1. A wrapping paper cutter with a built-in ribbon curler to make gifting season a lot more efficient. This speedy thing has an inconspicuous blade that cuts through paper like butter (while still being safe and easy to use) *and* it has a beaver tail that aids in creating crisp, folded edges. Santa's workshop, who?
2. A wine stain removing spray that defeats every ~eventuality~ and works on anything from vino to coffee stains. So rest assured your all-white, Pinterestworthy decor is safe this season — even if it happens to be in Aunt Judy's splash zone.
3. A quick-fix light tester if you're someone who becomes a total Grinch at the sight of a blown light set. This works like a champ to reset defective bulbs that are messing up your tree display. Simply plug the light into this gadget and boom: bulb *and* display look as good as new.
4. A set of shelf bins that'll transform your chaotic mess of groceries into a fridge worthy of making an appearance on MTV's Cribs. Plus, you'll actually be able to see what ingredients you're stocked up on, so you don't end up piling in doubles of the things you forgot you bought last week.
5. Command decorating clips to securely hold up garlands, fairy lights, and pictures well into the new year. And these lil' stickies will allow you to decorate sans damage, since their foam backs can be peeled off as easily as they're plopped on.
6. An eco-friendly oven scrub created so you can actually watch your mains and sides come to life. Because eyes are the window to the soul, and oven doors are the window to your bubbling mac 'n' cheese... That you can *finally* see thanks to a blend of plant- and mineral-derived cleaning agents that cut through burned-on goop.
7. A teeth-whitening pen to ensure your pearly whites stay sparkling white in between the days of guzzling down caffeine and wine all in the name of holiday cheer. Keep this easy-to-use pen (that lightens teeth by four to eight shades) close by for all the picture-taking opps you have lined up.
8. A holiday-approved knit dress best defined as a "multitasker." Because *shh* no one has to know that you're planning on wearing it to a bunch of potlucks and your S.O.'s holiday party. Some say sweater vests, turtleneck sweaters, and leather jackets do a great job of disguising it as three different 'fits.
9. A bag holder, aka the gift of more hands. Arm yourself with this so you can snag those additional desserts to feed all the extra mouths that are coming into town (as well as making it up the three flights of stairs to your apartment without the wrist ache or multiple trips).
10. A single-handed tape dispenser that, I don't know, seems like it was created by a wizard to help you wrap gifts with ease *and* in record time.
11. A set of shatterproof ornaments featuring 30 assorted baubles filled with sequins and tinsel that you'll probably want to stock up on ahead of the rush. And don't worry, these perform well under pressure — especially against your feline who can't help but play (read: attack) your heavily embellished tree.
12. A plastic cutting board you can dice and slice on like a pro. The bonus? This nifty thing folds into a funnel so you can just ::arm gesture:: *schoop* up all those veggies and plop 'em in the pot in one fluid motion.
13. A reusable pet hair remover so you and your guests can finally sit on your couch in your black jeans and leggings *without* looking like you're trying to coordinate your holiday 'fit with your cute little fur baby. So long to the days of hastily attacking yourself from head to toe with the lint roller as your doorbell rings.
Promising review: "I was cautiously optimistic, but this tool is as effective as everyone is saying. My couches, and especially my recliner, look brand-new. It takes little to no effort to use. Just use it in a 'scrubbing' type motion, and it catches and traps the fur (and other small debris, such as crumbs...) in the little compartment. Pop it open, empty it out. Done." —Ian K.
Get it from Amazon for $28.95.
14. A leave-in conditioning spray for curly hair to turn your little one's bed head into a bed full of fanciful curls and ringlets that's holiday-card ready. This stuff will gently detangle and restore their tresses quickly and all without the stress *or* use of harsh and nasty chemicals.
Reviewers say this spray will leave wavy or curly hair (from 2a–4c hair) shiny, soft, and bouncy. And it's free from parabens, sulfates, phthalates, synthetic colors or dyes, propylene glycol, gluten, wheat, and nuts!
Promising review: "This is the BEST product EVER! I will never use another hair detangler ever again. We use this product daily in my house, my daughter, my son, and I. Both of us girls have long and thick curly hair, and it allows us to brush through our hair with no problems! And my son mostly uses it to style his hair before gel, and because it smells so good! We tried a few products from Walmart, Ulta, and Target, and nothing was good enough. This is now on my Subscribe & Save every month!" —Tamira McLelland
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in a two-pack).