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1. A pre-designed habit tracker calendar to help you keep track of your ever-growing to-do list and goals. Now that you're an adult, you're in charge of remembering appointments, keeping track of groceries, errands, and chores — total scam if you ask me.
Free Period Press is a woman-owned, queer-owned small business that creates paper tools to help with productivity.
Promising review: "I wanted to reduce stress and nail down some habits, and I've always done better when I can see progress tangibly. I'd been eyeing this calendar for some time, but was unsure if it was worth the money. I decided to go for it. SO glad I did. It has some 'homework' pages at the beginning to help you focus in on your goals, but mostly its the cleanness and ready-to-go nature of the monthly calendar pages that have worked for me. It's helped me be more disciplined AND narrow my focus so I'm not worrying about doing everything under the sun each day. I liked it so much that I bought a second one for a friend. Another friend saw me using it and also made a purchase. I'm really happy I made the leap." —Flight of Stars
Get it from Amazon for $16.95.
2. A set of airtight food storage containers with reusable chalkboard labels, because they'll keep your cabinets or pantry so organized that Marie Kondo would jump for joy if she snuck a peak.
Promising review: "Absolutely love these containers from Chef’s Path!! Have been searching for a good set for quite some time and am happy I stumbled upon these. I feel these containers are of a higher quality than others and the price is much more affordable. I really like the fact that the lid handles are made up of durable plastic. The assortment of sizes is a plus, they’re easy to stack one on another and are rather durable. The locking mechanism works well to seal but not difficult like others I’ve tried to open. The pen, chalkboard labels, and measuring spoon set are a great addition to the set. Everything you might need for pantry organization has been provided." —Manzi
Get a set of four from Amazon for $25.99+ (also available in three colors, four sizes, and various packs).
3. A storage strip so you can avoid an avalanche of cleaning supplies from tumbling out of your closet every time you reach in to grab a broom. This organizer mounts on your wall and keeps your cleaning tools put, no more sliding.
Promising review: "Repeat customer! I purchased one to organize the garden tools (rake, hoe, cultivator, shovel, etc.) in our garage and by alternating the tops of the tools up/down, was able to fit them neatly in the holder. Liked it so much, going to install another next to it for the other items. The hooks are a nice feature to hold our gloves and a simple plastic bag to hold things when needed." —Rob C.
Get it from Amazon for $15.97+ (available in four colors, a two-pack, and with a small broom holder).
4. A food container lid organizer if you're afraid to open your cabinet because there's a chance a mountain of lids will topple onto you. This will make it easier to find the right size lid with out having to rummage through a messy pile.
Promising review: "This product does exactly what it is supposed to and does it well. In under 15 minutes, I took my nightmare lid drawer and turned it into a functional, convenient storage space. The dividers were simple to install and provided flexibility. Slowly but surely I am getting my tiny, chaotic kitchen under control, and this got me a huge leap closer." —S. Hawthorn
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
5. A pack of cleaning tablets so when you put your dirty dishes in your dishwasher, they'll ~actually~ come out clean. These tabs will get rid of mineral buildup and limescale so your fave appliance will perform at its best. If you didn't know you'd have to clean an appliance that does the cleaning for you — welcome to adulthood.
Promising review: "After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher, due to super cloudy glasses, residue, and just not getting clean. Then I saw a product test review for Affresh in Good Housekeeping magazine. I was ordering some stuff from Amazon anyway, so I added that to my order. I did not expect the results I got! The glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable. I am amazed!" —Sheila
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $8.95+ (also available in two-pack).
6. A three-pronged duster to easily clean between your blinds because, trust me, there's a ton of dust in there. One thing about becoming an adult is coming to terms with how much there is to clean! This tool will make the annoying task of dusting blinds super easy and way faster.
The duster comes with five microfiber sleeves so you can take care of all your windows at once before giving the sleeves a good wash.
Promising review: "A super time saver. It legitimately used to take us hours to clean all the blinds. We can now do all the faux-wood Venetian blinds in the house in about one hour. It's really nice that it comes with some spare cloths for it, and it's cheap enough to buy a whole additional set so we can make more than one kid do this chore at the same time." —R.D.
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (available in two colors).
