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1. A box of plant food to make gardening so much easier this spring, the thought of working outside will really ~grow~ on you.
Promising review: "I love this!! Years ago I worked in an office and there was a Poinsettia plant that had seen better days. My coworker was going to throw it out but I told her to let me try to revive it, so I used this stuff just like I used it on my house plants and nursed the plant along. It was like a miracle when right around Christmas the Poinsettia plant I cared for displayed the bright red leaves!!! The other people in the office had told me the plant would die, so you can imagine their faces when they saw the results of the Miracle-Gro!" —Doug W.
Get it from Amazon for $5.59+ (available in six sizes and varieties).
2. A pack of wool dryer balls that'll dry your clothes faster, make your laundry softer, and replace wasteful dryer sheets and fabric softener. You'll seriously have a ~ball~ with these cute things in your laundry.
Promising review: "I could not resist ordering these — they are too cute! You get six wool dryer balls and each has a different animal face (my favorite being the one that looks like a koala). They are well made and come in a cloth bag to keep in; however, I plan to just leave mine in the dryer full time so I don't have to think about it.
On the back of the card it tells you how they source their wool and that the dryer balls are made by Nepal Artisans; I thought that was a nice touch rather than just getting something from a random factory in China. Since they are nicely packaged, they would also be a great addition to a housewarming gift basket.
They are so cute you might look forward to doing laundry! I am glad I found these so I won't have to spend money on dryer sheets anymore!" —JKGetts
Get them from Amazon for $29.97+ (available in three kit styles).
3. A set of decibel-reducing, noise-cancelling earplugs so you can keep your aging ears safe while clearing out background sound around you at concerts. These work much better than foam ear plugs *and* they're reusable!
Promising Review: "I struggle with PTSD and am hyper-sensitive to sound, making everyday outings (such as going to the grocery store) a challenge. I have bought at least a dozen different kinds of earplugs. Some block out too much noise, others not enough, and most are only comfortable to wear for an hour or less. These are hands down the BEST ear plugs I have ever purchased. They a discreet, easy to insert and remove, easy to clean, and most important, they are comfortable. They come with three different sized tips to attach. This works perfect for me, as one ear requires a smaller size than the other. They fit a bit like earbuds, but are much more comfortable. I can wear them for hours and they don't hurt my ears at all. They block out just the right amount of background noise, but I can still hear well enough to not be startled by someone walking up beside me. I don't know exactly how to quantify the difference, but I would say, things sound half as loud (both for background noise, and when people are speaking to you). They have given me the freedom to be in public places without feeling overwhelmed by everyday sounds." —Ann G
Get them from Amazon for $28.95.
4. An indoor compost bin that's gonna look great on your counter and help you responsibly toss unused pieces of produce.
Promising review: "I was on the fence regarding buying this. Will this really be better than the Tupperware I was using? Turns out it was worth it. It looks great, it holds more, and I like that I can remove the lid with one hand instead of two – which is helpful when multitasking in the kitchen. I like the rubberized handle both for comfort and quietness. I’ve been unable to detect any odors emitted from it and I have sourdough starter in there so it works good in that way too. Like that it’s made in the USA too." —Tim H
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in three colors).
5. A roll of machine-washable reusable bamboo towels that'll be so easy to use you won't feel like you've gotta throw in the towel on your eco-friendly goals, avoiding wasteful products will be easier than you think!
Promising review: "I use a shameful amount of paper towels and these make feel so much less wasteful! I mostly use them to cover my cat’s food while I microwave it since I don’t want it splattering all over the microwave. These work great for that. I have a tiny little bin on my kitchen counter that I put the used ones in and then transfer it to the laundry bin when full." —CH
Get them from Amazon for $9.99.
6. A set of six pantry organizers to keep snacks on hand, keep your fridge looking crisp, and also prevent any spills or drips from making a mess. Cool.
