1. A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit for anyone who gets stressed trying to paint those happy little trees on a big canvas — even if you can hear his soothing voice reassuring you over any "happy accidents." This comes with everything you need to practice your painting skills and make three tiny works of art that Bob would approve of. 

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The kit comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel.

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 $6.51.

2. A spinning pill dispenser if you struggle with remembering to take your daily meds or vitamins. Just stick this to your wall, fridge, or mirror and make that daily obligation feel like a day at the fair. 

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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). 

3. Patchology's "Rosé Toes" moisturizing foot mask that's infused with shea butter and strawberry oil to give your feet a much-needed spa day. In just 10 minutes, your feet will feel like they grew a new skin that's baby soft and ready for some heels. This mask + a glass of rosé = 😍. 

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Patchology is a small business that specializes in themed beauty products. 

Promising review: "Super hydrating for my feet! You can usually see when my feet are dry, but when I use this, they stay hydrated for a week after use! Love these!" —Michelle 

Get it from Amazon for$10. 

4. A pack of Wikki Stixdesigned for a mess-free doodling experience without needing to carry a whole pack of markers and paper. You can bend these wax sticks into any fun shape and stick them to any surface without leaving a nasty residue. These are perfect for kids waiting at a restaurant or bored on a flight so you can avoid hearing the question: "You got games on your phone?"

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Promising review: "Such a fun toy. They're easy to take to play with in a restaurant or while waiting. Very versatile. They can be made into just about anything. A fish, a bracelet, a rocket ship. They can be used many times." —Nicole Hadley 

Get a pack of 24 from Amazon for $5.25. 

5. A delightful Lego botanical "happy plants" set if you've killed every single plant you have ever encountered. These guys don't need any watering and will just hang out on your desk or shelf to give you a much-needed positivity boost. This 217-piece set is great for kids or adults who don't have time to build those extra-large sets. 

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Promising review: "As an avid Lego enthusiast, I've had the pleasure of building numerous sets over the years, but this one stands out as a masterpiece. From the moment I opened the box, I was impressed by the thoughtfully organized bags and clear instructions, making the build both enjoyable and manageable. I love plants, so the attention to detail in this set had my heart!" —Jami

Get it from Amazon for $22.99. 

6. A light-up solar frog figurinethat'll sit right in your garden or on your porch like a parent waiting to ask, "Where have you been all night?"

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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 $19.77. 

7. ANeeDoh "Dream Drop" if you're stressed out that we're already over halfway through 2025 (same). This dreamy, sparkly, goo-filled blob will help you slow down and find your calm without covering you in sticky residue. The satisfying squish with the slow rise will have you fidgeting all day, which can help improve your focus as well. And bonus: It comes with a little stand so you always have easy access. 

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Schylling is a small business that specializes in modern and retro toys, games, and sets. 

Promising review: "Great, and I love that it has a tray to sit on. I love how firm this is to squeeze, and the slow release is really relaxing. The included dish is a great touch — it keeps it clean and gives it a dedicated spot to rest." —AZmom

Get it from Amazon for $6.90 (the color is either blue, pink, or purple and gets selected for you at random)!

8. A "Penny the Penguin" silicone measuring cupthat makes cooking and baking a mess-free deal. You can pour precisely with her beak spout, and the easy silicone grip makes it mess-free for your kiddos to help out. Be warned, you might be making pancakes every day just to use her. 

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This is a newer product from the iconic Ototo quirky kitchen line, responsible for other beloved gems like theNessie Ladle and Crab Spoon Rest! 

Promising review: "I love this little silicone measuring cup. I use this exclusively to boil water in my microwave, and it works fabulously." —SADebb

Get it from Amazon for $19.95.

9. A reusable silicone cactus dryer ball designed to replace those boring disposable sheets that can leave your clothes covered in a grody residue. These cuties cut down on drying time and catch loose hair and lint, leaving your clothes feeling softer and wrinkle free with no annoying static. 

