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    31 Things That Must Have Been Designed By Geniuses

    A heatless curling rod headband, a solidifying powder to make disposing of cooking oil easier, a size-adjustable rolling pin, and other *super* smart products.

    1. two-sided travel cup because two beverages are better than one, especially when you can hold them both in one hand! Simply fill each totally separate compartment with the drinks of your choice, and say goodbye to juggling your iced coffee, water, seltzer, iced tea, and other bevvies in separate containers!

    reviewer holding the creative water cup, which is filled with iced coffee on one side and water on the other
    gif of reviewer turning the creative water cup filled with two beverages upside down to show that it doesn't leak

    Check it out on TikTok here!

    Promising review: "You NEED this. This product is AMAZING. When I run errands, I hate bringing both a water bottle and coffee tumbler. This product solves that issue. I ran it through my dishwasher to clean it, and the plastic didn’t morph at all. 10/10 recommend!" —Megan Huffman

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in three colors). 

    2. A two-pack of reusable mop pads for anyone who's sick of repeatedly wasting money on single-use, disposable pads. Plus, these are made with extra-thick microfiber, making them even more absorbent!

    Reviewer holding dirty mop pad after cleaning
    Reviewer's Swiffer with mop pad attached

    They're compatible with the original Swiffer Sweeper!

    Turbo Mops is a family-run small business that wants to help you live (and clean) more sustainably.

    Promising review: "The Velcro closure alone is worth the purchase. It was really easy to put on (no more pinched fingers), and the hold is very strong. No more having to handle the dirty, drippy sheets to try to reattach them in the middle of cleaning the floor. I noticed that my floors are cleaner because the microfiber absorbs more and doesn't just push the grime around the floor. Also, these can be washed in the washing machine for the next use." —Rosemary Patterson

    Get a pack of two on Amazon for $12.06.

    3. Some Miracle-Gro indoor plant food spikes to ~miraculously~ nourish and save even the plants you thought were goners for sure.

    Model pushing a plant spike into the soil in a planter containing a plant
    Amazon

    Each spike can be used for 30–60 days, depending on the season.

    Promising review: "I always kill my plants but I decided to try again. I just bought five houseplants, and three of them were marked down because they were looking pretty puny. Since I tend to kill them anyway, I figured I would give them a try and save some money. I put one of these spikes in each plant and they all looked so much healthier and happier after just a couple of days. I also added one spike to the only houseplant that I've had for years without killing (I was beginning to think it was artificial) the leaves looked healthier almost immediately. I'm very happy with this product and it was a great price." —victoria

    Get 48 spikes from Amazon for $5.69.

    4. An Apple AirTag so you can easily track your bag's location if the airline decides to send your checked luggage to Rome while you're headed to Paris. 

    Promising reviews: "Works well, traveled to Brazil from the USA. They worked all the time, and I did not have any problems. Was able to track all my luggage individually with a tag in each one!" —Wayne

    Get it from Amazon for $29.

    5. A single-handed tape dispenser that'll make you wonder why you ever struggled with any other kind. Now, you can quickly and easily wrap gifts, seal up envelopes, and more while making them look *way* neater. Simply pull the trigger to release the tape, and let the trigger go to cut the tape — it's that simple!

    Promising review: "My last tape dispenser was awful. Threading the tape through the mechanism was a PITA. The gears and springs would fall out when you opened the damn thing. Eventually, the tape started to cling to the roller and would rip the paper I was trying to tape. This design is great; the tape self threads itself when you put it on the rubber bands, the tape stays on the inside of the device until you press the trigger to release it, the tape self cuts when you let go of the trigger. Everything can be done with one hand. Wonderful!" —Billster

    Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in four colors).

    6. Souper Cubes freezer tray so you can store soup or sauce in convenient single-serving portions that make it easy to defrost *only* the amount you need! Each tray has four spaces that fit one cup of liquid each.

    The five-compartment teal container that looks like a large ice cube tray, with a perfectly rectangular block of frozen soup next to it
    A reviewer's trays full of stew, one with the lid on and one with it off

    They're BPA-free, dishwasher-safe, and have fill lines on the side of the compartments for half and full cups. 

    Promising review: "LOVE LOVE LOVE. My freezer is so much more organized now. Gone are the days of having to defrost an entire bag of chicken broth for one cup for a recipe. I now have perfectly portioned 1/2-cup and 1-cup blocks ready to go. They fit easily in freezer bags, take up less space, and make me incredibly happy. There was a lot of attention to detail put into the design and I particularly appreciate the wire inside the rim that holds everything steady — no more worrying about spilling all the liquid on the way to the freezer. Just a fantastic product all around. I purchased this and a cheaper version from another manufacturer at the same time but returned the other product. This one is definitely worth the added cost." —Kate

    Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in three colors and multipacks).

