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1. A six-pack of fine-tip glue pens perfect for detailed crafting work without the mess, especially glittering, using foil sheets, embossing or gluing details on cards or scrapbook pages. It also goes on with a blue tint so you can easily see where it's applied!
Glue immediately for a permanent bond, or wait until the glue turns white for a temporary bond.
Promising review: "Boy, I wish I had these in ninth grade, when we had to mount a bunch of dried wildflowers for biology class! These pens are amazing. The amount of glue that comes out is like a bold gel pen. It flows quickly and smoothly, and I have not experienced a skip yet. The glue adhesion seems to hold up, and it even works great for foiling. Note: if you were going to use this for something delicate like glitter or foil, I would wait until the blue has faded to clear, and the glue is almost dry. Otherwise, any pressure will cause it to spread." —little bet
Promising review: "Where has this been all my glueing life? This pen is amazing. The ease of use alone makes this thing worth every penny. Small spaces, forget about it. Done. Also pretty fast drying time, and adhesion is in point." —Tammy Kay
Get the set of six from Amazon for $14.83.
2. A color-changing light you can add to your existing outdoor umbrella to really kick your outdoor space up a notch. It comes with a remote control so you can kick back and relax while you choose the perfect mood lighting, whether that's a single color (warm white or any of the 12 colors), or changing colors in the various modes (strobe, flash, fade, etc).
See it in action on TikTok here! P.S. this LED light is battery operated! Be sure to grab some AA batteries, too.
Promising review: "This is an awesome addition to my patio. It really adds the light I need at night. My nephew put the light shooting up towards the umbrella and it really shines the light a further distance around the umbrella and the surrounding area. It looks great and the variety of colors are fun. I prefer the regular white and yellow colors. Extremely easy to install. Insert batteries and clip onto umbrella poll. Just click and done. Play with remote and find a color you like or have all the colors changing automatically. So happy with this umbrella light!
Highly recommended. 👍🏼👍🏼" —Susan
Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in white and brown).
3. Why Are We Inside a Cloud, an illustrated activity book and guided journal designed for nervous fliers. It has sections for takeoff, flight, and landing, and plenty to keep you distracted, including doodling and writing prompts, word searches, bingo, fun flight facts, connect the dots, and even a section to write funny things you've overheard on the plane.
4. A rapid mac 'n' cheese cooker for those days that you want to have one of your fave comfort foods but really don't feel like turning on your stove or dealing with a strainer. This handy kitchen gadget has your back — you just need 5 minutes and a microwave (vs 20 minutes the old fashioned way).
Here's how it works: pour in the macaroni and add enough water to the fill line. Then microwave for two minutes and 30 seconds. Remove, stir, and microwave two more minutes, then add the other ingredients per the mac 'n' cheese instructions. Check out a TikTok of the rapid mac cooker in action. PS — people also use this to rapid cook their ramen!
Promising review: "There is nothing I dislike about this. I don't like milk so didn't add it but it's surprisingly as good or better than stove top. The texture and flavor is on point and it's not soggy like easymac. I laughed when I got this and was like wow it's no different than any container. It's harder material so idk what it's made of but the directions inside the container are on point for good mac and cheese except I drained the water. The days of scrubbing a big pot are over for me. I can't believe this actually worked. Especially bc the texture of the noodles and the taste is so on point. I got no discount and wasn't paid for this review. I just really am shocked it worked and worked so well. They got this down to a science with this container and directions. I am amazed." —me
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in six colors and a two-pack).
Rapid Brands is a California-based small business that specializes in dishwasher-safe, microwaveable, BPA-free kitchen products.
5. A racerback cropped tank you're sure to wear all summer long — and beyond. Just ask the reviewers who want to buy it in every color! This reviewer-beloved top is sleek, stretchy, and double-lined (so it's not see-through!) making it the perfect basic to pair with jeans, trousers, and fancy skirts, and wear under sheer tops, blazers, and more.
Promising review: "Love this top! I know have it in two colors and would buy every color if I could. It’s comfortable and cute. Can be worn for a workout, or as a cure top for a casual day or night out. Doesn’t need a bra and is the right amount of supportive. It’s a stretchy spandex like material and is thick enough to not be see-through." —Julia Kennedy
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in women's sizes S–XXL and 23 colors).
