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1. Murdle, Volume 1, a true essential for anyone who relaxes to true crime podcasts or Only Murders in the Building. The book is full of 100 mystery-themed logic puzzles with four different levels of difficulty that they can do solo or with pals, and in order or out of order (although if they do it in order, they get the full scoop on Deductive Logico and Inspector Irratino, whose hilarious misadventures guide you through the book).
Check out a TikTok of Murdle in action.
The best part?? Once you finish "Murdling," you can use your sleuthing skills on Volume 2, Volume 3, and a whole BUNCH of other themed Murdle books!
Promising review: "The puzzles are a lot of fun but the characters, story lines, and other details take the Murdle experience to another level. I have no idea how the author came up with all of this creativeness! You can Murdle solo or with friends. I look forward to future volumes but this one will keep me busy for a while!" —Liz Gately
Get it from Amazon for $10.25.
2. A NeeDoh Gummy Bear, another new release from the *elite* Needoh sensory fidget toy line. This one features a jelly-like filling with an oh-so-satisfying squuuiiiiiish factor that will make it your favorite lil' glob in no time.
Schylling is a small business that specializes in modern and retro toys, games, and sets.
Promising review: "This has to be in my top favorite stress toys, great squish! Not to difficult to squeeze, perfect size. Great price. Not sticky!!!! One of my pet peeves when buying stress toys. Overall great buy. 😄" —Christina
Get it from Amazon for $8.29 (the color is either blue, yellow, pink, or purple and gets selected for you at random)!
Check out the rest of the Needoh fidget toy options on their Amazon storefront!
3. A set of Slop Tart sponges to make every Pop-Tart-loving '90s baby love doing the dishes so much that they'll start fighting over who gets to do them. These also make top notch quirky kitchen decor to brighten your space!
4. A dimmable sad duck night-light because sometimes you just have to look at this emotionally deflated creature on your desk and be like, "Welp. At least I'm doing better than that little dude."
Promising review: "This duck makes me smile, even laugh. When I come to bed tired from a long day, she is there, mirroring my feelings. She is a night-light if I get up, at her brightest she is a reading light. Her legs hold my phone. And her texture is soothing. I have started to gift her to friends." —nana67
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
5. A goth popcorn maker and bowl for anyone who wants an extra side of spook with their saltiness. This silicone skull is so easy to use that you can pour in the kernels, pop it in the microwave for two to three minutes, and get eight cups of freshly popped popcorn without even having to use oil!
Promising review: "This has got to be one of my favorite purchases of the entire year. It's absolutely perfect in every single way. Perfect size, perfect cook every single time, perfect little skully face. Incredibly simple to use and clean. I can't rave about this thing enough. Absolutely fantastic!" —Kelsi E McCoy
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
6. Death Wish Instant Coffee Packets so downright (dare I say, DANGEROUSLY) delicious that even the biggest coffee snobs you know might trade in their precious pour-overs. That is, if they can handle the 300mg of caffeine per cup 👀.
Check out a TikTok of the Deathwish Instant Coffee in action. (Also I read at least one review of someone PUTTING THIS IN THEIR MORNING SMOOTHIE, some of you are WILD.)
Note: According to the Mayo Clinic, up to 400mg of caffeine is safe for most healthy adults.
Death Wish Coffee is a small business that specializes in coffee pods, grounds, whole beans, and more.
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.
7. "The Peckish Pirates," a brand spanking new addition to the cult-favorite Magic Puzzle series so beloved on TikTok. Like the others before it, this isn't just a puzzle, but a whimsically illustrated, colorful journey — there are tons of Easter eggs in it, a collection of miniature scenes full of optical illusions and surprises, *plus* a magical twist at the end. You'll have to solve the puzzle to find out!