    7. A versatile and super plush cat bed/tunnel combo your feline friends will love snoozing *and* playing around in. It can be assembled into a circle, S-shape, or a semi-circle, making it easy to fit into a variety of spaces — especially if you don’t have room for both a bed and a separate play area for your cats. 

    the bed / tunnel in three different formations
    Amazon

    Promising review: "The fur babies are in love. It's so easy to put together, extra soft, and hands down the BEST cat toy I’ve ever gotten them. They love running through the inside and hiding from each other, or playing with the hanging ball. It keeps them busy for hours, and they love sleeping in the center part, which is very pillow-like. If you are debating this purchase, believe me when I say just buy it now." —Lp

    Get it from Amazon for $39.99.

    8. A magnetic ironing pad you can simply snap directly onto your washer or dryer instead of having to store and drag out a bulky ironing board!

    Promising review: "If you're like me and living in a space that doesn't have a ton of room let alone space for a big old ironing board, this is the perfect solution. This mat easily sticks with the magnets to the top of the dryer. It's a great space-saving solution. If you're looking to minimize, this is what you want!" —JD

    Get it from Amazon for $13.87.

    9. Crave Naturals Detangling Brush designed to glide through wet *or* dry hair while gently separating tangles (instead of tugging or ripping through them like other brushes) — all thanks to the firm but flexible bristles and unique cone shape that makes this brush a great option for kids *and* adults!

    Black reviewer with 3c-4a showing how the brush hels detangle without messing up curl pattern
    A detangling brush with a shape that curves similar to an 'S' shape. It has bristles along the entire surface.

    Promising review: "This is the BEST detangler EVER!!! Do not use on dry hair though if you have curly or wavy hair. It will straighten your hair and leave it frizzy. But, use this in the shower with your conditioner and you can finger comb your hair, air dry if possible, and your waves and curls will be the best ever!" —TDHokey

    Get it from Amazon for $12.49+ (available in five colors).

    10. A pair of gardening gloves with claws  that'll give you *way* more digging power than you ever thought you'd possess. Reviewers love how much easier this makes digging holes for planting, digging up weeds, and even raking leaves! 

    Model using gloves with claws to garden
    Model showing glove claws in garden
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I laughed when I first saw the picture of this item. I thought, well if they don’t work, I’ll use them for a costume. But they are amazing at pulling weeds. I use mine for those pesky weeds in the rocks. One pull and you get root and all." —cynthia Williams

    Get it from Amazon for $6.36+ (available in two colors and as a pack of two).

    11. And a padded kneeler to help anyone who gets sore after spending a long time on their knees while gardening (or hates their clothes getting all dirty). The handles can help make it easier to stand back up when you're done, and it even flips into a seat for when you need a little break! Stow your gardening tools in the side pockets, and you're ready to go!

    Reviewer's garden kneeler flipped for kneeling, with pockets on the sides full of their tools
    Reviewer's garden kneeler flipped as a chair next to their garden

    Promising review: "This is perfect for when you need to pull weeds, plant or clean up flowerbeds, or pick berries. We are seniors, and it helps us get up off the ground. If we didn’t have this, we would be sitting on the ground until one of us could pull the other up. It is the best item we have ever bought." —CSD

    Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in three colors and in two versions).

    12. A clip-on strainer that'll take the ~strain~ out of straining noodles. It's flexible, cleans up easy, and can be attached to cookware of almost any size!

    reviewer pic of the strainer attached to a pot draining water out of pasta
    Gif of using the colander to strain water out of a pot it's attached to

    Promising review: "Love, love, love this pasta strainer!!! My husband and I hate cleaning out the strainer, so I ordered this to make life easier. OMG, does it make life easier!!! If this ever breaks, I’ll be ordering another! It’s very sturdy and easy to use. Absolutely love it!" —ShylohsRedShadow

    Get it from Amazon for $12.45+ (available in three colors). 

    13. magnetic lash kit for anyone who hates struggling with falsies that require glue and are a hassle to put on. With these, all you have to do is apply the magnetic eyeliner just like any liquid eyeliner, and then place the magnetic eyelash right on top, where it'll instantly attach all by itself!

    reviewer applying the black magnetic eyeliner
    same reviewer showing close-up of applied lashes

    You'll get five differing styles of *reusable* lashes to meet your different needs, and two tubes of magnetic eyeliner.

