1. An ice cube tray that'll make hollow cylindrical ice cubes — aka the perfect shape for your giant Stanleys and Hydro Flasks.

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This tray is designed to make cubes that will fit in 30-oz. and 40-oz. tumblers.

Promising review: "I use these in my BrüMate and Meoky cups, and they fit perfectly. I always struggle with getting my straw through the ice and in the middle so the lid will close. These ice cubes stay on the edge of the cup and allow plenty of room for the straw." —sarah schultz

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

2. An easily washable drip catcher to prevent the counter space between the back of your faucet and the wall from turning into a puddle after you wash the dishes. This absorbent mat sits snugly around your faucet so the back section of your sink area stays dry.

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Hustle & Sew is a small shop based in Saint Helens, Oregon.

Promising review: "LOVE these splash catchers! They save me from having to chase the puddles that form around the base of our faucet before they start creeping over the counter. So reasonably priced, made well with neatly finished edges, and packaged with gift-ready care." —Alina

Get it from Hustle & Sew on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in four sizes and five colors).

3. An onion holder for a more secure grip and more evenly sized slices of onions, tomatoes, lemons, eggs, potatoes, and fruits. You can even use it as a meat tenderizer! Two products for the price of one!

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Promising review: "I’ve used this on different fruits and veggies and love it! I have a mandolin slicer and a food processor that slices, but it is easier just to use this tool. Nice and even slices of tomatoes and onions every time!" —Bekkster

Get it from Amazon for $9.98.

4. A time-saving fruit and veggie divider because pre-cut fruits and veg are expensive! Parents swear this thing saves them so much time and is pretty convenient because it's easy and safe enough for their kiddos to use — and the little ones find it fun to use, too!

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Check out a TikTok of the fruit and veggie divider in action. 

Promising review: "If you have toddlers, get it — especially if you're on the fence. I needed something for grapes, blueberries, blackberries, and other small fruits and veggies, we go through so much. My breakfast was getting cold long before I was done cutting fruit for two toddlers. Most cutters only do one grape or berry, but this one can do several grapes and a small handful of blueberries. We will definitely be getting a lot of use out of it in this house." —Kindle Customer

Get it from Amazon for $8.99. 

5. A Le Creuset magnetic trivet if you're always dangerously juggling hot plates. This GENIUS invention allows you to simply hover a hot pot over the trivet and — BAM! — the trivet will stick to the bottom, and you can place the pot on any nearby, stable surface. Gone are the days of frantically shouting, "Can someone help me in here?!" when your hands are full.

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Promising review: "The wood is really super nice, smooth, and clean. It sticks great to the pan, and the silicone rings add great shock absorption, so it doesn't make a lot of noise when I send down my heavy-ass 13-some-inch skillet! It cleans off easily; I've only used it a handful of times, but it still looks brand new! A little pricey, but it's a premium kitchen thing. I recommend don't settle for something cheaper." —K. Lujan

Get it from Amazon for $49.95.

6. A truly ~egg-cellent~ rapid egg cooker so you can enjoy an omelet (or a soft-, medium-, or hard-boiled egg as well as poached eggies — so many options!) in mere minutes. The best part = no supervision necessary, and you won't dirty a single pan.

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Promising review: "Easy to use, easy to clean. I love the small size. With a small household, it’s all I need. Have used it several times for hard-boiled eggs, and they have been perfect every time. I have never been too keen on specialty appliances, but this one is worth it." —brownnc

Get it from our Tasty collection on Amazon for $11.99+ (available in three colors).

7. A lasagna trio pan that'll help you prepare meals for everyone, regardless of their dietary preferences. Mamma mia! *chef's kiss*

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Promising review: "In a family of six, there are always SOME who don't like what everyone else is eating. This is a pan where making three different kinds of lasagna doesn't require much, if any, more effort than making a single lasagna with the same dimensions. Takes the same amount of time to layer the noodles and the same amount of time to build the things...but you have three different builds to satisfy those darned picky kids. Or hey, go adult gourmet in a way that Olive Garden cannot. What's fun with this pan is that it's not just lasagna. I tried making bread with it to good effect. Yeah, the loaves looked a little weird, but I DON'T CARE. I did it, and that's all. It gives me what I prize most in cooking gear...versatility. Easy to clean, certainly...and nonstick, though that requires a little care (use wood, not metal utensils). With proper care and feeding, these are made to last pretty much forever. I love it." —J. Tant

Get it from Amazon for $19.49.