Promising review: "Another stellar puzzle from Magic Puzzle Company, featuring high-quality pieces, a hidden final image, and a unique solving experience. The artwork is full of detail, making it an immersive and engaging build. The pieces fit together snugly, with no puzzle dust, and the final reveal adds an element of surprise. If you’re looking for a high-quality puzzle that’s more than just a standard jigsaw, this one is worth every penny." —Baloptimus
Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (and check out the DELIGHTFUL assortment of Magic Puzzles for more options!).
8. Pocket World, a stress relief coloring book for adults full of whimsical miniature Polly Pocket-esque worlds to color, with no two alike. I'm talking fairy gardens, tiny hygge-style living rooms, quirky restaurants, and more.
Psst — Coco Wyo has a *ton* of other cozy stress relief coloring books with different themes in their Amazon storefront!
Another psst — you can pick up a cult-fave colored pencil set on Amazon!
Promising review: "One of my favorites ever!!! The idea is perfect, and the pages are all unique and fun to color, with no repetition, and the details aren't too tiny. Great for anxiety if you're doing coloring for mental health. (I hate the pages that are just tiny patterns repeated endlessly. Makes my anxiety worse.)" —Ezra Johnson
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
9. A set of deeply precious sardine pens so the next time someone's like, "Does anyone have a pen??" you can pull one of these out of your bag and let everyone know you're ~off the hook~.
Promising review: "The tin is really cute and has almost a retro kind of look, and the pens are awesome! It makes for an adorable and whimsical gift whether you are into fish or not. Or you can break it up into individual gifts and give folks individual pens. Me, I’m keeping it for myself. love this so much I bought two more." —D Bruce
Get a set of 10 from Amazon for $12.99.
10. A unique and oh-so-decadent Otherland candle for anyone who adores classic, welcoming scent profiles with whimsical twists. These candles push the box on your regular florals and fruits by adding distinctive layers like California Fig, Chili Salt, and even Tennis Ball. 👀 🎾
Otherland is a small business that specializes in unique vegan candles.
Here's what my beloved fellow BuzzFeeder/soul twin Heather Braga has to say about it: "I'm SUCH a fan of Otherland candles. I've been burning them in my home for years and, honestly, cannot get enough of them. I've given tons of them as gifts as well, and everyone has always raved about how much they love them. They each have a burn time of 55 hours, are made of a coconut and soy wax blend, contain a cotton wick, and are hand poured in the US."
Get it from Amazon for $30 (available in 14 scents).
11. An Uno rug so anytime you wake up on the wrong foot, you can step on this and be all, "UNO REVERSE!!!" and instantly turn the day around. 😎
Promising review: "I didn’t believe it would be that good, seeing as that, it was so cheap. But to my surprise, this carpet is absolutely incredible. It’s soft, colorful, and all of my guests love it! you will not regret buying this funky carpet. I can assure you, you are not going to be disappointed. I know that’s hard to believe because you don’t know me, but trust me, you’re going to want to buy this. Believe me." —izzella
Get it from Amazon for $22.99+ (available in two sizes and two styles).
12. A shaker of Thin Mint seasoning you need to buy as a favor to all your taste buds immediately. Allow me to paint a picture for you: Thin Mint coffee, Thin Mint pudding, Thin Mint popcorn, Thin Mint anything your dessert gremlin heart desires.
Check out a TikTok of the Thin Mint Seasoning in action.
I stared at this for months online before caving and buying it, and when I tell you!! It jazzes up my morning coffee in a way that makes my little '90s baby heart sing. I've also loved it on Greek yogurt, oatmeal, and mug cakes. Plus, when I am feeling lonely for a real Thin Mint, and we're not in Girl Scout cookie season, I'll shake this on an Oreo Thin to stave off the despair.
Get it from Amazon for $5.99.
13. A set of lil' cat butt coasters so all your beverages can come with a side of 😳🐱😳🐱😳.
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!" —Renae
Get a set of three from Amazon for $9.99.
14. A mini Bob Ross paint-by-numbers kit for anyone on their "happy accidents" beat — this itty bitty set comes with everything you need to create three tiny masterpieces of your very own.
