates' eyes. Warm homemade donuts anytime you want??? Doesn't get much better than that.
The donuts cook within minutes, have an auto shutoff to stop them from overheating, and come with a recipe book that even includes gluten-free and Paleo-friendly options. Bonus? You don't even need to figure out how to make donuts — this machine will take store-bought brownie, muffin, and cake mix just fine.
Promising review: "I cannot say enough about the Dash Mini Donut Maker. It is so much fun to use and make donuts at home. Rather than going to the local chain donut restaurant, you can make your own specialty donuts at home. It is very easy to use and cleans up quickly. My children love to decorate the donuts after they are cooked. It's a fun family activity and the donuts taste great! Also, it comes with a neat design and stands out among my other boring looking kitchen cooking appliances. If you like donuts, this product is for you." —JoshH
Get it from Amazon for $26.95.
7. An adorable little reversible octopus plush that'll keep you company during your day, help you remember to check in with yourself ❤️, and let the folks at your workplace or home know how it's goin' today.
They come in a TON of different colors and emotions (from worried to sad to rageful), so you're guaranteed to find one to express yourself.
Promising review: "Love this! 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. :)" —MCalmes
Get it from Amazon for $15 (available in 43 styles).
8. A pair of glowing lightsaber chopsticks so you can practice your Jedi skills — and just make mealtime way, way more fun (and intergalactic).
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says she loves these to pieces: "TBH, I use them as decor every bit as much as I use them to eat. Sometimes I just keep them in my work area to light them up during the day to feel fancy. They toggle back and forth between a bunch of different colors, like red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor, so you can either make them match *or* have a red and blue one together and bring ~balance~ to the Force."
Promising review: "The chopsticks are very durable, and the glow is bright. They're a bit bigger that I expected — but very pleased nonetheless with the product because it serves the purpose and is entertaining for kids, right up to adult Star Wars nerds. It also made the perfect gift for my fellow Star Wars nerds. I've been too busy playing with them rather than using them to eat food — but hopefully that will eventually happen before the batteries need changing." —Anthony
Get two pairs from Amazon for $14.97.
9. Color-changing flame packets that will make your jaw drop, especially if you're a camping enthusiast, a bonfire lover, or conveniently have a fireplace right at home.
Safety note: Packets cannot be used in propane or artificial gas log pits. Do not open the packet before throwing it into the fire. Do not cook over wood that has been burned with Mystical Fire Flames.
Promising review: "Mystical Fire Colorant is amazing. For a really fun experience, get some of these for your next camping trip. As if a campfire needs improvement...but this stuff is really neat. I'd say the adults love it even more than the kids. We only used one packet and the colors were so good — seems like they lasted at least 20 minutes. There was even color left in the ashes the next day. We will never go camping again without several packs of Mystical Fire on hand." —TeNe
Get it from Amazon for $5.50.
10. A bottle of Mike's Hot Honey, aka a mouthwatering honey and chili peppers blend that tastes good on everything from fruit to pizza, tea to wings, and cheese to ice cream.
As you can see above, pizza, French toast, and spicy margaritas are just a few of the *many* foods/drinks reviewers are using Mike's Hot Honey with to kick up the flavor and add just a touch of heat. Also, it's Paleo-friendly and gluten-free!
Promising review: "I tend to shy away from spicy foods, but I couldn’t resist the opportunity to try a new condiment to liven up snacks and recipes with. I was afraid the spice would be overpowering, but it’s actually quite mellow and smooth; just the right touch of heat. So far, I’ve enjoyed this on fruit salad (banana/strawberry/blueberry) with cottage cheese and drizzled on the original Chick-fil-A sandwich. It is so delicious!" —Tiger Paws
Get it from Amazon for $13.49+ (available in three sizes, including an Amazon Fresh option, and various packs).
To learn more, check out our Mike's Hot Honey review!
11. A bunch of little macaron boxes that make any space in your home that much sweeter, whether you're using them to store trinkets, medication, jewelry, or as fancy lil' decor all on their own.
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.
