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1. A teeny-tiny Etch A Sketch you can discreetly pull out of your pocket to keep yourself entertained during a long-winded seminar without looking too ~sketchy~.
2. A Lunarly subscription with self-improving products (and plants!) that are sure to keep you engaged, interested, and have you feeling happy and starry-eyed every month.
3. A gradient puzzle for anyone who is ~puzzled~ by people who can't entertain themselves without electronics.
4. A mini portable projector because how could you possibly be bored at your new at-home movie theater? Even your most cherished comfort movies will feel brand new!
Promising review: "This is my first projector, but I have been wanting one for a while. I decided to purchase this one as a setup in an area that I could not put a television, and it is amazing. The picture is clear and crisp and the audio is pretty decent for such a small machine. I was worried about the issues that some were having with Netflix and Hulu not having sound, but it worked perfectly with my Roku stick, no issues at all. I will definitely purchase again as a gift or for work." –Rhonda Predium
Get it from Amazon for $89.99.
5. A twisting block set sure to save the day (or more accurately, your morning commute) when you're not within Wi-fi reach and your brain can't take another minute on the train without a game to play.
6. A Bob Ross chia pet, because if the day feels like you're watching grass grow, it might as well be on an art icon's head.
7. Or a felt succulent-maker kit for anyone not so good at looking after real plants but loves a pop of green in their living space.
8. A Homesick Candle that'll be the thing you need when your new job takes you out of the big city into your hometown, where enjoying unique candle aromas might be the most exciting thing going on at night.
9. A measuring wine glass so you can measure out a little for the dish and a lot for yourself.
10. A mini waffle maker to revolutionize breakfast, lunch, dinner, or any other time of day when all you are craving is a darn waffle.
Promising review: "Definitely one of the best purchases I have made on amazon so far. Just as described, it is a mini waffle-maker. The 'mini' part is no joke, the whole thing is small enough to lift in one hand. If you are feeding breakfast to a whole family of five or more, this may not be for you. However, because of its size, it works quicker than a normal sized one so even though you can only make one small waffle at a time, each waffle should be done in about a minute or two. The interior is also non-stick so it is really easy to clean which was a huge bonus for me. On top of that, it comes with a little instruction pamphlet that tells you how to use and and also include recipes and recipe ideas! Personally, I love it, it’s what I wanted and more." –Cristal
Get it from Amazon for $12+ (available in 15 colors and designs).
To see some other styles, check out our full roundup of the best waffle makers.
11. A crafting book for pet parents who are tired of vacuuming up pet hair every day and may find crafting with it a purrfect solution.
12. A packet of tastebud tablets that'll make sour foods taste sweet and delight anyone who is so bored they are suffering from a really ~sour~ attitude.
13. A dog selfie attachment so you can make your pupper the online influencer you know she was born to be.
14. A four-pack of Paint By Numbers you can complete with roomies or friends, or simply stockpile for yourself as a safety net for when you feel yourself slipping into the depths of boredom.
Promising review: "This kit was beyond what I was expecting. Came with everything listed. The paints were vacuum sealed. The canvas quality is fantastic. It came rolled and the few creases it did leave came out so easily with a handheld steamer. It comes with a paper for number reference. I’m just so pleased with this purchase. Highly recommend and I may be coming back to buy these as gifts!" –Keegan
Get them from Amazon for $25.99.
15. A nail polish ring so you can multitask when binge-watching Hulu all weekend starts losing its magic.
16. A CubeBot for anyone who wants a fun friend who would bend over backwards for them, literally.
17. A deck of gorgeous tarot cards that'll tell you exactly when you won't be bored anymore... which is basically going to be the moment you start using these.
18. A mini tube guy you can turn on whenever you need to turn up the energy during a study sesh.
19. Or a pack of four cat pens who'll inspire you to stop ~kitten~ around and do some work.
20. A juicer for mellow nights when you're home alone but still want things to get a little, well, juicy.
21. A unicorn tape dispenser that'll add a little magic to the most mundane of tasks.
22. A suction cup holder for turning a basic bath into a bougie, boozy bath.
23. A butt mask to really shake up your typical beauty routine.
24. A disco ball planter that'll not only house your plants, but make any room certifiably ~groovy~.
Promising review: "This planter is SO cool! I have it in my bedroom window and when I have the window open it kinda sways back and forth so when the light hits it, it makes really cool patterns on the walls/ceiling. My cats also love chasing the lights as they swing around." –Shannon Jones
Get it from Amazon for $29.97+ (available in two sizes and three colors).
