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It’s Your Money, Spend It On What Makes You Happy: 32 Things To Treat Yourself To

You worked hard for that coin — put it to good use. :P

Posted on Oct 11, 2026 UTC

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by Rebecca O'Connell BuzzFeed BuzzFeed Staff

As a BuzzFeed Shopping editor, my goal is to find all the products actually worth buying.

1. A sparkly tinsel mini chandelier that'll be such an amazing centerpiece, you may plan a whole party around it. Wouldn't blame you if you just kept it up all year round afterwards — it's that cute! 

Amazon

Promising review: "Absolutely freaking obsessed with this chandelier. Like OBSESSED. I got it for a Christmas decoration, but it’s staying up all year. She is perfect in our space!" —Kate B.

Get it from Amazon for $23.99.

2. A "splat frog"filled with moldable sand, not unlike the Stretch Armstongs of the past. Toss, pat, and smoosh this amphibian whenever you feel like you're gonna croak under pressure.

Amazon

Archie McPheeis a small business that sells gag gifts. 

Promising review: "I got this for my sister for her birthday — she loves frogs. This little guy is squishy, fun, and grumpy looking. Definitely a worthwhile purchase — everyone loved him!" —BearSoul

Get it from Amazon for $19.43.

3. A rat king plushcomplete with pizza cloak — how regal! We've come so far from simple teddy bears...

Amazon

Promising review: "Incredibly soft, great for rat people." —Neo

Get it from Amazon for $18.86.

4. A somewhat rude sticker to make your commute feel a little more like Mario Kart. Leave those slow-driving jerks in the dust!

Amazon

Promising review: "I put this on the driver-side mirror of my car. The instructions were clear and simple. It came with two decals, but I only used one because my passenger mirror has the usual writing about objects in the distance. I've been through a few car washes, and so far, it's stayed in place. I love that it is subtle, but gives me a chuckle when I remember that it's on my mirror." —J.Z.

Get it from Amazon for $2.99.

5. A jar of black truffle "caviar"for when you want to feel tuxedo-level fancy, but don't have the funds (or heart) for the real deal. These truffle pearls are made with squid ink, so they still have an ocean-y kick without any sturgeon endangerment. 

www.amazon.com

Promising review: "These truffle pearls are a game changer! Their rich, earthy flavor elevates pasta, eggs, and more to restaurant quality. Easy to use, fresh, and luxurious — a must-have for any truffle lover!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $39.99.

6. A shaker of edible cocktail glitter, because what drink wouldn't benefit from a little razzle dazzle? The halal- and kosher-certified glitter is exactly what you need if you're going for "my bartender is a fairy" type vibes. 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

Bakell is a small business established in 2016 that specializes in edible glitters for food and drink. 

Promising review: "I used this for a Halloween drink and the party loved it! It was so aesthetically pleasing." —Jessica

Get it from Amazon for $8+ (available in 17 colors). 

7. A pack of glittery highlighters for people who want some extra ~oomph~ when they highlight a really juicy part of their textbook. 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

Promising review: "They were complete eye candy 🍬 They are beautifully smooth and perfect. The Japanese Zebra brand has never disappointed me, and I am truly grateful. 👊❤️🔥" —Junkie4fitness

Get a pack of five from Amazon for $7.40. 

8. A trinket boxshaped like a cat sitting on a couch — something that was never allowed in your parents' house but is now a regular occurrence in yours.  

Friends NYC

Friends NYC is a small business based in Brooklyn that sells cool gifts. 

Get it from Friends NYC for $19.99.

9. Chatter mouth silicone grips for a somewhat unsettling cooking experience. These pot holders can withstand up to 450 degrees and double as a tool to torment your guests with lil' nibbles. >:) 

Amazon

Promising review: "I love these for getting stuff out of the microwave I've made far too hot. They really work and clean well! Good Fred product as always." —Jessi

Get them from Amazon for $19.99.