    Promising review: “They look beautiful. I am so impressed with these lashes. This is the first time I have tried magnetic eyelashes, and they work so well. I tend to wear them once a week or so. They are all fun and so easy to put on. I have had these for a couple of months, and they still work great! I suggest cleaning them after each use with makeup remover like Neutrogena (the one with the oil in it that you have to shake), and they come out beautiful and clean. When putting them on, I did discover with trial and error to first put the eyeliner on and then let it dry by doing other makeup or getting dressed. Then, after that is set, put them on. I have small eyes so I found putting them on too close to the inner corner of the eye can be irritating to me and bothersome when I blink. If I put them a tiny bit away from the inner eye, they work beautifully. I would definitely buy these again!" —Holly

    Get an eight-piece set from Amazon for $17.99 (also available in larger set sizes).

    14. A pair of detergent cap trays if you're tired of your economy-sized containers dripping all over and making a mess of your laundry room. These trays will catch the drips *and* hold the cups, so you can stop having to wipe gobs of fabric softener off of the floor. 

    Tidy Cup is a woman-owned and family-owned small business founded by Julie Reinhold. Her ingenious little drip catchers are made in the USA and can easily be cleaned by rinsing with warm water.

    Promising review: "The Tidy Cup is so simple, and yet, I completely love it! I have spent years cleaning the drips from the top of my washing machine due to my super sized, side-sitting detergent dispensers. It’s so time consuming to clean thick, soapy detergent off of the machines. So far, this has done the trick! It catches all the drips, and keeps track of the cup I usually keep losing. It’s easy to pop back off to rinse in a sink. This is one of those completely silly, cheap doodads that you wish you had owned forever, and don’t want to ever be without again." —R

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $12 (also available as a pack of one). 

    15. A set of compression packing cubes that'll help you fit a LOT more stuff in your suitcase than you thought was possible. They work similarly to a vacuum sealer to save you a *shocking* amount of space... even if you always pack more clothes than you actually end up wearing. They come in different sizes ideal for everything from jackets and sweaters to socks and underwear, and there's even a spot to put a little card on the front so you can label what's in what!

    stack of thick sweaters and then it in the compression cube
    the full cube and then showing it zipped and compact

    Just be sure to look up any weight restrictions on carry-on luggage!

    Promising review: "These bags are amazing! Everything fits, and the compression keeps everything in order and leaves space for last-minute additions. No more emptying the suitcase looking for an item. So easy and organized. My travel life just became 100% easier! Highly recommend them." —LYNN vT

    Get a pack of six from Amazon for $39.99 (available in a variety of colors and as a pack of two or four).

    16. A Shark Tank-approved pair of weighted bangles you can wear on your wrists or ankles to add a little extra workout to everyday activities like cooking, cleaning, running errands, taking walks, scrolling through your phone, doing other exercises, and more!

    Reviewer wearing the bracelet weights on their arm in color charcoal
    Reviewer's set of weighted bracelets in color monochromatic sage

    Here's why former BuzzFeed Shopping writer Brittany Ross loves these: 

    "I got the 2-pound weights as a Christmas gift, and as someone who is ~not~ the most enthusiastic when it comes to most forms of exercise, I think these are a great option if you want to get a little more out of even a simple walk around the block. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing with their pretty colors and matte finish, but they're also quite comfortable, given that they're adding extra resistance to your movements. I highly recommend if you want to make things a little more challenging for yourself while feeling good about wearing them in public. I got several compliments on them while I was out and about!"

    Promising review: "I fell in love with the color selection and decided to give them a shot. They're one of my favorite purchases to date, because I use these ALL. THE. TIME. When I'm cleaning, organizing, or doing little chores around the house, I slip these on for subtle extra resistance, and when I'm doing bodyweight workouts, I have them on. They are so comfortable, and I can tell they've been helping me. I can't recommend them enough. <3" —Ashley

    Get a set of two weights from Amazon for $55+ (available in eight colors and as one or two pounds).

    17. A suede and nubuck-cleaning brush capable of fighting water stains all on its own so you can breathe a sigh of relief after getting stuck in the rain or snow wearing your favorite shoes.

    a reviewer photo of a pair of black suede boots covered in dirt
    a reviewer photo of the same boots now clean

    You can totally use it with another cleaner or spray if you want, but it seems like reviewers have success without! It just takes some elbow grease.

