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    36 Brilliant Things For Your Home That Just Make Sense

    You'll wish you'd owned them sooner.

    1. A thick anti-fatigue mat that'll provide an extra cushion for your feet and save them from the cold, hard floor while you're cooking. It's also non-slip, waterproof, and super easy to clean.

    A thick long mat in front of a kitchen counter

    2. A tiny knife mat that'll safely store your sharp utensils, so you won't accidentally poke yourself when you reach into your drawer. It's a great alternative to a knife block, if you don't have space on your counter.

    An overhead photo of the knife mat inside a drawer

    3. A pack of sleek velvet hangers that'll hang every piece of clothing in your wardrobe, without taking up nearly as much space. They have a thin design compared to the thick plastic ones you already have, and the velvet coating makes them non-slip, so your tank tops and wide-necked shirts won’t fall off and make a messy pile on your closet floor.

    A bunch of clothes hanging from soft velvet hangers

    4. A sheet of light-dimming stickers that are perfect for anyone who likes to sleep in absolute darkness. They make the glowy lights from all your gadgets less intense, so you can get your beauty sleep.

    5. An elegant porcelain phone stand that'll prop up your phone when you're not using it or when you need to follow a recipe hands free. And it has a little tray you can use to stash small items like your keys or jewellery.

    A phone sitting in a U shaped ring dish

    6. A sock organizer that'll keep you from losing another sock. Just attach your socks in pairs and use the adjustable slider to secure them. It'll hold both adult and kid socks, and it comes with a hook so you can hang it up in your closet for storage.

    A person in front of a washing machine and holding a long cable cord with loops that have multiple pairs of socks hanging from them

    7. An invisible bookshelf that'll fit on any wall in your home. The L-shaped shelf is easy to install and will help you utilize your extra wall space, if you don't have room for a traditional bookshelf.

    Several floating bookshelves on a wall that are stacked with books

    8. A small bowl that'll collect scraps while you're cutting or peeling foods. It'll hold up to eight cups of food waste and comes with a 2-in-1 brush and scraper that'll help you clean your countertops without damaging them or getting your hands dirty.

    A person scraping vegetable and fruit peels into a small bin hanging off the end of a counter

    9. A pack of little furniture socks that'll protect your floors from scratches. They're made of stretchy polyester material that'll fit table and couch legs up to two inches wide. The thick felt padding on the bottom will keep your chairs from sliding, too.

    10. A pair of glass watering globes that'll keep your plant babies happy and hydrated, so you won't have to water them for a few days. They'll look like little glass stones that'll add a chic touch to your plants.

    Two glass globes sitting in a bed of plants

    11. A pack of bin liners that'll keep your fridge smelling fresh as heck. They'll absorb moisture from your fruits, keeping them ripe for longer. You can trim them to fit your bins or shelves and toss them in the washing machine when they get dirty.

    A lower bin in a refrigerator that has oranges, grapes and apples inside it The bin is lined with a spongy mat

    12. A night light that'll brighten up your bathroom like a glow stick. It'll hang from the edge of your toilet bowl and save you from having to turn on the overhead light when you use the bathroom at 2 a.m. It's motion activated, and you can choose between five brightness levels and 16 colours.

    13. A laundry basket that'll fold flat when you're not using it. It has two sturdy handles and can hold up to two full loads of laundry, making it the perfect basket for anyone who doesn't have an ensuite washer and has to go to a laundromat.

    14. A wooden tray that'll declutter all the small items you keep in your front entryway. It has a rack for your mail or glasses, a hook to hold your keys, and a phone stand with a slot that'll fit your charging cord.

    Small items like sunglasses, a phone, keys, and a wallet on a wooden tray

    15. A nifty food wrap box organizer that'll give you a space to keep all your freezer bags, aluminum foil, and plastic wrap. You can stack four on each side and the wire shelves are adjustable, so you can fit boxes of any size. And if you flip the boxes on their sides, it’ll make for a handy bag and wrap dispenser.

    Two boxes of plastic food bags stacked on a small organizer and three boxes are stacked on the other side

    16. A drying mat that's so chic, it'll make you actually want to wash the dishes. It's made of thick microfibre that is super absorbent, so your countertops will stay bone dry.

    A thick drying mat with clean dishes on it

    17. A cabinet tray that'll spin like a lazy Susan and save you from reaching to the back of your cupboard or fridge for your food items. And it has a non-slip surface, so your jars and bottles won't fall off when you're spinning it.