8. A pack of citrus-scented foaming garbage disposal cleaners to deodorize your sink ASAP and get rid of the funk. Please, please, please do not stick your hand down the drain; let this do the work instead!

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Promising reviews: "Buy this if you want a clean garbage disposal. I have been using another tablet product weekly for a year, but the rubber gasket around the top of the garbage disposal was still dirty when I scrubbed with a pad. I used this stuff, and I could not believe the brown junk that came out of my garbage disposal. I have been looking for a good product, and this is by far the best. No overwhelming odor, either." —nmkathy

"Much bigger tablet for disposal cleaning and the most effective I've used so far. It even took out some black scum, which surprised me because I just cleaned a week ago and never saw the other do this. I thought it broke my pipes, but no, just cleaned. Highly recommend." —VonnieQ

Get a six-month supply from Amazon for $14.93 (also available in a year's supply).

9. A spinning water bottle organizer for those among us with an extensive collection of jumbo water bottles. This lazy Susan-style water bottle holder can accommodate up to six 40-oz. Stanleys, Starbucks tumblers, and more.

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Promising review: "I recently bought this for storage, and it’s been a game-changer. It’s a sturdy and well-designed organizer that fits perfectly with my Stanley tumblers, keeping them neatly stored and easy to access. The material feels durable, and the compact size doesn’t take up too much space, making it ideal for my kitchen. It helps keep things tidy and prevents my cups from tipping over or getting scratched. Overall, a practical and functional storage solution that I’m really happy with! —Megan Davis

Get it from Amazon for $15.49+ (available in five colors).

10. A pack of carborundum sponges because these are the heavy hitters you'll want for stains and gunk that no other sponge is strong enough to handle.

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Promising review: "Nice and thin. You'll find so many more uses for these around the house than just getting stuff off the underside of cookware! I had hard, scaly water deposits on the glass surrounding our powder room faucet (one of those fancy, highfalutin modern-looking things). I've tried everything for 4 years to get this stuff off. One day I thought, maybe I'll try my sponges. Took it all off super easily!!!! Faucet looks like new. My only rec is to spot-test your item first before using it because it will scratch certain surfaces if you scrub too aggressively (for example, it gets the burned-on, weird stuff off of the bottom of my fave Our Place pan, but I rubbed too hard in one spot and it took the color right off lol)." —Hoarder

Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $8.29+ (available in two sponge thicknesses).

11. A set of toss-and-chop salad tongs if you don't want to waste time pulling out a whole chopping board (that you will have to clean later) to transform your romaine into bite-sized pieces. Scissor supremacy! Use these blades to slice your greens as well as your toppings: eggs, tomatoes, radishes, cucumbers, pieces of chicken, olives, apples, and more.

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Promising review: "Love these! I hate big leafy salads, so I bought these, and they're perfect for chopping greens into bites. I also use them to quickly chop cherry tomatoes, onions, and other veggies. VERY nice quality." —asoon

Get it from Amazon for $16.99. 

12. A space-saving grater and slicer set so you don't have to invest in bulky and expensive individual versions. (You probs don't have the room in your tiny kitchen anyway!) It comes with a slicer, medium grater, and coarse grater, and the base serves as both a storage container (when it's in use) and a handy receptacle for sliced zucchini, grated cheese, etc.

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Promising review: "Easy to use and several different options for cutting your vegetables as needed. Sharp blades, and it’s a plus to hold everything you slice or dice in its container. Exactly what I needed. Very well made and easy to use. My go-to in my kitchen for my vegetables." —Giselle

Get it from Amazon for $21.69.

