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30 Lighthearted, Impractical Products For Anyone Who Just Needs A Little Fun In Their Life

You need a fun purchase to make up for another week of boring house errands.

Posted on Oct 17, 2026 UTC

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by Mariel Guzman BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Staff

I'm a resident writer on the Buzzfeed Shopping team, where my love for shopping (and doomscrolling on TikTok) helps me curate lists of the most trending lifestyle, home, beauty, and fashion products.

1. A Fuggler Baddie that you didn't know existed and now won't be able to get out of your head (sorry, not sorry). These little creepy cuties are ready for their close-up with shiny tooth gems, show-stopping colors, and lashes that'll have you feeling a little jealous. After you get one, you'll want to get the whole crew!

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Promising review: "I gifted this little wide-eyed weirdo to my daughter for her Fuggler collection, and she loves it! This little Baddie is so cute. She’s super soft and cuddly, and her little eyelashes and tooth gems are so goofy! So glad to add this baddie to our collection!" —Laura

Get it from Amazon for $11.97+ (available in six styles). 

2. A "hork" (horse-shark) figurine to fill that last spot on your trinket shelf you've been saving for something ~amazing~. Truly, nothing better than this beautiful specimen. 

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Promising reviews: "Sturdy, amazing quality! Had a girls' trip where we bought each other phone cases, and I found this gem to glue to my friend's/victim's case. He showed up in all her photos like he was taking a selfie. Best purchase ever, it’s so stupid hilarious. I’m gonna order one for myself. 😂" —C.C.

"Sent this to my daughter, unprovoked, for no other reason other than I thought it would be hilarious. She had no idea it was coming. She was both completely confused and laughing hysterically after she opened it. She then sent me a picture she had taken of her boyfriend a couple of weeks prior, of him at the store holding a stuffed version of this exact same thing. She's 23. I'm 43. We just get each other. ❤️" —Casey Madalena

Get it from Amazon for $15.95+ (also available in a plush version and a mini plush version). 

3. A Spooky Cutieadult coloring book you'll live through vicariously as you wait for the leaves to turn brown and the ghosts to come out. (The little guy by the fireplace is such a vibe!) Get in the spooky mood as you color away, listening to your favorite horror podcast. 

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Psst — you can pick up a cult-fave colored pencil set on Amazon for $8.48! 

Promising review: "I LOOOOVE this coloring book! So many cute pages and perfect for spooky season. If you love Halloween and coloring cute images, then this is the book for you. Has a variety of pages, and all have the perfect thick lines we all love in coloring books! Add to your cart now!" —Sagrario

Get it from Amazon for $9.99. 

4. A banana duck plushie — he is literally the perfect shape for after-work naps, I can picture it already. Just make sure to hide him when guests come over, or there might be a *DUN DUN DUN* duck-nap! 

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Promising review: "I bought it for my friend's gift basket, and I honestly expected it to be smaller. It’s actually a perfect size and SUPER SUPER SOFT. I swear I'm not tryna be dramatic to try and sell you on this. It’s just that whoever thought of a banana duck as a concept needs to get a raise!" —Plush owner

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four sizes and five styles).

5. A two-headed animal sticker sheet that'll look absolutely sick all over your laptop, water bottle, and Kindle. They are so stinkin adorable but might creep your cubicle neighbor out just a little bit (worth it). 

Peach Cat Prints / Etsy

Peach Cat Prints is a small business run by Ash, who got started by making a few custom stickers to hand out at festivals.

Promising review: "Some of my favorite stickers I have ordered! Definitely getting more soon." —Dana

Get it from Peach Cat Prints on Etsy for $8.99+ (available in glossy or sparkly styles). 

6. A pack of spooky fairy lights to instantly turn your house into Halloweentown with the friendliest little ghosts, witches, mummies, and slightly spooky pumpkins (don't worry, they don't bite). Just string these along railings, windows, and door frames for the cutest addition that'll have you screaming, "THIS IS THRILLER" 

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Promising review: "Halloween never looked so cute! This string of Halloween cuties is a great find for the price. Bright and cheerful! I love the timed feature. Battery operators so they can go anywhere. Strand MUCH longer than expected! No regrets!"—JackiLea 

Get it from Amazon for $17.99.