    Promising review: "I am very impressed with this product. I was new to suede shoes and instantly regretted buying a gray-colored shoe once I got them dirty. Luckily I found this lovely thing. Very easy to use, straightforward packet comes with it that tells you which sides to use and when. I would definitely recommend this. Since you invest so much in those shoes you might as well keep them nice and clean!" —Celeste

    Get it from Amazon for $6.99.

    18. blackout stamp roller that makes it quick and easy to cover up personal and sensitive info on mail and documents instead of scribbling over everything with a marker. Now, you'll finally be able to get rid of that steadily growing stack of papers without feeling like you're encouraging the universe to hit you with a case of identity theft. 

    Check it out on TikTok here!

    Each swipe can cover about three lines of text, making it impossible to read from the front or back. Each roller gives up to 1,000 impressions. When it's *finally* time for a refill, you can purchase extra cartridges here

    Promising review: "I read a lot of mixed reviews of other rollers before deciding on this one. Some people mentioned the small size as a problem, but for me, it's a plus. I don't have room for a big gadget. I was also put off by rollers that spread the word CONFIDENTIAL, drawing attention to what you're trying to hide. This one uses a pattern of letters that leaves an unintelligible black thicket of lines. I use it every day, and while it still has plenty of ink, I'm glad it is refillable. Highly recommended! Now, I can recycle things I used to have to shred and discard." —rainforest

    Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in five colors, as well as in multipacks). 

    19. A pack of vacuum-sealed storage bags for those things you never really wear or use, but can't seem to get rid of. Now you can store your extra clothes, towels, blankets, and more without the usual bulk so you'll have an easier time finding somewhere to fit them.

    BuzzFeed Shopping reviewer's before picture of a pile of sweaters
    The same BuzzFeed Shopping reviewer's sweaters, but compressed in the vacuum storage bag
    Maitland Quitmeyer / BuzzFeed

    Maitland Quitmeyer, a member of the BuzzFeed Shopping team, LOVES these! Here's what she has to say: "WHY didn't I buy these vacuum storage bags sooner?? I chose the large size (as opposed to the biggest size, called 'jumbo') because it seemed easier to move and store — jumbo is probably perfect for bedding, duvets, etc! And just one large bag was plenty to store 9 or 10 *very* large winter sweaters — all collapsed down to a fraction of their size. And it was surprisingly effortless, too! I am literally going to order another pack of five today — my closet game is forever changed!!!"

    Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in four sizes and as a five pack).

    Read her full review of the vacuum-sealed storage bags in "Just 7 Things You'll Want To Try In June."

    20. A pack of FryAway Waste Cooking Oil Solidifier Powder that makes it much easier to dispose of cooking oil, which should *never* be poured down the drain. Simply add this powder to the pan once you're done cooking, and it will solidify up to eight cups of oil so you can easily scoop it out and toss it straight into the trash — problem solved!

    A customer review photo of the pack of Fry Away for pan frying
    gif of reviewer using a spoon to remove the oil from a pan

    Promising review: "Quite impressive. After making some fries, we added a packet to the hot oil and stirred a few times. Maybe 10 minutes later, we checked the pan, and the oil had solidified. Using a wood spoon, we easily removed the solid and put it in the trash. I will always make sure to keep a pack of FryAway in our pantry. Highly recommended." —Ryan O.

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes).

    21. A hard-boiled egg timer to take the guesswork out of making perfect hard-boiled eggs. Simply place this timer right in the water with your eggs, and it will change color to indicate ~egg-zactly~ how done the eggs are! 

    Promising review: "Is this 100% necessary? No...however, it does make one thing a little easier for me in the morning. Instead of watching the pot and waiting for the water to boil to start the timer, you can just put the NobelEgg in the pot with your eggs, start the heat, and just wait for your eggs to be done. Can't wait to give some as gifts!" —BaileyBoo

    Get it from Amazon for $8.49.

    22. "The Ring Thing" — a waterproof ring holder so you can rest assured that your ring is safe and sound when traveling or at the gym. It has a padded inner base for extra protection and three separators so you can stash multiple rings inside of it without them touching each other. Simply attach it to your bag, keychain, or belt loop for a little more peace of mind! 

    A small purple dome-shaped storage piece with a cylinder holding several rings and a lid to twist on top of it
    Ring Thing Designs/Etsy

    Ring Thing Designs is a California-based Etsy shop that specializes in ring storage, and donates a portion of each sale to anti-human trafficking nonprofits. 