13. A pack of towel clips that'll prevent kids and pets from pulling down the towel. Or, maybe you have neither of those things, yet your hand and kitchen towels always end up on the ground.

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Promising review: "This clip is amazing. No more towels falling on the floor. It was becoming a routine thing since my cat thinks it's fun to pull the kitchen towels off the oven. Not now, bad kitty! Great product...wish I had bought one sooner!" —Joanna

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $11.99.

14. A 2-in-1 kitchen scale and measuring cup to reduce the number of dirty dishes you create and ensure your measurements are accurate.

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Promising review: "This scale with a built-in cup is the best thing for my baking tools. No more whipping out 1,000,000 cups. Also, [rather than] always trying to figure out grams or cups, now I just press a button, and it tells me I love this." —Corin lonigro

Get it from Amazon for $19.77+ (available in three colors).

15. A set of oven liners for catching crumbs before they can permanently attach themselves to your oven and create a big freaking mess you'll spend hours cleaning. Raise your hand if you hate cleaning your oven. Great. Now, take that same hand and click the "add to cart" button.

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Promising review: "I got tired of cleaning the bottom of my oven out after every drip and spill or running the 'oven clean' option, which uses up so much energy and makes my house HOT during the process. I used to have foil on the bottom of the oven to help with spills, and that improved things greatly — but then you have to replace the foil after a while. I had to cut them to size, which was easy to do with a simple pair of household scissors. Then I placed them in the oven (they look nice!), and I waited for them to get messy. I cooked something super messy and finally needed to clean the liner. It was SO easy; I put it in the sink and used my sink sprayer, and everything immediately slid right off the liner. No problem! I have a double oven, so I was glad this pack came with more than one. I have one in each oven and one on standby in case I need it. I know that having a dirty oven isn't the worst thing in the world, but if it matters to you, try these!" —Hpg

Get a set of three from Amazon for $12.99.

16. A set of refrigerator drip catchers so there isn't always a puddle in the water tray...and the floor in front of your fridge. They sit securely in the tray thanks to their magnetic design.

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Promising review: "This pad fits perfectly in our Samsung four-door in-door ice/water dispenser. Catches the occasional drips and matches the color of the dispenser perfectly. The four-pack lets you wash one and place another one into service immediately." —Amazon Customer

Get a two-pack from Amazon for $7.93+ (available in various color combinations and packs of four).

17. A dirty dishwasher indicator if you find yourself thinking, "What's it gonna be today?" when you open your dishwasher. If your household doesn't consistently flip the clean/dirty dishwasher magnets, try this instead! It sits inside your dishwasher, so you know if dishes are clean or dirty depending on whether the container has water in it.

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Promising review: "I have been looking for a dishwasher done indicator to use on a stainless steel front (no magnets). This is the BOMB. NO moving parts. No flimsy clips. No tape, glue, or magnets. Simply slip it over the edge of the bottom basket, and you are good. The sturdy clip does not flex, so there is no wear and tear. The action of the washer fills up the tube. DONE. The first time you open the door after washing, tip out the tube, and you are ready again. Hooray...something that works." —MRMACHINE of Raleigh

Get it from Amazon for $17.99.

18. Some heavy-duty dishwasher cleaning tablets so you can tackle the foggy film on the inside of your dishwasher and glassware, or eliminate the lingering dishwasher funk. Or both! These powerful tablets blast away hard water stains and limescale, eliminate odors, and clean the internal parts of your dishwasher: spray arm, filters, and the pump and valve.

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One pack (12 tablets) should last you a whole year!

Promising review: "My dishwasher has been the bane of my existence lately. No matter what I do, I can't get it clean. Got this stuff, ran one cycle (we have super super hard water), and bam! Wiped it out, double-checked the filter, and my dishwasher looks brand new. I will definitely be buying these again! The scent was also great, and I have sensitivity to strong smells, which can make cleaning hard due to allergies, but this didn't really bother me." —Alaura Price

Get 12 tablets from Amazon for $18.99.

19. A set of magnetic air fryer cheat sheets that'll ensure your foods emerge perfectly cooked instead of still raw or burned to a crisp because you guesstimated the cook time.

