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1. Hex, a delightfully unique horror novel sure to redefine what you think of witchcraft. If staying at home and having a real scare sounds fun, this is sure to do the trick! After finishing this, the only question will be ~witch~ episode of Bluey is happy enough to help you forget everything you just read?
Hello, it's me! Your friendly neighborhood BuzzFeed writer! I'm writing here to tell you that this is my very very favorite book. Number. One.
Promising review: "This is one of the most original and truly disturbing books I’ve ever read. The pacing is spot on, the characters well-defined and Heuvelt creates a believable and frightening world of a village under siege by a force beyond understanding. A finely wrought and pervasive malevolence haunts the villagers and their ways of coping with their reality are all at once brave, sympathetic, bizarre, humorous and truly savage. This is a great psychological thriller that is deliberately paced and leads inexorably to a devastating finale. Odd, quirky, bizarre, frightening and truly disturbing." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
2. A faux zebra hide rug that'll give any room a wild touch. Sometimes you stay up watching TV until 11 p.m....on a SCHOOL night. Party animal.
Promising review: "I love, love, love this faux zebra rug. It's perfect for a little desk area and great for under the wheels of a chair. This is priced well and was delivered on time. It's so pretty!!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $69.99+ (available in three sizes).
3. Pokko and the Drum, a laugh-out-loud funny book for kids and kids-at-heart who love *drumroll please* ATTENTION.
Promising review: "This book is clever and cute and unexpectedly hilarious. The kids and I were all a little surprised at one point when one of the members of the friend group spontaneously eats another member of the group, but, well...that's nature? :D This is a great little story with beautiful illustrations." —Tripp
Get it from Amazon for $16.19.
4. A smart shearling coat that'll look like ~shear~ perfection once chilly weather comes our way.
Promising review: "This is a wonderful coat that has exceeded my expectations. I purchased the medium for a little extra room/layering and it's still not too big. The arm length is perfect. The weight, fabric, I'm thrilled with it all." —Ann
Get it from Amazon for $89.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and five colors).
5. A rough stone alarm clock made with a marbled top and rough Himalayan salt base. This rad piece is gonna make everyone jealous of how much your home decor ~rocks~.
This USB-charged alarm clock has a sunrise-simulating light setting with warm LEDs. It illuminates the time and temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius. And don't worry, there's totally a snooze setting.
Promising review: "I love this clock more than any alarm clock I’ve ever had, and that’s wild because I’ve had a lot of alarm clocks." —camjoll
Get it on sale from Urban Outfitters for $25 (originally $38; available in two colors).
6. A round cat scratcher that'll look ~berry~ cute every time your cats jumps on it for some scritches.
Promising review: "It’s perfect. I want to buy 100 more for my fat kitty because it’s so bright and pretty. I would recommend this to cat owners. My cat loves it, it’s so bright and cute and it looks good in my room." —Ashley Obourke
Get it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in four styles).
7. A keychain bracelet to help those of us who suffer through playing an eternal game of hide-and-seek with our house/car keys.
Wichita, Kansas is the home of Tart Design Co., where owner Claire Tourtillott creates one-of-a-kind home goods and accessories. Tourtillott refers to her design style as a happy medium "where sweet and sour designs meet."
Promising review: "This is my favorite thing. I used to lose my keys and this has been by my side since it got delivered. It’s so convenient and cute! I also bought my mom one and she loves it. Thank you for the color options! It’s so hard to choose." —Marina Fuller
Get it from Tart Design Co. on Etsy for $13.20+ (originally $16.50+; available in 16 band colors and seven charm styles).
8. A sandalwood candle that'll help you breathe easy if you moved to the city and don't find the smell of the subway quite as satisfying as the woods from back home.
This Black- and woman-owned company is run by sisters, Jennifer and Sandra, in Plainfield, New Jersey.
Promising review: "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 Kindred Essence on Etsy for $20.80 (originally $26).
