60 oddball things that are actually so brilliant

You don’t need a back yard if you want to enjoy a roaring campfire — just grab this LED version. Not only does the bulb flicker for an oh-so realistic vibe, but the battery also delivers hours worth of light before it needs to be recharged. “This really looks like fire from a distance,” wrote one reviewer. “It’s pretty and gives off the right amount of light.”

Keep these balls in your freezer, and they’ll always be ready to go whenever you’re in the mood for a delicious cup of espresso. They sit on top of your cup, helping cool down the espresso as it pours out of the machine, over the ball, and into your glass. Plus, the stainless steel metal is made to last.

Unlike the nail clippers you’ve likely been using, these ones feature an L-shaped design that makes it easier to clip your toenails without having to bend into an awkward position. The ultra-sharp blades easily cut through thick ingrown nails, and a handy built-in catcher makes the job neater, too.

You don’t have to like eating toast in order to appreciate this seat cushion. It’s covered in velvet-soft fabric, with a plush cotton filling that rebounds quickly when you stand up. The nonslip underside works to keep it from shifting out of place from underneath you when seated.

You aren’t limited to warm yellow light when it comes to these night-lights. They can light up in eight different shades (blue, green, pink, and more), making them great for setting a relaxing vibe in any space. Since the LED bulbs have a lifetime of up to 20,000 hours, you won’t need to swap them out anytime soon.

If your lower back is always aching by the end of the day, consider trying out this lumbar stretcher. It’s designed to help take pressure off your back by elongating the tight muscles located along your spine. You can also adjust how deep the stretch feels by up to three levels — many reviewers raved about how using it “feels amazing.”

Using a standard duster on your plants can be tedious and even damage the leaves. Luckily, these dusting gloves are available for a steal. They’re made from soft microfiber that latches onto dirt, trapping it within the fibers until you’re ready to toss them into the wash. Or, if your plants are already looking clean, you can just as easily use them to dust any surface in your home.

Made from precision-cut beech wood, this lymphatic drainage tool is a must-have for anyone looking to help reduce swelling in their limbs. It’s ergonomically designed for use on your shoulders, arms, legs, and everywhere in between — and using it can even help stimulate blood flow to sore muscles. One reviewer also raved about how “it’s incredibly effective. After just a few sessions, I noticed reduced soreness and tension in my muscles, especially after workouts”

Don’t let dust fall into your tumbler straw between sips. Instead, help it stay clean by putting one of these caps on top. They’re just as cute as they are dustproof — and they’re designed to fit onto the straws that come with tumblers that are either 30- or 40-ounces in size. Choose from eight colors: purple, white, pink, and more.

Don’t get caught on the toilet without any paper. Instead, keep a few spare rolls inside of these holders. Not only do they transform rolls into cute sheep, but the feet also help keep them lifted away from splashes and pooling moisture. Plus, the universal design makes them suitable for use with rolls both large and small.

Keeping a fresh ear piercing clean is essential if you want to avoid infection. Enter: this cleaning kit. Each order includes an empty detergent bottle that you can fill with whatever cleanser you like, 50 cotton swabs, as well as more than 200 cotton threads to help you clean deep into the tight spaces around your piercing. One reviewer called it “a game-changer for anyone with piercings [...].”

You don’t have to shell out for an acupuncture appointment if your muscles are feeling sore — just give yourself a massage at home using this pen. The pointed tip works to deliver a deep trigger point massage, helping calm painful knots in your back, neck, shoulders, and more.

Looking for ways to create a relaxing vibe inside your bathroom? Search no further than this lamp. The waterproof design means there’s no need to worry about getting it wet. And if you remove the shade, you can also set it up to cast a dreamy, ocean-wave pattern onto your bathroom walls.

Don’t bend the corners of your pages to keep track of where you are in that book. Instead, grab these magnetic bookmarks. Simply fold them onto the page, and the magnet in the center of each one will keep them held firmly in place. “Finally, a bookmark that doesn’t mysteriously disappear mid-chapter,” raved one reviewer. “It’s like having tiny, loyal reading companions guarding my spot.”

