Spending time alone would be so much more enjoyable if you had any of these cheap, clever things

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Whether you’re an introvert, extrovert, or some mix, spending time alone becomes a lot more enjoyable when you have the tools you need. These cheap, clever things help you pursue solo hobbies, practice self-care, and keep yourself entertained, so you can appreciate the beauty of solitude and thrive in your own company.

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A brilliant tray table that fits most sofas & armchairs

This brilliant tray table makes it easy to curl up with a cup of tea — even if the nearest side table is across the room. Its flexible bamboo slats wrap around most chair arms, while its rimmed tray securely holds drinks, snacks, remotes, and more.

  • Available styles: 4

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These foam slippers that feel like clouds on your feet

These pillow slippers are my favorite shoes to wear around the house. They’re made from thick, cushiony, supportive foam and their slide design makes them easy to slip on in the morning. Best of all, they’re waterproof and they rinse clean of any dirt, so I can wear them on the deck or out to the mailbox.

  • Available sizes: 4-5.5 — 15-16
  • Available styles: 16

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This gooseneck phone mount for hands-free cooking, movies & more

When it comes to this hands-free gooseneck phone mount, the possibilities are endless. The adjustable clamp attaches to countertops while cooking, desks while working, or headboards while watching movies in bed, and it’s compatible with all phones between 4 and 7 inches wide.

  • Available styles: 3

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Or this tablet stand for larger devices

For larger devices like tablets and e-readers, there’s the Pillow Pad. This triangular stand holds your screen at the ideal viewing angle, and since it’s made from soft, lightweight material, it feels super comfortable on your lap. It even has mesh side pockets for earbuds and phones.

  • Available styles: 4

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A mesmerizing galaxy projector that doubles as a speaker & white noise machine

Not only does this galaxy projector display mesmerizing patterns on your ceiling and walls in your choice of 10 different colors, but it also doubles as a Bluetooth speaker and white noise machine. “It’s very relaxing and helps me sleep,” one reviewer wrote.

  • Available styles: 4

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This versatile wedge pillow that keeps you supported

Use this wedge pillow to elevate your legs in bed or prop your back up while watching TV. You can also use it as a lap desk while working and journaling. It’s made from dense, supportive foam and has a breathable microfiber cover you can remove and toss in the washing machine when it gets dirty.

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This comfortable air sofa that’s only 2 pounds & inflates with the wind

Whether you’re a solo traveler, going on a picnic, or just looking to lounge in your backyard, this air sofa is a great investment. It inflates with the wind to create a comfortable, supportive couch, complete with a side pocket and ground stakes — but when it’s time to get going, it folds down into a 2-pound bag for portability and compact storage.

  • Available styles: 21

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A freezable cup that quickly makes refreshing slushies

Make individual-size slushies in minutes using your favorite flavors of juice or soda. This slushie maker cup stores in the freezer, so when a craving strikes, you can just pour a beverage in and squeeze it to create an icy, satisfying treat. It’s BPA-free, reusable, and comes with a two-in-one straw and spoon.

  • Available styles: 4

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These individual-size baking dishes for one-pan meals

Cooking for yourself can be a form of self-care — and it doesn’t have to be difficult or messy, either. These 16-ounce baking dishes are perfect for meal prep and one-pan dinners for one. Since they’re made from temperature-safe ceramic, you can use them in the oven, microwave, and freezer — and they’re dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.

  • Available styles: 4

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Or these quarter baking sheets that even fit in the toaster oven

Made from aluminum, these quarter baking sheets measure 13 by 9.5 inches, so they fit in most toaster ovens and are the ideal size for single-serving sheet pan meals. That said, their compact design doesn’t mean they compromise on quality: “They're the perfect size, easy to clean, and sturdy enough to use often,” one reviewer said.

  • Available sizes: Quarter sheet — Half sheet
  • Available styles: 2

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A versatile tray made from 100% bamboo

You don’t need to have company over in order to enjoy a gorgeous spread. Use this bamboo tray to make yourself a charcuterie board or serve a personal pizza in style. Some reviewers even used it to make DIY tables and centerpieces.

  • Available styles: 2

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This tool that helps you apply lotion & sunscreen on your back

Whether you’re sunbathing on the balcony or moisturizing after a shower, this lotion applicator is one of reviewers’ “most needed purchases.” Its textured pad and long, curved handle help you apply sunscreen, creams, and ointments to your back, shoulders, and other hard-to-reach areas. It’s also easy to clean with soap and water and has a hanging loop for drying.

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A phone lock box to help increase sleep & focus

If your phone is getting in the way of your work, sleep, or solo hobbies, this lock box may be able to help you overcome device cravings and reach a state of flow. The case comes in three sizes to suit various models and has a customizable timer that reaches up to 99 hours. When your phone is locked away, you can still charge your device, use your earbuds, and answer calls.