10. 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." 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

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 $47.55.

11. A pack of merit badges for the modern adult who needs a little encouragement. Congrats on flossing — it's a big accomplishment!

Amazon

Promising review: "These badges are beautifully made, high quality, with vivid colors and no fraying — looked just like the pictures. Very easy to adhere. I used these to personalize my work bag, which is made out of heavy canvas. Highly recommend it, will buy more." —M Simon

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $18 (available in 28 sets).

12. Mystical Flames — a cool invention that turns your boring old fire into a rainbow fire. Camping has never felt so rave-like.

amazon.com, amazon.com

Just don't use these packets if you're planning on roasting food.

Promising review: Mystical Fire Colorant is amazing. For a really fun experience, get some of these for your next camping trip. As if a campfire needs improvement... but this stuff is really neat. I'd say the adults love it even more than the kids. We only used one packet, and the colors were so good — it seems like they lasted at least 20 minutes. There was even color left in the ashes the next day. We will never go camping again without several packs of Mystical Fire on hand." —TeNe

Get a pack of six from Amazon for $7.20.

13. A set of toilet bolt caps when you're super serious about having a home that's chock-full of whimsy. Just unscrew the boring caps and screw these on in their place. 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

Promising review: "By far the best thing I've ever purchased! Super cute addition! Well made and a nice size!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $11.86+ (available in 10 styles/colors).

14. An enormous, five-pound bag of gummy bears, because you're financially independent and can buy your own candy, Halloween be damned.

Amazon

Listen, I'm gonna leave a short review here, but click through and read some of the dang novel-length reviews some people are leaving. People are passionate about these gummies! Maybe it's because they're softer than other brands and have 12 (!!!) flavors.

Promising review: "As a gummy fanatic for more years than I care to admit, I have tried all sorts of brands, both popular brands and generic, domestically and internationally. In terms of taste, moisture, aroma, and variety, Albanese gummy bears are unmatched. Yes, they're pricey, but if you prioritize quality over quantity, this is the purchase for you. Treat yourself to absolute quality and go for Albanese." —trev rogers

Get it from Amazon for $23.44.

15. 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. 

Amazon, www.amazon.com

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.

16. A pair of chandelier earrings for an over-to-top, iconic look that will make everyone's eye light up when they see your earrings light up. They don't just look swanky: They're made with flexible oxidized silver and clear Czech teardrop crystals. 

Diana Caldarescu / Etsy

You don't need pierced ears to enjoy! They hook over the top. Grab some CR1632 batteriesto turn them on. Diana Caldarescu is a small business that sells unique made-to-order jewelry. 

Get it from Diana Caldarescu on Etsy for $158+ (available in single or a pair). 

17. 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.  

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

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 $8.88.

18. 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. 

www.amazon.com

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.

19. 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 learning. 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.

20. 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. 

Amazon

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 $15.68.

21. 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. 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

Promising review: "My best friend loved this for her birthday. She loves Halloween and tea, and this was such a cute and perfect gift." —Harley Nixon

Get it from Amazon for $16.69.

22. Nostalgic bath pearls for anyone who misses taking a truly fun bath. Throw a couple into your tub, put on "Candy" by Mandy Moore, and recapture some '90s magic. 

www.amazon.com, Bare Boutique

Each bag comes with 30 pearls (enough for 15 baths). The shapes and scents vary from bag to bag. Bare Boutiqueis a small business based in the UK.

Promising review: "Cute and pretty. Just the right amount of oil to subtly moisturize my skin without being excessively oily. And amazing smells, all of them, even the ones that didn't sound exciting based on the names. They do remind me of the ones that were out in the '90s, so they nailed it there. They can leave a slight bathtub ring, but nothing major." —Nadia

Get it from Amazon for $15.99.

23. 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. :') 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

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$6.99 (also available in four other styles). 

