Amazon's selling a ton of these clever, new things people are obsessed with

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Amazon's selling a ton of these clever, new things people are obsessed with
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I recently made a few small Amazon purchases that seemed like silly impulse purchases when I checked out. But when they arrived, I became instantly obsessed and found myself proselytizing about them to anyone who would listen. At first, I was embarrassed by my own behavior and apologized. Then I tried — but failed — to stop. Then I overheard some of the people I had convinced to also buy, doing the same thing. Now I am here to own it! There is a good reason that Amazon’s selling a ton of these clever, new things people are obsessed with and I’m guessing you will soon be equally obsessed.

01This genius magnetic phone grip

When you are hoofing it about town — snapping pictures and texting them to friends — stick this MagSafe phone grip to the back of your phone to get a better grip. It grabs firmly to the iPhone’s built-in MagSafe feature so you can slide a finger through the loop for more secure one-handed texting or to set the phone on a surface for gabbing selfies. It comes in two colors.

02A mushroom that brews tea

Tea time is much more magical when this tea infuser is on the job. Fill the charming mushroom with leaves and drop it into the hot water. When your brew is ready to sip, grab the gnome’s head to remove the shroom. “Not only is this super cute, it’s great for loose-leaf tea,” said one reviewer. “This is made of silicone-like material so the top of the mushroom is easy to take off and put back on to put your tea in.”

03A decorative cable management box

Tuck all the detritus of modern life into this charming cable management box so you don’t have to look at it — or dust it. With channels to run cords to a power source, this rattan-look box is the perfect place to stash everything from power strips to hair appliances. The lid hinges open and, when closed, is a great place to set a phone or other device. It comes in four colors and you can choose an oval or a rectangle.

04A bookmark you won’t lose and that won’t lose your place

You will never lose your place if you clip this automatic bookmark to your book. The long flexible arm keeps track as you read. It clips to the page, too, so you always know where your bookmark is and never have to fold a page corner in frustration. “I love how these bookmarks stay in my book,” said one reviewer. “Best invention ever.” This is a pack of three and they come in 11 colors.

05Notepads that stick to the fridge

With one of these magnetic notepads stuck to the fridge, you will always have a place to jot a phone number, reminder, shopping list, or note for your housemates. Pull off the page and take it with you and a clean slate remains for next time. This is six pads in a variety of gradient shades. “The full magnet on the back is amazing,” said one reviewer. “[It] actually stays on the fridge!!”

06The solution for your food storage container mess

It’s a common story. You enthusiastically purchased storage containers for leftovers and fridge organization. But when you want to use one of the containers, you have to spend the better part of your day searching for the lid. This lid organizer fixes that. It’s adjustable, holds your entire collection on a single shelf, and keeps the lids upright so you can find the one you want.

07This elegant set of knives in muted colors

This kitchen knife set is as beautiful as it is functional. The slim canister-shaped stand is ridged and rendered in muted colors. The German stainless steel knives are sharp and have handles that coordinate with the color of the stand they come in. The set is minimal but includes every blade you are likely to ever reach for: a 10-inch chef's knife; a 9-inch utility knife; an 8-inch meat cleaver; kitchen scissors; and a 12-inch kitchen knife. It comes in four colors.

08This perfect step-on trash can

This is the perfect trash can for the bathroom, bedroom, or laundry area. It’s small enough to tuck into a small space and holds just over 1 gallon of trash. The interior bucket is removable so it’s easy to empty, even if you don’t use liners. The step-on lid opener makes it easy to toss trash while the snug lid keeps pets out of the trash and hides the debris. It comes in black or white.

09This laptop stand that does so much more

This handy doodad will help you get through a busy day, wherever that day takes you. Use it as a laptop stand to elevate the screen to an ergonomic viewing angle and prevent overheating. Set it on a book to hold the pages open. Pull it out when you need a straight edge or ruler. Stash a pen or stylus in it. “The perfect little gadget,” said one reviewer. “It has different angles, [...], it's very packable, [...], and the solid silicone construction feels nice.”

10A fidget toy that’s so much fun

For adults, a fidget toy helps with focus and concentration. Kids love them, too. This fidget worm is a fun option. It shrinks, expands, and takes on a life of its own, seeming to breathe and slink about. “It's visually gorgeous, love the colors and how it's kind of translucent,” said one reviewer. “I definitely recommend this awesome sensory toy!” It comes in six colors and three sizes.

