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I own this pan and I'm pretty sure I'll never need to own another ever again. The spoon rest is genius, cleaning is a cinch, and it cooks all my ambitious Pinterest attempts perfectly. I'm not the only one who loves it here! Read my BuzzFeed coworker's full review to learn even more about this lovely kitchen staple (#1).
Promising review: "Absolutely amazing! It is so versatile and easy to clean. It's not overwhelmingly big but it handles one-pot meals like a champ. I am blown away." —Aileen R.
Get it from Our Place for $145 (available in nine colors).
This woman-owned bakery in San Diego is America's #1 Black-owned gourmet vegan cookie company. Not only are these all vegan, but there are also a number of gluten-free options. Some select stores sell Maya's baked goods but if you're not near one — no worries! They deliver nation-wide!
Get a box of six from Maya's Cookies for $26 (available in seven packaging styles).
Owner Kristin Mutchler runs this small business out of Wayne, Maine. And FYI, Hoof Healer was an Editor's Choice winner in the Beauty Shortlist Awards this year!
Promising review: "I love the packaging! I've been using the product for over a week and the results are stunning! My soles are not as rough or cracked anymore, giving me boosted confidence to show off my feet this summer! Thank you!!" —Alyssa O.
Get it from Pickle's Potions and Lotions on Etsy for $8.99+ (available in three scents and two sizes).
This fun shop is located in Homer Glen, Illinois, and is owned by Shelby Baum, who specializes in personalized gifts.
Promising review: "I got this as a birthday present for my dad. The label isn’t even my favorite part of this candle — the mahogany teakwood scent is AMAZING! The lid is airtight and the jar itself is great quality, so this’ll get plenty of use once the candle itself is gone. It was much bigger than I was expecting, too!" —Sophia Rokas
Get it from Baum Designs on Etsy for $25.15 (available in 17 scents and three lid colors).
Meal plans are available for homes of two and four, with the option to have up to four complete recipe kits sent your way (per person) every week. The meals are updated per season, but the selections you can choose from will always have a mix of meat, fish, Beyond Meat, and WW-approved. They even have wine, people! Gimme.
Get it from Blue Apron for $59.94+/week (available in multiple meal plans).
I am rather certain that there is more Jot than blood in me by this point. After discovering how delicious this stuff is (both the classic and the new Dark flavors) I totally dropped my expensive café habits and have stuck to this for my daily cup of coffee. It has a rich taste, is wildly easy to make (just pour a tablespoon into 8 ounces of your favorite base), and the SEXY bottle even makes the inside of my fridge look nice.
Get it from Jot for $24.
Chunks is an Asian woman–owned small business crafting kookie and cute hair clips that are *true* works of art.
"I recently spent what some would consider to be a silly amount of money on hair clips but these bring me such joy (something we all need right now) that I can justify it. I have straight Asian hair but it's quite thick and these clips do a great job of holding it back without ripping out strands every time I remove them." —BuzzFeed Editor Melanie Aman
Get it from Chunks for $6.75 (available in six styles).
Readhead Woods is a US-based small business owned by Travis Stotz. You can find bath caddies, plant stands, and blanket/towel ladders in the shop. This particular bath caddy is a bestseller and Etsy's pick!
Promising review: "I am thrilled, my bath caddy is so beautiful and earthy. High-quality wood finish, smooth as silk. GORGEOUS graining and swales in my piece of wood. It is ABSOLUTELY finer than the photos show. I can't wait to take a luxurious bath and have a glass of wine and a candle with music. Aaaahhhhh! THANK YOU! True artisans. Worth the little wait." –Hilary
Get it from Redhead Woods on Etsy for $113.82+ (available in 19 sizes).
This small biz is owned by stationery specialist Faye and located in London.
Promising review: "These are really lovely! They arrived fast and I was impressed by the good quality of the cards, they’re gorgeous! I also loved the little bag they came in; it was a really thoughtful touch as it can be reused! I would definitely recommend and purchase some more of the products!" —Emily
Get it from Faye Co Papier on Etsy for $11.36.
This Black- and woman-owned company is run by sisters Jennifer and Sandra in Plainfield, New Jersey.