Unlike the water flosser you’ve likely been using, this one features a compact design that makes it easier to fit into your suitcase when traveling. The water pressure is adjustable up to four levels, making it suitable for sensitive mouths — and the battery even delivers up to a full month of use before it needs to be recharged.

Don’t squint at your book pages when reading in dim lighting. Instead, reach for this reading light. It sits around your neck for hands-free use, and features a powerful battery that delivers up to 80 hours of light before it needs to be recharged. The flexible arms make it easy to direct the light wherever you need it.

Home and professional chefs alike can appreciate these shredder claws. They’re great for tearing apart chicken, beef, or even pulling pork, as their pointed tips easily pierce through protein, yet aren’t sharp enough to cut skin. Once dirty, simply toss into the dishwasher for an easy clean.

Whether you’re a kid or adult, this fidget toy is a fun way to help alleviate anxiety. It’s made from soft, durable silicone, making it great for molding between your hands, stretching, or even just wiggling around. And since it’s completely silent, you won’t have to worry about disturbing the people around you when messing with it.

Unlike some garbage bags, these ones are made from 30% recycled material, making them an eco-friendlier pick. An adhesive strip at the top of each one lets you mount them wherever you like inside your car — so there’s no need for an additional trash can. Plus, their leakproof design helps keep your car safe from spills.

You don’t need a full-sized saw for that DIY project you’ve been eyeballing — just grab this miniature one. It’ll take up minimal space inside your toolbox, as it measures in at less than 8 inches in length. Each order also includes three interchangeable blades to help you tackle all sorts of projects: a pruning blade, metal blade, and hardwood blade.

Always losing track of where your Amazon fire TV remote at night? Not a problem once you’ve slipped it into one of these covers. They glow in the dark, making it easy to find your remote at night. Plus, the attached lanyard means you can even loop them around your bed post for safekeeping.

Not only are these penguins a cute addition to any kitchen, but they’re also great for whipping up hard, soft, or medium boiled eggs. They’re made from tough, heat-resistant plastic that won’t melt when submerged into boiling water — and the extra-long handle gives you somewhere safe to grab when pulling them out.

Whether you’re tackling a DIY project or trying to stay visible at night when walking the dog, this flashlight is a clever pick. It’s completely handsfree, as you can clip it onto your shirt, pants pocket, or anywhere else on your body you like. Batteries come already installed so it’s ready to use out of the box.

Potatoes, oranges, cucumbers — this peeler is designed for use on all of them and more. The nonslip base works to keep it stable as your produce spins round, and each order even includes two spare blades to get you started. Plus, the hands-free design means you’re free to chop up other ingredients as it peels.

There’s no denying that these scented gel pens would be a fun addition to your collection of office supplies. Each order comes with five scents: green apple, coconut grove, harvest spice, midnight breeze, and freesia fields. Plus, the lava bubbles on the inside are fun to watch flow up and down as you write.

Few things are as annoying as constantly having to adjust your glasses. Luckily, these clips are an easy fix. They fit onto the arms on your glasses, and catch onto the back of your ear so that your glasses stop sliding out of place. Choose from three colors: black, white, or multi.

Don’t be surprised if guests ask where you bought this Bluetooth speaker. Not only is it designed to look like a tiny bear piloting a little spaceship, but the battery also delivers up to 10 hours of playback before it needs to be recharged. Its soft yellow LED light means it pulls double duty as an adorable night-light.

From credit card bills to bank statements, this roller stamp makes it easier than ever to hide the information printed on personal documents. At more than 2 inches wide, it shouldn’t take more than one or two swipes to cover most blocks of text — and each order also includes three ink refills to get you started.

Crumbs, dust, eraser shavings — this desktop vacuum is great for sucking up all sorts of little messes. It only needs two AA batteries (which are not included) in order to get up and running. Plus, the compact design makes it easy to stash away inside a drawer when not in use.

If fidget toys are too childish for your tastes, consider opting for this pen instead. The pieces are magnetic, which means you can remove them from the pen and build them into all sorts of different shapes, making them great for blowing off steam on stressful days. Each order also includes two ink refills to get you started.