7. A shaved sheep plushie — you'll need it ripped out of your hands after you take his little "sweater" off for the hundredth time. You won't be able to help it; he's just so dang adorable and probably the closest you'll get to the satisfying shearing of fluffy, soft wool. 

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If sheep are not your thing, check out this alpaca version. 

Promising review: "I love him. He is so cute and so well-made. He is the perfect size and shape. I named him Banana Peel Son since his wool comes off like a banana peel. Adorable. Would recommend to everyone." —Lexie Collins

Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

8. Amini inflatable tube guy that'll give you the motivation you need to get through another week. It's like having your own personal cheerleader right on your desk! You can even put it in your coworker's cubicle to give them a quick laugh that'll make their day. 

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Promising review: "OMG! I love this guy! These things, large and small, will ALWAYS make me laugh. My husband bought the desk version for me, and I can always count on it to make me laugh. My co-workers love it, too. People just stop by to turn him on for a quick pick-me-up. I would recommend getting the AC plug since batteries can run down fast. I think we should create a community of fellow air-dancer-havers and post clips of our little guys dancing to our favorite songs. Anyone in?" —Mark

Get it from Amazon for $9.33. 

9. A basket of PSL plushies for decorating your home with — or for literal emotional support as you weep for fall to stay forever. These little cuties are all you need to fill your pumpkin craving without spending another $10 on a latte. 

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Promising review: "I work in an elementary school kitchen, and sometimes I need an emotional support something. I keep these on top of my printer, and at LEAST every other day, I have a few students who ask me to just look at them, hug one, and hand it back. Looking at them all day makes me smile, and the fact that they can be helpful to the students is a huge bonus as well." —Yourgirlelm

Get it from Amazon for $9.

10. A set of glow-in-the-dark "tree elves" that you will have to explain to your neighbor — they'retiny guards of the forest from the movie Princess Mononoke — as they cutesy-creepily glow in your garden bringing you all the good luck. 

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Promising review: "I have actually bought a couple of packs of these. I think they’re so cute and fit so well in a little plant or around the house. Sometimes, I like to let my friends pick out some little guys as members of their families.  Plus, did I mention how cute they are? And they glow in the dark very well." —Jen

Get a set of 20 from Amazon for $9.98 (available in green or green and blue as well as a set of 10). 

11. An animal cookie pillow to join your circus of quirky home decor and *smart* financial decisions alike. There's no way you can't smile at a giant version of your favorite childhood snack. Hey Siri, add "circus cookies" to my grocery list. 

MiaBOWstyle / Etsy

MiaBOWstyle is a small business that makes the cutest homemade plushies. 

Promising review: "These animal cracker pillows are everything! So adorable, always make me smile." —Lauren 

Get it from MiaBOWstyle on Etsy for $28.73+ (available in three animals and two colors). 

12. A wind-up toy of a kitty riding a robot vacuum, because how else will you distract your coworkers on a random weekday? 

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This toy is battery-free! It also comes with a little booklet. 

Promising review: "I think this little toy is adorable. I have it on my coffee table, and you just wind it and watch it go. I bought one for a friend, and she loved it. Cute gift for cat lovers." —T

Get it from Amazon for $8.96.

13. A 597-piece brick greenhouse set to give the fairies that *definitely* live on your desk a comfortable hangout spot. (If you believe hard enough, it'll be true!) It comes complete with so many little plants, a kitty, and even a tiny mailbox, aww. Plus, it has a built-in LED light so your fairies will find their way home at night — and you'll have the sickest night-light. 

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Promising review: "I bought this for my 17-year-old daughter and I to put together, and we had so much fun! The blocks are great quality, and it's super easy to assemble. I would recommend it to anyone 10 and up, as it has smaller pieces. Definitely recommend if you want an affordable activity to do one night that can also serve as decor!!" —duffy

Get it from Amazon for $31.98.

14. A strawberry baby keychain because the designer bag charms are just missing that extra touch of whimsy. These little cuties will keep you company on your fifth matcha run, just don't forget their cake pop, or they will throw a tantrum. 

Lone Frog Shop / Etsy

Lone Frog Shop is a small business. 