  • Available sizes: 6.7 inch — 11 inch
  • Available styles: 12

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The best back scratcher reviewers have ever tried

This extendable back scratcher has an overall 4.5-star rating from more than 20,000 reviewers, many of whom called it the best they’ve ever used. Its double-sided head has two lengths of spikes for both small and intense itches. According to reviewers, they “feel amazing and get the job done,” even if you “live alone.”

  • Available styles: 8

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This roller stick that helps you massage tight muscles by yourself

You don’t need a partner to achieve a soothing massage. This massage stick has seven textured rollers that help you work out knots and release tension from tight muscles. Its double-handled design is also easy to use almost anywhere on the body, including your back, shoulders, neck, and legs.

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Some reusable eye pads so you can pamper yourself at any time

“Nothing like a 10-15 minute home care session that is very refreshing and provides that relaxing feeling,” one reviewer said about these reusable under-eye pads. They’re filled with a freezable gel that remains flexible when cold, so you can minimize puffiness, soothe headaches, and brighten dark under-eye circles. Place them on top of an eye cream for an extra boost.

  • Available styles: 4

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This under-eye cream that’s “rich and luxurious”

Made with hyaluronic acid, aloe, and argan oil, this under-eye cream aims to soothe and smooth under-eye areas for any skin type. “Rich and luxuriously moisturizing,” one reviewer said — especially for the price. “I am on my third bottle and will continue to use it as I can see a definite improvement in the skin around my eyes.”

  • Available sizes: .5 Fl Oz — 1 Fl Oz
  • Available styles: 2

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This adjustable book & device holder for studying, cooking, or practicing an instrument

Hold textbooks open while studying, secure sheet music in place while practicing an instrument, or reference a recipe while cooking yourself a gourmet meal. This bamboo book holder also works with phones, e-readers, and tablets, and it has an adjustable stand so you can change the angle.

  • Available sizes: 11.0 x 8.1 inches — 24.0 x 13.7 inches

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These floral resin page holders for 1-handed reading

Cute, functional accessories make any activity more enjoyable — and these floral page sets are no exception. Each order comes with a bookmark and two resin page holders, which slip over your thumb so you can hold your book open and spread the pages with a single hand.

  • Available styles: 3

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This convenient shelf that clips onto your bedframe

Everyone could use a relaxing day in bed, and the BedShelfie ensures that you have everything you need at your fingertips — even without a side table. Its adjustable clamp fits most bed frames while its bamboo design can support up to 35 pounds, so your beverages, devices, remote controls, and reading material are always within reach.

  • Available sizes: 13.75 x 9.5 inches — 19.25 x 11.5 inches
  • Available styles: 2

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This heated foot massager with 3 intensity levels

Whether you’re working, reading, or watching TV, this heated foot massager makes the experience significantly more enjoyable and relaxing. Its shiatsu nodes have three levels of intensity, two rotation directions, and three warmth modes — and you can take the foot sleeve off and use the bottom as a back massager.

  • Available styles: 2

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These reusable containers that make meal prep way easier

Prepping your meals ahead of time saves you time throughout the week, ensures that you always have nutritious food on hand, and helps you overcome the urge to order in. These reusable food containers come in a pack of 30 (10 one-compartment trays, 10 two-compartment trays, and 10 three-compartment trays), all with matching lids. They’re also freezer-, microwave-, and dishwasher-safe.

  • Available styles: 3

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A compact muffin tin for small-batch baking

Small-batch baking is one of my favorite solo hobbies, and this compact muffin pan helps you bake up to four cupcakes, muffins, tarts, or egg cups at a time. Its nonstick material cooks evenly and is heat-resistant up to 445 degrees Fahrenheit — and some reviewers use it in the toaster oven or air fryer, too.

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This compact waterproof speaker you can take just about anywhere

Thanks to its waterproof design, 66-foot Bluetooth connection, and compact size, this Anker Soundcore speaker can go just about anywhere with you. “Whether I'm catching up on podcasts or listening to my music, the audio is crystal clear and loud enough to drown out the sound of running water,” wrote one reviewer who uses it in the shower. “I always find myself carrying it to the garage when I am working and out in the yard when doing yard work,” another said.

  • Available styles: 3

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This roll-up mat to preserve your unfinished puzzle

If tabletop space is a rarity in your home, this roll-up mat lets you transport your jigsaw puzzle to another location without disrupting your progress. The inflatable tube cushions your unfinished creation, the mat is big enough to store puzzles up to 1,500 pieces, and the drawstring bag keeps everything contained until next time.