7. A splurge-worthy Roborock robotic vacuum, because you'll have a long list of things to do, and it's mostly cleaning related. So, whenever you can take a chore off of your plate, you should. This vac will clean your entire home with just a push of a button and it empties itself!
Here's what BuzzFeed contributer Daniel Boan had to say about this:
"I've always wanted a robotic vacuum, and after getting a chance to try the Roborock Q5+, I can't believe I waited so long. I absolutely hate vacuuming, so the ability to have a magical little robot clean my entire apartment at the touch of a button is an absolute life-saver. The accompanying app is very easy to use — I typically use it to set up custom cleaning schedules — and the smart mapping feature was extremely accurate on the very first try. There are definitely cheaper options on the market, but what makes this worth the extra splurge is the self-emptying feature. Once the robo-vacuum is done cleaning, it finds its way back to the charging base and empties itself into a dust bag that lasts for up to seven weeks. My apartment has never been cleaner!"
Get it from Amazon for $429.99+ (available in two versions).
8. A pan and pot organizer, so you can stack your cookware in your cabinet and avoid a dangerous game of Jenga every time you reach for one. Not only will this keep everything organized, it'll also make it easier for you to find what you're looking for.
You can use it upright or on its side.
Promising review: "I was tired of stacking my frying pans on top of each other and was looking for something to both organize my pans and give me easy access to them. Before this organizer, I would have to unstack several pans in order to get to the middle pan that I needed. Now, I can just reach in and immediately get the frying pan that I need without having to unstack. The quality of this organizer is pretty good." —Linda
Get it from Amazon for $14.87 (available in three colors).
9. A space-saving cutlery organizer to keep your utensils organized and to give your household members a subtle hint to put things where they belong. Plus, this frees up room for bulky items like your whisk or spatula.
10. A sleek carry-on suitcase so you can stop borrowing one from your parents. It's made of a dent- and impact-resistant material, so it's sturdy enough keep up with all your travel needs. It also has super quiet wheels, a convenient front compartment, and TSA-approved locks.
Here's why Daniel loves this:
"I recently took this on a two-week trip to Italy and I cannot rave about this enough. It's sleek and slim, yet surprisingly spacious — seriously, I was able to fit SO many extra clothes thanks to the built-in compression pad. The front compartment was the perfect place to store my laptop, passport, AirPods, and other essentials I wanted easy access to. If you're looking to upgrade your old carry-on to something lightweight, sturdy, and spacious — this is it!"
Get it from Monos for $255+ (available in 13 colors and six sizes).
11. And a set of packing cubes to help you fit wayyy more in your suitcase than you ever could have imagined. Plus, these will keep everything organized so you can find your bathing suit as soon as you check-in — because a drink by the pool is just a whole vibe and why should you wait?
Each set comes with a small, medium, large, and extra-large cube, a shoe bag, and a laundry bag.
Promising review: "I have been on the fence about buying packing cubes for two years! I wasn’t sure if they would really make a difference in my packing or not. However, I am so glad I decided to get some! I have looked at many brands but I am happy I decided on this one! These are made from a great material and are super cute! This is one of the few brands that include both a shoe bag and a dirty linen bag! ... I was actually able to close my luggage with ease for the first time. These keep your clothes clean and organized. It makes packing and unpacking a breeze." —Cindy U.
Get a set of eight from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in 13 colors).
12. Plus, a leather electronics organizer so you can prevent all your chargers and wires from getting lost or tangled. Everything will be neatly stored so you can find exactly what you need without having to rummage through your bag.
Mr. Crafter is a small biz that specializes in personalized leather travel and tech accessories.
Promising review: "Absolutely beautiful! The custom lettering came out perfectly and it can easily hold two battery packs and all the cords we could ever need for traveling with cellphones, iPads and our Switch. So pleased with the craftsmanship! Wonderful purchase. <3" —Sarah Kavaljian
Get it from Mr. Crafter on Etsy for $39.80+ (originally $56.86+; available in two sizes, in black or brown, and several engraving options).
13. A felt handbag organizer insert that will keep your bag organized so you don't feel like you have to dive into your bag just to find your chapstick. This has a ton of pockets that make it easier to find what you need ASAP.