9. A face mask set to make your skin so soft, you won't be able to help but feel ~dead~ inside when you think of all the time and money you've spent getting facials in the past. Salons don't even OFFER a zombie face mask. Boring.
Promising review: "This was definitely an interesting experience and I am highly satisfied with the results! After the treatment, the wrinkles at the corner of my eye and mouth are immensely decreased in depth, as well as my under eye. My skin felt so soft and smooth and my pores were tiny!" —Angiechantae
Get an 8-pack from Amazon for $24.49.
10. A snake tea light holder handmade out of cement — you can go ahead and slither this gaudy goth piece straight into your shopping cart. I won't tell.
Moderniche Art is a small business in Los Angeles serving up some dang cute home decor! The shop has handmade trinket dishes, pottery, and prints. My birthday gift to myself this year was the full garden snake set (my home office is my "dark room" and these were an obvious necessity). The quality is spot-on and customer service was top-notch!
Promising review: "This little snake tea light holder is one of the best things I've ever purchased on Etsy! It is truly so adorable and very well made! It exceeded my expectations and I highly recommend buying from this seller!" —Leah Applebee
Get it from Moderniche Art on Etsy for $20+ (available with or without a tray).
12. A spiderweb lamp shade cover for festive fiends who make sure even their lamps are dressed up for Halloween. No shade, but people who don't decorate to the extreme simply don't know what's good for them!
13. A Wicked Witch of the West bookmark — every time you see those sparkling slippers you'll remind yourself to begin reading again. YOU can't be de-feet-ed by a novel, no matter how long the journey through it may be.
Looking at you, IT.
Promising review: "A delightful twister to your usual bookmark. If you like a little whimsy and love The Wizard of Oz, this bookmark is for you. Definitely puts a smile on your face every time you see it. Turned out to be a little conversation piece as well. Would recommend. :)" —Maria
Get it from Amazon for $23.99 (available in 11 styles).
14. Mooncakes and Milk Bread: Sweet and Savory Recipes Inspired by Chinese Bakeries — if steam buns are your kryptonite and the thought of kneading dough without a stand mixer feels like an impossible ask, this book by cooking instructor and Bay-area native, Kristina Cho is the "textbook" you need in life. I promise the results of your hard work are gonna be extra sweet!
Promising review: "I love everything about this book. The recipes are thorough and well written. I too love visiting Chinatowns wherever I go and have tasted many buns and mooncakes…the mooncake recipe in this book tasted better than the mooncakes I purchased during this years Mid Autumn Festival. I look forward to baking my way through the whole book!" —Georgia
Get it from Amazon for $17.65.
15. A charming bookmark book tracker can remind avid readers of all the great places they've been while they stayed put in their favorite reading chair.
Owner Abbie has a limited collection of these illustrated bookmarks. You can find monthly reading trackers, top-10 book highlights, and a super-cute coffee bookmark. This small biz is located in, you guessed it, England! BTW, their Instagram account is gorgeous and totally worth a follow.
Promising review: "This bookmark is just so well done on every level! The artwork is beautiful, and the quality is gorgeous. It's such a clever idea, and there are enough 'books' pictured to last a whole year. I will be looking for other items from this artist!" —Elaine
Get it from Britishbookart on Etsy for for $3.31.
16. An absurdly amusing bubble dome umbrella to cheer you up if you hate when it's raining cats and dogs but wouldn't mind if it'd *finally* start raining men.
17. A Stupid Deaths board game so funny and fun, you and your friends are gonna be dying with laughter when y'all play it...even if your score is rather grim.
To play, one player reads a description of a death from a card, the other players decide if they think the death is real or made up. If you're correct, you get to move a step further to safety, if you're wrong, you have to move the grim reaper one step closer to you. I own this, and it's a hoot.
Get it from Amazon for $23.91.