Promising review: "I absolutely love this totally weird and cute strawberry felt baby. It looks just as pictured on the website and seems like it was made with a lot of care." —LLLLBEE 

Get it fromLone Frog Shop on Etsy for $34.99+ (available in three designs). 

15. A unicorn-head squirrel feeder that low-key gives me nightmares and giggles all at the same time. If your neighbors already didn't think you were weird enough, this might just put you over the top. 

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Accoutrements is a small business that specializes in offbeat home and lifestyle products. 

Promising review: "This is both ridiculous and spectacular. It just might be my best Amazon impulse buy ever." —Meredith

Get it from Amazon for $21.95. 

16. A trio of opossum finger puppets who look ready to annoy your roommates as you perform a whole world tour with these little rascals as your backup singers. 

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Promising review: "This was a gag gift for my partner for Christmas, and it was hilarious. I have a size 12 finger, and these fit my fingers so that’s a win!" —Ace

Get them from Amazon for $7.90.

17. A set of floating candles that'll not only make it feel like you're living in the Haunted Mansion ride but also bring out your inner witch with a remote control magic wand. Each candle comes with a 4-foot clear fishing line, so you can hang them all over your ceiling and turn your home into a witch's lair. 

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Promising review: "I purchased these after I saw them in a viral TikTok video, and they did not disappoint! Every single one of the candles works perfectly, and the flame flickers just like a real candle. They were really easy to put up in the ceiling because they were already strong with the fishing line. I just used clear thumbtacks and wrapped the line around them and hung it on the ceiling. The wand is so cool and works perfectly well for turning on and off the lights. I definitely would purchase more to add a little bit more magic throughout the house! Absolutely worth it!" —Korg

Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $18.99 (available in six varieties). 

18. A candy (!!!) little cap for your feline bestie. It's literally Cat In The Hat IRL but 10x cuter. They are also mystery boxes, so neither you *or* your cat really knows what's coming. 

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Promising review (for the fruit cap): "Well worth the laugh. The cap is very thin, much like Barbie doll clothing material. But the stitching is nice and the cap has ruched elastic under the chin, so it will fit a bigger cat head. Mine is 15 pounds, so he has a bigger head. It will flatten your kitty’s ears, but his are stumps anyway, which is probably why he tolerates this more than he might otherwise. Thrilled I got the orange, he is certified orange meow." —RB

Get a randomly selected design from Amazon for $4.99.

19. Some festive, new fall Legos that include a cutie jack-o'-lantern pick-up truck and a Halloween wreath. You will feel the spooky vibes taking over brick by brick. This is a fun way to get your kiddos in the spirit and/or enjoy decor that is guaranteed to get compliments from every guest. 

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Promising review (for the truck): "Great Lego set to add to your Halloween decor." —Shelley 

Get them from Amazon: the Halloween wreath for $39.99 and the truck for $14.95.

20. Or a Lego Pixar lamp that is ready to be paired with a Toy Story marathon and a plate of ratatouille. The fun doesn't stop at just putting it together; there are cute Pixar easter eggs hidden throughout for you to find that are sure to make your child-like heart flutter. Bonus, you can display it in two ways, sitting next to the ball or right on top of it as if it's bouncing in the iconic intro. 

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Promising review: "I LOVE IT! Great for any Pixar fan! Officially one of my favorite Lego builds. It was easy and I was able to finish it in less than two hours, which is fast for me because I have two young kids and hardly ever get to finish my Lego builds in one sitting. AND super cool mini hidden surprises." —Lucy G

Get it from Amazon for $55.99.

21. A Tamagotchi to throw you back to the days of gaucho pants and wearing way too much cucumber melon. These little guys are a wave of nostalgia and a *bit* of trauma of trying to keep them alive ALL DAY. You can hang this on your bag or keep it on your pants for quick fun that'll bring back your childhood wonder. 

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Promising review: "I absolutely love this Tamagotchi! It brings back so many childhood memories while still being fun and engaging today. It’s simple to use, interactive, and keeps you entertained as you take care of your virtual pet. The design is super cute, and the quality is great. It’s perfect for both kids and adults who want a bit of nostalgia. Definitely a fun little device to have or even give as a gift!" —Arlin Maciel Corniel 

Get it from Amazon for $22.84+ (available in a variety of designs) — and check out the Tamagotchi store page for other fun designs. 

