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

Get a set of three from Amazon for $8.99. 

Promising review: "I have bought these over and over again for gifts. My own children have played with these balls repeatedly. We even left one on the ceiling to see how long it would stay for. It lasted four months before we decided to take it down. Since they are so sticky, they get dirty pretty quickly. All you have to do is a quick rinse in the sink and an air dry, then you are good to go. Great for adults and children! Will be buying again." —Valerie Young

Get a set of six from Amazon for $11.99 (also available in a pack of 16). 

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

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 awhile!" —Liz Gately

Demi's Colouring Corner is a UK-based business run by Demi, a mother of two who loves all things horror and coloring. 

You can pick up a cult-fave colored pencil set on Amazon for $12.34. 

Promising review: "This book is a must-have for horror lovers. So many adorable renditions of classic and newer horror movies that are a blast to color. I like the simple style because it allows me to add my own flair and techniques like a lot of the popular 'cozy' coloring books nowadays. I so hope this artist does a second version because I plan to finish every single picture in this book!" —AyemmeJay 

Mink Inc. is a small business based in Canada that specializes in fun textiles. 

Promising review: "ALL I CAN SAY IS. WOW. VENDOR KNOCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK. This mermaid blanket is absolutely STUNNING. Looked at other mermaid blankets, knew I would not like a knitted one. So I found this shop, and glad I did. vendor even sent me a matching color pillow case. i was blown away by her kindness for doing that. Shipping was FAST and well packaged." —Account

Get it from Mink Inc. on Etsy for $147.92+ (available in three adult sizes and in 12 colors; also available in sizes for littles). 

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

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 $24.99 (and check out the assortment of Magic Puzzles for more options). 

Promising review: "I love this bowl for putting snacks in. It is good in the dishwasher and holds an okay amount of stuff. I love the cute face on it." —Mana McPhee

Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in three sizes). 

Promising reviews: "Got this for a student who is struggling with feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, and anger. She hated regular journaling, hasn't taken to any of the coping skills we've tried so far, but...She LOVED this!!! She was so excited to take it with her and have it available during classes. I already ordered another one for another student to try." —Jackie

"I am 50 and I love it. It has helped me reconnect with my inner child and helped me accomplish creative mini goals, which is cool. I highly recommend, especially for the price!!" —Toni Adams

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

Promising review: "So SO CUUUTE! 10/10!! Good product and keeps my straw from getting bugs or germs on it! Plus, it’s really cute." —JennA

Get a set of four from Amazon for $5.99. 

This little dancing dude is 17 inches tall! It uses 9-volt alkaline batteries (must be new) or an AC adapter — using an AC adapter with the proper specs is the recommended choice for best performance.

Promising review: "OMG! I love this guy! These things, large and small, will ALWAYS make me laugh. My husband bought the desk version for me, and I can always count on it to make me laugh. My co-workers love it, too. People just stop by to turn him on for a quick pick-me-up. I would recommend getting the AC plug since batteries can run down fast. I think we should create a community of fellow air-dancer-havers and post clips of our little guys dancing to our favorite songs. Anyone in?" —Mark

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

Handy Cute Art is a Miami-based small business.

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

Get six magnets from Handy Cute Art on Etsy for $11.90 (originally $14).

Promising review: "I have trichotillomania and really love these little guys. They help refocus my habit, and the pull is very satisfying and realistic. I've had to repurchase already, and I'll reorder more in the future. Can't recommend these enough, as I've been searching for this type of tool for a long time." —Danika Hill

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in nine styles).

Promising review: "A fun read while eating breakfast or chilling at the beach! My husband loves the fun facts in this book! I purchased another one for my mother-in-law's birthday gift and she loves it! A great book for teens as well!" —Ohana Maui

Promising review: "Very cute, fun, and good value for the money. The quality is good and the design is very cute!" —margo

Get a set of seven from Amazon for $8.99. 

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

Promising review: "I love him. He is so cute and so well-made. He is the perfect size and shape. I named him Banana Peel Son since his wool comes off like a banana peel. Adorable. Would recommend to everyone." —Lexie Collins

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 $29.98+ (available in four colors). 

Novelty888 is a small business that specializes in delightfully and oddly specific talking buttons. 

Promising review: "Got this for my wife to keep on her desk. She said it’s been a big hit in the office! If she or her coworkers are having a tough time, this lightens the mood with just the press of a button." —Daniel

BuzzFeed Shopping writer Emma Lord says, "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 styles).

Party People is a UK-based Etsy shop established in 2018 that specializes in fun gag gifts and party supplies. 

Promising review: "This pet cloud is so full of life and energy! As soon as I opened the box he jumped out and gave me a big hug! Might’ve been high IDK." —Owen

Get it from Party People on Etsy for $6.69+ (available with or without a gift bag). 

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

Bones Coffee Company is a small business that specializes in coffee grounds and beans with unique flavors and themes. 

Promising review: "Honestly, I wasn’t expecting this coffee to blow me away, but it absolutely did. I was seriously impressed by how well-balanced the flavors are. It tastes like brewing your coffee with Fruity Pebble cereal milk — a combo I didn’t think I’d enjoy, but it’s fantastic. The quality of the beans is top-notch too. I used a French press, and the coffee always turned out amazing. The artwork and packaging are a nice touch too; they fit right in with my kitchen decor." —Kendra H. 

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in other fun flavors).

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 XS–XL and two designs). 

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. 😍 10,000% worth the purchase!" —Kathryn Taniyo

Promising review: "This is both ridiculous and spectacular. It just might be my best Amazon impulse buy ever." —Meredith

Promising review: "I have had this spatula [for two years]. I reach for this one consistently above all of my other spatulas, and also use this instead of a butter knife for spreading. I absolutely love this tool. I have arthritis in one hand from a surgery, and the shape of the platypus also helps with that. It cleans off very easily, and still looks brand-new." —Thomas Norton

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

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