18. A book on bad taxidermy for anyone who finds their taste in art is a little on the wild side.
Promising review: "If I could give this book 10 stars I would! I bought this for my husband for his birthday and proceeded to buy five more copies to give to his friends because he thought it was so hysterical! It definitely takes a dry sense of humor to enjoy this book but it is worth the money! I wish I could include the video I took of my husband's reaction! He was laughing so hard he was crying!" —Julie K.
Get it from Amazon for $11.69.
19. A vintage-inspired tapestry that's sure to look pulled straight from a scene in Snow White.
Promising review: "I have been looking for the perfect large piece of artwork for months for a large blank wall my living room. This piece looked very classy and had the right colors, so I thought I'd give it a try. I'm so glad I did, it's perfect! I love the wood on the top and bottom and the artwork is nicely done. This fills a large space inexpensively, and very tastefully." —AnnieHall1
Get it from Anthropologie for $158.40 (originally $198).
20. A pack of four "licorice" straws you can treat yourself to if you know eco-friendly choices make everything taste especially sweet.
Promising review: "Now that reusable straws are becoming more and more popular, especially where we live in California, I figured it would be great to have a little fun. These are great for kids as well as adults, and they work really well! I will certainly be ordering them again." —Joshua Epstein
Get them from Amazon for $9.99.
21. A ridiculously charming exfoliating stick — this is specifically designed for removing the gross octo-puss from inside your pores! It's also the cutest way to boost your skincare routine, if I do say so myself.
Promising review: "After just two days of use, this adorable little octopus has done wonders for me, smells great too. Here's how I used it: I wore down the stick just a little to where the texture from the salt is visible, scrubbed around on my face so there was plenty of product, then I used my fingers to gently massage all the gunk away. Rinse, pat dry, and enjoy the softness. Highly recommended for people with sensitive skin like myself." —LuckLocust
Get it from Amazon for $11.88+ (available in five styles).
22. A Five-Minute Journal (fun fact: it's made with recycled paper!) so you can write about all the fun you had during the day...by staying at home instead of going out and being social. The T.V. isn't going to stream itself!
Promising review: "If you follow the instructions on this journal (don't skip the preface) you will start to change your way of thinking. Along with changing my eating habits and trying to appreciate the little things my life has been less stressful and I see myself being more positive. My resolution/goal this year was to cut out toxic people and toxic things and be more positive. This journal is one of the tools helping me achieve that. Thank you!" —Hb4139
Get it from Amazon for $23.45+ (available in six colors).
23. A metallic-gold leopard-print peel-and-stick wallpaper to add some glam to your place. Some people like beige as a base color. But if you, like me, love that maximalist life...beige doesn't stand a chance.
Promising review: "I love, love, love this!! SO easy to work with and gorgeous quality. I just adore this product and can’t say enough about it." —Stephanie's Stuff
Get it from Amazon for $28.28.
24. A ceramic essential oil diffuser — you'll find this soothing diffuser becomes an ~essential~ part of your day from the very first time you try it out.
Promising review: "I like everything about this diffuser. It is pretty to look at, has a ceramic top, works well (I can actually see the vapor across the room), and you can smell the oil even in a large room. I am happy I found this diffuser." —Jenny R.
Get it from Amazon for $32.98+ (available in six colors).
25. A doggone adorable desk lamp that's sure to be the best (K9) companion during late nights studying/reading/writing/midnight snackin'.
26. A cat hand towel can lend a helping hand (or, ahem, paw) when you're cooking and cleaning around the house. Cinderella taught us that furry friends are the *best* at chores. Those are simply the facts.
Promising review: "This is the cutest house towel I have ever bought in my entire life! Also the material is actually durable so that if you want to use it you can. I have mine in my bathroom as a hand towel and it is absolutely adorable and looks just like my cat!" —Marl
Get it from Amazon for $16.78+ (available in 13 styles).
27. A starburst chandelier, because bland lighting is the enemy of the rich and famous. You deserve a light as bold and brilliant as you are!