11Cereal containers that are airtight

Move your cereal, grains, and pet food into these airtight cereal containers and you will never discover bugs in your oats or crunchy breakfast cereal that has gone soft. The seal keeps the humidity and insects out while the handy shape, pop-up lid, and clear plastic make it super easy to grab and pour what you need. This is a pack of three.

12A pillow that solves so many sleep problems

If you wake up and toss and turn in the night because you are too hot, your neck hurts, or your arms fall asleep, the solution could be as simple as this cervical neck pillow. It is designed to support your neck perfectly, even if you sleep on your side, and gives your arm a place to be. It even helps air circulate around you so you don’t overheat.

13The shampoo that’s not liquid

Not only is this tea tree shampoo bar easier to manage in the shower — and while traveling — than a liquid, but it treats your hair and scalp to an invigorating, nourishing, and healing lather that’s loaded with tea tree oil, salicylic acid, and menthol. It will wake you up and make your hair happy. There are 11 other formulas — herbal citrusy, charcoal, and more — to choose from if that sounds like too much or if your hair needs clarification, moisture, or other treatments.

14This butter dish that’s so pretty & practical

Keep your butter in this glass butter dish and every meal will be so elegant you could welcome the Queen for tea and toast. The cut crystal is stylish and functional. The lid keeps your butter fresh and clean, even if you like to leave it on the table to soften. It comes in five colors and styles. “A fantastic blend of style, quality, and practicality,” said one reviewer.

15This phone holder that’s beefy & adjustable

Drop this phone holder into the cup holder of your car or truck and turn the driver’s seat into a data-rich cockpit for travel. It holds the phone firmly and adjusts in every way — height, angle, direction — so you can put that screen in easy glancing range. The phone grip is designed to handle folding phones, thick cases, or whatever you have. It comes in two colors.

16A set of cute & functional cord clips

Stick these cable clips to the side of your desk, bedside table, dashboard, or counter so you never have to hunt around for a cord that has slipped behind the furniture. Tuck a cord between the colorful bulbs and it will stay put until you need it. Then you can pull the cord through the clip and use it while it is still secured. This is a pack of three in three pretty pastel colors.

17This oil sprayer that also pours

Your fine oils will stay fresh and be easy to use if you transfer them into this 16-ounce, light-blocking oil sprayer that pours or sprays. It comes with a selection of labels so you can clarify what’s in the bottle and has a big handle so you won’t drop the glass container even if your hands are slippery. Choose from two bottle colors and eight lid and handle colors.

18A super skinny MagSafe phone charger

When your phone dies, this MagSafe portable charger will save the day. It snaps firmly to the back of your phone and charges it wirelessly. It’s so slim, you won’t notice it’s there so you can drop it in a pocket or keep right on chatting. “[It’s] light and easy to carry in your purse or pocket,” said one reviewer. “It charges my phone fully and still has some charge left.” It comes in four colors.

19This hydrating lip oil that adds a bit of shimmer

Slather on a glossy, hydrating boost of color every time your lips feel dry by keeping this minty lip oil in your pocket or purse. You can top off a lipstick with it or wear it alone to achieve a subtle color with a hint of glimmer. It’s not sticky but is restorative and pretty. It comes in eight shades. “This looks like a better version of my own lips but with shine and slight glitter,” said one reviewer.

20An affordable video doorbell

You don’t have to commit to monthly charges or even buy expensive electronics to have a video doorbell that will alert you when a package is dropped at your door, let you talk to visitors from wherever you are, and get alerted if someone is stealthily approaching your door. This affordable Wi-Fi doorbell does all of this and is super easy to set up. It comes in two colors.

21This coffee mug that’s wearing a jacket & skarf

Why use a boring and flimsy to-go cup when this coffee mug comes with a jacket, scarf, and pop-up lid that won’t spill any of your beverage on your shirt? Joe’s outfit is made of silicone to protect your hand from the heat and the glass mug is pleasant to drink from. “Cutest coffee mug ever,” said one reviewer.

22A better way to shred chicken

Turning chicken into chicken salad just got easier. This chicken shredder tool makes this task fast, easy on your hands, and tidy. Drop the meat onto the spiky bed and put the lid on. Then rotate the lid with the easy-grip handles and it shreds that chicken fast. It works well on pork, beef, and some vegetables, too. It comes in four colors.