25. A mini microphone for anyone with a headphone jack and a taste for spontaneous karaoke during the workday.
26. A pair of duster slippers that'll make chores so fun you'll never slip up and forget to do them again.
27. Or a sponge holder that's gonna encourage you and your S.O. to dish up some sweet pillow talk after dinner.
28. A Sriracha keychain so you can spice up any boring meal, literally.
29. An adorable menstruation crustacean (!!!) because there's nothing worse than being bored at home with period cramps or a killer backache to top it off. This lil' buddy's soothing powers and sweet expression will def lift your spirits!
The interior pad of this crustacean is removable, microwavable, and lavender-scented!
Promising review: "I bought this for my 12-year-old daughter. She gets pretty bad cramps right before and during her time of the month. She loves that it's soft, cuddly and the lavender smell is her favorite. It gets pretty hot and you can still feel the warmth through the material of the little guy. This works better than the average heating pad because it doesn't have a cord that gets in the way and it can curve with however she's laying well. She was super hyped for it and recommended it!" –Stephanie
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
30. An activity book for any pregnant people out there who need something to distract them from nine months of uncomfortable boredom (or nine hours in the delivery room).
31. A pocket-sized light bright that'll be a seriously ~bright~ idea when you need a quick and quiet way to entertain your kid (or yourself) when you're out to eat and the server seems to have forgotten about your table.
32. A set of puzzle cookie cutters for anyone who isn't interested in food unless they can play with it first.
33. Or some lightsaber chopsticks, which also works for people that like to play with their food, or for anyone that treats fighting over the last piece of sushi like a Star Wars-esc duel.
BuzzFeed editor Emma Lord is a big fan of these chopsticks. Here's what she has to say about them:
"As you can see from the above GIF, I bought these for myself, and I love them to pieces. TBH, I use them as decor every bit as much as I use them to eat. Sometimes I just keep them in my work area to light them up during the day to feel fancy. They toggle back and forth between a bunch of different colors, like red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor, so you can either make them match *or* have a red and blue one together and bring ~balance~ to the Force."
Promising review: "I purchased these for a friend's birthday present (he is a sushi waiter) and these are flippin' AMAZING. I ordered two sets by mistake, but I am totally keeping the second pair for another gift (or for myself!). These are sure to be great conversation pieces and attention-getters. Way to go!" —T. Redwood
Get them from Amazon for $10.97.
34. A Magic 8 Ball for some classic mystical fun that'll keep you entertained as long as you have questions you need answered. Will this keep you from being bored? My sources say yes.
35. A book of pornogami for anyone who won't fold under the pressure when origami gets real.
36. A horse head squirrel feeder that'll provide hours of entertainment right from the comfort of your own window. I suggest playing The Godfather's theme as you oversee the land and full a fast one on the neighborhood squirrels.
Promising review: "I purchased this for my Dad who is confined to his bed. He absolutely loves watching the squirrels trying to eat from this. It has provided many of hilarious moments for him. The feeder is very sturdy. I would recommend placing a smear of peanut butter to help hold the food in place so it does not sling out too easy for the squirrels. Well worth the money." –Stacey
Get it from Amazon for $18.54.
37. A carbonated clay face mask to bubble up and make you look downright laughable (while still providing some top-rated, blackhead-banishing, and skin-detoxifying results).
It has over 5,000 (!!!!) positive reviews and comes with an application spatula.
Promising review: "Wow! I purchased this on a whim after seeing one of my favorite Youtubers try it out. I didn't expect a lot from it. I tried it out and was shocked!!! The mask was simple (and fun) to use. I wasn't sure I felt a lot happening while it was on, but it was pretty cool how the bubbles started to grow off of my face. Upon inspection after using this mask I was completely amazed. My face felt cleaner than it has in a very long time AND my pores looked amazing! I don't remember a time when I felt like my pores looked great before using this mask. I would highly recommend this mask to anyone. It's also so much cheaper than the GlamGlow ones I have been using (and didn't see near these results from)." —Phil Textor
Get it from Amazon for $8.20.
38. A Britney Spears coloring book because wallowing in boredom is a little bit *toxic* and I simply won't let you *slip under*.
Might as well stock up on some colored pencils, too!
Promising review: "It's a mixture of lyrics from Britney songs and pictures from her in her video costumes. Very cute, especially if you grew up listening to her and are a fan. Not super long, but well done. I'd recommend mostly using colored pencils." –Laur1313
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $14.95.
39. And finally, a vibe necklace — a slightly different kind of entertainment for when you're bored and the thing you want to do is yourself.
So, when will you be bored again?
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