Promising review: "All of my orders have been perfect! I bought this candle as a gift for a friend and she is thrilled with it. It has a lovely natural scent and burns beautifully." —Vikki Chew
Get it from Jen San Home & Body on Etsy for $25.
Promising review: "I bought this for my sister and myself. Anxiety is something you can learn to quell by being more aware of the thoughts and triggers for them and developing ways to cope. This helps a lot!" —pinktiedyelove
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $21.99.
Promising review: "I love this chair!!! It’s comfortable and easy to assemble. It's bigger than I thought, so super roomy! Looks so good on my patio! It was worth waiting for, as it has been out of stock for a while! It's my new patio throne!" —Princess
Get it from Target for $375 (available in two colors).
This tiny treasure is waterproof and has multiple heat settings that warm up in seconds. It uses a wireless magnetic charger and it'll last up to six shaves on a full charge.
Promising review: "I would get razor bumps all the time due to my very sensitive skin. I would hate shaving because of it. But the heat with this razor really helps the blade glide better across my skin and results in no bumps! It is so soothing and warm in the mornings, it's made shaving fun again! The magnetic charging dock is super cool! I love the way it lights up and has the gentle, strobe lighting effect. It's very futuristic-looking. I would definitely recommend this!" —Aftab
Get it from Gillette for $200.
This includes The Almost 4” Knife, The Serrated 6” Knife, and The 8” Knife.
Material Kitchen is an Asian-owned small kitchenware business making professional-grade products that'll make cooking at home so much easier!
Promising review: "This is our first set of 'adult' kitchen knives. We wanted to ditch the large block of knives and go with a cleaner look. The knives are so beautiful and the block is gorgeous. It's an investment that is well worth every penny." —Stephanie M.
Get it from Material Kitchen for $155+ (available in three colors, with or without the stand).
Like my summer camp counselors always said, "A hydrated body is a happy body!"
Promising review: "This is my favorite water bottle! It's been keeping my water at a cool temperature and I can keep track of how many ounces of water I drink a day!" –Alisha J.
Get it from S'well for $25+ (available in three sizes).
Owner Ozlem's small business is in New Jersey; they provide customers "authentic, handmade, fair-trade Turkish towels, throws, and blankets."
Promising review: "These are gorgeous towels! We're thrilled with them. They're super soft, absorbent, large, and cool-looking. They're perfect in our bathroom. Super-fast shipping and kind seller. Highly recommend!" —Hillary Henning
Get it from Linen Closet U.S. on Etsy for $42.50 (originally $47.22; available in three colors).
This piece is made with hand-bent rattan and best for outdoor use in places without excessive humidity. Although hardware is not included (as professional installation is recommended) the hanging rope is. The chair holds up to 300 pounds.
Get it from Serena & Lily for $498 (available in two colors).
Lesli Lenover's shop has all things macramé...even mini plant hangers for your car! The shop is based in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Promising review: "I was so excited to clear off counter space by getting rid of my fruit bowl. The quality is great, thank you!" —Melinda Myrick
Get it from Macra-YAY Macrame on Etsy for $30.
Each month you'll receive an educator-curated box that includes a brand-new book by an author of color, up to five quality products from Black-owned businesses, and a minimum of five discussion questions that'll help bring thoughtful dialogue into your home.
Promising review: "Someone gifted me a BlackLit box and I LOVED it! It was well packaged and everything included was great quality. I’m so looking forward to using everything in my box! Also, the box was identity affirming and served as a gentle reminder to celebrate myself and other women of color in my village. I would highly recommend this box as a gift to yourself or a special person in your life!" —Paris B.
Get it from Cratejoy for $32.50/month.
This spiffy small biz is based in Sydney, Australia. I found them while on a tireless search for a good-looking market cart. I'm telling you, this is the best of the best! The fact that their darling products are also responsibly sourced and made with recycled materials is icing on the cake.