    Promising review: "Great concept, execution, and delivery!! I bought five for various daughters and daughters-in-law for their beautiful rings when they exercise or travel. So convenient and helpful in safeguarding their precious items...They LOVE! Thank you so much for making such a wonderful product at a reasonable price and quick delivery!" —Celia Flynn

    Get it from Ring Thing Designs on Etsy for $19.95 (available in six colors). 

    23. A FURemover squeegee broom that reviewers say attracts hair like a magnet. All that fur and fuzz hiding deep in your carpet is no match for this thing, and while pet hair is the focus, it'll do an impressive job cleaning up water, dirt, and dust too.

    A photo of the Furemover squeegee broom being held over a blue and pink-printed rug. The broom has a yellow stick and the squeegee part is black. There's a clump of hair that's been presumably corralled by the squeegee.
    A photo of the same yellow and black squeegee broom on a hardwood floor with a big clump of hair that's presumably been corralled by the broom.

    Promising review: "I really didn’t expect this to work. We’ve had short-haired cats for years and I had a rubber upholstery brush that never seemed to do anything. Well, we recently got a dog — a black Great Pyrenees mix. There is fur everywhere. Our downstairs is all hard flooring with area rugs and I hate lugging my Shark vacuum every couple of days but just daily sweeping with a regular broom wasn’t cutting it. 

    I decided to take a chance on this broom and I am so happy I did. It takes some elbow grease but it gets the fur off the area rug in my living room... Not only is it great for getting the fur off rugs, but it’s also even better on the hard floors. My regular broom catches some of the hair (which I then have to clean off by hand) but much of it just swirls away in the breeze the sweeping creates. This broom actually collects even the tiny stray hairs and deposits them in the dust pile without me having to get my hands dirty (literally)." —Sarah R.

    Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in multiple styles, sizes, and in different sets; replacement pieces also available).

    24. A versatile adjustable rolling pin with a variety of different-sized removable discs that make it easy to customize for whatever thickness you need! Whether you’re making pizza, cookies, pie, biscuits, or any other foods that might require a rolling pin, this one will help make it *much* easier to keep a consistent thickness that'll bake much more evenly!

    The rolling pin with all the discs removed
    Cookies with consistent thickness after using the rolling pin
    the rolling pin

    Promising review: "I recently got into baking shortbread cookies, and rolling them out to a uniform thickness can be really tough with a normal rolling pin. I have been loving this product! Its main body is a nice wood, and the discs and screw on the sides are a durable, hard plastic, so it's incredibly easy to keep clean. I've been able to roll out dough and have it be the perfect uniform thickness. My cookies come out looking a lot nicer and bake more evenly. It's exactly what I needed to add to my baking supplies!" —Cheryl P

    Get it from Amazon for $23.55+ (available in blue or multicolor).

    25. A SockDock for anyone whose socks love to just up and disappear during the laundry process. Not anymore! Simply attach your socks to the SockDock, and toss the whole thing in the washer and dryer to make sure no one escapes! Plus, you can also hang it from a doorknob, hamper, or in your closet to store your clean socks in between wash cycles.

    SockDock is a small business founded by Kevin Bunn in March 2017 after he got so frustrated losing socks while doing laundry. 

    Promising review: "For the last six years, I have lost literally dozens of socks. No one would fess up to having them stuffed in their drawers or crammed underneath their beds. So, it must be the sock gnomes or if you are familiar with Family Guy. I have been using the SockDock for about a month, I've washed about three or four loads and guess what, not one sock lost. It does take some commitment to load soiled socks on the tree, but it's worth the effort. They come out of the wash, and you just hang them up and pull fresh ones off. I highly recommend if you can commit yourself to the process." —S. Peterson

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

    26. heatless curling rod headband so you can achieve perfect curls without potentially damaging your hair with heat. All you have to do is wrap your hair around the headband before going to bed (it's comfy to sleep with), and you'll wake up with curls so nice — you'll think you're still in dreamland!

    reviewer showing the cheetah print headband on their head with hair wrapped around it
    the same reviewer showing their curly hair after taking the headband off

    The set includes a curling rod, two hair scrunchies, a claw hair clip, and two duckbill hair clips to set it in place. You can use this on all hair types, but reviewers say it works best when used with damp hair!