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Promising review: "So glad that I came across these very handy sheets. I love having this information handy and easy to use. The magnetic sheets are strong and stay in place well, even with the fridge door opening and closing a lot. It's handy to have them right in view for quick reference. It helps us to use the air fryer more, as it's easy to glance over and time things correctly. I like that it is a dark color, so it doesn't get messy as easily, and it has all the things we are most likely to use the air fryer for. The envelope the magnetic sheets come in is cute and would make a nice gift, perhaps in a basket or bag of related items. Happy to have these!" —Small~Town~Girl

Get them from Amazon for $8.98+ (available in two colors).

20. A cast-iron scrubber that'll lift leftover food grit — not the pan's seasoning. This'll save you a heck of a lot of time now that you're not trying to scrub away stubborn stains with a fragile sponge.

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Because this scrubber is metal, you should avoid using it on nonstick pans, as it can scratch and damage the surface.

Promising review: "I love the product. I wish I had known about it when I first got my cast-iron skillet over a year ago. It is really easy to use and did a great job getting the crud off of the skillet without stripping the seasoning away, and it was fast. I find myself using my cast-iron more frequently since purchasing this product because I no longer dread the cleanup process. If you have cast-iron cookware, then you need one of these babies. I will definitely recommend it to others." —KeCaRi

Get it from Amazon for $13.95. This customer review is long, but it's full of great tips if you end up purchasing this scrubber.

21. A trivet tree for protecting your table from a hot pot or pesky water rings. When the trivets aren't in use, they stack on the included wooden base and look like a cute lil' tree! 

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You'll get the base and four trivets.

Promising review: "I have trivets. Several of them. But when I need them, they’re never there! I have to dig through my drawer just to locate one. Then I see this. What an amazing concept! They look cute on my counter or table. They’re easy to use! Pull one off the 'tree' and set it on the counter/table. If it gets dirty, just wipe them down and put them back in the tree. Honestly, I love this tree and all its 'branches!'" —Cynthia Lancaster

Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (clip the $2 off coupon on the product page to get this price; available in two colors).

22. A plant-based cooking oil solidifier (you might remember it from Shark Tank!) because it makes getting rid of leftover grease easier than whatever method you're using right now. Simply sprinkle the powder in your remaining oil while it's still hot, let it cool, and then scoop it into the trash.

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FryAway is a woman-owned small business started by Laura Lady, who loves both cooking and being kind to the planet. They donate 1% of revenue to nonprofits focused on water conservation.

Promising review: "Honestly, I didn’t know if this would work; waiting for it to cool down made me nervous, but once it was at room temperature, it was solid. It popped out of the fryer so nicely. Worth every penny." —Emma

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three styles).

23. A Souper Cube if weeknight dinners take you no less than an hour and a half to make (and that's not counting cleanup time!). This silicone freezing tray stores perfectly portioned soups, stews, sauces, and more so you can meal prep in bulk over the weekend and then freeze it in these trays. It's so easy to quickly grab them as needed and defrost them for an easy meal.

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Each tray has four fill lines — 1/2 cup, 1 cup, 125 mL, and 250 mL — which is ideal for people who like to portion their food.

You may remember Souper Cube from Shark Tank (Lori invested in the company!). This small business was started by four friends who loved soup but hated food waste.

Promising review: "So happy that I found these. I’m the only one in my household who enjoys soup year-round. Have you ever tried to make homemade soup for one? I say it’s impossible! But no longer. I can brew up the stock pot with bone broth or my favorite home soup. Fill up my Souper Cubes, freeze, pop out, store my goodies in a freezer bag, and I’m ready for the next batch!" —Debbie R. Texas

Check out my colleague's Souper Cubes review!

Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in four colors and in packs of two).

24. A heated ice cream scoop so you don't have to fight the ice cream tub for a little post-dinner sweet treat, or worse: wait 15 minutes for it to thaw.

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This scoop is waterproof but not dishwasher safe, so rinse it clean in the sink after use.