6. A pack of Crayola Globbles that'll relieve hours of boredom — kids love to toss these at the walls and ceiling to watch the colorful spheres stick and unstick. But fret not: reviewers say they actually don't leave residue behind!
Yes, they easily wash clean with soap and water without losing stickiness, so the fun can keep going even after they end up in one of your houseplant pots.
Promising review: "I waited over two months to write my review! My 4-year-old daughter plays with these DAILY! YES they do attract dirt and hair. HOWEVER they are so easy to rinse off, it's not a big deal! We took these to a family gathering and ended up giving two away because they were SO loved! The two we gave away went to a 12-year-old and my 19-year-old brother. They discovered throwing them at the ceiling fan and watching them shoot across the room, which was pretty entertaining! None of them have busted or ripped and they are definitely NOT gentle with them! I will definitely be buying more!" —Kindle Customer
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $10.69.
7. An ingenious two-sided travel cup, because why enjoy one delicious beverage when you can have two?! Especially if you're looking to drink more water, but don't want to miss out on your Tasty (and/or Caffeinated) Drink.
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).
8. A Wallet Ninja that has a whopping *18* different functions — you might even say it multitasks better than you do. Despite its compact size (small enough to fit in a pocket or wallet!) it has your back, whether you need a screwdriver, beer opener, phone holder to watch your favorite show on the go, and more.
The card includes an eyeglass screwdriver, letter opener, nail puller, ruler, bottle opener, can opener, box opener, cellphone stand, hex-head nut and bolts, screwdrivers, and a fruit peeler. And attention travelers: reviewers said it is TSA-approved, but some had to remove it from their bag and put it on the belt by itself just to be safe.
Promising review: "This is definitely helpful to have on hand! The Ninja is small and slim but punches above its weight class in terms of usefulness. The tools are all things you might find yourself searching through a drawer for and are useful in a pinch. It fits comfortably in your wallet and will help you open a beer or tighten a screw. The coolest feature that I couldn't find on most other similar products was the credit card phone stand. It is great for planes and other travel applications (I haven't had trouble bringing this on a plane anywhere I have traveled, FYI)."—Mary
Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my husband. I can't tell you how many times this little card has come in handy. We take it with us when we travel and we always end up using it." —Andy Aguirre
Get it from Amazon for $12.50 (also available in packs of two, three, and five).
9. A pair of adorable raindrop earrings to bring some sunshine (ironic, isn't it?) to any day, no matter what the weather has in store.
10. A drink cover scrunchie (from Shark Tank!) that's designed to help you reduce the risk of someone spiking your drink. You can wear it on your wrist or in your hair, scrunchie-style, and then when you order a drink, just slide out the cover and place it over the top of your glass. It has a straw hole built right in so you can easily sip your drink without having to remove the cover, too!
Promising review: "I would give these 1000000 stars if I could. They’re a bit difficult to put on with one hand but that’s my only complaint. These are genius and gave us so much peace of mind. Would recommend to literally everyone." —Alex K.
Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in four colors, larger packs, and a version for beer bottles).
11. A cloud-shaped utility knife, because it's cute *and* handy, and that's really the impulse buy combination we're all looking for. If you get a lot of packages (me too tbh), just keep it buy your front door to make opening them easier and extra fun.
Check out a TikTok of the cloud knife in action.
Promising review: "I love these — sturdy, sharp with retractable blade. I keep them in different rooms for opening packages or breaking down boxes to recycle. Would recommend and buy again." —Amy Yasneski
Get a set of six assorted colors from Amazon for $13.99.
12. A memory foam camping-size pillow that compresses neatly into a travel case so you can bring comfy sleep wherever you go. Sure you can use it on the plane, but if you're someone who hates every hotel pillow (why are they always too tall or too flat?), this will quickly become a travel must-have — without taking up too much precious carry-on space.