12. A pack of "Miracle Berry" tablets to send your taste buds on the adventure of a lifetime. They temporarily make sour flavors like lemon and grapefruit taste sweet (!!) and other tastes *pop*. Reviewers with dulled senses of taste swear by these to enhance flavor!
The flavor enhancement is most noticeable on sharper and vinegar-based foods, like tomato sauces, dressings, and cheddar cheeses. The effects last up to an hour, and also increase saliva production for easier swallowing.
Promising review: "Don't hesitate to buy. I saw these on TikTok and wanted to try them. They’re awesome and make everything taste sweet." —Amazon Customer
Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $15.99.
13. A coffee animals coloring book that combines so many fun things: coffee (and more coffee), ~relaxing~, and cute, happy animals. *Plus* every other page includes a recipe for different caffeinated treats, like iced mocha and Vietnamese coffee.
Promising reviews: "So cute and so much fun to color! I looove this coloring book. It’s not so intricate like some other adult coloring books which makes it more fun to me. I like to use Sharpie pens to outline and it will bleed through, but all you have to do is put a piece of paper behind it while you color it because the pages aren’t double sided. And every other page has a different coffee recipe! I would buy a million of these coloring books." —Amazon Customer
"I love the coloring, very stress relieving. And thanks to the recipes, I just made myself the best frappe ever!" —Emily Gibson
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
14. A tin of cocktail sugar or salt to add to the rims of your at-home cocktails to ~elevate~ your bartender status. You'll never have to spend $14 plus tax and tip on a margarita again — unless you wanna!
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord swears by these: "I started putting this on my end-of-the-week whiskey drink (the pandemic made me go full Mad Men, who knew!!) and it is SO darn satisfying. I tried the citrus petals version, and it's got a light lemon, faint floral, and vaguely minty taste with its sweetness that just makes the whole experience a delight and a half. The container it comes in is actually quite wide, so what we did was pour lemon juice on the top half to prep the rim, and a bit of sugar in the bottom half to coat it. In other news, I am officially too fancy to exist."
Promising review: "Can you say YUMMY? Taco Tuesdays and margaritas! The lime comes through so well with this salt. I use it for Bloody Marys as well. It is thick and chunky so it's a learning curve to get the right amount of salt on. Don't press down too hard if you don't like a lot of salt. I do like extra salt but my husband said it was a little much for him, so I have mastered just a light salt for him." —cobrajet427
Get it from Amazon for $7.90+ (available in seven flavors).
15. A cloud-shaped magnetic key holder that's a *ridiculously* cute storage solution for your keys so you can plan on never losing those sneaky bbs 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 $6.98.
16. A 100-count Mexican candy assortment to ~treat~ your mouth to the delicious holy trinity of spicy, sweet, and sour candies and satisfy your craving for a warm vacation just a little bit longer from the comfort of your couch.
Promising review: "I was looking for Mexican candy to share at the office with the staff but wanted a good variety, not just one brand. This mix bag was awesome. It was fresh and had a very good assortment of more popular brands, not just cheap fillers. It was a big hit! Everyone in the office loved them! Will definitely order them again. Cheers!" —sumgurl
Get a pack of 100 from Amazon for $23.95.
17. A make-your-own cheese set that promises to be *simply* a VERY good time. It includes everything you need for making four yummy batches of ricotta and farmer cheese that'll be ready for your charcuterie board in less than 30 minutes!
Promising review: "So fun! I sent this to myself and a friend who lives in another state. We did it together over FaceTime. Such a fun activity to do 'together.' The cheese turned out well too!" —amyleannbohner
Urban Cheesecraft is an Oregon-based small biz that specializes in make-your-own cheese kits in a variety of cheeses, including vegan options. Each kit comes with a cheesecloth, citric acid, flake salt, instructions, and "email support for life" — all you need is milk.
Get it from Urban Cheesecraft on Etsy for $22.
18. A timelessly fun tie-dye hoodie for adding some vibrant color to your loungewear — and to make you feel like you are in fact wearing a personalized rainbow.