    Promising review: "Before purchasing, I’d seen a lot of reviews and tutorials on TikTok showing the results. My hair is thick, coarse, and naturally wavy, so I figured this might be a good alternative to rollers that are time-consuming to put in, difficult to sleep in, and ultimately not worth it. And MAN was I right to be hopeful. Wrap pieces of damp hair around it before bed, the tighter the wrap, the tighter the curl. Easy to sleep in since there’s nothing on the back of your head, and my curls are BOUNCY the next morning. My only complaint is that it doesn’t help give any top-volume, but nothing some teasing can’t fix. 10/10. I’ll never go back to a curling iron." —Mariah

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in six colors). 

    27. An anti-soggy cereal bowl with two separate sections for cereal and milk to revolutionize your breakfast experience! It's also great for any other foods you might wanna put in the same bowl without them oozing into each other. Maybe you want soup *and* salad, or two different types of soup. Chips and dip? No problem! Curry and rice? You got it! This microwave- and dishwasher-safe bowl might be your new favorite thing to eat out of.

    Reviewer's split cereal bowl with milk and cereal separated
    Reviewer's split bowl used for soup and salad

    Promising review: "This product is something I didn’t know I needed. It’s like the creator crawled into my soul and found the deepest desire of my heart and then invented it. If you think I’m being dramatic, you should try soggy cereal and then eat cereal from THIS bowl. I’ll take 30 more, please, and hand them out as gifts." —Sarah F.

    Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors and in packs of two or three).

    28. The Car Seat Key for anyone with long nails who has a tough time unclipping their little one's car seat buckle. Now, you can do it without struggling or breaking a nail, *and* you can even hook the tool onto your keychain so you won't forget it!

    reviewer holding the car seat key in black
    reviewer showing how the car seat key works to help unbuckle a car seat if you have long nails

    Promising review: "After I had my first child almost a year ago, I stopped getting acrylic nails because I couldn't get him out of his car seat without struggling or breaking a nail. I’d have to get them as an overlay or extra short. But I saw this product on TikTok and had to try it out, and OMG!! It works! It took me a while to figure out the best angle to get him out with it, but once I did, I went to the nail shop expeditiously!! LOL, if you’ve been thinking about this for a while, GET IT! It’s worth it!" —Tora318

    Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in five colors). 

    29. A glow-in-the-dark protective Fire Stick case here to help solve the age-old question "has anyone seen the remote??" It also has anti-slip ridges on the bottom, making it less likely to fall off of your couch or bed to begin with!

    A green silicone case glowing over a Fire Stick remote
    The remote tucked into a blanket and glowing visibly

    Check out a TikTok of the glow-in-the-dark case in action. 

    Promising review: "It’s a thin silicone case that slips right on and has holes for all buttons and the microphone in the right places. It also has raised dots on the back to make it easy to grip. With the easy-to-see color, I no longer lose my remote in the couch cushions. Highly recommend." —S. Mizrahi

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in six colors). 

    30. A handmade hand-warming mug with a little pocket you can slip your fingers into for extra warmth when it's chilly out!

    Reviewer's mug, showing the ergonomic pocket
    Reviewer drinking out of the mug with their fingers tucked inside the mug's pocket

    Clay in Motion is a family-run pottery studio based in Oregon. Since 1981, Bob and Corina Neher have been throwing, firing, and glazing functional pieces.

    Promising review: "This is like sending your friend a hug every time they use it. I bought this to replace wifey's favorite mug that broke. It's just right. It feels so good when you hold it. The colors are warm and shade beautifully into each other, giving a pleasing subtle grading effect. Washing it is a bit weird, as the cup is also shaped differently inside, but it's easy to wash up since there are no hidden areas. This is her new favorite mug, hit it out of the park with its beautiful design. Bit pricey, but y'know, when it's perfect, you accept that." —kevin

    Get it from Amazon for $33.94 (available in 16 colors and in a left-handed style).

    31. An auto-shutoff outlet so you can stop having that moment of panic when you're out of the house and can't remember if you turned off your curling iron or straightener. All you have to do is plug this little gadget into your outlet, plug your device in, and set the timer so you can rest assured that it will shut off automatically. It's also great for lamps, slow cookers, and other electronics!

    a flat iron plugged into the outlet
    a lamp plugged into the outlet
    Amazon

    Promising review: "I'm very pleased with this. I use it mainly for at-home hair styling. I often like to leave my styling wand on for last-minute touch ups before leaving early in the morning but, in haste, I often get on the freeway and worry that I forgot to unplug it. No more worries with this attached to the plug. I wish I'd gotten it sooner." —JDubya

    Get it from Amazon for $11.60.

    Some reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.