Promising review: "I didn’t think I needed a heated ice cream scoop until I tried this — now I can’t go back. It heats up quickly, glides through even the hardest ice cream like butter, and the LED display is a sleek touch. The build quality feels solid, and it’s waterproof too, which makes cleaning super easy. Battery life is surprisingly good — I’ve used it several times on one charge with no issue. If you love ice cream and hate struggling with rock-hard scoops, this is 100% worth it." —CRBBEY

Get it from Amazon for $29.99.

25. Some cleaning and descaling tablets that should help deodorize and refresh your machine and improve the flow, so you're not waiting 10 minutes for your cup to brew, only for it to taste blegh! If you've been x-ing out the "time to descale" alert that keeps popping up on your machine, you're gonna want to grab these.

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These tablets are compatible with a variety of brands, including Breville, Kuerig, Nespresso Vertuo, Philips, Urnex, Moccamaster, Affresh, Kurig, Zojirushi, Verismo, Cuisinart, Oxo, DeLonghi, biocaf, KitchenAid, and more.

Promising review: "I have a Keurig duo and was spending days, yes days, descaling my coffee machine with vinegar and even the descaling solution. This product is a lifesaver. I didn't have to clean but once for the whole machine. With the descaling, it takes two to three times per side, single serve, and a 12-cup pot. These tablets took one tablet, and boom, my machine was clean and only took one rinse cycle. Very happy with this product and will definitely be buying when I run out." —Daphne B.

Get 24 tablets (a year's supply) from Amazon for $19.95.

26. A bagel knife to ensure a quick and even slice. Raise your hand if every time you cut a bagel, you have one side that's 1-inch thick while the other side is barely 1/2-inch thick. Great! Now take that hand and add this to your cart.

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Promising review: "I bought this for my husband, who is the 'official' bagel cutter in the house. He doesn't like bagel guillotines, and our knives are too sharp and present an issue with accidental finger cuts. So far, this has worked on varied girth bagels with ease. This is a great item!" —JW

Get it from Amazon for $23.99.

27. A pan and lid organizer for racking your cookware and preventing it from scratching each other. Y'know, it would actually be helpful to see where all your pots, pans, and lids are.

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Promising review: "It was better quality than I thought it would be. It worked perfectly. It definitely helped me organize the cabinet of pots and pans and made a cluttered mess into an organized, functional space. I would recommend it to anybody. Now, I can just reach in and grab the frying pan I want, and it left plenty of room for my pots to stay to the right. You could not even see the bottom of my cabinet before." —Careful shopper

Get it from Amazon for $18.97 (available in three colors).

28. A Yamazaki raised cutting board because there's a strong magnet in the bottom that allows it to be mounted right on the fridge or any other magnetic surface in your home. The antislip cushions on the feet will keep it securely locked on your countertop so you can slice and dice with confidence. It's dishwasher safe, but also nice enough to look at that you could just use it as a serving board after slicing some veggies for your charcuterie board.

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Promising review: "My son and his roommates share this attractive and practical cutting board, and they love that it's always within reach and dry." —Chrissy

Get it from Amazon for $26.55 and Yamazaki for $33 (available in black or white).

29. An all-in-one pan from our Goodful collection if you've got one pan to your name, and it's still coated with the remnants of this morning's fried egg. Use this pan to steam, saute, pan fry, deep fry, stew, poach, and so much more! And when it's time for cleanup, the mess will just slide right off. (Or just toss it in the dishwasher!)

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It comes with a beechwood turner.

Promising review: "My husband used this pan for the first time a couple of nights ago, and it was perfect! Enough capacity for the cheesy potato soup he was making (we always make enough for leftovers with soups and stews), no issues with sticking at all, got up to temperate, and held it well. It's lightweight, which is wonderful for such a large pan! Well constructed and a good flat surface on top and bottom for easy cooking and perfect heat coverage." —Patricia A Rufus

Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in five colors).

30. A set of food savers so you don't have to toss the other half of an avocado, onion, citrus fruit — heck, reviewers have even used them for leftover deli meat, hard cheeses, sandwiches, half of a burrito, a banana, and even crayons. The flexible silicone sides hug your food, allowing these containers to take up less room than a bulky plastic food storage container.