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 $6.80.
15. A light-up flying orb that's basically like if an alien made a boomerang and then dropped it on Earth — it's designed to ricochet back when you throw it, so you'll feel like you're bending space and time from your own living room. Gravity WHOMST????
Promising review: "Santa left this under the tree for my 9-year-old son, and he LOVES it! So easy to use and takes only a few tries to figure out the boomerang effect! So fun, my parents, his grandparents joined in and we had a blast with it! If you are thinking about purchasing this, DO IT!! And the charge life is not bad either. Lasts long enough to give you breaks!!" —Kerri
"When my son received this, he was excited! I saw this on TikTok and surprised him with it! Was not disappointed with the quality and how it worked! Will definitely purchase again!!" —Jindee
Get it from Amazon for $25.60 (available in seven colors).
16. A Frenchie-themed cheese board for some top notch char-woof-erie at your next party.
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).
17. A mildly alarming, if not adorable, flexible flower vase that will fascinate guests when they can bend its limbs and hang it from any fixture they choose. That says if this thing *does* come to life in the middle of the night and starts singing and dancing all over your room, well. That's on you for buying whatever the heck this is.
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).
18. A pair of glowing lightsaber chopsticks to bring balance to The Force *and* to your sushi.
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.
Get it from Amazon for $11.97 (available in two colors).
19. A wonderfully ridiculous yodeling pickle with such potent "instant joy" powers that you really ought to be careful before you pull it out at a party. The serotonin is going to be LAWLESS.
Dr. Dingus is a small business that specializes in unique gag gifts that encourage human interaction.
Promising review: "I'm a CPA specializing in tax at an accounting firm; we get very tense, stressed and fatigued nearing the many tight deadlines. The laughter and snorts the yodeling pickle elicits are priceless and never fail to dispel some of the the above negative states. I purchased this to rival the screaming goat in the next office!" —Ting Peterson
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
20. A Grim Steeper silicone tea infuser to remind you that life is, in fact, too short to skip on your delicious morning cuppa.
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 $11.99.
21. The Game of Life Goals, the card game version of the OG beloved (if not very stressful) Game of Life board. This version rubs a little TOO close to your existential fright with the tagline "You can't control the card you're dealt, but you can choose what to do with them!" (Or you can just cope by turning off autonomy on The Sims, you do you.)
This game requires two to four players, ages 8 and up.
Promising review: "We love this game. All the kids are adults and we have a raucous time playing this. it is so much fun; great family fun. The pace is fantastic. Anytime we have a friend over, the first game goes a little slower but it doesn’t take long to learn and develop strategies to win. Love this game!!!" —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $5.19.
22. An evidence bag-themed zipper pouch so the next time you pull out your lipstick you can be all, "It's not my fault that looking this good is a crime 😘 ."
Promising review: "What a great gift for a crime/forensic LEO (unless they are sick of seeing them) or a TV show aficionado of crime. I am in the second category, as well as a crime fiction author. Not only does it hold items like a phone, wallet items, and change, you can use it for a Kindle separately." —Claire O'Sullivan
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three styles).
23. A "World's Tiniest Violin" keychain you can play the next time someone has the audacity to complain about dinner when you sure as heck didn't see THEM offering to cook a darn thing.
24. A set of glow-in-the-dark "tree elves" so the next time you take an enchanted midnight stroll through your front walkway to get home at night, you'll have a whole host of magical critters to welcome you back.
Promising review: "I have actually bought a couple of packs of these. I think they’re so cute and fit so well in a little plant or around the house. Sometimes, I like to let my friends pick out some little guys as members of their families. Plus, did I mention how cute they are? And they glow in the dark very well." —Jen
Get a set of 20 from Amazon for $12.98.