Ditch that crummy fly swatter in favor of this electronic one. More than 3,500 volts of electricity surge through the head when you press the power button, instantly killing mosquitos, moths, and more on contact. It charges via USB-C, and also features an “auto” mode that engages a bright UV light, working to draw flying pests to it so that you don’t have to go hunt them down yourself.

Ever notice your arms growing sore when playing video games? Then consider taking a look at this pillow. The ergonomic design fits comfortably underneath your elbow, giving your arms extra support where they need it. Or, if you aren’t much of a gamer, you can just as easily use it when knitting, reading, or even just working from home.

You don’t need to be a Star Wars fan in order to enjoy these lightsaber chopsticks. Each order comes with batteries included — so feel free to start using them right out of the box. And with eight colors to choose from (purple, red, orange, and more), don’t be surprised if you’re tempted to grab more than one pair.

There’s nothing wrong with using a standard draft stopper — though I think we can both agree that this cat version is way cuter. At 2 pounds in weight, it’s heavy enough that you can press it up tightly against your door without having to worry about it shifting loose. And if you aren’t into cats, you can also grab it as a dog or bear.

Yellow light can feel harsh against your eyes, especially when walking around at night. Enter: these red-night lights. Not only are they gentler on your eyes, but they also feature a dusk-to-dawn sensor that prevents them from wasting energy during the daytime. Plus, you can even adjust their brightness up to three levels.

Tired of discovering dirty dishes mixed into a clean dishwasher? Then this magnet is a must-have. It lets everyone in your house know whether the dishwasher is clean or dirty — so they won’t have any excuse if they still place dirty dishes inside. Each order also includes an adhesive metal plate for any dishwashers that don’t have a metal front.

Pouring soap from one of those economy-sized bottles of laundry detergent can be a challenge. Luckily, this dispenser is an easy solution. You can adjust how much soap it dispenses simply by pressing the corresponding button on its top: 15, 30, 45, 60 or 75 milliliters. Plus, the battery delivers up to 120 uses before it needs to be recharged.

Don’t even think about getting a pedicure until you’ve grabbed these sandals. They’re made with separators that help keep your toes spaced apart, making it less likely that you’ll accidentally ruin that fresh coat of polish. Their durable foam soles also help absorb shock, making them comfortable to wear.

• Available colors: 8
• Available sizes: S — L

Whether you’re feeling anxious, stressed, or simply having trouble focusing on the task at hand, these sensory mats may be able to help. They’re great for molding between your hands, as the marble on the inside gives them an oh-so satisfying feeling as you press it through the puzzle-shaped stitching. They’re also completely silent.

I’m a huge fan when it comes to this hair catcher — and not just because it helps keep my shower looking clean. The silicone teeth on the inside latch onto hair, pulling it off your fingers with just a single swipe. Each order also includes adhesive so that it’s easy to mount onto your shower wall.

Prefer sporting a high ponytail over a low one? Consider it a problem of the past when you have this baseball cap. Not only are there two openings in the back where you can thread your ponytail through, but it also comes in dozens of colors — so feel free to grab more than one. One reviewer called it “the perfect hat for anyone with long hair that likes it up and off their neck.”

Tired of blindly digging into your purse whenever you need something? Then this light is a must-have. It automatically turns on when you open your bag, making it easy to see where everything is stashed at a glance. Plus, a clip on the back lets you secure it to a pocket so that it’s always ready to work.

There’s no denying that these valve caps would be such a cute addition to your tires. Not only are they shaped like little ducks, but they also glow in the dark — so you’ll likely have a way easier time refilling that tire if it goes flat at night. Plus, their universal design makes them suitable for cars, bicycles, and more.

You’ll be glad you grabbed these sensory stickers the next time you’re feeling stressed at work. Each one features a tactile surface, giving them an oh-so unique feeling as you run your fingers across. The adhesive is also waterproof — so there’s no need to worry about how the stickers will fare if they get wet.

Sometimes a full-sized weighted blanket can be difficult to maneuver. Instead, opt for this smaller lap blanket. The stitching throughout works to keep the beads evenly distributed, while its leaf-shaped design gives it an undeniably cute vibe. You also have the choice of five weights ranging from 3 pounds to 15 pounds.