Promising review: "I am lucky I took this pillow to my last trip, our hotel pillows were harder than a rock and this pillow saved my trip. I purchased the regular size after my return and I can’t sleep without this pillow." —Yessie Medina
Promising review: "Great pillow for traveling. It rolls into a bag for easy and compact packing. I’m used to sleeping on a foam pillow, so I always have problems with support of hotel pillows. Of course this does not give same support as home pillow but much better than hotel pillows. Don’t be alarmed when you open package and it looks very thin, give it some time and it fluffs up and gives good support." —jan64
Get it from Amazon for $24.49 (also available in standard, queen, and king sizes for at-home use).
13. A pack of reusable water balloons to save you time (picking up those tiny balloon pieces all over your yard) *and* money (buying single-use balloons!) all summer long. Just open them, dunk them in water and close them up (so easy to fill!) and just like regular water balloons, they will delightfully splash the target of your choosing!
Promising review: "The adults in this house love water balloons but not the mess….. plus with toddlers around, it didn’t quite make sense to have water balloons but we saw a random video on TikTok and HAD to find reusable water balloons to try out. These were the first ones we bought to try out, and WHOA we were blown away! Super easy to for the 2- and 3-year-old to use, which means more fun for all of us!! Do not think twice or continue with regular water balloons, you’ll waste precious time cleaning up and filling that could be used to make memories." —Taurus
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in multiple pack sizes).
14. A flexible scraper spatula with a unique bill that'll make the last bit of peanut butter trying to hide at the bottom of the jar yell as it's being scraped up "CURSE YOU, PERRY THE PLATYPUS!"
Promising review: "A useful and amusing stocking stuffer for my 79 year old dad. The Splatypus is gentle on his arthritic but still very busy digits. And as a Baby Boomer, he never wastes a smidgen of his beloved peanut butter or orange marmalade. Dad loves the Splatypus!" —dk72
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
15. The Chopula, a genius spatula with a thin and flexible flipper for sliding under delicate foods, a curved edge for neatly fitting into pan corners, a flat, hard edge you can use to cut foods (like when separating fried eggs!) AND a smart design so it sits up off the counter to keep your kitchen cleaner. Whew!
Promising review: "I first ran across the Chopula at a little kitchen store in North Carolina. I was so impressed with all the ways it can be used, I came back to Amazon and ordered another for myself and one each for my kids. I really do love how easy it is to get underneath fried eggs to flip them with this gadget. I had other spatulas but they always seemed too think or they were metal and couldn't use them on my nonstick pans. I find myself using it instead of a wooden spoon for a lot of things I stir on the stovetop. You can chop pounds of groundbeef with the side of it too. Nice product for sure!" —Lois Thurston
Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (available in nine colors).
16. A DogBuddy pooper scooper so you can easily clean up after your pup without getting your hands dirty, especially if even picking up the poop through the little bag leaves you feeling a little gross. Reviewers also say it's great for people with multiple dogs (or multiple poops) to clean up after, because it lets you use bags more than once before tossing!
Check out a TikTok of the DogBuddy scooper in action.
Promising review: "I normally don’t leave reviews but this is amazing! It’s easy to use and saves so many dog bags if you’re taking multiples dogs on a walk because you don’t need to open a new bag for each poop. It also makes the whole process a lot less gross. I would 100% recommend this for dog walks and even picking up poop in the backyard. It holds a lot more than you’d think!" —Joslyn Cavitt
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four colors and two sizes).
DodBuddy is a small business specializing in pet care products including bowls, mats, and scoopers.
17. A portable handheld fan to help keep things a bit cooler when the hottest days of summer arrive. But that's! not! all! It also has a built-in flashlight *and* phone charger so you and your phone can stay refreshed when out and about all day.
I just bought this fan (in the pink colorway here), and have already used it several times to quickly dry my setting spray! And it'll be a game-changer on hot subway platforms this summer waiting for the train to arrive.
Check out a TikTok of the portable fan in action.
Promising review: "Our vacation planner suggested getting something like this for when you're waiting in line at an amusement park when the sun is out. Best advice ever, used this when we were at Disney this past year. It's lightweight and doesn't weigh you down, the fan has adjustable speeds and also includes a phone charger via USB A port and also a flashlight function. Love that it folds up nice and small, great fan that I'd recommend to anyone!" —Andrew
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors).