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Promising review: "These are the best for half of any round fruit or vegetable. I'm loving them and no more messing around with so many small plastic bags. They don't seem to pick up the smell of onions either, which is a big plus! Easy to open and close, keep food fresh, and seem to be durable. I've had it for a few months now and I'm going to give some away as gifts to family and friends!" —Amazon Customer

Get a four-pack from Amazon for $13.99 (available in two color combinations).

31. Reusable lids for Nespresso Vertuo pods that reviewers say are better than the foil alternatives and won't split during brewing or leak coffee grounds everywhere. And, of course, they're gonna save you a heck of a lot of money in the long run now that you're not buying a $14+ box of pods every week.

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Promising review: "These are amazing, they really work well. I tried adhesive foil discs, which I had to return because they kept coming off during brewing. I also tried the Glad Press'n Seal, which worked well, but took a lot of time to prepare the pods. With these silicone lids, it is so simple: just add your coffee, between fine and medium fine ground, to a cleaned-out pod and push on the lid. Don't overfill; just fill it below the level. The lid will tamp it down when you put it on. Easy to clean and reuse, and quality of brew depends on what coffee beans you use." —Amazon Customer

Get a three-pack from Amazon for $9.99 (also available in a six-pack).

32. An airtight Deli ProKeeper to prevent the sensory nightmare of pulling a piece of slimy ham from a damp deli meat package. *shudders* It's enough to make you no longer hungry for lunch. This container is designed to extend the life of your deli meats and cheeses and has a grooved bottom, meaning your turkey isn't sitting in its juices. 

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Promising review: "These work really well to keep deli meat and cheese fresh. They lock pretty tightly, which can be difficult to open for older adults or children, but I prefer that because it really locks out the air. They stack nicely in the fridge as well." —Suzanne Buza-Snead

Get it from Amazon for $30.99.

33. A silverware sorter for anyone whose drawers are filled to the brim and yet they can't find a salad fork when they need it.

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Promising review: "Wish I would have had this years ago! After years of struggling to keep my one small utensil drawer organized and failing, this organizer has done the job. It doubles the amount of silverware storage space and frees up half of my drawer for larger serving spoons and such. I love it." —J.C.

Get it from Amazon for $10.99+ (available in two sizes).

34. An itty bitty knife sharpener because you're smushing your veggies and dangerously sawing through hard fruits and meat with a dull knife, but it really doesn't have to be like that!

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Promising review: "Wow! I was going to buy some whetstones to sharpen my knives, but I knew I’d be too lazy to use them. Then I saw this gadget advertised on BuzzFeed and thought I’d try it for the price. It works exactly as stated. It won’t restore knicked blades, but it sharpens amazingly well. Knives that I’ve had for years I was able to sharpen and cut with ease." —Amazon Customer

My colleague loves this lil' guy, saying it "totally ~transformed~ my hodgepodge of a knife collection and probably saved my clumsy self from lots of close calls with dull knives." Read her full KitchenIQ knife sharpener review.

Get it from Amazon for $9.01+ (available in four colors and in multipacks).

35. A silicone baking mat if you don't have the patience to cool and wash the baking sheet every time you want to pop something in the oven. Just swap out the baking mats instead!

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Promising reviews: "My husband got me two of these a few years ago, and I recently bought two more just so I could do more baking/cooking between washes. I have a large family, so we regularly use 3+ sheet pans in one meal to roast meat and vegetables or make homemade fries. These work well. They still need a little oil or nonstick spray for some things, but cookies bake beautifully on them dry, and even when I'm making meats or veggies, they make cleanup so much easier. I highly recommend." —J. Holum

"I’ve been using these for months, and I love that they help with easier cleaning. As a family of 6, anything I can do to cut back on the time I spend washing dishes is a bonus! Cookies and biscuits come off easily!" —mamajen

Get a set of two from Amazon for $13.29+ (available in two colors). 

The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.

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