Promising review: "This hoodie was everything I hoped and dreamed! The colors are vibrant and the hoodie is soft on the inside and nice and warm. I ordered a large because I love my hoodies to be pretty loose on me and it was perfect. If you're looking for a tie-dye hoodie this is the one." —Hannah B.
Get it from Amazon for $24.95+ (available in 22 tie-dye variants and adult sizes S–3XL, as well as kids' sizes).
19. A cult-favorite ~secret~ popcorn salt that folks in the movie theater industry swear by for that signature, deliciously buttery popcorn you can usually only find in theaters. You'll feel like you're at the big screens, even if you're home in bunny slippers.
BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord is obsessed with this popular popcorn salt: "Our family recently unearthed this because beloved To All The Boys I've Loved Before author Jenny Han mentioned that it was her secret to delicious popcorn, and it may have just wrecked me for other at-home popcorn for the rest of my life. It genuinely tastes just as salty and buttery and savory as fresh movie theater popcorn. I inhaled it so fast that every single one of my organs lit up in mild alarm."
Promising review: "I used to use Flavacol during my time working at an amusement park and popping popcorn for hungry guests, so I knew this was what the 'professionals' use. I am happy to report that using this does make your popcorn taste like it was just popped at a movie theater. I like to put a little bit of oil on my kernels, mix in some Flavacol, and then add it to the pot of oil on my stove top when it's hot enough (as opposed to sprinkling it on top of freshly popped corn, which I could see easily accidentally adding too much). It also means that I'm no longer loading up my popcorn with additional toppings like butter or plain salt. Yum!" —Kate R
Psst — there's a popular microwave popcorn maker/bowl on Amazon for $16.99 if you wanna make yours from scratch!
Get it from Amazon for $9.49.
20. A glare-free, waterproof Kindle Paperwhite sporting an adjustable warm light setting so you can get lost in a book right before bed without throwing off your circadian rhythm (or hurting your eyeballs).
This can hold thousands of books and lets you read the way you like best — you can customize it with all your favorite fonts and layouts, and organize your virtual shelves. Plus, its charge lasts weeks (plural!), and since it's waterproof, you can take it in the bathtub or pool.
Promising review: "Coming from a first-edition Paperwhite, I couldn’t be more impressed. The new Paperwhite screen is crystal clear and very responsive. The addition of the new warm amber lights is awesome, especially if you like to read before bed to help you fall asleep. Battery life is nice too, currently at 72% after two weeks of everyday for a few hours." —M.D. Ristau
Get it from Amazon for $139.99+ (available in three colors, with or without lockscreen ads, an 8GB or 16GB version, and with 3 free months of Kindle Unlimited).
21. Plus an adorable book tracker bookmark that's the perfect little treat for bookworms. It gives a visual representation of all of your reading and inspires you to read ~even more~ so you can add the title of your finished book and color in the little spine! Plus, the little sleeping cat is to DIE for!
AND since it's a bookmark, you won't need to have an internal fight with yourself about dog ear-ing your book pages anymore. (So convenient, but bad for the book!) The bookmark has 50 book spines on it.
Promising review: "What a unique bookmark! It is made with very sturdy material and has held up nicely to being colored in many times and switched between books. I ordered multiples because I know they will fill up quickly. My first one is about halfway full already! Would definitely buy again, and I've already recommended it to friends! :)" —Noelle Pecher
British Book Art is based in Bath, England, and carries a variety of book tracker bookmarks and other fun book-inspired art.
Get it from British Book Art for $3.12.
22. A waffle bowl maker (which doubles as a burrito bowl maker!!) because nothing is quite better than *eating* your dinner and dessert bowl after a delicious meal — other than not having any dishwashing to do once you're done. Watch out, Chipotle.
Promising review: "This is the ninth Dash mini appliance I've bought and I love it. It's small, enough for one person. Easy to use. Easy to clean. Heats up pretty quickly. It doesn't take too long to cook my waffle bowl. I've only done it using shredded cheese and a couple of minutes was all it needed. Need to try it with other stuff, but so far, I'm happy with it." —Geovanny & Doris
Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in four colors).