18. A sand-removal bag that's filled with talc-free, reef-safe powder designed to absorb the moisture in the wet sand that clings (oh, does it cling!) to skin, making it incredibly easy to just...brush off! Idk about you, but I'm tired of bringing half of the beach home with me.
Promising review: "We recently moved to a beach area, and we are constantly there. This item has changed our entire lives! It lasts decently long (depending on how much you use it), it smells super good (not at all like baby powder), and it's super effective. It has saved me from vacuuming my car at least 1–2 times a week. And I even use it on my dogs paws and bellies to make sure they're taken care of too. I will definitely be buying the refill & another baggie to have exclusively in the car." —Gabbs Uresti
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
Shakalo is a small business based in San Diego.
19. A set of snazzy-looking and surprisingly affordable wireless Bluetooth earbuds so you can jam out to your favorite tunes, nod thoughtfully at your go-to podcast, or simply call into all your Zoom meetings with great sound clarity (and no background noise). They also come with a couple of sizes of buds so you can ensure a secure — and comfortable — fit.
Aaaaand for the fancy pants you are, they come with a wireless charging case and provide up to 14(!!) hours of charge, and four-plus hours of continuous playback. (with the earbuds able to play for four-plus hours with each full charge). Did I mention they're are also sweatproof and waterproof?? With over 160,000 5-star reviews, they are mega popular, too.
Promising review: "Excellent sound quality and easily to pair with many devices. I have four other pairs of earbuds and these are the best I have found. I use earbuds every night to listen to movies on TV so as not to disturb the wife while she sleeps. These are fantastic for that. I also use them during the day to listen to music while walking or biking. The best earbuds at an incredible value. Everyone who needs earbuds should have at least a pair of these in there possession. Awesome quality in the best earbuds I have found online!" —Michael1
Promising review: "I've been wanting to get some cordless wireless headphones for a long time that were affordable. Decided to go with these and they were honestly worth the money. The bass is great and the sound is clear. Everyone should pick one up; they are amazing!" —Linda
Get it from Amazon $25.99 (available in five colors).
20. Cosrx’s snail mucin repairing essence that may seem like it would give you the ick, but is totally worth adding to your routine. No snail-like results here: Just pat it in the evening, and you’ll be appreciating the moisture boost right away. Plus reviewers say it helps with acne, inflammation, peeling, fine lines, and even eczema!
I loooove this essence for whenever I need an added boost of hydration. It absorbs into the skin beautifully!
Promising review: "Light moisturizing that absorbs perfectly into my skin, no irritation at all. Doesn't clog pores. It lasts months and is the best product I've ever bought." —Isaac Worley
Promising review: "If you can get over the ick factor of snail mucin -it is deeply hydrating and helps with hyperpigmentation and acne. Calms inflammation and redness. If you’re having flaky, dry skin from eczema or reactions to retinol use-this helps repair your skin barrier and keep your skin supple. It is a gentle occlusive and seals in moisture. Everyone’s skin is different. What works for me may not work for you. But I swear by the essence to help my reactive skin, repair the skin barrier, and helps with my eczema. I will use it forever." —Connie
Get it from Amazon for $23.
21. Individual laundry detergent packets for a quick wash in your hotel sink or bathtub on longer trips, or just in case you run out of undies. These are particularly great for beach trips where you want to wear the same swimsuit a couple of times!
22. A pack of silicone pouch lids if your kid LOVES to squeeze pouches all over themselves (and the furniture). What a mess! But no more: this smart lid has a flow-control valve to prevent spills (and a cap to save leftovers).
Check out why a mom calls this pouch topper the "coolest thing" in this TikTok.
Promising review: "I am OBSESSED. I saw these on a TikTok and ran to Amazon...so glad I did! My toddler loves yogurt/applesauce pouches but started purposely dumping and squeezing the contents out. But these make it absolutely impossible for her to do that without making it difficult to eat! I tested them, and it’s SO easy to drink out of, but I was unable to squeeze anything out. 10/10 recommend. I’m definitely buying more." —Amanda
Promising review: "These are amazing! I bought two sets of them so I can keep some in our diaper bag (or in case we lose one). We use these every single day for our 12-month-old with her yogurt (Gogo squeeze) and her fruit and veggie pouches! Seriously, love them. We previously had yogurt/fruit all over because she would squeeze them. My husband accidentally stepped on the pouch with this on, and it still didn't squeeze out! Once your baby figures it out (ours did quickly), it's a game changer. I tried the pouch holders with the handles, but she just swung it around, and it still spilled out. This is what you want!" —Shem Slater
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in five color combos).