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Check out a TikTok of the cactus dryer ball. 

Promising review: "This is my first time using these, and I'm already in love! I saw someone say these can catch hair but I didn't know if these would really catch hair until I used them. They even captured cat hair, which is life-changing for me! 😄😻" —E & D

Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three other styles). 

10. A pack of hair-tie bracelets for anyone who's ever had an otherwise nice photo "ruined" by that ugly black elastic on your wrist. Now you can keep an emergency hair tie close by at all times and have it look like just a cute addition to your bracelet stack. 

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Check out a TikTok of the hair tiesin action. 

Promising review: "I love these! These add the cutest touch to any outfit. They make you feel better about wearing a hair tie on your wrist. And they function great as both a hair tie and a bracelet! Not too tight to wear as either. Love them!" —Tiara Scheurell 

Get a set of 20 from Amazon for$6.39 (available in 10 styles). 

11. A Godzilla microwave cleanerdesigned to loosen up all that caked-on gunk and grime with his monster breath, making your wipe-down easier. Feed him a little water and vinegar, then turn on the microwave and watch him roar as if he's gearing up to attack Tokyo...again.

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Promising review: "Worked fantastically. My wife had doubts about how egregiously dirty and caked-on the gunk in our 15-year-old microwave was (she thought we'd need serious chemicals!), but with only one pass of using this, it got 80% of all the gunk built up. A second pass a few days later got most of the rest!" —Some Hyena

Get it from Amazon for $21.95.

12. A sloth "breathing partner" here to guide you through meditation as it fades in and out of different colors. Each color signals you to inhale, hold, or exhale so you can try out the calming 4/7/8 "calming breath" routine (or one of its other modes) the next time you have a stressful deadline. It has no noise or extreme lighting, so it's not only super relaxing but also kid friendly — and can even just be used as a night-light!

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Mindsight is a small business that specializes in calming personal care and decor products. 

Promising review: "I’m a yoga teacher and I started using the sloth light in my classes to help guide breath work. My students love it and find it very helpful as a visual aid so I don’t need to do all the counting for them. Love this product!" —Robin

Get it from Amazon for $23.95 (available in three styles and with or without sound).

13. A vampire garlic crusher if you love garlic but haven't quite figured out how to properly chop it without just smearing it all over your cutting board. His pointy little fangs turn a messy job into a quick and easy one — just twist for garlic heaven without having smelly garlic hands for days. 

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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 $19.95. 

14. A pair of 3D frog earringsso cute, you'll want to retire that boring stud arrangement for good. Now it'll look like you have a little creature telling you secrets all day — or whispering compliments, Aquamarine style. 

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Promising review: "These are so cute! They’re extremely light, which is nice because I got my ears pierced around five months ago. They don’t irritate my ears at all, and they’re great quality for the price." —Meara

Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 15 styles). 

15. A Frenchie-themed charcuterie board guaranteed to make you the star at your next potluck, with so many nooks and crannies (just like a Frenchie's wrinkles 🥺) to fill. Combining everyone's love for dogs and cheese?!! You might just get a round of a-paws. 

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House Party 2K20 is a small business that specializes in unique serving accessories. 

Promising review: "I absolutely love this bulldog charcuterie board; it’s the perfect size and it’s made so well. All the dog lovers wanted to know where to purchase one. I used it twice already for two parties and it was a hit!" —RN79

Get it from Amazon for $24.95+ (available in two sizes). 

16. A mini bookshelfthat you can spend hours arranging until you organize your perfect library. The set of 300 (!!) mini books includes classics like Romeo & Juliet as well as newer hits like the A Court of Thorns and Roses series — you might believe they actually shrunk your personal collection! So turn on your favorite audiobook and wave your stress goodbye as you focus on putting these little books in their proper place. 

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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 welt 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). 

17. Death Wish instant coffee packets to give you that much-needed energy boost that one cup of regular coffee just won't. Each packet of Death Wish comes with 300 mg of caffeine, so you'll be buzzing all day (and maybe into the next). 

