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Hey, I Know You’re Bored At Work — So Check Out This List Of 26 Weird Little Trinkets Before Your Boss Catches You

Okay, there’s some pens at #5 — just meet me there whenever your manager walks by, and we can pretend you’re shopping for the office.

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by Karly Jacklin BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Staff

I'm a resident writer, cat mom, and obsessive online shopper who is passionate about quirky pet products, home decor, size-inclusive fashion, and, above all, perfumes.

1. A magical retro Disneyland-style desk nameplate for everyone who wants to trick their brain into associating their work station with the Happiest Place on Earth. ✨

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Magic Charm Makers is a California-based Etsy shop established in 2012 that specializes in personalized gifts. 

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lordsays, "This is my MOST favorite gift for all the Disney adults in my life! It's so charming and vibrant and ships fairly quickly, and it's one of those "Oh, they DEFINITELY don't have this yet" types of gift ideas. It's also nice and lightweight for moving around different spaces in your home!"

Get it on sale from Magic Charm Makers on Etsy for $8.25+ (originally $16.50+). 

2. A pair of flamingo toilet bolt covers because installing these quirky little babies to cover an otherwise extremely unremarkable feature of your toilet is an *excellent* use of free will, thank you very much. 

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Promising review: "Soooo much cuter than a plain white bolt! It's in my guest bathroom and all my guests come out smiling and ask me about them . I still crack a smile when I go in there." —eslell

Get them from Amazon for $16.58+(available in nine other shapes).

3. An octopus fidget toy with real suction cups on the tentacles. And while this cutie pie is aesthetically adorable, it's functional, too! It can help you keep your hands busy with its satisfying squishiness — or you can wrap it around your water bottle, stick it on the back of your phone to use it as a stand, or even wear it as a bracelet. 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

Your friends' stress ball collections WISH they were as cool as this.

Promising reviews: "Genius design! Exactly as advertised! The best fidget toy in my collection now! I will buy more." —April A.

"These little octopi have air-filled heads to squish, and very bendy limbs. It's adorable and small, fits around your wrist as pictured, and works as a phone stand too! Enjoy it!" —Ali

Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in five colors).

4. A pickle wine stopper because — and anyone who has ever met a brine enthusiast can verify this claim — if you love pickles, there's a one in one chance that it's basically your whole personality. Why not add this wonderfully wacky thing to your collection of pickle paraphernalia? 

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Promising review: "I bought this pickle wine stopper for my nephew and his partner. It keeps air out of the bottle with a snug fit, and it cleans up easily after use. The fact that they love 'pickle' anything is an added bonus!" —Cynthia

Get it from Amazon for $19.50.

5. A pair of Kaco pens with the cutest packaging — they're Pantone themed (with the iconic Kaco heart on top, ofc). But fear not! They write with smooth, black ink that'll definitely work for writing notes, signing official docs, or anything else ~professional~ you might need a pen for. Real Elle Woods vibes over here.

Amazon

Promising review: "These are actually very nice pens, both to look at and to write with! My wife loves them. The quality is excellent for the price. She uses them all the time and loves the little heart that pops up. Such a smart design! Perfect gift for the graphic designer." —Chefmodo

Get them from Amazon for $11.29 (available in four colors). 

6. A mob of 48 glow-in-the-dark mini dinosaurs to keep things interesting around your house, your workplace, or anywhere else you feel could use a little more...prehistoric pizzazz. 

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Promising review: "These dinosaur figures are great. The pieces are the perfect size, sturdy, and have bright, fun colors. My kids love them because they encourage imaginative play and creativity. I really like the quality and that there are several figures to keep them entertained." —Isabel

Get them from Amazon for $14.99(available in two pack sizes).

7. A windproof lightsaber lighter so you can channel The Force to do some *very* important tasks (... like lighting your emotional support candle). It does glow red, though, so just be sure you can handle coming over to the dark side. 😈

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Grab some butane fuel here. The flame goes out when pointed down, so you'll have to pick up your candles before (carefully) lighting them. 

Promising review: "This thing is impressive. It shoots out a 4–5 inch jet of flame that starts blue and then melts into a brilliant magenta that reminds one of Darth Vader's lightsaber. It is well made, entirely of metal, and has quite a hefty weight to it." —PDT

Get it from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in two colors).

8. A "hork" (horse-shark) figurine because look at it...it's a freaking hork. I'm not saying buying this will fix all of your issues...but it's almost impossible to be upset when you look at this thing. 