Promising review: "If you are not sure about this, let me assure you, it is a fantastic buy. I have been looking for something modern and eye-catching for my kitchen. Wayfair has similar light fixtures for triple the price. I have been looking for the right fixture for quite a while. This really brightens a room and pulls it together. The 12-bulb version is quite large, it works very well for a vaulted and sloped ceiling. I am so impressed with the quality, it looks fantastic in person and not to mention expensive." —Kim Andrew
Get it from Amazon for $75.99+ (available in three sizes and three finishes).
28. A cotton knit duvet cover that'll make your room look like an earthy, chic dream even if you only sloppily make the bed.
And if you're looking for a great duvet to fill this cover, here's a hypoallergenic option that reviewers love!
Promising review: "I have been looking for a terracotta jersey knit duvet cover forever and took a chance with this one. The color is great, a dark terracotta/rust color. It’s soft, but if I had to be knit-picky it isn’t as soft as other jersey knit fabrics I have felt. Shipping was surprisingly fast and the size was perfect for my queen bed. Overall I am happy with my purchase." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $63.01+ (available in two sizes and 16 colors).
29. A minimalist tissue box cover so you can keep your new apartment looking upscale and elegant, even when you need a little reminder of home.
This works with square tissue boxes, be sure to grab ones that fit!
Promising review: "I'm in a dorm room and wanted to keep my color scheme going throughout the room (white/blush/gold), and multi-colored tissue boxes can look chaotic in such a small space. It's cute and functional." —Rebecca
Get it from Amazon for $6.70+ (available in two colors).
30. A lightweight trashcan with a useful handle that only accentuates its good looks — this stunning receptacle proves you can have a trashcan that doesn't look like, well, trash.
Promising review: "This is a stylish, minimalist trash can. It's amazing how hard it is to find a trash can that isn't an eye sore. This one looks nice and doesn't take up much space." —Megan Rolerkite
Get it from Amazon for $28+ (available in three colors).
31. A pack of 24 retro Halloween postcards that'll easily double as decor if you're of the belief that holidays only count if your home is covered from head to toe in some festive fun!
I love decorating for the holidays but I try to keep things thrifty. These cards were just what I was looking for! I use them as decor (my kitchen is pictured above, right). They fill a lot of space when on display, without taking up basically any storage space during the rest of the year.
Promising review: "These are quite beautiful and I almost don't want to send them out because I like them so much. They are a very classic style so if you're looking for scary cards these may not be what you're looking for. Since they are reprints of old vintage styles, some of them are not as crisp. The photos are mostly drawn in that style to begin with so it's not something that detracts from them in the slightest. Overall they are worth the money and I'd definitely buy them again." —Jama Lama
Get 24 from Amazon for $15.99.
32. A faux-wood tea light candleholder you ~wood~ be sorry to miss out on! This decor is as cozy as it gets! Throw this in your nonfunctioning fireplace and turn it into a spot worth cuddling up beside when it's cold out.
Promising review: "We do not use our fireplace and we were tired of the bare look. We decided to give the fireplace area a little glam and this piece looks amazing in it. We are using LED tea lights until we purchase some tea light candles in glass holders. The LED lights still look great though, and we LOVE it!" —TM
Get it from Amazon for $79.95+ (available in birch and oak designs).
33. I Fought The Law, a photography book chock-full of the strangest laws that still govern society today — this'll be a stellar conversation piece when displayed on your coffee table. Don't even *think* about riding a bicycle in a swimming pool if you're visiting California. And putting an ice cream cone in your back pocket while strolling the streets of Alabama? Straight to jail!
34. A dino nugget pillow only for people who aren't too ~chicken~ to display some controversial fine art in their home.
Promising review: "This dino chicken nugget pillow is a real Jurassic dream come true! It's the perfect cuddle companion for all the paleontologists-in-training or anyone with an insatiable appetite for comfort. Just be careful not to accidentally take a bite while you're napping, because it looks deliciously deceiving!" —LadyTee
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in four styles, two sizes, and in multipacks).
