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    24 Fun Things That'll Give You Something To Do If You're Feeling Bored

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    1. A tub of semi-permanent hair colour, if you've been dyeing to change up your look. The vibrant colours will last up to six weeks, and the formula is free of peroxide and ammonia, so it won't damage your hair. And FYI, Hayley Williams is the founder of this line, and she's practically the queen of hair dye.

    2. A handheld version of the iconic arcade game Pac-Man. It has one and two player modes, with a functional joystick and original sound effects. Plus, it comes with batteries, so you can start playing right away.

    3. A Disney+ subscription, so you can stream all your favourite shows and movies. You'll be able to watch childhood classics from Disney and Pixar like The Lion King and Toy Story, as well as films from the iconic franchises of Star Wars and Marvel.

    4. A recipe book that'll teach you ALL the ways to use Nutella in your cooking. From irresistible macaroons to tasty cheesecakes and treats for kids, there's something for every kind of sweet tooth.

    5. An oversized blanket that's basically a fruit-themed version of Twister. It even comes with a little spinner, so you can start a fun and flexibility-testing game at any time.

    6. A HelloFresh subscription box that'll spice up your menu if your ideas for dinner have gotten a bit stale. There are many recipes to choose from, including vegetarian options, and you'll receive a box of pre-portioned ingredients, so nothing goes to waste. And everything gets delivered right to your front door. Bon appétit!

    7. This cute macaron-shaped LED lamp, so you can give yourself a flawless at-home gel mani whenever you want. It can fit four fingers at a time and cure nails in 30 seconds. It also comes with two mini gel polishes, so you can start right away.

    8. An electronic brush cleaner that'll motivate you to wash your brushes before you put them away. The spinning wand will clean and dry ALL of them in less than 15 minutes and comes with eight attachments that'll fit a variety of different makeup brushes.

    9. A small album that'll encourage to organize all your instant photos. One page holds up to four pictures on each side, and it's designed like a binder with metal rings that you can easily snap open and closed.

    10. A scratch-off bucket list that'll challenge you to watch 100 movies. There are a variety of genres like action, comedy, drama, and romance. And once you've finished each activity, you can have the satisfaction of scratching off the silvery coating.

    11. And a collapsible silicone popcorn bowl, so you can make popcorn from the comfort of you own home. It's the perfect movie night companion, and it comes with a lid to keep all the kernels inside while they pop.

    12. A classic game of Bingo that has a little extra cattitude. Instead of matching a combination of numbers and letters on your game card, you'll be looking for different cat breeds. There are over 64 breeds, so it'll be a bit tricky to get Bingo.

    13. An exfoliating foot mask that'll peel off dead skin in a gross, but very satisfying way. The booties are drenched in a lavender-scented serum that's filled with fruit acid and 17 types of natural extracts that'll smooth, moisturize, and reenergize your tired feet. Those tootsies will look good as new!

    14. A label maker that'll fit into the palm of your hand and help you organize all the jars and containers in your kitchen and pantry. It'll only take a few minutes to create a label and it prints any combination of letters, numbers, and symbols.

    15. A cookbook that'll help you master the art of baking a cake and inspire you to learn new recipes. It's filled with helpful tips, baking hacks cooking hacks, and 100 combinations, including vegan and gluten free options. Nailed it!

    16. An extra-thick yoga mat that'll provide more cushion for your hands and knees whether you're in child's pose or downward-facing dog. It also has a coating on the surface that'll absorb moisture and prevent you from slipping.

    17. A deck of palm reading cards that'll give you something to do with your hands. You'll learn the basics of palm reading, discover more about yourself, and possibly take a peek into your future.

    18. A colour-changing cinema lightbox that'll let you set the mood for the day, whether it's with a positive affirmation or a random thought. Also, it'll look super stylish as a piece of home decor! It comes with 100 letters and includes built-in letter storage in the back of the light box.

    19. An adult colouring book that'll unleash your inner artist and take your mind off things for a while. A simple, repetitive activity like colouring is believed to be incredibly therapeutic, and the pages are based off the iconic story of Snow White.

    20. A sewing machine that's perfect for newbies because it's packed with helpful features like an automatic needle threader and a drop-in bobbin slot that prevents the bobbin from moving or getting jammed. There are also 37 unique built-in stitches, so you can decorate the heck out of whatever you're sewing.

    21. A deck of trivia cards that'll test your knowledge of '80s history and pop culture. There are 1000 questions to answer and a set of score cards, if you're playing in with a group of people.

    22. A drawer organizer that'll inspire you to finally clean out your junk drawer. It has three large compartments to organize your things and a tiny tray that sits on top.

    23. A roll of printed wallpaper that'll help revamp your walls with a positively peachy print. It'll add a nice pop of colour to your room, and the wallpaper is self adhesive, so you can easily take it down whenever you want to.

    24. And finally, a wooden bath tray that'll give you one more reason to spend an hour or two in the bathtub. It'll keep all your creature comforts close by with a wire stand that'll prop up your book, tablet, or eReader, and a built-in cup holder for a wine glass, coffee mug, or small candle.

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