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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 $15.99 (also available in a plush version and a mini plush version). 

9. A Grim Steeper silicone tea infuser if you're the kind of person who measures time in "days from Halloween," no matter what part of the year it is. This cute lil' guy lets you add a little spook to your morning sipping ritual as he ominously floats around your cup of oolong. 

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Promising review: "I absolutely love this tea infuser! It's perfect and adorable! I love his scythe because it helps hook him onto the side of the cup. I feel he steeps the tea rather well. Cleaning him is super easy! It's also fairly easy to get the tea leaves out of him. None seem to get caught on anything on the inside. It's one of those little things that's well worth it. It makes having tea fun! Works wonderfully and I feel it is the perfect size for the cup I use." —supergirl

Get it from Amazon for $15.46.

10. A set of crochet cat butt coasters, 'cause if your felines are already running your home, you might as well lean into it a little.

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Promising review: "These kitty coasters are the perfect blend of cute and practical! The craftsmanship is excellent, with intricate details that bring the cat design to life. They’re thick enough to protect my furniture from hot or cold drinks without being bulky. Plus, they add such a fun and cozy touch to my home decor! I’ve received so many compliments on them from guests — they’re definitely a conversation starter. Bonus: they make a fantastic gift for any cat lover. Highly recommend!" —Rene

Get a set of three from Amazon for $8.99. 

11. A set ofcowboy straw toppers so you can put a little "yee" in your Stanley cup's "haw," all while keeping your water safe from any rogue contaminants it might encounter as you go about your day.

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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. 

12. A blackhead remover anxiety relief toy to kick back (more like pick back 😈 🤏) and self-soothe without damaging your *own* skin by turning very minor pimple spots into open wounds. And btw, this little guy actually likes being picked at...and it's good for him, TYVM. 

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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 $19.99 (available in nine styles).

13. A miniature frog because hey — sometimes your WFH setup gets a little lonely. Why not treat yourself to an adorable amphibian coworker who can cheer you on while you try not to fall as leep during your billionth conference call of the week?

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Promising review: "I love it. I brought it for my desk, and I’m in love with my little froggy. It comes already assembled. The color is true to the picture, and it is just so cute! It even rocks back and forth, which is fun and useful when you need to fiddle with something." —Amber

Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in four styles).

14. Or a light up solar frog figurine so you can have someone to sit on the porch and sip your morning coffee or evening glass of wine with who won't expect you to chat when you're just trying to relaaaaaax.

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Promising review: "I love this! It’s well painted, and the solar light works great. It is the cutest thing on my patio table." —solowithpits 

Get it from Amazon for $21.98. 

15. A set of book-shaped sponges to make cleaning feel a little less like your least favorite chore of all time and a little bit more like a whimsical, romanticizable part of your day.

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Promising review: "My mom loves books and cleaning. Perfect gift. Except they are too cute that she will only use them as decor in her kitchen :)" —Chaney

Get a set of three from Amazon for $10. 

16. A set of Croc-inspired, refillable car air fresheners if you're the type of person who has a pair of colorful clogs for just about any occasion (perhaps you even have a pair of bridal Crocs). Well, now your car can join in on the fun, too. These come with scented pads (four lavender, four fern, and four unscented) that you can place inside the shoes and let them work their fragrant magic.

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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 a pack of four from Amazon for $9.99.

17. A dimmable sad duck night-light to reassure you that even when you feel a little like flopping on your side and remembering every embarrassing thing you've ever done...you'll still shine bright. Shine bright like a duck light. At least I think that's what Rihanna said.

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Promising review: "This little guy is hilarious! I got it for my son and he immediately loved it. He keeps it on his bedside and can easily tap it to turn it on during the night if he wakes up and needs a little light in the room. It has a few different brightness settings that are easily set by tapping the duck. It lasts a while without a charge, and also works while it's plugged in, which is a feature that I appreciate." —ADH

Get it from Amazon for $16.99.

18. A phone umbrella that'll protect your device from quickly overheating and allow you to check your Instagram feed (or just watch your own story over and over again...) in direct sunlight. 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

Check out aTikTok of the phone umbrella in action. 

Promising review: "I got this little umbrella because I'm always outside for work, and the sun shines bright. I always have to put information in my phone for work, and sometimes I can’t step out of the shade to do so. The sun protection is good, and the performance and size are perfect for my phone. I’ve had people ask where I got it because they also need one." —Garza Jboss

Get it from Amazon for$9.99(available in 15 styles). 