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A challenging jigsaw puzzle to boost mindfulness & motivation

Jigsaw puzzles aren’t just a great way to pass the time; according to scientific studies, they’re also intrinsically motivating and help to promote mindfulness. This 500-piece puzzle features adorable feline versions of musical artists, and according to reviewers, it’s “well-made” with “sturdy pieces.”

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These fitness cards that help you create at-home workouts

Sold in tons of different decks from bodyweight exercises and dumbells to yoga and pilates, these workout cards help you mix up your exercise routine at home without a trainer. Every deck includes 50 cards, each with its own exercise and detailed illustrations that explain how to properly perform it.

  • Available styles: 19

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A deep-conditioning mask that nourishes hair from root to tip

The next time you’re home alone, turn on your favorite comfort show and pamper yourself with a hair treatment. Reviewers are “obsessed” with this deep-conditioning mask and said that their hair has “never been softer.” Using keratin, biotin protein, castor oil, and argan oil, it aims to strengthen and smooth strands, minimize split ends, revitalize the scalp, and promote new hair growth.

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This versatile cup holder that makes baths even more relaxing

Few solo activities are as relaxing and rewarding as taking a hot bath — but the SipCaddy makes it even better. This cup holder attaches to smooth surfaces using a strong suction cup, and its versatile mount fits wine glasses, beer cans, solo cups, and even some coffee mugs. You can also use it as an upside-down shampoo bottle holder to get every last drop.

  • Available styles: 6

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These long exfoliating washcloths so you can wash your own back

With their 35-inch length and textured nylon material, these exfoliating washcloths are a great way to scrub your back without any help. Reviewers also use them to unclog pores, boost circulation, and remove dead skin — and they’re machine-washable and quick-drying so they won’t harbor bacteria or mildew.

  • Available styles: 6

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This cult-favorite body foam that reinvigorates your shower routine

Make every day a spa day with sundae’s shower foam. It cleanses your skin like a body wash, but its luxe, whipped texture is a “fun new way to brighten up your shower routine,” one reviewer wrote. It also has an uplifting coconut scent and uses gentle, cruelty-free ingredients.

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This body lotion that moisturizes & exfoliates at the same time

Made with 10% glycolic acid and shea butter, this body lotion helps you exfoliate anywhere for a softer, brighter complexion. It’s fragrance-free and pH-balanced for sensitive skin, and according to a reviewer, it’s “non-greasy and absorbs well.”

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These colorful acrylic tumblers that are “a joy to use”

Don’t wait until you’re entertaining to use glassware you love. These unbreakable tumblers come in six vivid colors that looks like real glass — but they’re actually made from BPA-free acrylic, so they’re dishwasher-safe and shatter-resistant. Whether for water or cocktails, reviewers said that they’re “a joy to use.”

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These fruit juice mixers for easy, delicious cocktails & mocktails

Made from real fruit juice without artificial flavors, colors, or sweeteners, these ready-to-use mixers help you treat yourself to easy, delicious cocktails and mocktails in a snap. Each order comes in a set with three different flavors — dragon fruit Cosmo, margarita, and mai tai — and each bottle contains enough for several drinks. “Flavorful and delicious,” not to mention “[much] better than your grocery aisle mixers,” one reviewer said.

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This glass rimmer kit that’s easy to use & easy to clean up

The next time you make yourself a cocktail, pamper yourself by making it as pretty and delicious as possible. Thanks to its three-tier swivel design made from food-safe ABS, this cocktail glass rimmer kit is “easy to use — and easy to clean up,” according to reviewers. Its donut-shaped compartments are ideal for salt, sugar, sprinkles, and other dry ingredients, while its included sponge helps you evenly coat the rim in lime juice, water, or other liquids.

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These comfy socks you can customize with a photo of your pet’s face

Comfortable socks are a must for a cozy night at home — but comfortable socks with a photo of your pet’s face on them? It’s no wonder reviewers have called this customized pair the “best socks ever.” They’re made from stretchy, machine-washable polyester in your choice of ample colors, and you can upload a picture of your own pet at checkout.

  • Available styles: 41

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This frame that both displays & stores artwork

This front-loading frame lets you display your artwork or an important document either vertically or horizontally inside the engineered wood frame. That said, it also opens like a book so you can store additional sheets inside using the elastic straps. It comes in 15 color options, all with shatter-resistant glass and attached hardware for hanging.

  • Available styles: 15

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These curtains that block out light & sound

Darken your space, boost privacy, and make your bedroom so much cozier with these blackout curtains. They look like high-end linen, but they’re actually made from a thick polyester material that blocks light, temperatures, and sound. They also come in tons of colors and sizes to suit your windows.