Promising review: "My summer handbag has no dividers, so everything falls into a lump together. I was so pleased to find the smaller slender option for this organizer. It slides down into my purse with room on the sides to spare - this is exactly what I wanted since it lets me put things into the organizer and then other things outside of it on either side. I ordered the gray color and am very satisfied with the construction and fabric used." —Jay
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in six sizes and 16 colors).
14. A genius cord organizer with an adhesive sticker so you can pop it on any appliance to wrap the cord around it. This will put an end to tangled wires and it also makes it easier to store items with cords.
3D Home Solutions is a small Etsy shop based in Frisco, Texas.
Promising reviews: "This little thing works so well at containing the cord. It makes my mixer all neat and tidy. I love this!" —Isabelleosborne21
Get it from 3D Home Solutions on Etsy for $8 (available in three colors).
15. A handheld garment steamer, because those carefree days when you could just throw on a crumpled up T-shirt have come to an end. Don't worry, you won't have to whip out an ironing board. This genius device takes only 30 seconds to heat up and you can just smooth away wrinkles while your shirt is on a hanger.
Promising review: "I'm a TV wardrobe stylist, and I do a lot of steaming. This is hands down the best steamer I've ever used. It doesn't spit water out, warms up very quickly, and will steam several garments before it needs a refill. I love that it has a button and a lock to keep it on (my last one just turned on... no button to pause the steam). The brush attachment is awesome, and pulls the fabric as you steam, which pulls the wrinkles out more quickly." —Monkaloo
Get it from Amazon for $30.97+ (available in three colors).
16. A Power Dash carpet cleaner for messes your pet leaves behind. You know when you parents warned you that a dog would be a lot of work? Well, now that you have to do everything for your fur baby, you know they were right all along (talking to myself here). This cleaner has a powerful brush that'll make spots disappear and it uses "HeatForce" technology to quickly dry your carpet.
Promising review: "I freaking love this thing. It's small but extremely powerful! The soap that comes with it is excellent! When I ran out I bought a gallon of it! The amount of cat hair this thing sucks up is wild! I'm six months pregnant and have absolutely no trouble with this thing. It snaps together easy to fill and change water. I wish I could give it 10 stars." —Bee Fowler
Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in three styles and various bundles).
17. A Bartesian cocktail maker that is basically like a Keurig for mixed drinks. If paying $20 for a half-decent margarita seems less appealing now that you're older (same), yet you don't really know how to make a cocktail, this will make it so much easier.
Here's what Daniel has to say about this:
"I used to work as a bartender, so anytime I'm with my friends I end up becoming the designated drink-pourer by default. The problem? I was ridiculously bad at it then and I'm ridiculously bad at it now. If a drink requires more than two ingredients, I probably can't make it 🙃.
Thankfully I had a chance to try out a Bartesian, and it'll now handle all bartending duties for me! It's super easy to use: just fill each glass container with your liquor of choice, insert a cocktail capsule, choose your desired strength, then sit back as it pours you a perfectly crafted drink. I had family over recently and the Rum Breeze and Cosmopolitan were huge hits. If you entertain often, you'll want this on your bar cart ASAP."
Get it from Amazon for $309.73.
18. A set of bedsheet fasteners, because there's no one else there to make your bed now that you're a full-fledged adult. This puts an end to the frustration of having to deal with sheets that slip and slide off of your mattress. So, when you actually decide to make up your bed, your bedding will stay put.
Promising review: "I love these! Since I started using them my sheets haven’t popped off once and that used to be a several-times-a-night problem because I toss and turn when I sleep. Thank you TikTok!" —Gabby
Get a set of four from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three colors and also in packs of eight).
19. A pet hair remover if your parents didn't allow you to have a pet when you were a kid because they said it would be too much work and now you have one and it's...a lot of work (guilty!). If your cat or dog leaves a trail of fur behind on everything from the couch to your bed, all you have to do is roll this back and forth and it'll grab every piece of hair off of your furniture. The best part? Unlike a lint brush, this is reusable!
Promising review: "I was cautiously optimistic, but this tool is as effective as everyone is saying. My couches, and especially my recliner, look brand-new. It takes little to no effort to use. Just use it in a 'scrubbing' type motion and it catches and traps the fur (and other small debris, such as crumbs...) in the little compartment. Pop it open, empty it out. Done." —Ian K.
