1. A Perry the Platypus mug complete with fedora lid. Just remove the hat when you want to pour in your drink and... wait, where did Perry go? The ceramic mug is handmade, so it takes about 10 days to make.  

Castelida / Etsy

Castelida is a small business based in Turkey that sells handmade ceramics. 

Promising review: "The mug arrived quickly and matched the description in the listing and the photos provided. Both the body of the mug and the lid (hat) are of high quality." —jamesferrari

Get it from Castelida on Etsy for $49.50.

2. A giant bread pillow you can cuddle up with and get nice and toasty. You may want to also get a real baguette because this thing is making me hungry! 

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Promising review: "I bought this delicious bread morsel to cheer up a friend. It was perfect; she really kneaded it. She uses it for cuddling and sleeping. This yummy bread cake doesn’t feel crummy at all; it’s soft. It was the yeast I could do. If your friend loves bread and they're going through a tough time, you butter get this." —Nora Lee Majors

Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in three sizes). 

3. A wind-up toy shaped like a cat riding a robot vacuum. We've all seen the videos — it's time to recreate it at home. 

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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 $10.18.

4. An "ugly" custom pet pillow offering a hilariously warped version of your scrunkly companion. Just send in a photo that you think could be distorted into something perfectly meme-able.  

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Promising review: "This product had me rolling on the floor laughing. It is the best thing I have seen in my entire lifetime because of how funny, cute, and how overall accurate is to my cat. Please buy this if you have living or late pets because it is very nice. 😊😊😊" —Stephanie

Get it from Amazon for $9.88.

5. A pack of food-themed bandages to make injuries feel a little more bearable. After all, who could stay upset while wearing a pickle or pizza slice on their arm? Not me. 

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Promising review: "These are hilarious and will make the perfect stocking stuffer! I didn't realize they were textured with little pickle bumps until I got them. Excellent!" —Christina 

Get it from Amazon for$9.99+ (available in packs of 24, 50, and 300 and 21 designs). 

6. A set ofcowboy straw toppers that add a little "don't mess with Texas" vibe to your water bottle by protecting the drinking straw from strangers bumping into it. Look how cute this bottle looks with a lil' hat on! It thinks it's people. :') 

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Promising review: "So SO CUUUTE! 10/10!! Good product and keeps my straw from getting bugs or germs on it! Plus, it’s really cute." —JennA

Get a set of four from Amazon for$5.99 (also available in four other styles). 

7. A Skin1004 Zombie Pack to bring your skin back to life in a good, non-horror movie way. The mask tightens as it dries, creating a fun undead look (just like the more expensive Hanacure). When you wash it off, you might be pleasantly surprised to see bouncier, more hydrated skin. 

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This mask is made with albumin, a component from eggs that helps moisturize skin. It claims to help tighten pores, hydrate, promote elasticity, remove dead skin, and balance pH. To use, mix the included powder and liquid together with a brush. Spread the mixture evenly over your face and leave until it begins to dry. Wash after 10 or 15 minutes, and enjoy your freshly hydrated face! 

Promising review: "I was gifted the Hanacure masks and loved them, but they're just way too pricey. I heard SO many wonderful things about the Skin 1004 zombie mask, and at about $2.50 a pop, why not?! Let me tell you, this mask is just straight-up magic. I didn't notice any changes to my skin immediately, but a few hours later, when I looked in the mirror, I was shocked at how wonderful my skin looked. I've never noticed a difference like this. Hanacure who?!?? don't get me wrong, the Hanacure mask is amazing and magical, too, but it's expensive and impossible to maintain the twice-weekly mask schedule recommended. This Zombie mask is every bit as magical with better results in my opinion. And it's super funny. A lot of the reviews mention a bad smell, which I was worried about, but I didn't notice a smell, and I'm so sensitive to smell I can't use scented lotions, lip balms, etc. Bottom line, this is better than Hanacure both price and results wise." —Dana Dane

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $19 (also available in multipacks).

8. Ahand-poured soy wax candle that smells like bubblegum. It comes in a cool retro can that's certainly eye-popping!

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Scents of Accomplishment is a small business that sells unique candles in cans. 

Get it from Scents of Accomplishment on Amazon Handmade for $28.

9. Speaking of delicious-smelling candles, a coconut wax option with a 3D hot dog poking out of it. Don't worry! It doesn't smell like lunch meat — you can pick a scent like citrus, lavender, or coconut cream. 

Candle Lume / Etsy

Candle Lume is a small business based in Canada that sells custom candles. 

Promising review: "I love the candle! Great addition to my apartment. Really nice quality and unique!" —laurenhekman96

Get it from Candle Lume on Etsy for $24.37.

10. An infectious disease coloring book oozing with hours of gross relaxation. This purchase is nothing to sneeze at.

Gizzy Books LTD, www.amazon.com

It has over 35 pages filled with icky stuff like flesh-eating bacteria and parasitic worms.

Promising review: "This creepy book is not only fun to color, but it’s actually informative too. Each page has a picture of a disease and then information on the disease itself! I thought that was pretty cool. Color gross stuff and learn. It’s got a good amount of pages to color and each one a different picture." —Shelbe Clark

Get it from Amazon for $9.86.

11. A metal tin with a pair of instant undies, in case of emergencies.

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Just pop it in water to get your underwear.

Promising review: "This was the PERFECT gag gift for every stocking in the household. Everyone couldn't stop laughing and loved it!" —Elephants Are My Thing!

Get it from Amazon for $7.51.

12. A pair of earrings depicting a UFO abduction scene — not even extra-terrestrials can resist a good cat snuggle. 

Dear Prudence, Berlin / Etsy

Dear Prudence, Berlin is a small business that sells surrealist accessories. 

Promising review: "I love these earrings so much! I wore them to a meet-up of cat-loving friends, and they were a hit." —Rainpdx

Get it from Dear Prudence, Berlin on Etsy for $44.75+ (available in three finishes and four materials). 

13. An oversizedSonic ice cream pop plush complete with fake gumball eyeballs. This is definitely the only time you'll see a non-wonky version of this ice pop, and I'm already getting lost in his candy eyes. 

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The plush is a whopping 18 inches tall, comes in classic ice pop packaging, and smells like blue raspberry. Watch an unwrapping video of it on TikTok. 

Get it from GameStop for $39.99.

14. A Godzilla microwave cleaner that shoots out cleansing steam instead of lasers. Not as cool, but definitely more helpful. Just fill the silicone tool up with water and vinegar, microwave it, and then marvel at how you found a cleaning supply that's actually fun.

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Promising review: "Followed instructions for use and had great results cleaning a nightmare of a mess from baked-on chili in the microwave." —Rj

Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

15. Amagnetic goose holder if you're alwaaaays forgetting your keys. You can use it to hold up anything magnetic (I'm envisioning maybe a mini metal basket filled with knickknacks) — some reviewers have been arming theirs with knives. 

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Promising review: "I bought this last month, and I love it! I've never been a fan of the key hanger by the front door (it never felt safe to me), but I always end up turning my apartment upside down, looking for my keys. This is a cute and fun place to remember to grab my keys when I am heading out, and it's endearing to return them to the goose when I come home." —JAK

Get it from Amazon for $18.38. 

16. Snif's Dead Dinosaur perfume — an ode to standing at the gas station and huffing the fumes. The garage-themed scent has notes of gasoline, pink pepper, ginger, cedar wood, and magnolia flower. One reviewer called it "funky but surprisingly wearable."

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Promising review: "I don’t know what it is about this fragrance but I love it so much! It is unique for sure but it reminds me of summer days in a garage, which sounds weird, but that’s what it makes me think of. But then, as that begins to fade, it turns into a great, clean scent. It is the most unique perfume I own, and I own a lot of perfumes (over 100). Snif is an amazing brand!" —Jill T

Get it from Snif for $25+ (available in two sizes). 

17. A Grim Steeper silicone tea infuser that doubles as a useful reminder to people not to bother you until you're done with your morning cuppa. 

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Promising review: "Love this little guy, and he gets a giggle out of my coworkers. Works perfectly and cleans super easily. Can hold larger amounts of tea too, and if you have tea that can be steeped multiple times, just put him in a container in the fridge and re-steep for the next cup." —Codi

Get it from Amazon for $13.41.

18. A ransom note sticker book so you can spend less time cutting up old magazines and more time sending threatening letters. With fewer magazines in print these days, it's getting harder to kidnap people the right way. 

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The book has 2,000 peel-off stickers, including letters, accents, numerals, and punctuation.

Promising review: "Perfect for scrapbooking or journaling. There’s plenty of stickers for each letter and extra for the more popular ones! Good variety of colors and fonts. Even some cool graphics at the end — stars, hearts, angel wings, etc. Would definitely recommend to anyone that likes to craft!" —Anna L.

Get it from Amazon for $18.59.

19. A miniature wacky waving inflatable tube man in case you wanna grow up to be a used Hot Wheels salesman and need something to draw in new customers.

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This little dancing dude is 17 inches tall! It uses 9-volt alkaline batteries (must be new) or an AC adapter — using an AC adapter with the proper specs is the recommended choice for best performance.

Promising review: "I opened the package and screamed for joy! As I placed the 9-volt battery, my hands were trembling with what was going to happen next! As I turned on the wacky waving inflatable tube man, I knew I have a friend for life. Someone you can really count on cheering you up when you are feeling down. He brought me such joy I started to cry with laughter and happiness." —Robert Wurstner

Get it from Amazon for $11.66.

20. A working claw machine you can fill with any tiny treats you'd like, from squishy toys to candy to...uhm...bones. Now you can say, "we have claw machine at home." 

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The machine comes with fake coins to activate, but it also works with real quarters. Reviewers warn that it's pretty loud and burns through D batteries. 

Promising review: "This game is awesome! So worth the purchase! I got it for my niece's 4th birthday and it was a hit! I read all the reviews prior to purchasing and I highly recommend doing that. I was able to buy smaller toys and figurines to throw in there as well as some bite size candy so I could have it ready for her to open and play with." —Chelsey

Get it from Amazon for $39.15.

21. A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit that comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel to display your tiny masterpieces. It's perfect for adults and teens looking for a quick project and kids working on their fine motor skills. 

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The kit comes with two landscapes and one portrait of Bob.

Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and What a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m

Get it from Amazon for $6.80.

22. A "Grievance Journal," aka a "burn book for the discerning misanthrope" for people who use complaining as their main form of communication. There are 52 prompts and "darkly funny" quotes to guide you through a thorough vent sesh. Your only complaint when you get this will be, "Why didn't I get this sooner?"

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Promising review: "Bought this intending to gift it to a friend but ended up getting really into the prompts and decided to keep it for myself. WOW, what an awesome way to vent and articulate the negativity you're feeling by actually forcing yourself to form coherent thoughts around your emotions. Cheaper and more effective than therapy, buying several more for friends and fam." —Alex

Get it from Amazon for$27.99. 

If your recipient wants something a little less grim, check out this Burn After Writing book with a similar but lighter sentiment. 

23. A handy fork that clips onto the side of your pickle jar for easy midnight snacking.

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The fork has three prongs to make it easy to spear olives and pickles.

Promising review: "This is one of my favorite kitchen gizmos, and it doesn't take up room in the drawer! I eat lots of olives, and this keeps me from having to wash or get a clean fork when I'm in the middle of making a salad or just want a snack, and it makes spearing the olives easier, too. It comes with two sizes to fit any jar (even though if you need, this I feel like you probably get the big jars, right?). They are stretchy and easy to get on and off. I usually just rinse it between uses and then wash the whole set up when I open a new jar (which is about weekly)." —Emily

Get it from Amazon for $9.49.

24. Asticker book filled with grouchy-looking cats. I would ask why they're so upset, but we all know cats never need a reason. You can have fun placing these directly in the sightline of anyone bugging you that day. >:(

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Each cat comes with a speech bubble and a mean one-liner. 

Promising review: "My brother is a cat lover, and the stickers are big and beautiful. This is his favorite Christmas present from me." —C. Wong

Get it from Amazon for$8.

25. An eye-catching tabletop lighter shaped like a jelly mold that even comes with a little hidden tray underneath. Lobster aspic, anyone? 

Edie Parker

Get it from Edie Parker for $137+ (originally $195; available in eight styles).

26. An opossum toywho somehow managed to not only get a driver's license but also find a street-legal peanut to drive into town. Congrats, 'possum!

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Just pull it backward to make it go! Archie McPhee is a small business that has been selling quirky goods for over 30 years. 

Promising review: "My dad and I always give each other gag gifts for Christmas, and this one is so unique and funny. 😭 A possum in a peanut. 🤣 Would buy again, 10/10. Great money spent. ✋🏼" —Alyssa

Get it from Amazon for $12.

27. A disco ball watering globe to make your plant feel like they're at their own personal dance party. It'll keep your plant hydrated between watering sessions and, when the sun hits just right, create a fun light show in your home. That's a lot of benefits from what seemed like an impractical purchase at first. 🤔 

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Promising review: "I love the uniqueness of these watering tools! They sparkle subtly in the sunshine and provide me with the peace that I can go a few days without watering! Well designed, and I would buy from this seller again!" —Laura

Get a set of two from Amazon for $24.99.

28. A sad duck night-light ready to cheer you up — because at least you've never felt so down you've melted into the table. 

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My husband got me this light as a gift, and I can confirm it's very cute. If you firmly tap or squeeze it, you can toggle between three brightness settings. It's not bright enough to read by, but it works quite nicely as a night-light or for mood lighting. The legs are wiggly, which is definitely a selling point for me. 

Promising review: "This little lamp is BEYOND adorable. I got it as a gift for my niece, and she loved it. It's super cute, has a soft squishy texture, and has a little X for his butt. Maybe some won't like the little X, but it just adds extra cuteness. Worked right out of the box. Seemed pretty bright. Squish him, and the level changes. I can't speak to life expectancy, but it seems decent enough quality. Freaking adorable! Way better than expected." —KF

Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in two other styles).

29. A fruit tart bed because your little blueberry needs the perfect place to rest their head — a kiwi pillow! You gotta love pet products that double as decor. 

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Take it from BuzzFeed Shopping writer Mallory Mower: "Not only does my cat sleep in this every day, but she also loves playing fetch with the lightweight fruit. I often find her rolling the blueberries around the apartment. I dig having a pet bed that doubles as daily entertainment."

Promising review: "The cats love it! They birdwatch in it until they fall asleep. They also play with the stuffed fruit, which I didn't think they would. Both seem to enjoy it, and they fight over it at times. I bought the large. Very happy with this purchase! My cats are picky, and most things I buy turn out to be a waste, not this one!" —A Hutch

Get it from Amazon for $31.99.

30. A"Gracula" garlic crusher that ironically helps you with one of the most tedious chores in the kitchen. Just throw in the peeled cloves, twist, and feel grateful you Let the Right One In...to your kitchen. 

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Promising review: "I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I’ve minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It’s a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it, but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway, so it’s not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!" —Barbie

Get it from Amazon for $16.95.

31. An unbelievably cute tomato lamp so you can bathe your home in a saucy red glow. Reviewers say it's just as cute as the more expensive one you might've seen on Urban. 

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It comes with a white cord, but it would be kinda cute to paint it green so it looks like a vine. 

Promising review: "Found a similar one on UO for close to $100, and this one takes the cake! Has a broad dimming and brightness setting as well as a timer and pulsing options. There’s a remote for it as well as a controller on the cable. I’m a self-taught home cook and am obsessed with anything food-related, and this has completed my kitchen! Definitely recommend!!" —Merrie

Get it from Amazon for $29.90.

32. A pair of handmade farfalle barrettes that are almost im-pasta-bly cute. Pair with some butter earrings to complete the look. 

Britts Highlights / Etsy

Britts Highlights is a Florida-based Etsy shop established in 2021 that specializes in unique hair accessories. 

Get them fromBritts Highlights on Etsy for $13.56.

33. A dino nugget plush because stuffed animals make the best throw pillows. Now you can just add some stuffed peas and a plush pile of mashed potatoes to hide them under. 

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Promising review: "Adorable, soft, textured fabric, great stitching, and most importantly, plenty of fluff! It came vacuum-packed but quickly reshaped. I was planning on making this custom myself, but for the price, I'm very pleased, and I have one less project on my plate." —Mackenzie

Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

34. A snail (or alien) headband offering an extra set of eyes for your skincare routine. It'll keep your hair out of the way and put you in the right mindset for slathering various serums and snail secretions. 

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Promising reviews: "Each Christmas, we give our daughters a stocking that contains silly and/or functional stuff that is supposed to surprise them Christmas morning. This was the perfect silly stocking stuffer for our oldest." —Richard Kranz

"I love this SO MUCH. I embrace my inner snail every time I wash my face. It's soft but not too fluffy and thick. It has a nice stretch, but it's also not too loose where I feel like it's falling. Buy some for you and your snail friends :)" —sam

Get it from Amazon for $5.79+ (available in 18 colors).

Reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.