23Measuring cups & spoons that look like snails

This measuring spoons set has something your current measuring cups and spoons do not. Cuteness! These little snails will make every recipe more fun. They are functional, too. They measure precisely, stack for easy storage, and are color-coded. Unlike other sets, though, the heads of the snails are measuring spoons and the snail’s shells are measuring cups! So cute!

24A car phone holder that’s so clever

This car phone holder is a handy upgrade for your car’s interior. Drop your phone into it and rotate the mount or adjust the angle so you can see the screen from wherever you sit. It holds your phone at the perfect angle, is easy to deploy, and works with whatever you have mounted to the back of the phone. “Bought this for my GF’s new vehicle,” said one reviewer. “She loves it because it accommodates her phone with a pop socket on it.” It comes in three colors.

25This pair of pretty syrup dispensers

You don’t have to stand in line and spend your mortgage savings on a pumpkin spice latte anymore. Set this pair of coffee syrup dispensers in your home cafe, fill them with your favorite coffee syrups, affix the appropriate label (included), and be your own barista. The build quality is high enough for a commercial setting and pretty enough for your kitchen.

26A tea house for your tea bags

Are you storing your tea bags in the boxes they came in? Why, though? This adorable tea house dispenses tea bags one at a time and looks so cute on your counter or cafe that you won’t be able to resist making another cup. Pop the roof off to load it. It works for sugar packs and other small packaged items, too. “Super cute and useful,” said one reviewer.

27A phone case with lots of little suction cups

This suction phone case is genius. No magnets. No clamps. Just old-school suction cups that look like they belong in a toy kit. But they deliver. Stick them to the mirror when you are primping or the fridge when you are cooking to follow instructional videos. Stick it to the dash of a rental car. You do you. It sticks to your phone with magnets, adhesive, or suction cups and comes in 10 colors.

28The glass tumbler that looks like a skeleton

Embrace your dark, witchy energy with the Bonesy glass tumbler. A high-quality, 17-ounce, glass cup is wearing a silicone sleeve that puts a skeleton face on your beverage. Whatever you drink from it becomes the eye color for some creepy effects. The silicone also makes the glass grippy and protects your hands from the temperature of your drink. It comes with two straws and a cleaning brush in green or white.

29A complete set of bottle brushes

You have water bottles, coffee tumblers, baby bottles, straws, and many other difficult-to-wash items in your kitchen, am I right? You need this set of bottle brushes to keep those things clean and sanitary. It has everything you need, from a big and fluffy scrubber for getting into coffee tumblers to long skinny brushes for cleaning straws. There is even a tool for cleaning the lids.

30The perfect drawer organizer

Create exactly the storage solution you need in any drawer with this organizer tray that has adjustable dividers. Need lots of tiny compartments for crafting supplies? Use all the dividers. Looking to organize tools or office supplies? Pull out dividers to get the right-sized compartment. “Now, I’m satisfied and can stop searching for the perfect organizer!” said one reviewer.

31The screen cleaner that solves the problem

This pocket-sized screen cleaner kit is a clever way to keep your phone, tablet, and computer screen spiffy clean all the time. A little spray bottle is packed into a soft microfiber container so you can spray the screen and give a quick wipe whenever you like. “A game changer for keeping my devices spotless!” said one reviewer. Choose from seven color and quantity options.

32This magnifier that turns your phone into a TV

This screen magnifier turns your phone into a little TV. Unroll it. Set your phone in the stand and the magnifier makes that small screen a viewable 14 inches. It is super packable and low-tech but highly effective. “[Makes] watching videos on my phone so much easier,” said one reviewer. “It takes up no room in my suitcase. Great for traveling!” It comes in five styles and three sizes.

33This elegant salt & pepper grinder set

Set this grinder mill set on your dining table and every meal will feel as if it’s unfolding in a fancy restaurant. The oak body, gold trim, and solid feel in your hand elevate the simple act of adding salt or pepper to your meal to something sublime. It sits in a matching wooden tray so you can leave it out and it comes with a funnel to make filling it easy.

34The seat cushion that will save your back

A long drive or day at work does not have to end in pain. This high-density memory foam in this car seat cushion makes your seat more comfortable and the cutout protects your sensitive coccyx bone from impact. Drop it onto your work chair. Grab the handle and toss it into your car seat. Your back will thank you. It comes in two colors.

35This waist belt that is like strap-on pockets

This waist pack is loaded with pockets and you can wear it with anything. Strap it on and fill the pockets with everything from your phone to a bottle of water and snacks. None of it will bounce around and you don’t have to carry a bag. It comes in three sizes and 10 colors.