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in two colors).
20. An emergency car jump starter that also has a tire pump, four interchangeable air compressor nozzles, two USB ports, and an LED floodlight. Because, apparently being an adult comes with all sorts of responsibilities, one of which is planning for emergencies.
Check out a TikTok of the emergency power kit in action.
Promising review: "I would 1000% 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 airs up tires. Just perfect." —SA Sunshine
Get it from Amazon for $128.99+ (available in five styles).
21. A Take-n-Slide medication tracker because it puts an end to wondering if you took your pills today or if you're just having a flashback about taking them yesterday.
These are reusable and stick right on the side of your medication bottles.
Promising review: "This product has helped me SO much. I forget things a lot and forget to take my medications far too often. I was hesitant because of the price, but i am incredibly happy with this purchase. I would go as far as saying it has been one of the best things i’ve ever ordered. It is very easy to use, sticks well, and i’ve reused it on multiple bottles already. Id imagine at some point the stickiness will wear off, but I’m going to use glue dots then. And I will absolutely buy again. These are lifesavers… literally, for me. If you’re on the fence about getting these, let this be your sign. I am really grateful for these. :-)" —Lexie P
Get a pack of five from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors).
22. Some clothing dividers to make it easier to keep things organized and to subtly remind yourself where everything goes. Plus, it'll totally save time when you're looking for your fave shirt. Since we all can't have a closet like Cher in Clueless, this is the next best thing.
Cilpa Store is an Etsy shop that sells modern organizers and home decor such as book dividers, vinyl organizers, towel holders, and more.
Get it from Cilpa Store on Etsy for $6.94 (originally $7.72; available in two colors and 11 styles sold separately — dresses, jackets, etc.)
23. A battery organizer because part of being a grownup is having a junk drawer full of batteries (I don't make the rules). This hardshell case keeps all your batteries neatly organized and it has a tester so you can know which batteries are still good.
Promising review: "Love that there is a battery tester and custom-cut holes for various batteries. I love that everything is organized instead of having to dig through the junk drawer. Best of all, I even get compliments on it from visitors! I think this would be a great gift for a new homeowner." —DEBBIE ADAMS
Get it from Amazon for $23.74.
24. A complete cutting board set to help you chop and store your ingredients when you're making meals. Cooking seemed so much easier when all I did was watch and complain about being hungry. This makes prepping easier because it has four compartments underneath and includes four graters to help you slice, dice, and peel veggies. Now, you won't have a huge pile of food on a small cutting board and have to do a juggling act to add them to your pot.
You get four varied stainless-steel graters, four storage containers, four plastic insert boards that have different corresponding food icons, and a bamboo spoon.
Promising review: "I invested in this cutting board instead of having three or four different ones, and it's worth it. It’s super sturdy and easy to clean. I love that it catches my produce as I’m cutting it up right there and then. It’s really a one stop shop. Exactly what I was looking for. Truly satisfied" —Kiisey
Get it from Amazon for $59.99.
25. A "Worky" station, aka a 15-in-1 portable desktop that'll upgrade your whole WFH life. This station comes with storage compartments for files and tech accessories, a magnetic dry erase board, two standard outlets, two USB ports, and a built-in LED light. You can switch rooms or take your work anywhere easily because you just fold and go.
Worky is a small business that specializes in products to improve remote working experiences.
Promising review: "I've had my Worky for three months now and have loved it. I love that everything is in one place and then I can close it up and work disappears. The compartments are great for tucking away piles of paperwork, the multiple charging outlets are convenient and the LED lights are helpful on Zoom calls when lighting in the room are not ideal. Everything in one place, simple and convenient. Just the way I like it." —Amy
Get it from Amazon for $127.49.
26. A Sheet Keeper, an elastic band labeled with sheet sizes, because you won't have to unravel your perfectly folded sheets to find the one that you're looking for. And, this will keep your sheets neatly folded until you need them.
Sheet Keeper is a small business based in Los Angeles.
Promising review: "Great product. Came quickly and they work great! Such a great idea to keep sheets organized and together while being able to tell what size bedding it is. Will order again for sure!" —devonhansen1
Get two from Sheet Keeper on Etsy for $11.99 (available in six sizes including comforters and duvets).
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