Promising review: "This little cart is a miracle!! You won’t believe how much you can fit into it and it’s so handy. I’m absolutely in love with it. I just started working at a large university and, rather than carry bags with my laptop, my gym clothes, a lunch bag, and anything else I need for the day, it’s all packed into this gorgeous little cart and it wheels right along. The bamboo is gorgeous and the canvas bag is so well stitched. It was super easy to attach the wheels as well. Plus, this arrived in four days. I’ve had things shipped from inside the US that took WAY longer than this. A 10/10 purchase. I LOVE IT." —emilyschneider27
Get it from Wandering Sol Co on Etsy for $170.69.
Drop It recommends 1–2 drops for each glass of white wine, 2–3 for a glass of red, and 7–9 if you're treating yourself to the whole bottle at once. Once it's in the glass, swirl lightly for 20 seconds, and you'll be g2g!
Promising review: "For many years, I have been that friend who always says 'no thanks, I can't drink wine.' Even one small small glass would give me the worst migraine. So I gave up. Several weeks ago, I happened across an ad for Drop It and thought I might as well give it a shot. I took a big risk the day it arrived and had two huge glasses of red wine that I knew would give me a massive migraine the next day. It just so happened I had a midterm that next morning, too — and so the stakes were high. I woke up feeling fantastic. Since then I have repeated the experiment (to make sure it wasn't a fluke) and found that no matter how much wine I drink, as long as I use the drops, I don't have a migraine the next day. I'm so pleased to have found something that makes wine drinking possible and enjoyable again! I have nothing but great things to say about the product. It's easy to use and very discreet. I visited some friends last week and we spent a few hours at a wine bar. It was easy to add my drops. I took a small taste of the wine before adding the drops and found that it did not alter the taste at all. Thanks for a great product and a great buying experience. I will be back for more." —Mackenzie
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
Check out my colleague's Balm Dotcom review for more info! (#1)
Promising review: "Honestly, I was skeptical but bought this product because I’m obsessed with figs. I love it; it really melts all the crustiness away and leave you with soft lips." —Mercedes
Get it from Glossier for $12 (available in eight colors/flavors).
This luxury hammock is made with 100% cotton, gathered from local markets and crafted by a group of nine artisans in the Yucatan. Each piece is made exclusively in a fair-trade environment. The measurements are 80"Lx80"W (for the bed) and160"Lx80"W (from end to end). I personally own this hammock, I got it for my reading room, and am dazzled by the quality. It's such a fun piece to have in my home.
Get it from The Citizenry for $195.
Promising review: "This is super cute and gets the job done! It definitely makes my bathroom look brighter and more fun, especially when paired with a colorful shower curtain." —jeni98
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $29+ (available in two sizes).
This includes everything you need to secure the window and it takes about 15 minutes to set up. All you'll need is a drill/driver, crescent wrench, and a pencil.
Promising review: "Our dogs love it! Our old fence had gaps for them to see who was I the driveway, but with the new one, no gaps. The doggie windows allow them to see who is pulling up again! Each one took about 10–15 minutes to install. We just used the black ring to trace the inner circle, cut with a jigsaw, marked the holes for the bolts and predrill, and used a 10-mm wrench to tighten, not too tight to crack ring or globe plastic. Now they can see us again!" —Summers
Get it from Amazon for $26.98.
I dig Dram. I love every flavor of everything they offer (I've tried it all). Plus the packaging is too pretty to pass up.
Get a 12-pack from Dram for $22 (also available in cardamom/black tea and lavender/lemon balm).
I actually own this! I have never been able to find a pillow that supported my (always aching) neck, while also being comfortable enough to enjoy sleeping on. Not until I got this. It's squishy, sturdy, and super satisfying. I sleep hot and I love how cool it stays throughout the night. I can tell that I am falling asleep faster, sleeping deeper, and waking up feeling more comfortable.
Promising review: "I was getting terrible sleep when quarantine started and I realized my pillows did not support my neck. I had terrible neck and back pain and then I found this pillow! It’s the perfect amount of support and I sleep so well now! The pillow also stays cool through the night. I love it so much, I purchased another one. I now have two of them and I love it!!" —EvelynP
Get it on sale from Tuft & Needle for $76.50+ (available in two sizes, with or without pillowcase).
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