    18. A ceramic hook that you can place literally anywhere in your home to help organize small items like headphones, keys, or towels. It has an adhesive backing that you can remove easily, and without damaging your walls.

    A small hook attached to a tiled wall with a wooden brush hanging from it

    19. A toilet paper holder that'll save floor space because it clips over the tank. It's a great alternative if you don't have a lot of space in your bathroom, and reviewers say it'll hold large rolls of toilet paper.

    20. A bedside organizer that’ll hold all those random items you usually keep on the floor by your bed. It has two small holes at the bottom corners for your electronic cords, so you'll be able to charge your phone or laptop while you sleep.

    A felt folder hanging from a bed frame with  a book, a remote and a pair of glasses organized inside

    21. A pack of durable rubber twist ties that'll keep all the cords near your desk or TV neat and tidy. They come in a variety of colours and lengths to fit anything from headphones to extension cords.

    A bunch of cables bundled up with rubber cords wrapped around them

    22. A shower caddy with stretchy baskets that'll fit all your bathroom essentials. It's made of rust-proof silicone and has two rubber hooks to hang it on your shower head or curtain rod.

    A two tiered shower caddy hanging from a shower hose

    23. A Squatty Potty that'll make it WAY easier to poop. The stool will help you into a comfortable squatting position, which is supposed to be better for your body than sitting. Reviewers say it helps reduce the amount of time they spend in the bathroom.

    A small stool sitting in front of a toilet

    24. A pack of adhesive strips that'll transform any wall or door in your kitchen into a spice rack. They'll hold most round jars and they'll free up space on your counter or in your cupboards.

    25. A push-up measuring cup that's perfect for sticky ingredients like butter and honey, so you won't have to scrape them out with a spatula. It'll hold up to two cups of food, and you can still use it to measure dry ingredients!

    26. A clever drain cover that’ll keep water from escaping your tub when you’re having a bath. The ring of suction creates a perfect seal around the overflow drain, transforming your regular tub into the deep-soaking bathtub of your dreams.

    A round plastic cover placed over an overflow drain in the bathtub

    27. A collapsible colander that will stand the test of time — and save space in your cupboards, too. It can extend right over the sink, making fruit rinsing and pasta straining easier than ever.

    A large silicone colander resting on the edge of a the sink and filled with broccoli

    28. A cutlery organizer that won't take up an entire drawer. Each section stacks perfectly on top of the other, creating more space for the rest of your kitchen tools.

    A rectangular utensil organizer that only takes up half a kitchen drawer There are four sections and each is filled with metal cutlery

    29. A pair of tiny beauty spatulas that'll help you get every last drop of your beauty products out of your bottles, so you won't have to replace them right away. And when the containers are cleaned out, they'll be in the perfect condition to be recycled.

    30. A wireless LED light strip that'll brighten all the dark corners in your house where a lamp can't go. The light comes with removable sticky tape, so you can place it on any wall or surface.

    31. A sink caddy that'll keep your cleaning supplies within reach. It's made of flexible rubber that'll mould itself to the shape of your sink and it has perforated holes, so your sponges can dry properly.

    A small brush in a rubber sling hanging from the sink

    32. A roll of reusable double-sided tape that'll come in handy for any DIY project you're planning to do. You can mount picture frames instead of using screws or hooks, tape carpets or rugs to the floor so you don’t trip on them, or put it under your chairs and sofas to keep them from moving around.

    33. A pack of eco-friendly sponges that are so durable, you won't need to replace them as often as regular sponges. They have a thick polyester filling that reviewers say are very absorbent. The covers are made of bamboo fibres and have different textures on each side, so you can wipe, wash, and scrub any surface in your kitchen.

    Two thick kitchen sponges with one soft side and one quilted side

    34. A foldable cutting board that'll help you transfer your chopped veggies and spices into the pan when you're cooking. It'll lay flat while you're cutting and transforms into a funnel when you grip the handle.

    35. A foldable cup caddy that'll hang over the spout of your favourite laundry detergent to prevent dripping or spilling. It locks in place to keep it from moving and you can fold it up when you're not using it.

    36. And finally, a pack of elastic bed sheet clips that are as sturdy as Steve Urkel's rainbow suspenders. The metal fasteners attach easily to your sheets to keep them from rolling up and they’re adjustable, so they’ll fit any bed or sheet size.

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