  • Available sizes: 42''W x 36''L — 50''W x 120''L
  • Available styles: 23

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This all-in-1 set to help you start painting

Get all the accessories you need to start (or revive) a painting hobby with this complete easel set. Each one includes an adjustable wooden easel, a 10-well palette, a stretched canvas, six paint brushes, and twelve acrylic paints in all different colors. And thanks to its compact size, it’s easy to carry around and stash away.

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These heirloom herb seeds to help you start a garden

Science shows that gardening improves both mental and physical health, and this herb seeds set helps you create your own culinary garden. It comes with 10 types of non-GMO heirloom seeds (including basil, oregano, thyme, sage, and more), plus bamboo plant markers and a wooden storage box.

  • Available styles: 2

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This guided journal that helps you build a gratitude practice

According to science, gratitude journaling can minimize stress and boost feelings of well-being. This gratitude journal helps you build a daily practice with lists, affirmations, reflections, and mood trackers while its undated format lets you start at any time. Plus, it has extra space for vision boards and free writing.

  • Available styles: 9

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These colorful felt-tip markers that compare to more expensive brands

Bullet journaling, writing, drawing — however you prefer to create, these felt-tip markers come in a set of 18 vivid colors and have a .4mm tip for smooth, precise lines. According to reviewers, they compare to much more expensive options: “I’m a pilot g2 gel pen fanatic for the way they write and the color options but these pair up right along side them [because] the colors are bold [and] they don’t bleed or skip.”

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A desktop zen garden that doubles as an incense holder

This desktop zen garden helps to promote mindfulness and gives you an outlet for your fidgeting. It comes with two rakes and a round wooden tray that holds the sand and decor. Plus, it doubles as an incense holder that turns the included incense cones into a mesmerizing fountain.

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This sleep mask made from cooling, contouring gel-infused memory foam

According to reviewers, this Snuggle-Pedic sleep mask is “cool,” “very comfortable,” and “keeps all the light out” while you’re sleeping, meditating, or nursing a migraine. It’s made from charcoal and gel-infused memory foam, which contours your eyes without putting pressure on your face.

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A compact, practical tray table for tight spaces

Compact, yet practical, this C-shaped end table is the perfect addition to your favorite reading nook or TV-watching chair. The base fits under your furniture to maximize space, but the metal-framed design is still sturdy and well-balanced to securely hold a snack, a cup of tea, or your laptop.

  • Available styles: 6

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These foot peel masks that soften better than pedicures, according to a reviewer

According to reviewers, these foot peel masks are “better than ANY pedicure” when it comes to achieving soft, smooth soles. After wearing the booties for about an hour, you rinse off the exfoliating serum and wait a week or two; over the next 6 to 11 days, the dry, cracked skin begins to peel off in sheets, leaving behind callus-free feet.

  • Available sizes: Regular — Large
  • Available styles: 9

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This accessory that makes DIY manicures so much easier

“Makes giving myself a manicure so much easier!” wrote one reviewer who called this nail polish holder ring a “must-have.” Its flexible silicone design fits most fingers and most bottles of polish, so you can paint your nails virtually anywhere without having to worry about spills.

  • Available styles: 21

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A white noise machine for deep, soothing sleep

Especially if you live in a loud area, white noise has been scientifically proven to improve the quality and duration of your sleep. This sound machine fills your space with one of 45 soothing sounds, including fans, water, nature, and more. It also has an optional sleep timer and is both adapter- and battery-powered for home use and travel. Did someone say midday nap?

  • Available styles: 2

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This Bluetooth karaoke microphone that provides hours of entertainment

You don’t need an audience to sing your heart out, and the reviews on this wireless karaoke microphone prove it: “This is so much fun! I told myself I would sing a couple songs and here I am 2 hours later losing my voice,” one said. Connect it to your devices via Bluetooth or audio cable and hear both your voice and the music through the built-in speaker.

  • Available styles: 15

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This mug with a built-in infuser that makes reviewers smile

“It's adorable [and] it makes me smile,” one reviewer wrote about this ceramic cat mug — but the design is also surprisingly practical. The matching lid preserves the temperature of your beverage and doubles as a tray for the included infuser, which is perforated with tiny cat paws.

  • Available styles: 3

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An adjustable memory foam pillow for customized support

No matter which position you sleep in, this memory foam pillow offers customizable support. You can add or remove its shredded filling so it suits your loft and density preferences. Plus, the cooling cover and its contents are both machine-washable. “I've found it also gives great support when I am laying on my back to watch tv,” one reviewer wrote.

  • Available sizes: Standard — King
  • Available styles: 2

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This silk sleep mask for a rejuvenating rest

This sleep mask doesn’t just block out light for a rejuvenating rest; it’s also made from 100% mulberry silk, so it’s soft, cooling, and gentle on your skin. “Really comfortable and love wearing it!” one reviewer raved.

  • Available styles: 5