Promising review: "These are so helpful if your fridge is cluttered. I bought these for my mom who is an extremely cluttered person. I love her to death, but she is not an organized person. Her fridge used to look wild. There would be food piled on top of food, and small jars and containers EVERYWHERE. I bought her these to help her organize everything. Now she can see what she has and everything has a place. Thank you for making something like this to help those that are so cluttered." —MioRioZio
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four colors and two set sizes).
7. A whiteboard calendar you can literally use for the rest of your days. Skip buying calendars and writing notes on random sheets of paper — use this spiffy schedule instead!
Promising review: "I absolutely love this. I'm very impressed with the quality of everything. The marker writes beautifully, the board and the frame are gorgeous, and it even came with a magnet! I love it so much. If you're looking for something minimalistic and modern, this is the white board for you!" —Kate Francis
Get it from Amazon for $23.62+ (available in three styles).
8. A purse organizer to keep your bag full of every item you could possibly need while out...without compromising on staying impressively organized. Oh, your child needs a bandage? They're in your bag (and color-coded).
9. A can dispenser that's gonna make finding the chicken noodle soup a cinch when you're feeling sick and don't feel like digging through the food storage to find what you need.
This holds up to 36 cans!
Promising review: "We have a storage cabinet in our garage that I like to keep stocked with nonperishable food since we never know when we'll end up on a two-week quarantine these days. I was having a hard time keeping up with what we had and it was just a jumbled mess. My rack came today and it's so much more organized. It's super sturdy and it only took a couple of minutes to put together. I filled it up and I was able fit 44 cans since some are tiny... 5 stars!" —Kimberly C.
Get it from Amazon for $24.97+ (available in five colors).
10. A car trash can sure to save the day (and your upholstery) from suckers, soda bottles, and all the other sticky substances your kids sneak into the car. It turns out cupholders are, in fact, not tiny trash cans.
Promising review: "This is the most useful little item I have EVER placed in my car for litter management. It's easy to use, easy to empty, AND it doubles as a spare cup holder when needed. I've ordered more for our other cars. The kids have really improved their management of basic tidiness in the car with this in our family vehicle. My husband has managed to keep the passenger seat easy for me to join him in his car, and now our teens will enjoy an uncluttered life in the 'teen mobile.'" —DW
Get it from Amazon for $5.99.
11. A car insurance and registration holder for keeping everything you need in one spiffy space, because rushing to find your registration in the trash box you call a glove compartment can be even more stressful than getting pulled over in the first place.
Promising review: "This is a great little organizer for your vehicle documents. It's easily stored in your glove box." —Angela Downey
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in seven colors).
12. A lifesaving emergency car jump starter you'll love if you know the importance of (simple) car maintenance. This is also an air compressor! It's got a universal nozzle, an LED floodlight, and a multi-device charger with two USB ports. Make life a little easier and keep this close.
Check out a TikTok of the emergency power kit in action.
Promising review: "I would 1,000% recommend this for anyone and everyone. My dad bought me one for Christmas, and it has got me out of bad situations a couple of times. I have since bought one for everyone in the family and have recommended to the rest of the extended family. It comes in handy and can help avoid being in an unsafe situation where you are stranded and someone taking advantage of the situation. Not only does it charge your car battery, but you can use it to emergency charge your phone or to plug in something during a trip. This one fills tires. Just perfect." —SA Sunshine
Get it from Amazon for $122.19+ (available in five styles).
13. A TubShroom can keep your drain hair-free. Your dad did his best to instill in you a lifelong fear of what comes out of clogged drains...use this and you won't ever see what he was pulling out of them.
Promising review: "I can't say enough good things about this product. I have a family of four and would frequently have to snake our shower drain, but with this it appears I won't be having that problem ever again. I even give my dog baths and this collects the hair. It does not seem to slow down the flow of water down the drain significantly. I'm very impressed. You don't know how much hair you wash down your drain until you use this!" —Aaron Morlock
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in six colors).
14. A Bissell multipurpose carpet and upholstery cleaner, this spiffy (and portable!) system uses warm water and a special formula to save the day when slips turn into spills, which turn into stains.