35. A box of cats-in-things cards to let your long-distance friends know you weren't ~kitten~ around about staying in touch.
Promising review: "These cards are simply wonderful. I can't really say enough about each one, since they're all winners. If you are a cat lover (and even if you're not, but have friends who are), you will find these cards completely satisfactory." —Bonita Cee
Get them from Amazon for $11.97 (available in 15 styles).
36. A handmade jute rug for folks who love bringing natural textures into their daily designs.
Promising review: "The deep wells on this rug make big chunky ridges that feel great under your bare feet. The construction and color are perfectly stunning. I put in in my lake house where people and pets are coming in and out from the mud, the lake, and the pool, and I love that it disguises dirt and isn’t too delicate for spills." —SID
Get a 4'x6' version from Amazon for $54.62 (available in nine colors and various sizes).
37. A spectrum wall planner so you can guarantee you have a *colorful* schedule of events coming up...even if they mostly involve canceled plans and reading at home. Having a calendar that doubles as large wall decor? We love to see it!
Get it from our Goodful shop for $48.
38. A stuffed waffle maker for breakfast connoisseurs who are just now realizing a simple waffle simply isn't enough! More is more, folks. More. Is. More.
Check out a TikTok of the stuffed waffle maker for inspo!
Promising review: "I bought this after I saw a video on TikTok, so I had an idea about the yummy waffles I could make. First waffles were stuffed with apple pie filling. Second ones scrambled eggs with bacon and cheese. Just amazing!!! The only way you could make this better is to send a chef!! I definitely recommend watching a video on TikTok or YouTube to inspire you before you start!!" —Adirondackdarling
Get it from Amazon for $49.99.
39. A pair of bubble slides — "spa slippers" designed to disperse the pressure across the bottom of your feet to relieve aches and pains. These work both indoors and outdoors and, let's be honest, they are guaranteed to make you feel all bubbly inside when you wear them! Your feet are so excited, they told me.
Promising reviews: "Did you see them on TIkTok? Oh, they are the ones! The 'white' is an off-white, just so you aren't surprised. But this off-white is darker/different than other companies I've purchased from ... we were beginning to flirt with the idea of beige. Still comfy though!" —Rae S
"Every time I wear these people ask where I got them and are intrigued 😂. I wear these every day! The material was harder/not as cushy at first but after breaking in they’re soft and cushier. Also can be cleaned/disinfected easily if I wear them out and get them dirty. Sizing is accurate." —Genie Isaacs
Get it from Amazon for $32.95 (available in women's sizes 7–11.5 and eight colors).
40. A foaming hand soap — this lil' endorphin booster is sure to convince your kids (or yourself) to stay fresh as a daisy! Pump down once and the vertical foam applicator places a picture perfect flower on the palm of your hand. Precious.
Here's why my BuzzFeed Shopping colleague loves it:
"Not only is it super hydrating for my hands (LOL @ constantly hand-washing now and forever!), but the yuzu scent is also just calming and lovely, and I'm obsessed with how light and frothy the foaming suds are from the soap." —Emma Lord
Promising review: "I will admit, I first saw this soap on TikTok and thought that it would be a nice soap to try since I do seem to be washing my hands all the time these days. I was so excited when I received it to give it a try, really just to see the pretty foam flower. I was very pleasantly surprised when I pushed down (twice) to get the foam to come out. Not only is the flower cute, but the foam is thick and luxurious and makes your hands feel totally moisturized after you wash them. The smell is very pretty and not overpowering at all. My teenager loves it too and is now finally washing her hands more like she is supposed to. I bought them for every bathroom in the house as well as the kitchen. I almost don't want to recommend it so they don't run out of stock!" —Audra Williams
Get it from Amazon for $18.
41. A travel jewelry case so you can finally start treating your jewelry with the respect it deserves (and save yourself some time from detangling the rat-king of necklaces you've dealt with in the past).
Promising review: "I purchased this box for a weekend getaway. In the past I have just thrown all of my jewelry into little makeup bags, but then everything gets tangled and disorganized. I love that this box keeps everything organized and leaves all my necklaces tangle free!" —Dogmom206
Get it from Amazon for $12.79+ (available in nine colors).
42. A gorgeous solid wood platform bed at such a great price you'll be counting the dollars you saved instead of counting sheep.
Promising review: "I’ve assembled dozens of beds, dressers, and nightstands from Ikea and Amazon. Out of every piece of furniture I’ve assembled this was the highest quality and easiest. The added tool they give you is a really nice touch. The hook and loops on the slats keeps them very secure. The hardware and the wood goes together so easily. The wood also smells really nice. For the price, looks, and ease of assembly, this is a really nice value." —Eric
Get a King-size from Amazon for $172 (available in six sizes and five colors).
43. A set of three linen dish towels to be sure even cleaning products look crisp at your place.
44. A pair of ceramic vases in a Nordic neutral color. These'll add a tasteful mix of earth tones and industrial geometry to any surface you place them on.
Promising review: "So happy with this purchase! I had to share, they are SO beautiful. The attention to detail is gorgeous. I was so pleasantly surprised with how beautifully designed the packaging is too, such a luxury feel. These are for me but they would make a perfect gift! You can tell this new brand has put so much care into all parts of the product, from the material and details on the vases to the beautiful packaging and cute thank you card!" —Kitty
Get a set of two from Amazon for $41.99.
45. A ceramic mug and coaster — fill this up with your favorite coffee or tea and it's sure to be your very own cup of sunshine on a cloudy day.
46. A handheld heated bag sealer so you can keep your snacks as fresh as the day you bought them! Friends with toddlers are going to envy this thing like you won't believe.
This includes a small bag cutter at the bottom so that reopening it is as easy as sealing is!
Promising review: "Convenient. One of those 'TikTok made me buy it' decisions. LOL. I love it!" —Dayreona Irvin
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in four colors).
47. A bagel guillotine which, despite its delightfully dreadful name, is just about the safest way you could ever slice a bagel. Grab this to help your kids make breakfast without the fear of losing a digit.
Promising review: "I picked this up because my heart could no longer take the stress of watching our 11-year-old slice bagels (while multitasking with screens and whatnot) with a serrated bread knife. I was going to have a heart attack and she was going to slice into her hand so... I had high hopes and, regardless of the overwhelmingly positive reviews, some concerns about how well this would work. My concerns were unwarranted. This not-so-little little device slices through every single bagel, every single time (and my kid goes through kicks where she'll eat two or three each day). I no longer worry about serious cuts even though the (covered) blade on this thing is SHARP! Only word of advice, like other reviewers, slice (press down) slowly so as not to squash softer bagels. Additionally, this thing slices so cleanly that there are no crumbs to speak of. I'm quite happy with this purchase. This thing now has a permanent place next to the toaster on our counter. I highly recommend it." —Christopher RS
Get it from Amazon for $19.30+ (available in four colors).
48. A foldable mushroom funnel for home chefs who love hidden products. Keep this as decor on your counter and flip it inside out when in use. This thing puts the *ahem* "fun" in "funnel."
Promising review: "A cute way to hide a functional task. Great idea!" —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $17.95.
49. A six-pack of acrylic record shelves so you can show off your great taste in music *and* decor at the same time.
Promising review: "The shelves are exactly as pictured. They are perfect for displaying vinyl. They were easy to hang. They are able to hold larger records. Red (Taylor’s Version) is four vinyls and it is no problem for the shelf. They have held for about two months without any issue so far." —Ty
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three sizes).
You know what...why don't we just ALL get these?