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According to the Mayo Clinic, “up to 400 milligrams of caffeine appears to be safe for most healthy adults,” but you should talk to your doctor about what’s right for you.

Check out a TikTok of the Deathwish Instant Coffee in action. 

Promising review: "So let me start by saying that this coffee is delicious and works if you’re someone like me who wants to stay awake. I work night shifts at a hospital, and in the mornings, when I get home, I’m quite tired and sleepy. I made myself a cup of coffee and waited for it to work. Now let me tell y’all!!! This coffee kept me awake for hours!! BOY, WAS I WOWED INDEED … best believe I went ahead and ordered three more boxes. This is now my to-go coffee if I need a BOOST!!!!!! If you like coffee and want to stay awake, then BUY THIS COFFEE!!! I’m happy I no longer have to take naps to get re-energized." —nancy

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $10.99. 

18. A set of ceramic rice ball vases so tiny that you can hide them all around the office to give your coworkers a quick smile. Who can ignore these cute little faces??

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Promising review: "BEYOND DARLING. They arrived and I giggled out loud. They are the cutest little things EVER. They make me SO very happy. They are well made and high quality. So glad I stumbled across these!!!!!" —Madeleinexo

Get a set of five from Amazon for $19.99(also available as cats and ghosts). 

19. A "float-tea unicorn" if you want to make every day feel like summer even though the weather is transitioning to hot beverage season. 

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Promising review: "No matter how your day goes, if you are a tea drinker, put this lil' guy in your cup of tea and he’s sure to make you smile! He works as expected to steep your tea ... the smile and brighter mood are decided bonuses! He’s very easy to fill with tea leaves, and after your cuppa, he is really easy to clean! I have a number of different infusers for tea. This cute lil' unicorn is already my fave.  ❤️🦄❤️" —Vicky S. 

Get it from Amazon for $18.99. 

20. A set of Crayola Globbles, a fun way to get out all your stress without being left feeling more stressed over grimy residue on your hands and walls. You can squish them, stretch them, or chuck them at the wall until they satisfyingly stick, then slowly roll down.  

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Check out aTikTok of the Globbles in action. 

Promising review: "So much fun. These were a last-minute Santa gift add-on, and our kids love them! They stick to everything, and they can easily be washed with some water to become more sticky.'" —NCC 

Get a set of six from Amazon for$11.48.

21. A pack of cowboy straw toppers to keep anything icky out of (*cowboy voice*) these here parts. These are also great for protecting your Stanley when it gets knocked over — no accidental spills in this rodeo. 

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Promising review: "I’m obsessed with these. I bought these about a year ago and have been using them since. My Stanley cup goes everywhere with me, and these do a great job at sealing the straw. They’re the perfect size to fit well on the standard straw. They also get a lot of compliments lol" —Poor quality stickers

Get a set of four from Amazon for$5.99.

22. A set of cutesy but mighty bow-shaped hair clips that'll add just the right amount of elegance to any basic outfit. Reviewers rave about how well these hold up thick hair, which means you won't be fixing your updo every five seconds. 

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Promising review: "I have extremely thick hair, and finding clips that actually hold it in place without slipping or breaking is a constant struggle. These bow hair clips totally exceeded my expectations! They come in a set of four beautiful colors, which gives me great options to match different outfits. The material feels sturdy, and the clips have a strong grip that actually keeps my hair up all day without adjusting. Plus, they’re super cute and add a nice touch of style without being over-the-top. Love the great price point and size of them as well. Highly recommend if you’ve got thick hair and want something both functional and pretty!" — Elasah Adler

Get a set of four from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 14 sets). 

23. A cute polar bear hydrating stick for after yet another work-heavy all-nighter that your poor under-eyes are taking the hit for. This formula has niacinamide and glacier water that can help reduce puffiness and dark circles, so you can go through your day looking like you actually slept eight hours. 