Each cleaner comes with a trial size of Bissell's Spot & Stain Formula, which is also available on Amazon!
Promising review: "Yep! TikTok made me buy it and I loved it. Looked for it online, and on Walmart they were about $150 for some reason?? Got it here, and I am LOVING IT. Things definitely look cleaner. Spots on my carpet are gone, and my car seats look brand new for the first time since I bought it! Directions are easy. Just a heads up, MAKE SURE TO USE WARM WATER. if you leave water in it and it gets cold, it's not as effective, so just follow instructions and it should be wonderful!" —Carlos
Get it from Amazon for $109.59.
15. A pair of traction mats — these may be a must since you dared to buy a car without four-wheel drive. These'll help said car get unstuck if you are ever trapped in mud, snow, or sand.
Btw, Maxsa is a small biz based in Virginia!
Promising review: "If you're on the fence, just do it. They are half the price of MaxTrax and just as good, I haven't used them as a bridge, but they literally saved my and my wife's lives in a recent Colorado Blizzard on a horrible mountain pass. Good tires, and 4LO couldn't get me up the 12% grade in about 1' of fresh snow on top of 1–2" of ice and we were just sliding sideways toward the literal cliff. We got these babies out, wedged them against the front and rear opposite corners and it got us out of the terrible situation and back home." —Tony
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in four styles and three colors).
16. An irregular-shaped set so you can serve your dino nuggets on something extra special. These can hold up a mashed potato volcano, no problem!
This set includes four dinner plates, four dessert plates, four artisan bowls, and four fruit bowls.
Promising review: "I LOVE THIS SET. Exactly what I pictured before buying. I bought this two months ago, and there have been no issues. I’ve run these dishes through the dishwasher 10-plus times and there is no wear on them. Also, no issues with them scratching my granite counters. They feel handcrafted, and I’ve already received tons of compliments. Would suggest!" —Carlie
Get it from Amazon for $54.30+ (available in four colors).
17. A multiuse car hammer that'll help you easily escape from your car in an emergency — the safety edge slicer can cut through your seatbelt and the rounded hammer breaks through windows and windshields.
Promising review: "My puppy got tangled in her leash, car seat safety clip, harness clip, and seat belt. The release buckles could not even release because it was twisted so tightly. I knew I had to cut her free, it was such a relief when it hit me I had the seat belt cutter under the seat. I never thought I would use it, but so glad I had it today (pictured above)." —Elizabeth
Get two from Amazon for $9.26.
18. A can of fire extinguishing spray designed to spark your muscle memory, because nothing sounds scarier than not knowing how to use an extinguisher when you notice a fire start to spark.
Promising review: "I bought one for beside the grill, one for beside the stove, one for the laundry room, and one for the car. I think the intuitive, easy-to-use design is fantastic. We already have the muscle memory for using a spray can. In an emergency, it's so much easier to grab this and use it and turn a small fire into a non-fire. I don't have time to remember a three-step method of fire control when my bacon has gotten out of control on the stove. I'm not a firefighter! I'd really like to have one in every room. Think about it. Isn't it better to immediately contain a small fire than deal with a big one? This could save your life, and your house." —K. Zander
Get it from Amazon for $10.99.
19. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner for cleaning out your rental's sink before your landlord decides to dispose of your deposit.
Promising review: "Saw on TikTok (don’t judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you’re left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance." —Jessica Hamilton
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $3.78 (available bagged or boxed).
20. A pack of septic-safe dishwasher-cleaning tablets that'll obliterate mineral buildup and odors. If a washer is dirty...is it even a washer at all?
Promising review: "This stuff is amazing! I used it in my dishwasher. Had standing water on the bottom, dropped one tablet in the water. Put it on light wash cycle and at the end of the cycle, the water was gone! It thoroughly cleans and I have not had any other problems. I now use it regularly. I recommend this highly to keep your dishwasher clean and eliminate clogs from buildup. It was recommended to me by my super and after my positive experience I am happy to cosign his recommendation." —cheapchicshopper
Get it from Amazon for $17.98.