ChooMee is a small biz based in Northern California, owned by a mom, that specializes in innovative products that solve everyday feeding challenges.
23. Garbage disposal cleaning tablets that'll fizz up to blast off any stuck-on food particles, leaving a lasting lemony fresh scent instead of those gross sink odors that tend to linger...and linger.... Drop it in, run your disposal, and you're done.
Promising review: "Do you have a stinky garbage disposal? If so, get some of these. They are cheap, smell nice. and the foaming action really provides you with a visual they are cleaning the drain. After using these the garbage disposal seems smoother (fewer strange noises, like it's been lubricated). I'd recommend these over Plinks any day as I feel the Plinks only hide smells whereas these foaming packets actually clean the disposal."—Sugacookie
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $10.96.
24. A *self-cleaning* grooming brush to easily and effectively remove excess hair from your pet (so it doesn't end up all over you and your home). What makes it self-cleaning, you ask? Simply push a button on the side, and the bristles retract so you can just sweep away all the pet hair you just accumulated right into the trash.
Lots of reviewer pets love being brushed by it too!
Promising review: "I've spent hundreds of dollars on toys, treats, houses, scratchers, etc for my cats. This is hands down not even close, the best money I've ever spent! I got so much fur off them, and they loved it! They are looking so sleek and shiny, and they are rolling around like kittens they feel so fresh and happy. My cats are still young (all ages 4 and under) so they were pretty well groomed to begin with. I couldn't believe how many knots and snags were hiding in their fur. The whole time I was brushing them, they were purring and rubbing all over me trying to get more. The self cleaning feature is so easy!! A click of a button and all the hair falls off. The brush itself is bigger than what I anticipated. I thought my cats would be afraid of it but once they figured out what was happening, they weren't at all. I got the original brush which I thought would probably feel good (like a good back scratch!) And I was right. They loved it." —Samantha
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
25. A genius pool hammock with a floating headrest and footrest, but a mesh middle so you're perfectly suspended in the pool. It's the ideal happy medium between a chaise floater that keeps you out of the water and you know...actually swimming. Ahhhh...perfect cooling relaxation.
You can also use it in a chair position, with the floaties as arm rests! BTW, lots of reviewers traveled with these to vacation destinations.
Promising review: "This floaty is an absolute must for any vacation or home pool. Easy to pack and inflate. I saw another person floating around the pool with ease in Cancun and immediately hopped online to purchase. Best purchase ever made!! You can seriously relax comfortably in the water with this floaty and use it for mutiple positions in the pool. Everyone who used it fell asleep relaxing in the water. Don’t give it a second thought. Buy it!!!" —Chrissy_Chris
Get it from Amazon for $12.93 (available in nine colors).
26. A Lapcos bikini line sheet mask if you choose to remove hair ~down there~ and are looking to soothe irritation and moisturize, thanks to the blend of aloe vera and hemp seed oil.
Promising review: "Was skeptical about adding a mask like this into my body care routine but boy am I glad I did! Since using this mask once or so a week, I literally have 0 razor bumps and no redness / irritation after shaving. Hooked for life. Also the packaging is adorable, these look super cute on the shelf in my bathroom" —Nancy K.
Get them from Amazon for $7 each or directly from Lapcos for $7 each or a pack of 5 for $32.
Lapcos is a Korean-owned, family-run beauty brand making cruelty-free products.
27. And a mug that just makes sense dramaturgically for any Succession fan to own. Was the name crossed out? Was it underlined? I don't know. What I do know = this mug will be full of my continuing tears at this show being over.
Get it from Elite Humor on Etsy for $26.99. It's also available on a hat!
Elite Humor is a Miami-based Etsy shop making cocktail themed hats, pop culture inspired merch, and more.
Me trying to face next Sunday night without a new episode:
