38 Novelty Products That Are Just Plain Fun
Promising review: "I LOVE these! They’re so cute, the colors are vibrant, and they match the photo almost exactly. I love that you can switch out the scents or even use essential oils to add your own. Because of this, they should last a long time! Definitely worth the money." —Jenna Waller
Get them from Amazon for $9.99.
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Promising review: "I didn't know what to expect from this super adorable anxiety bookshelf, but it delivered! I shake it up when I feel anxiety, even frustration, and I sort all the little books back onto the shelves any way I want, and it is sooo satisfying! The bookshelf is super cute and well-built. It is sturdy and beautiful. The tiny books are detailed, and their covers are amazing. They aren't actual books, but they really look like they are. This is the most gratifying gift I have ever purchased for myself. Beyond satisfied!" —Elda M Ferguson
Get it from Amazon for $26.90 (available in three colors).
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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 its 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 $12.79.
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Promising reviews: "I love my new pizza cutter... 'Here's Johnny' is getting old for my family, but I don't care, I love it!" —CS1212
"I bought it just for the reaction, which was as expected — laughter. Turns out it cuts great, better than my regular pizza cutter, and it is surprisingly ergonomic." —STC
Get it from Amazon for $6.
Promising review: "Love this! Was not sure if it would end up being stuffed in a drawer or a novelty. It’s one of the best things I have purchased in a while. I purchased a second as a gift." —Tammil
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
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 $11.99+ (available in four styles, two sizes, and in multipacks).
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PS: You can also use it for ginger!
Promising review: "I purchased this as a gift for my friend who is a fantastic cook — she uses fresh ingredients almost exclusively — but pressing fresh garlic is a task usually delegated. No longer — Gracula is there for her. She uses him nearly every time she needs garlic (which is basically daily) and months later still makes a point of saying how much she enjoys the gift. Anyway, definitely recommended for people who cook with garlic and have a sense of humor." —L
Get it from Amazon for $18.95.
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Promising review: "This is both ridiculous and spectacular. It just might be my best Amazon impulse buy ever." —Meredith
Get it from Amazon for $19.44.
These socks come in one size, but reviewers ranging from women's size 5.5 to men's size 11 say they fit!
Promising review: "These socks brighten my day every time I wear them. I love that they hold hands and have other sock friends to hold hands with. I gave the second pair to a coworker so we can high-five throughout the workday. Makes our hard days better and our good days even brighter!" —AK Lady
Get two pairs from Amazon for $14.99 (available in two styles).
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." —Aerebys Stare
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
And all you have to do is click 'Customize Now' and then upload a well-lit image! My Sticker Face is a small business.
Promising review: "I think this might be one of the best things I've ever bought on Amazon. I bought one sheet for my mom for Christmas, and they just came. She hasn't seen them, but I know they'll crack her up. They look fantastic. I'll definitely buy more!!" —Claudia Basile
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
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Check out a TikTok of the pill dispenser in action.
Promising review: "So I am horrible about remembering if I took my pills. And I HATE digging into the old pill boxes or doing the tip-over. I don't know what it is, but I have always disliked it. I hung this on my wall right by the kitchen, so I pass it like 5,000 times a day, and I can't not see it. It is so fun pushing the little orange button to watch the meds fall out. I mean, it kind of feels like a really weird game of Wheel of Fortune, but I like it." —Grofica
Get it from Amazon for$29.99 (available in four colors).
CasualChicken / Etsy
CasualChicken is a small business based in Irvine, California, that sells an array of unique 3D printed items.
Promising review: "My order came well packaged and on time. Gifted it to my friend and she thinks it is hilarious." —Grace
Get it from CasualChicken on Etsy for $11.99.
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 had a friend for life. Someone you can really count on to cheer 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.
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Promising review: “Purchased two! They added so much bling to my apartment! Will be getting one for each window. 💕" —Natalia
Get it from Amazon for $20.78+(available in various sizes and finishes).
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A few reviewers with trichotillomania swear by this as a helpful alternative for picking tendencies!
Promising review: "I have a tendency to pick at my clothes when I’m bored and have nothing else to occupy my time with. I got this toy to see if it would scratch that itch and save my clothes from my boredom. It worked much better than I thought it would. The outer layer to pluck has a soft woolly feel, and the under layer is very soft. Some of the strands were a bit stuck and took some effort, but most came out with only a little effort. I’ll probably get some more if I know I’m going to be away from home for a while." —Terras
Get it from Amazon for $7.50 (and check out dozens of other versions on the Fluffie Stuffiez Amazon storefront!).
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"As you can see from the above GIF, I bought these for myself, and I love them to pieces. TBH, I use them as decor every bit as much as I use them to eat. Sometimes I just keep them in my work area to light them up during the day to feel fancy. They toggle back and forth between a bunch of different colors, like red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor, so you can either make them match *or* have a red and blue one together and bring ~balance~ to the Force."
Promising review: "I purchased these for a friend's birthday present (he is a sushi waiter) and these are flippin' AMAZING. I ordered two sets by mistake, but I am totally keeping the second pair for another gift (or for myself!). These are sure to be great conversation pieces and attention-getters. Way to go!" —T. Redwood
Get two pairs from Amazon for $10.97+ (available individually or in sets of two, three, or four and in 12 colors).
Promising review: "These are very cute and I love the magnet holder to stick on my fridge so they are easily accessible. Not sure about the durability, haven't used it very long." —Save the Bees
Get a set of 12 clips from Amazon for $14.90.
Promising review: "Got these for my boyfriend as a Christmas gift with his dog’s face on them. He loved them. Put them on when he went to work the next day. Got a lot of compliments." —D_Review
"I was a little worried about the quality of the images when I ordered these....but they turned out great and were the perfect Christmas gift for my 30-year-old son who lives far away from the family pets." —Mia
Get them from Amazon for $14.59 (available in 37 colors).
Promising review: "It's beautiful! 😍 I'm so happy. I used it as soon as I got it open, and it works like a dream. It is very sturdy, and I love the little crook at the end of the stem/handle. It's so cute. 🥰 I'm so glad I bought this for my bathroom. It really adds an adorable touch to my bathroom decor, and it has a purpose, so it's even better!! A+++ 🍒" —BumbleBee
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
Promising review: "I didn't know what I was missing until I used these. My life is now complete. If you enjoy comfort and lazy binge-watching but don't care how ridiculous you look wearing these, then you have found Nirvana. My glasses fit in these just fine. Takes a minute to get used to, then it becomes your reason to live. Expect people to laugh at you, but forgive them for they know not what they are missing." —Michael Boyd
Get them from Amazon for $12.58.
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Promising review: "This is the cutest thing. Super mini, like three inches tall. I keep it on my desk at work when whiners come into my office, LOL." —Lulu
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
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Promising review: "I needed two things out of a laundry bag: something that could fit three to four loads and something that was not just flimsy canvas or cloth. This checked both of those boxes. The bag is adorable in that it is made to resemble a punching bag (and I often show aggression toward my laundry as it is my least favorite chore) and has a durable PVC bottom, so even when you set it on a concrete laundromat floor, it protects your clothes and holds up to wear and tear. Worth the price for sure!" —Sarah
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
Promising review: "I have trichotillomania and really love these little guys. They help refocus my habit, and the pull is very satisfying and realistic. I've had to repurchase already, and I'll reorder more in the future. Can't recommend these enough, as I've been searching for this type of tool for a long time." —Danika Hill
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in 19 styles).
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Promising review: "I bought this for my 4-year-old niece, but my 17-month-old toddler loved pressing the button so much that I got him his own too. He LOVES it when I hide Silly Poopy ,and he gets to go find it! It’s his favorite new game now. It keeps his interest since it gives him clues by making noises and saying little phrases periodically. His older cousins (6 and 8) love hiding it for him and for the 4-year-old. I would say it’s perfect for that 1.5–6-year-old range." —Corinne
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
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Promising review: "This must be the greatest idea since the discovery of fire! Two days in, and my hardwood is shining! And all with just walking around! Of course the quality is pedestrian (pardon), of course it doesn’t look like it was made by Versace, but that’s not the point, is it?" —Nigel
Get them from Amazon for $13.99 (available in three sizes and 15 styles).
Twisted Egos / Etsy
Twisted Egos is a West Hollywood–based small biz that specializes in enamel pins, patches, accessories, and wearable art.
Promising review: "This shipped really fast! I absolutely love it, definitely my new favorite keychain. Dun dun." —Jen Horton
Get it from Twisted Egos on Etsy for $9.50.