21. A bag re-sealer I'd personally buy for the looks alone (it's basically a tiny hair straightener! CUTE!), for anyone who would love the chance to reseal their snacks and keep them frickin' fresh.
Promising review: "Just got this cool new gadget! So sick of never having a clip for the million bags of chips I open daily. This sealer worked great. Heated up in, like, 40 seconds and sealed this chip bag in seconds, and now, I don't have to find a clip! I'm sure the chips will stay fresh much longer, too, since it's sealed like I just bought it! Would recommend!" —Stacy0814
Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in three colors).
22. A hanger stacker sure to keep you from making a mess if you like to hang onto hangers.
Promising review: "I grew tired of throwing my empty hangers into a pile in my closet. They would get all tangled up and really frustrated the heck out of me every time I had to put away clothes! This hanger stacker seemed like an easy solution and boy, was I right! It assembles really easily (just two screws and an Allen wrench) and it is good at keeping my hangers organized. Buy one — you won't regret it!" —Bubbles456
Get it from Amazon for $26.88.
23. A clear cereal dispenser that'll organize your kitchen and prove it's what's on the inside (of the cereal box) that counts. Who knew cereal could look so lovely?
Promising review: "Excellent product! Love the design, the crystal clear container, and the lid. Easy one-handed use. Our favorite cereal is not carried by the grocery closest to us, so we usually buy two boxes when we find it. I poured two boxes of the cereal into this container and there was still room to spare." —Zoosopher
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in six sizes).
24. A lock bag for anyone who has been keeping their most important papers somewhere less than *safe*. This is even fire- and waterproof!
Promising review: "I am loving my new safe storage for important documents. I now have a place to keep passports, my wedding license, car titles, mortgages, and wedding photos. If disaster happens I can have my mind at ease. I love that it has a fireproof zipper, a code lock design, and a strong handle that adds storage security and carrying safety." —Jenn A
Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in two colors).
25. A Scrubbing Bubbles toilet cleaning stamp that's easy peasy to put on *and* makes cleaning your toilet simpler than it's ever been! Mostly because, with this, you won't be the one cleaning your toilet.
Promising review: "I was sooo skeptical and was confused about how they’d work but the gel solidifies and with every flush, suds wash through with the water and it really makes a fresh difference. Also the scent is light but really nice and fresh! I recommend these 100%! They’re super interesting but they do the job." —Janet
Get six stamps from Amazon for $5.99.
26. A budget planner with space for income, spending, monthly budgeting aaaand two sticker sheets. Use those stickers with pride — everyone who focuses on their finances deserves a gold star!
Promising review: "This budgeting planner is the bee's knees. I love how many details it has to make your budget work for you. The little cubby in the back is so perfect for cash envelopes and stickers! It’s neatly laid out and there are so many places to take notes and really break it down. And the price *chefs kiss*" —.be.bop.
Get it on sale from Amazon for $9.99.
27. A pair of computer glasses to block that pesky blue light, keeping it from seeping into your peepers when your mom is already worried enough about the amount of screen time you have in a day.
Promising review: "I work in front of a screen all day and had recently been getting headaches due to blue light exposure. You can clearly see the change of color when you put these on, and they've made a world of difference for me. Plus, you can't beat the price!" —kwatson
Get them from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 25 colors, also available in pairs).
28. A box of washing machine cleaning tablets can dissolve residue and make your washing machine actually smell fresh, which is a big deal when you haven't washed your machine since...you bought it.
Promising review: "Our new LG washer gets a stinky smell every so often so I bought these tabs. I put one in a month on the clean tub setting and it eliminates the odor. I just made a T-chart with a permanent marker on the box for the months and add an X when I put the tab in for the month. This way I don't miss a month and my washer runs great." —akkeber
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $11.95 (available in three pack sizes).