19. A TikTok-viral star projector shaped like the cutest astronaut in the whole galaxy. Not only will you get an adorable piece of table decor out of the physical projector, but you'll also get a show-stopping array of galaxy lights on your ceiling to usher in some ~chill vibes~.

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BuzzFeed Shopping editor Kayla Boyd says, "This little astronaut guy is such a cool piece of decor. I love that it's not boring-looking when it's turned off. And when it's on, it's honestly pretty mesmerizing! I love a good aesthetic ~vibe~, and this totally transforms my living room at night. I always turn it on when I'm relaxing on the couch with a glass of wine and a good show. It's also a big hit when my friends come over to hang out." 

Check out a TikTok of the projector in action. 

Get it from Amazon for $29.74+ (available in six colors).

20. A shaved sheep plushie that you can instantly shear by unzipping its cute little wool coat. How could you ever be in a bad mood with this baby by your side?

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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 $13.99.

21. A "peek-a-boo" mugwith a tiny animal friend inside to make your morning coffee ritual a little less lonely — and a whole lot cuter. The design is so charming, you'll probably want to keep it displayed with your coffee station as a whimsical piece of decor. 

Amazon

Promising review: "This lil' guy looks so polite. 😍 Adorable!! I bought one for my mom and another for myself. Has held up well for the eight months I’ve had it, no chips, cracks, or any damage!! Very durable, and not sure if he’s microwave safe, but I’ve warmed him up a few times without issue. Holds a good amount of coffee too!! I put him in my dishwasher too!" —Victoria

Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in 11 styles). 

22. A Smiski plush keychain to keep you (+ your other bag charms!) company while you're out and about running errands. Be careful, though — this little guy has been known to sneak candy from the grocery store checkout, so keep an eye on him.

Urban Outfitters

Promising review: "I love my lil' Smiski keychain <3. He's pretty big, which I love, and really good quality. The clasp isn't flimsy either, and I got the other design for my friend for Christmas :). She really loved it!" —Izzy8568 

Get it from Urban Outfitters for $24 (available in two poses). 

23. A flexible flower vase with bendy, posable limbs so you can delight your fellow weirdos and mildly frighten the normies who might spot this in your home and ask, "Wait...is that thing alive?" 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

Promising review: "An affable, squishy, bendy, happy little vase! The consensus on my social media page is that everyone should have one of these. I finally got a chance to try it out with some daffodils, and really, it's hard not to smile when you see them." —Susy Lundy 

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors). 

24. A crystal sleepy cat figurine that'll be sure to brighten your day (or your desk setup 😉). They're made entirely of smooth, polished stone, so each one has its own unique, quirky charm just like real kitties. 

Amazon, www.amazon.com

Promising review: "Awww it’s so cute! 🥰 it arrived, intact, and exactly as described. I’ve always loved obsidian and I have a lot of it in black but I absolutely love this mahogany obsidian cat." —Hanna blue

Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes and 22 styles). 

25. Dr. Jart+'s Jelly Bear Overnight Lip Mask, which is not only an effective treatment for dry, chapped lips (due to its star ingredient, hyaluronic acid) but ALSO the cutest darn thing you've ever seen. 

Amazon

Promising reviews: "I received this on a Thursday with rather aggressively chapped lips. By Friday night, my lips were considerably less chapped and much more comfortable. By Saturday night, my lips were no longer chapped at all and very moisturized. While out tonight (Sunday night) I had a friend ask if I have had something done to my lips because they look so full!!! They are soft and moisturized and I feel like they have been revived from this cold dry winter! 100/10 recommend!" —Gordon S. 

"Best lip mask I've found in a while! I use it as needed as night or during the day and it has brought my super dry chapped peeling lips back from the brink when nothing else would. I’ve tried Bite's overnight lip mask (the OG mask was PERFECTION before they changed the formula), Laneige, and Burt’s Bees overnight mask. This one has by far been the best." —Molly B

Get it from Amazon for $25 (available in a pink raspberry scent or blue unscented). 

26. Some Goldfish-shaped magnets because who could ever refuse a little pack of the snack that smiles back? They should just be mentally prepared for that jingle to be stuck in their head every time they see these. 

Handy Cute Art / Etsy

Note that these may not be a safe choice for homes with kids and pets who may mistake them for the real thing!

Handy Cute Art is a Miami-based small business.

Promising review: "Such a cute little item. Giving this to my friend for her birthday. It's one of those things you didn't know you needed 'til you see it." —Theresa Jenkins

Get six magnets from Handy Cute Art on Etsy for $14.

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