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Promising review: "Sir Arthur is our beloved knight of fridgeland. Wish we had a dozen of them. They are so sturdy and fun for kids. Our toddler loves him, and it always makes us smile. It’s the little things, ya know? It is made of quality hard plastic and has a little hinge feature. Easy to clean. Worth every ridiculous penny spent." —Amanda Marceaux
Get it from Amazon for $13.90.
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Promising review: "I get so many laughs and compliments when I bust this thing out to slice a birthday cake! I got it for my baby girl's first birthday party (on Halloween!) and I relish any opportunity to use it. It's so much fun! It's also lightweight and easy to clean. It doesn't take up much drawer space, and it's not much larger than a proper kitchen knife." —Heather David
Get it from Amazon for $10.38.
Acacia Grove / Etsy
Acacia Grove is a Rochester, NY–based small biz that specializes in miniature building materials.
Promising review: "I love having this on my desk. I ordered a 24 pack, but have decided I like it best with 12 blocks, so I ordered a second pallet." —Carolyn Finney
Get it from Acacia Grove on Etsy for $9.79+ (available in packs of 6, 12, 24, 48, 120, and with or without a pallet).
Promising review: "This doll is amazing! Not only did it help me through holiday shopping, it helped me survive election commercials! It's small enough to take anywhere you might experience stress: your job, grocery store, dentist, Department of Motor Vehicles, parent/teacher conferences and waiting in line to vote! It fits right into my purse so I can quickly grab it when someone drives too slow in front of me or when I get pulled over for my right tail-light out. I love that it fits nicely on the night stand to conveniently grab when hubby snores! I can't think of a better gift for friends, teachers, or people you purposely annoy. And it's VERY VERY durable! I use it at least 25 times a day and the seams are just fine!" —William Imand
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in packs of one, two, three, four, five, or six).
Otter Finds / Etsy
Otter Findsis a Florida–based small biz with all sorts of quirky home decor and desk toys.
Promising review: "Great gift or office item! I set mine up in my office on the windowsill so I can play with it whenever I feel stressed. Thanks so much for the great item!" —Amie Herbert
Get it from Otter Findson Etsy for $27.99 (originally $37.32).
Handy Cute Art/Etsy
Handy Cute Art is a Florida-based Etsy shop that specializes in quirky home products.
Promising review: "These are the cutest ever! My daughter ate these guys [a lot] growing up. Great reminder gift of her fave snack food!" —Teresa A Houtz
Get a set of six from Handy Cute Arton Etsy for $9.80 (originally $14).
Promising review: "Functional and so cute! I was tired of chasing the flopping charger cord each night and this little holder has enough weight to stabilize the process. The silicone has a solid, soft feel and nice look to it and I love the aqua blue, true to the online picture. My series 4, 40 mm slips in easily. I may get the pink one just to use it as a stand for safekeeping instead of just laying the watch on counters when I need to take it off temporarily. I highly recommend it!" —Barbara, Central Florida
Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in two colors).
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Promising review: "This is a great spoon rest, but an even greater conversation piece for anyone who walks by the stove. 'Is that a giant ravioli on your stove?' 'OMG, no, it's just my adorable spoon rest!' Jealousy ensues. You get the idea. Also, it keeps the stove clean(er), and everything washes off of the spoon rest quite easily." —Melissa McMahon
Get it from Amazon for $12.34.
Each set contains 91 pieces, including a hammer, wrench, pliers, screwdriver, measuring tape, and much more, like hook sets, push pins, and other DIY and home improvement tools.
Promising review: "Great quality six months later. Still kicking and is cute enough that it stays in the house as a conversation starter, and durable enough to be in use all the time. The case is still holding up. My husband loves 'grabbing his Thor hammer.'" —Lori E.
Get it from Amazon for $79.99.
Inceptualize3D
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Inceptualize3D is an Atlanta, Georgia–based small biz.
Promising review: "My cup holder came in today and I am loving it. Was able to put the Joy-Cons in with no difficulty or problems. Holds cans and bottles as described; however, the real test will be some Cup Ramen. 😉" —Julia Gray
Get it from Inceptualize3D on Etsy for $20.
It comes with both a clamp and an extra-strong suction cup, so you can decide how best to attach it to your desk.
Promising review: "It's easy, works well, and I think my desk will fall apart before the punching bag does." —Leah C.
Get it from Amazon for$24.95 (available in three colors).
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