Anyone who enjoys taking baths is sure to appreciate this drain cover. Simply pop it on top of your bathtub’s overflow drain, and you’ll instantly be able to add inches to your bathwater. The octopus’ mouth still lets water drain away if it gets too high — and suction cups on the end of each tentacle make it easy to secure into place.

Few things are as frustrating as watching your strainer tip over and spill all your food into the sink. Enter: this sink strainer. The attached suction cup lets you mount it onto your sink top, ensuring that it won’t fall loose as you strain everything from pasta to veggies. Each order also includes a pack of mesh strainer bags to get you started.

Unlike some headbands, these ones feature curved ends that are designed to fit comfortably behind your ears, especially when wearing glasses. Nonslip teeth along the top work to keep them securely in place on your head. And with 10 colors to choose from (black, pastels, and more), you shouldn’t have any trouble finding a set that suits your style.

Don’t be surprised if guests ask where you bought this pizza slicer. Not only does it look like a tiny bicycle, but the blades are also made from sharp stainless steel, with a nonstick edge that won’t latch onto cheese or crust. Each order also includes a kickstand so that you can keep it sitting upright on your counter when not in use.

Clip these flashlights onto your Crocs, and they’ll help keep you visible when walking the dog at night. They’re so strong that they can be seen from up to 33 feet away — and the batteries deliver up to 72 hours of light before they need to be recharged. With a lifetime of up to 13,000 hours, you won’t have to replace them anytime soon.

I’m a huge fan when it comes to this incense burner — and not just because it looks like an adorable frog. The legs are long enough to catch stray bits of ash that fall their way, and each order even includes 45 sandalwood-scented incense sticks to get you started. One reviewer also wrote that it’s a “much nicer way to burn incense than on one of those wooden things.”

You won’t need any DIY skills in order to install this magnetic key holder, as each order includes double-sided adhesive that lets you press it right into place on your walls. The adhesive is strong enough that it can support up to 7 ounces. Plus, the cloud-shaped design is a cute addition to any space.

From jewelry to cash, this safe is great for hiding all sorts of valuables in plain sight. It’s designed to look just like a copy of Alice in Wonderland — but open the cover, and inside you’ll discover a hidden safe that can be accessed via a combination lock you can set to the entry code of your choice. Several other book titles are available, too.

An easy trick to help keep yourself focused on tasks is to give yourself a time limit, so why not grab this timer? The colorful face makes it great for kids as well as adults — and unlike some timers, this one doesn’t produce a distracting ticking sound. Plus, the silicone sleeve on the outside helps keep it safe from damage.

There’s no denying that these cotton swab holders would look so cute sitting out on your vanity. The covers work to keep swabs or toothpicks inside safe from dust — and the lotus flower petals can be detached for thorough cleaning if needed.

Don’t let dust fall into your drink between sips. Instead, place one of these covers on top of your cup. They’re made from high-quality silicone that’s heat-resistant up to 230 degrees Fahrenheit — so there’s no need to worry about them melting when place overtop hot mugs of coffee. “Good size and very effective at keeping our small dogs out of our coffee,” wrote one reviewer.

Not only is this mug designed to look like a retro Game Boy, but its faux screen is also activated by heat. Simply fill the mug with hot coffee, and the screen will turn “on,” displaying a scene from the the classic Super MarioLand game. One reviewer even wrote, “The unique heat-changing feature is sure to delight anyone who enjoys a bit of whimsy with their morning routine.”

Letting bars of soap sit in a puddle of water can cause them to deteriorate faster. Enter: this dish. It’s designed so that pooling moisture drains right back into your sink, which means it can help bars of soap last longer — and the stainless steel base is unlikely to rust over time. You also have the choice of three chic finishes: gold, silver, or black.

Drop this little charm down into your flower vase, and it’ll help keep that gross layer of slime from developing over time. The result? It can help keep flower bouquets fresher for longer — and you can even wash and reuse it as many times as you like.

You don’t have to enjoy eating shrimp in order to appreciate this neck pillow. Filled with plush, supportive cushioning, the cover is made from soft, breathable cotton — so you won’t have to worry about it leaving you sweating as it sits around your neck. “[It] may sound crazy but this thing is amazing and so comfortable!,” wrote one reviewer.