25. A pack of Skittles flavor enhancers for anyone who heard the slogan "Taste the rainbow" and said "BET ️🌈😎."
26. A book of Taylor Swift-themed Mad Libs designed with fans in mind, so you can do your next Eras tour rewatch with a side of UNCONTROLLABLE giggling.
27. An oat milk vase for anyone whose dairy intolerance is so well-known that it might as well just become part of the aesthetic. ✨Put your flowers in this and make your local barista proud!!
Ban.do is a US-based small business that specializes in quirky accessories, home products, and stationery.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this vase! It’s very cute and vibrant, just as pictured." —TexasPoonTapa
Get it from Amazon for $25.95.
28. A Menstruation Crustacean lavender-scented heating pad perfect for when it feels like those cramps are ~clawing~ at you and you need an ocean's worth of relief.
29. A chicken zen garden for anyone so stressed out that they don't give a cluck where there self-care comes from anymore.
30. A set of cat-themed tarot cards purrrfect for first-timers, complete with a guide on how to pull the cards and how to interpret them. You'll be doing readings for everyone from yourself to your BFF to your actual cat by the end of the week.
Promising review: "Honestly, I saw this tarot deck and thought I needed this for ha ha’s. But man. This deck’s images are hilarious. It’s so much fun, and I felt so drawn to it as soon as it was in my hands. I am smitten over these kittens. 😍 10000% worth the purchase!" —Kathryn Prouty
Get it from Amazon for $17.45.
31. A sword-shaped grater for anyone out there who isn't just a cheese lover, but a cheese gladiator. Fight valiantly, my dairy-tolerant friends.
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.
32. A retro-inspired, rechargeable electric gamer lighter that is not only a more environmentally-friendly alternative to gas lighters but will give you any and every opportunity to relive your glory days of being a Pokemon trainer, searching through a sea of Pidgeys in the tall grass to find a Pikachu.
Promising review: "Love this lighter. It has some weight to it, so it feels like a real lighter. It makes a nice click sound when you open and shut it, and is easy to charge with the included cable. The blue lights on the side that show the battery level are neat, and the fact that it looks like a tiny Game Boy is awesome." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $26.88 (available in three styles).
33. A set of Goldfish fridge magnets — aka "Holdfish" — to instantly assert the superiority of this cracker to anyone who enters your home and dares to think they can suggest a snack food that doesn't smile back.
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 Art on Etsy for $10.20 (originally $12).
34. A truly WILD pack of ~~zombie~~ plant seeds that grow into a plant that will literally PLAY DEAD whenever you touch it — not unlike how you play dead whenever someone tries to make last-minute plans and your sweatpants are calling your name.
35. A delightfully subtle cropped "silly goose" pullover with some real "if you know you know" vibes. The little beak is hidden on one of the sleeves, so it masquerades as an ordinary sweater until you lift your arm to reveal that it is, in fact, the coolest sweater you own.
Promising review: "It's so cute! It's a perfect length in my mind, not too long, but not cropped either. Hits right below my belly button and I love that. The sleeves are so so cute! I got this for my 1-year-old's goose party!" —Keegan
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in women's sizes XXS–XL and four colors).
36. A "girl dinner" print that's actually just an illustration of your credit card bill (listen, it's cute of other food to exist ... but we all know the holy girl dinner trinity reigns supreme).
La Maison De Jo is a California-based Etsy shop established in 2023 that specializes in European-inspired prints and home goods.
Promising review: "As always, Kailey’s products are superior! I have 8 of her prints and this one is adorable, just like the others!" —Kelly
Get it from La Maison De Jo on Etsy for $15+ (available in six sizes).
37. A set of emotional support fries perfect for days when you feel like a small potato and need someone to say it's okay to fry if you want to. 😭❤️
Promising review: "The kids loved these. They were bigger than I anticipated. They are soft like a good stuffed animal would be — suitable for an emotional support lovie for sure. Quality seems great. The faces on the fries are adorable." —K. Brown
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (available in 15 other styles).
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