29. An extendable microfiber duster set, because your high ceilings makes your apartment a great place to live, but a rather difficult place for your short self to dust.
This includes an adjustable handle that extends from 24 to 49 inches, a regular short handle, a fluffy duster, and a bendable chenille and microfiber duster.
Promising review: "Perfect for my needs. Love the telescoping design and that it has no protruding joints that would prevent it from fitting underneath furniture with low clearance. Reaches under, behind and around all the tight spaces I can't get to without moving heavy furniture around. The duster is also very lightweight and can handle delicate situations." —Sjay
Get it from Amazon for $18.05.
30. A bleach-free weekly shower spray — this both cleans your shower *and* prevents soap scum buildup in the future. Spray this in the shower one a week before bed, go snooze, wash it off in the A.M. and then your shower is gonna be shining, shimmering, and splendid.
31. A portable door lock so you can add some extra security in seconds, without a single tool in sight.
This thing is super strong and takes less than a minute to install. Just open the door and insert the claws on the back of the silver piece into the "strike" of the door (the hole where the lock fits in) and then close the door. After you've done that, take the metal rod on the red handle and insert it into the butterfly hole on the silver piece. This completely locks the door handle – no one from the outside could even try to peak in.
Promising review: "This is a LIFE SAVER...literally. Thanks to Add-A-Lock's simple design and simple instructions, my 18-month-old can no longer leave the apartment and wander the halls or attempt to take rides on the elevator in my apartment building. This is well worth the money. Five stars!!" —Lori S.
Get two from Amazon for $29.95.
32. A jar of The Pink Stuff (the internet's favorite cleaning product) that'll clean everything from pots and pans to blotches in your bathtub. Move over firefighters, I want a calendar of THIS sexy stuff and its shiny results.
Promising review: "I used this product for my stove because it's one thing I dislike cleaning. I have used multiple degreaser sprays and they all are so toxic and don't work for me. The Magic Eraser was okay but I used several at a time and I had to scrub so hard. But this product oh my goodness, legit a miracle. It doesn't have any type of smell. I put the paste on a cloth, clean the area then wipe it off with a damp cloth and voilà, magic!" —May
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
33. A set of organic cotton mesh produce bags so you can avoid the roll of plastic bags when picking out your fruits and vegetables. These even have a drawstring for keeping your produce in place.
Sandstone & Sage is a small biz based in California.
Promising review: "I am trying to get rid of most plastic in my life. So I looked for a solution for when I go to buy fruits and veggies. I am very, very glad I found these little bags. I have already bought two sets and I plan to buy more for my parents who live in France (where plastic bags are forbidden)." —chryschloe
Get seven from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three pack sizes).
34. A sock and underwear organizer to make sure your ~drawers~ are organized.
Promising review: "I LOVE LOVE LOVE these organizers!! I almost did not purchase them due to the reviews saying that larger than a C-cup would not fit into the bra organizer. At just $15 for four organizers I took my chances and ordered two sets of four. I figured, worst case scenario I would have to cut the dividers out of the bra organizers. I wear a 32DD and the bras fit beautifully in the organizers. I am so glad I took the chance and did not listen to the reviews. I would have missed out on the best cheapest organizers I have ever found. I ordered another set for tank tops and other extras I did not think of before. I will also order my boyfriend the brown ones for his drawers. Great product for a great price!" —Elizabeth L. Blackwell
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $14.87 (available in seven colors).
35. And finally, a CHI steam iron with 300 steam holes and a fabric guide so you know exactly how to deal with your delicates.
Promising review: "Absolutely the best iron I have ever had — and I've had many brands including three Rowentas, including the top end one. It's amazingly light, more steam holes than any other iron — but I think it is the 1,700 watts that really is the key. All my friends wanted to try it and swore they were going home to order one. One or two passes, and zero wrinkles. I also sew and the key to a professional look starts with being able to get a good press on the seams — something I have never had before without a lot of effort. Zippo effort with this one!" —L. Thomas
Get it from Amazon for $65+ (available in four styles).
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