23. A set of Harry Styles-themed song cards for a gorgeous addition to your Harry's House shrine that Harry himself would love (and that might even make him blush).
Promising review: "Bought four prints and they were AMAZING! Great quality and I can’t wait to frame them for my new apartment!" —Tess
Designs by Maddie M is a Michigan-based Etsy shop that specializes in song cards for Harry Styles, One Direction, and Taylor Swift.
Get the set of 35 from Designs by Maddie M on Etsy for $35 (also available as singles for $2 each).
24. A ridiculously popular interactive "cat dancer" toy that'll simply (literally?) knock your kitty off its feet, resulting in good fun for you and your kit kat. Prepare for all the other toys you've purchased over the years to pale in comparison.
Promising review: "Simply the best cat toy you can buy. My cats go wild as soon as I pull this out. Nothing else gets them up and moving like this toy now that they’re getting older. Seems silly that they love a simple wire with a cardboard tip, but there’s something about it that’s irresistible. Buy it. Your cats will love it." —A customerrr
Get it from Amazon for $3.53.
25. A jar of stress-relief therapy dough, because whoever said Play-Doh is *just* for kids was wrong! With this uber-relaxing ~grown-up version~, you can knead, roll, and stretch your anxiety away — and customize the color and scent!
Promising review: "I love the dough. It feels amazing! I bought this to fidget with during my therapy sessions and during my online classes, and it really makes a difference! First of all the Stress Away smells like very soothing peppermint tea with hints of minty freshness. All the scents blend very nicely together. The dough itself is a lot like Play-Doh but more malleable and softer. It makes my hand feel and smell good and helps relieve a lot of anxiety and anger. Only con I can think of is that occasionally it gets stuck under my nails but that is solved easily by clipping them. 9.5/10 I strongly recommend for stress relief, anger relief, for fidgeting, for the smell and texture. The owner was very nice and helpful. Very satisfied with my purchase. I strongly recommend!!!" —K. Minton
Cosmic Soupp is a Texas-based Etsy shop established in 2018 that specializes in handcrafted goods like ornaments, jewelry, and more.
Get it from Cosmic Soupp on Etsy for $8.25 (available in eight colors and eight scents).
26. Or a set of Monkey Noodles, a quiet fidget sensory toy for adults and kids alike that you can pull, stretch, wrap, *and* squeeze. It'll help you stay focused in Zoom meetings when your mind starts to wander, help you work out some of your anxiety, and just plain add a little fun in your day-to-day. (They literally stretch up to eight feet!!)
Promising review: "Helps ADHD adults big time. I ordered these because I have ADHD and am currently working at my first full-time office job. Meetings can be tough for me focus-wise and I need something to fidget with. These have been fantastic!! I can stretch them, tie them into knots and work to undo them, and twist or twirl them. I gave my boss one as well and he seems to love it. When I get really stressed, I stretch them as tight as I can, and I haven't snapped one yet. Definitely recommend!!" —jeca848
Get a set of five from Amazon for $9.99.
27. A wine glass holder that suctions to the side of your tub or shower so you can enjoy a glass of red while bathing, basically elevating your showers or baths into the best activity ever. This masterpiece of an item also holds cans and bottles, so you're covered no matter what drink you prefer.
Promising review: "Loved how easy this was to put in my shower and use for anything from holding beverages to face wash. Gifted it to two friends and my boyfriend, who at first mocked it but now LOVES it. I’d consider traveling with it at this point." —MB Schatz
Get it from Amazon for $12.80+ (available in six colors).
28. A sweet little 3D foam dispenser to add some Disney ~magic~ to your bathroom or kitchen sink. Hygiene has never been more fun.
Promising review: "So amazing! I love the affordable nature of the product and it’s a great Disney flair to my otherwise 'normal bathroom'." —Alex K.
3D Universe is a California-based small biz created by two college students that specializes in 3D-printed homewares.
Get it from 3D Universe on Etsy for $12+ (available in 10 styles).
29. A pack of awesome mini rainbow scratch art notes that'll satisfy some first-rate childhood nostalgia and transport you back to the early '00s so fast, next thing you know you'll be holding an Otter Pop in your hand.