22. A crystal suncatcher you'll want to put up in every room in the house, so even just going to the bathroom will feel like entering a magical portal. Mmmmm actually... You might want to keep it away from your WFH office before you get too mesmerized and never get anything done.

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Promising review: "Soooo pretty and makes the room dance with glittery disco spots. It’s such a whimsical little addition to the plant window." —KB 

Get it from Amazon for $16.99. 

23. A tin of emergency googly eyes because you never know when you might run into a boring object that is just BEGGING to come to life. Bonnie from Toy Story had the right idea — even a simple spork can become your new best friend. 

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Promising review: "I used these for a prank on my roommate and stuck eyes everywhere. They come in different sizes, some small and some big. They are pretty durable, as we keep finding them on different random objects. They were even stuck onto a door, and stayed the entire time we lived in that apartment. They are easy to use, as the back is sticky. They also put a lot in the single tin." —Flint_Ste.el

Get a tin of 150 from Amazon for $8.95.

24. A capybara mug — he's wearing a little orange hat, ready to protect your drinks from flies trying to steal a sip. Be kind to him, it's his first time holding hot coffee.

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Promising review: "Bought as a gift, and they loved it! Great buy for sure." —Rosa

Get it from Amazon for $18.99.

25. A plug-in color-shifting mushroom light for those late-night bathroom runs or for pretending you're a fairy looking for trinkets (I don't judge). 

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Check out a TikTok of the mushroom night-light in action. 

Promising review: "I LOVE this night-light. It's in my bathroom and is a lovely addition. It turns off the second the lights go on, which is nice [because] I don't have to worry about accidentally leaving it on. Super cute and the little itty-bitty lighting element does a good job lighting, just enough so I don't have to turn the main lights on in the middle of the night." —1Thand

Get it from Amazon for$5.99. 

26. A viral pre-assembled swinging ghost to add an eerie glow to your front lawn that is sure to get a few points and stares. You can control the haunting with a remote that lets you turn the light on and make it swing right when your nosey neighbor walks by. That's sure to give them a chill. 

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This spooky ghost comes with eight different lighting modes, four different brightness levels, and a timer so you don't have to worry about turning it off before bed. 

Check out a TikTok of the swinging ghost in action. 

Promising review: "I can see why this went viral! So cute, easy to put up and adjust as needed. It’s bright enough to be seen from far away but not obnoxious." —KC

Get it from Amazon for $45.99+ (available in a larger size). 

27. A fairy door garden kit to feed your inner child because no one ever truly stops believing. Add it to your backyard for a silly ice breaker at your next tea party or your favorite tree out front so you can share the magic with people walking by. 

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Promising review: "I bought this on a whim. We lost a big tree to a storm last summer and wanted to do something interesting with the stump. It's mossy and covered in fungi. It was the perfect base for the start of my new Fairy Garden. Easy to install and fun to 'landscape' and decorate. Looking forward to expanding the bed with fairy-friendly plants." —C. Meyers

Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in three styles). 

28. A plushy ghost backpackin case you've been needing a new amusement park bag for this year's spooky mazes. You can fit snacks, water, and even tissues for the fear tears that might be shed. 

Amazon

Promising review: "It’s just like the picture! It’s so cute! I used it for a rave, and it fit everything! It’s pretty roomy!! Definitely get!" —Chibi Cyriis 

Get it from Amazon for $16.99.

29. A bag of Swedish Candy Chef's Lagom mix, because if you've been drooling watching TikToks of other people trying it, it's time to satisfy that craving.  This comes with eight different classic candies so you are sure to find your favorite. Just be warned, you may never go back to boring gummies again. Once you get that first taste, you're gonna want to have these on speed dial. 

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Promising review: "This is delicious candy and not overly sweet." —RyanBrockus

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

30. A Friday the 13th-inspired gnome that you can have creeping in your garden all year long, because who said spooky season has to stay only in October? This is a subtle touch that might make your neighbors fear you just a little bit as they speed-walk past your house. 

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Promising review: "Great little piece for horror fans. It's pretty well made and packaged securely. A nice, unique addition to our horror collection." — angel15314

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in two colors and another style).

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