24. A Lego cherry blossom kit for decor you can build yourself. The 430-piece set comes with everything you need to build two stems, and at less than $15, it's a steal compared to most Lego kits.

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

Promising review: "Great afternoon activity. All of the flower Lego sets are great for a break and getting your mind off things. We have several different flower ones in a vase, and they all seem to fit nicely together." —Jeremy Moeller 

Get it from Amazon for $14.99. 

25. 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. 

www.amazon.com, www.amazon.com

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 $12.49 (also available in multipacks).

26. A teeny-tiny board game (like Operation, Connect 4, and Hungry Hungry Hippos) with working pieces for the competitive mouse in your life.

Amazon, www.amazon.com

Promising review for Monopoly: "This is, hands-down, the coolest Monopoly game ever made! It has every piece and detail that the full-size version has, and the quality exceeds my expectations. 😊 Can't wait to play it!" —Andrea

Promising review for Bananagrams: "This is adorable! I was worried the tiles would be too small to play with (and they are indeed tiny!), but I've actually had no trouble playing with them at all. I'm using it to practice my Spanish vocabulary. It is amazingly portable (fits in my small purse without issue) and looks just like the larger version. Also, it doubles as a cat toy! (at least according to my cat, who keeps trying to steal the zipper pouch)." —Elise

Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in 15 games), or see even more tiny toys here.

27. A pack of six giant catnip joints so you can get high with your cat. That's everyone's dream, right? The "Meowijuana" is made of catnip rolled in Raw rolling papers. Instead of smoking it, your cat can bat it around.

www.amazon.com, Amazon

And I'm sure you know this, but actual THC is toxic to cats. 

Promising review: "Bought these as a gift for my cat’s birthday. Both cats absolutely adored them. They are whimsical and hilarious and such a fair price for the amount of joy my cats seemed to have." —Harmanjote Kaur

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in seven styles/bundles).

28. A mini desktop dog park because dog parks are the best places on earth so having one nearby could only help.

www.amazon.com

Promising review: "This is the perfect addition to my desk. Great conversation piece. Each pup is cuter than the other. Love it!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $8.99.

29. 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. 

www.amazon.com

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.

30. A snake planter hugger sporting a lil' cowboy hat, boot, and bandana. *Woody voice* There's a snake in my pot!

Pixelado Studio / Etsy

Pixelado Studio is a small business that sells 3D-printed goods.

Promising review: "I love this cowboy snake!!! Adorable and such a fun addition to my pot! Made so well! Heavy enough to stay put. Thank you!" —jean

Get it from Pixelado Studio on Etsy for$19.80+ (available in 14 colors). 

31. 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. 

www.amazon.com

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 $11.99.

32. An enamel pin shaped like a stamp from a magical realm. You may never get the opportunity to visit Emerald City or Hyrule, but you can dress like a letter that's been posted from there! 

Joy Addict

Joy Addict is a small business that sells cute stationery based on pop culture. If you can think of a magical place from a video game, book, movie, or show, there's probably a pin for it.  

Get it from Joy Addict for $15 (available in 100+ designs). 

Still deciding what to treat yourself to? Here are some additional options:

* Just 30 Cute Products You Totally Deserve For Making It Through The Week

* Things For Anyone Who Loves Anything That *Shimmers, Shines, Or Sparkles*

* Things That Are Simply Luxurious ... And Under $15

* This Assortment Of 42 Products Might Be Really, Really Random, But Odds Are You’ll Want Most Of Them

* If You Haven’t Treated Yourself In Awhile, Allow Me To Lightly Bully You Into Buying One Of These 47 Cool Products

* It's Been A Heck Of A Week, So Check Out These 37 Little Treats To Gift Yourself

Plus, snack subscriptions and finds from Amazon,  Anthropologie, Bespoke Post, the Disney Store, Goldbelly, Macy's, Nordstrom, Quince, Ulta, Urban Outfitters, and Walmart.

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