It comes with a wooden stylus to "scratch" (draw) with, too.
Promising review: "I bought this for myself because I enjoyed this type of doodling when I was younger — and then I decided to use them to make stress relief gift bags for my coworkers. These are VERY relaxing to do and I love that if you make a mistake, you can correct it and continue designing. I will definitely get more when they run out! UPDATE! After making 21 stress relief bags for my coworkers, all I have heard back from them is THANK YOU. These are so fun! For the price of less than $16, I brought joy and stress relief and appreciation to 21 coworkers!" —Kef000dm
Get a pack of 125 notes from Amazon for $11.43 (also available in four other shapes).
30. A drop-dead cool skull ice mold tray for anyone who wishes it was still Halloween, who loves horror movies, or just plain loves their novelty items. PS: Raiders fans will have a blast adding these to their drinks, too!
You can also use these in coffee or juice drinks, or fill the molds themselves with coffee, juice, or chocolate. They can also be used to make soaps!
Promising review: "A great gift and a fun alternative to round ice! I bought these molds as a Christmas gift for my dad. He loves circle-shaped ice cube molds and has about a half dozen of them, so I thought I'd get him something similar but a bit more badass. He likes them! The way they reflect light when they sit in a glass of bourbon makes them look so cool! A big plus side is that he's a Raiders fan, so the skull theme and black packaging were perfect for him! Silicone is an easy material to work with as well. If you're familiar with how to use round ice cube molds, I wouldn't worry in the slightest about figuring these out." —Cupcakes
Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (also available in an alien version and a larger size).
31. A pair of comfy, stylishly funky mesh sneakers reviewers swear by for standing during long shifts, running, and plain old walking. They're also viral on TikTok, so you know they're good.
Promising review: "SOOOOO COMFORTABLE. I bought these because I saw a video posted on TikTok. Never did I imagine that they would be this comfortable. I have received so many compliments on these sneakers, and I'm actually looking to purchase another pair in lime green." —awesome game
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in women's sizes 5.5–10.5 and 17 styles).
32. A delightful 100-pack of waterproof Disney-themed vinyl stickers ready to adorn your laptop, water bottle, car, notebooks, desk, and TBH any open space. Once you're done, your stuff will be nothing short of iconic.
Promising review: "They are so cute. I love these — they stuck to my car great and they are easy to take off. I have a few on my water bottle and laptop and they are so easy to take off. I just peel them off if they need to be off." —Kindle Customer
Get a pack of 100 stickers from Amazon for $6.99.
33. A 40-pack of quality velvet scrunchies in every color of the rainbow (and then some) so your ponies, buns, and braids will match all of your outfits — and even your PJs. They're super gentle, so they won't put that dreaded post-'do dent in your hair.
Promising review: "Superb. These scrunchies are literally the greatest purchase I have ever made in my life. They are so soft and definitely do not feel cheap at all and I am just amazed to get such high quality at such a low price. As someone with long, thick curly hair, scrunchies are very necessary to keep my hair up and I've always struggled trying to find ones that are both stylish and functional while still at a reasonable price. These scrunchies are freakin beautiful and they hold my hair up perfectly. While I admit I probably went a bit overboard and definitely do not need 40 scrunchies, they bring me joy and now I have a lifetime supply. Would def recommend." —Katherine
Get a pack of 40 on Amazon for $13.99.
34. A mini trampoline for indoor *and* outdoor use (!!!!) so you can hippity-hop the stress away at the end of a long day (while having the time of your life).
Promising review: "This is such a lifesaver during these at-home days. We live in an apartment and I tried to find out ways that could keep my 3-year-old active when we cannot go out. He is having a great time jumping. The trampoline is very well-made and easy to assemble. Both my hubby and I also jump on it from time to time. It somehow helps to release stress. For people who live in apartments, I would recommend the 38-inch size over the 40-inch one (of course if space is not a constraint, then I’d surely go for the bigger size). With this 38-inch one I can jump with my 3-year-old together without a problem." —Kate W
Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in three colors).
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