36A better way to store your jewelry

If your jewelry collection is turning into a tangled mess, this two-sided hanging jewelry organizer will help. Each piece gets its own compartment and it hangs from the closet rod so you can choose your earring and necklace where you choose your outfit. “I had a big stand-up jewelry box/mirror and it took up way too much space,” said one reviewer. “ This holds a lot and doesn't take up much space. It is also easier to find items.”

37The back massager you can take with you

How great would it be to get a massage when you are waiting in doctor’s offices, on an airplane, or lurking outside a child’s music lesson? Pack this portable back massager along and this could be your reality. It is battery-powered, heats up, and can massage your back, neck, or whatever hurts.

38A compact, folding charging station for all your Apple gear

Toss this charging station in your travel hit and never worry about forgetting a charger when you travel again. It will charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods from one charging cord and is small enough to always have with you. Unfold it, plug it in, and drop all your gear on it.

39Elegant cocktail glasses that look like flowers

When it comes to cocktails — or any drink really — the glass matters. A simple beverage, sipped from these wavy coupe glasses that are shaped like flowers evokes an age-of-glamour style that a basic water glass can never achieve. Each one holds 7 ounces. Choose from six color schemes. “I borderline feel like I'm playing a role in Bridgerton when I use these,” said one reviewer.

40The legging storage system you have always wanted

Reclaim your dresser and make it easier to find the leggings you want to wear today by hanging this clever legging storage system in your closet. Roll your leggings and tuck them into the clear plastic compartments. You can see them. They stay clean. And the kit hangs 24 pairs from a closet rod or the back of a door. It comes in four colors.

41This pet fur remover for your clothes

If you often find yourself wearing a layer of pet fur over your favorite outfit, you need this mini ChomChom lint roller. Give your outfit a quick sweep as you leave the house and you will no longer be marked by the fur of your overlord as you go through your day. Its ultra-grippy fabric pulls every strand of fur from your garment and stashes it in a chamber in the handle. You never have to refill it. Just empty the chamber.

42Little travel pillows in soft microfiber

Sleeping in a tent, hotel rooms that skimp on the pillows, or in a plane, train, or automobile is much easier with these mini travel pillows. The soft microfiber cover is soft against your skin and the fluffy cotton filling is a soft place to rest your head. They are small enough to toss in your camping kit or suitcase. Or maybe keep them in the car. They come in eight colors and two sizes.

43A clever way to store knives

Turn your kitchen into a workhorse where everything you need is within reach by mounting this magnetic wood utensil holder to the wall. Pull your best knives, kitchen sheers, and other tools out of the drawers and stick them to it so they are easy to find and become utilitarian decor. It comes in four sizes and wood finishes.

44This heat deflector so you don’t freeze or overheat

When the air conditioning blows right in your face while you work or the heat warms the ceiling while you freeze below, stick this magnetic heat deflector to the wall vent and change the airflow direction. It takes only a second to snap it on and channels the air away from you, into the room, or wherever you want. “Should have bought this 10 or 12 years ago for work,” said one reviewer.

45The taco holders that save taco night

Tidy up taco night with these taco holders that hold the tortilla in place while you fill it. It holds three tacos so you can enjoy your meal without fumbling with the ingredients. They are great for carting hot dogs, too. They are fun, easy to clean, and stack for storage. “These are restaurant quality,” said one reviewer. “Very well made and heavy-duty stainless steel.” This is a pack of four.

46This small but effective air purifier

Clean the pet dander, smoke, and other allergens out of the air you breathe by setting this small room air purifier on your desk or bedside table. It pulls the air in and filters out any particulates that are bigger than 0.1 microns so you don’t have to inhale that stuff. It has three speeds and you can put it on a timer that suits your schedule. “[It] has greatly improved the air quality in my bedroom and is super quiet,” said one reviewer. It comes in two sizes.

47A mouthwash in tablet form

Toss this little container of mouthwash tablets into your travel kit or EDC so you can freshen your mouth whenever you like. It’s not liquid so you don’t have to worry about airline rules. And it won’t leak all over the contents of your bag or pocket. It helps remineralize your teeth and has a probiotic to rebuild your mouth biome. “A fresh minty result,” said one reviewer. “Leaves my mouth feeling clean.”