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Reviewers say they LOVE to put it in the fridge for extra cooling to help decrease puffiness and get that extra *ahhhh* feeling. 

Promising review: "I have always had bags and dark circles under my eyes and have tried sooooo many things. I was skeptical that this would work, but oh. my. goodness. This little stick is amazing. The puffiness was gone. Dark circles are still there, but definitely not as bad. It also smells really nice and absorbs instantly. Plus, the container is cute. I highly recommend it to anyone else who has tried all the things and been disappointed." —HeartsUnfold

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in collagen and peptide formulations). 

24. Afire escape wall shelf if you've always dreamed of living in the city — this might just fulfill your fantasy, or at least help scratch the itch. It has three levels for displaying all your plants and collectibles in a more aesthetic way than regular old bookshelves — and without breaking the bank on the ($200!!) Urban Outfitters version. 

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Promising review: "I wanted one of these things ever since I knew this thing existed. Glad I have one. Great quality, easy installation. Satisfied purchase." —Greg 

Get it from Amazon for$30.49+ (available in two sizes). 

25. A shy little pumpkin night-light to protect you from the scary late-night noises and shadows — but let's be real, one look at his little sad face and you'll realize you might have to protect him. 

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Promising review: "This item definitely exceeded the definition of cuteness. I bought this for my bookshelf, and now my nieces are asking for one for their room. 🎃  Love how it has a timer for 30 minutes. It works great." —Book_Hollows

Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 

26. Apound of cereal marshmallows, because this is what your younger self would want to spend their adult money on. Fulfill your inner child and enjoy all the sugary goodness...without your mom yelling at you to eat your fruit first. 

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Medley Hills Farm is an Ohio-based, family-owned small business that specializes in unique candies, snacks, and baking supplies. 

Promising review: "Buying these charms was one of the best decisions of my life. The bag is twice the size of my head. The marshmallows are aesthetically pleasing and delicious. It's everything I ever wanted in a snack." —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $12.99.

27. A sword-shaped grater if you don't just love cheese but will go to battle for a perfect slice of gouda. Add it to your next charcuterie board and have a knightly evening. 

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Promising review: "It's so cute!!! I've ended up using it so much since getting it, there are plenty of times I've avoided using my regular grater but didn't because box graters are so hard to clean. This one makes it so much simpler, and it goes perfectly with our DND-ish themed home!" —Natalie

Get it from Amazon for$14.90. 

28. A skull-shaped ice mold to get you hyped for spooky season, no matter the time of year. Just plop one of these bad boys into your favorite cocktail — you'll be the host of the year as your guests' drinks turn into  ~mysterious potions~. 

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This mold can be used for more than just ice cubes — you can make soap, spooky candles, or a scary chocolate treat for your next Halloween party! 

Promising review: "Got these to make ice cubes for a Halloween party. It's very easy to use and easy to clean. The cubes come out perfectly. I'm probably going to try to use it to make chocolate skulls next." —Amazon Customer

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $8.49.

29. 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. 

30. A pair of air-conduction headphones if you love to run, work out, or dance around blasting music, but don't love uncomfortably shoving AirPods into your earhole. These are designed to be lightweight and sit comfortably right over your ear for long-lasting wear, without earaches or panicking when your earbuds fly out. 

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It picks up calls just as well as any other pair, and is designed so the sound isn't audible to anyone else! 

Purity is a small business that specializes in tech products and accessories. 

Check out a TikTok of the open-air headphones in action. 

Promising review: "I've tried soooo many different types of earbuds over the years with no success. But these Purity open-air headphones are the first pair I've ever tried that actually fit well, don't hurt, and sound great! So, after many years of trying, I've FINALLY found the right ones for my ears!! Woohoo! They are comfortable, lightweight, have great sound clarity, are easy to operate, have great battery life, and people can hear me clearly when I talk on the phone with them.  I definitely recommend these, especially if regular in-ear buds don't work for you either." —CPic

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in 34 styles). 

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