48A tiny book light that’s bright & rechargeable

This rechargeable book light is small and pocketable but the light it throws is mighty. Clip it to a book, the menu, or your crafts so you can see what you are doing no matter how dim the ambient light. It has nine brightness levels and three color temperatures, the light head rotates, and it is rechargeable. It comes in 12 colors.

49Glass jars that turn laundry products into functional decor

Turn all your laundry pods, bath salts, hair ties, and other hard-to-store sundries into a beautiful display so your bathroom and laundry room are tidy, pretty, and easy to use. Put everything in these elegant glass jars and turn all that colorful product into decor. They come with a bamboo lid and labels. “They are so cute and elegant and hold the right amount of product!” said one reviewer.

50Goofy plant magnets that will make you laugh

Add cartoonish fun to your plants by giving them eyes, monster faces, and expressions with these plant magnets. Their faces lurk among the greenery and will give you a laugh every time you encounter one. “They are so cute and funny, the magnet is strong enough to hold strong through the thick snake plant leaves, and they hold up very well,” said one reviewer. There are three styles.

51A cosmetic bag that keeps your gear in order

Organize yourself next time you travel with this makeup bag organizer that eliminates that frustrating hunt through a bag for the gear you need. Secure your brushes, tools, cosmetics, and jewelry in the pockets and straps when it is laid out flat. Then cinch it closed and go. When you open it up again, everything will be right where you put it. It comes in 31 colors and three sizes.

52This wall sconce you can put anywhere

Electricity does not have to limit where you can have light. Now when you can stick this rechargeable wall sconce anywhere and light that space in the light color and brightness you want. Use the remote control or touch the light to turn it on. Set it to turn off automatically. When it needs power, pull it from the magnetic base and plug it in. It comes in two colors.

53A kitchen gnome that grates cheese

Finally, your love of gnomes and your affection for cheese meet! This cheese grater stands in your kitchen, as if your counter was a lawn, being a gnome. And when the cheese comes out for snack time, pull off the protective cover and it’s ready to render that tasty snack into grated deliciousness. It works on garlic, ginger, lemons, and whatever else you might need to grate, too.

54This bag dispenser that mounts under the cabinet

With this plastic bag dispenser mounted to the underside of your cabinets, you will never have to hunt through drawers for a bag to store leftovers in again. Just grab one from the dispenser and get on with it. It’s easy to load and super convenient. “A game-changer for my kitchen organization!” said one reviewer.

55A clever way to store extra toilet paper

Running out of TP is so inconvenient. This toilet paper holder makes it less likely. Mount it to the toilet tank and it will hold three rolls, right where you need them. It takes up very little space so it will work in even the smallest bathroom and comes in seven colors and sizes to fit your toilet and decor. “This worked great in a small bathroom with no other place for extra rolls of TP!” said one reviewer.

56This charger that brings its own cables

This portable charger is an EDC must-have. It is small, light, and easy to toss into a bag or pocket. And you won’t have to remember the cord because Lightning and USB-C cables are both built-in. A loop makes it easy to use your phone while it's charging. Just loop it over a finger. It can power three devices at once and will charge them as you charge it, which means you can charge your entire tech rig from one outlet.

57A trash can you hang where you need it

Hook this hanging trash can over a cabinet in the kitchen so you can sweep scraps into it as you work. Hang it inside the cabinet of a small bathroom to stash the trash in there. Or keep it in the laundry room where it can catch dryer sheets and other debris. The lid folds out of the way, a removable liner saves on trash can liners, and it comes in four colors.

58The slender flashlight with two lights

Drop this rechargeable pocket LED flashlight — with two lights — into your everyday bag or clip it onto a pocket. It’s so small, that you will forget it’s there until you need a light. And then it will throw a bright focused beam at whatever you need to see or create a small lamp of ambient light. The base is magnetic and has three brightness levels and a red and blue strobe for emergencies.

59A clear hand to hold your jewelry

Set this hand-shaped ring holder on your vanity and give yourself a place to drop your rings when you wash your hands. It holds as many rings as you want to adorn it with and turns your bling into decor. It’s also a decorative piece without your jewelry. If you are a jewelry maker this is the perfect way to display your creations.

60This cat night-light that’s so cute you will give it a name

This cat night-light is made from silicone and imbued with so much personality you’d better start thinking of names. Pat it to turn it on, adjust the brightness, and change the color. It’s rechargeable so you can carry it around or set it on a table.