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Weird, Hilarious Things That Are Deadass Clever & Under $30
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While spending time online, it’s only inevitable to come across some things you probably don’t need, but definitely want. A sombrero for your wine bottle? Yes, please. A blanket that looks more like a burrito? Naturally a must-have. Oh, and car vent holders for ketchup and ranch, so you can dip on the go? But of course. Here are so many things on Amazon you can add-to-cart right now that are kind of weird, very clever, and definitely LOL-worthy.
1This Fun & Funky Charger Stand For Your Apple Watch
Give your Apple Watch a space to call its own with this adorable dinosaur charger stand. All you have to do is plug in the dino’s charging cable and wrap your watch band around its head. It’s made of soft but durable silicone, so it won’t scratch your wearable device, and is a cute way to store and charge your watch without wires everywhere.
- Available colors: 6
2A Sponge Holder That Looks Like A Climbing Cat
Utilitarian items don’t have to be a snooze — take this sponge holder, for example. This little guy looks to be clawing its way up your sink, but in reality is keeping your scrubber neatly stashed away until the next time you use it. It secures via a suction cup, so you can also just attach it to the wall next to the sink.
3The Headband That Will Make You Smile While You Wash Your Face
Part headband, part adorable snail, this fleece headband securely holds your hair back while you wash your face or apply skin-care products and makeup. It’s soft and comfortable, with an elastic design that stretches up to 12 inches to fit a variety of head sizes. Choose from 11 different fun color combinations.
- Available colors: 11
4This Genius Bottle-Emptying Kit That Helps Prevent Product Waste
If you’re tired of leaving soap, lotion, or other product in the bottom of the container simply because you can’t reach it, this bottle-emptying kit can help. Just flip your bottle upside down and rest it on the tripod base and all the product will sink to the “top,” so you can just squeeze it out. It comes with gaskets and three adapters of different sizes for a leakproof process.
- Available colors: 2
5A Cooling Cap That Keeps You Chill On Hot Days
Every wardrobe needs a trusty baseball cap for bad hair days, sporty styles, and everything in between — but they can get hot. Meet this cooling baseball cap (available in eight colors) that actually uses technology to keep you chill for up to two hours. Also offering UPF-50 protection, the fabric can cool by up to 30 degrees — just wet it, wring it, and wear it.
- Available colors: 8
6A Dog Doorstop That’s Both Cute & Functional
Add some personalized flair to your space with this dog doorstop. This charming pup works in door gaps up to 1 inch high to keep your walkway open and clear. He’s got a rotating head, so he can be positioned to watch you from room to room and he’s even outfitted with a chic faux leather collar.
- Available colors: 3
7This Hinged Nail Polish Holder That Grips To Any Surface
The struggle is real when it comes to DIY manicures, which is why this untippable nail polish holder is genius. The ultimate hack for mess-free manis, it uses gripping technology to secure firmly to any smooth surface — even vertical ones — keeping your nail polish bottle steady at any angle. It fits all nail polish bottles, ensuring a tidy manicure experience with its sturdy, moldable silicone structure.
- Available colors: 6
8A Wine Stopper That Might Put You In The Mood For Enchiladas
Who says wine stoppers have to be boring? This sombrero-shaped one is cute and efficient, keeping your leftover wine fresh and flavorful while serving as a fashion accessory for the bottle, too. Choose from five different styles that are all food-grade, BPA-free and dishwasher safe. You can also use it with your favorite spirit bottles.
- Available options: 5
9This Prehistoric Snack Set For A Statement-Making Party
Spice things up at your next gathering with this snack and dip set. Just nestle your chips into the top of the dinosaur to create the look of terrifying yet delicious spine spikes. It also comes with a matching dish with slots for two different dips — say, guacamole and salsa. Better yet, this set is made from BPA-free material that’s dishwasher safe.
10A Zany Moisturizer Shaped Like A Real Banana
Turn heads as you soften your hands with this banana hand milk in a realistic-looking container. The K-beauty formula uses soothing ingredients like macadamia oil and shea butter to moisturize your hands, as well as potassium-loaded banana extract for even more nourishment. It also boasts a light and refreshing scent that smells like — you guessed it — banana.
11The Nourishing, Brightening Serum Made From Snail Extract
This powerful snail mucin serum is made with 97.5% snail secretion filtrate, and that’s just one of the heavyweight active ingredients. It’s also formulated with hyaluronic acid, which is ultra moisturizing and gives your skin a fresh, plumped look. And thanks to the added vitamin C, it can even create an overall brightening effect.
12This Hilarious Blanket For Wrapping Yourself Up Like A Burrito
Bring a little levity to your lounge time with this tortilla throw blanket. This circular blanket is made from a cozy flannel-fleece material and comes printed with realistic tortilla markings on both the front and back. But if tortillas aren’t your snack of choosing, don’t fret, because it also comes available as a pizza or a waffle.
- Available styles: 6
13The Rose Wine Face Mask That Soothes & Protects Skin
Enjoy a spa experience right on your own couch with this rosé facial sheet mask. Store it in the fridge to enjoy a chilled beauty treatment that’s pumped full of powerful ingredients, like anxioxidant-packed resveratrol and hyaluronic acid for moisturizing and soothing skin. It has a cute pink hue and even smells like strawberries.
14The Brushes That Turn Your Drill Into A Power Scrubber
Tackle deep-cleaning projects without a ton of effort thanks to this power drill brush attachment kit that boasts a 4.6-star overall rating after 19,000 reviews on Amazon. The brushes come with bits that allow you to easily install them onto your existing drill for a powerful, rotating clean. The set comes with four brushes: a small brush for detailing, two larger flat brushes, and a rounded brush for corners.
15These De-Shedding Pet Grooming Gloves That *Easily* Win Over Brushes
These pet grooming gloves save you from pulling out an intimidating dog brush or grooming supplies because it’s covered in de-shedding bristles. They have an adjustable fit, a detangling design, and they’re durable enough to use them with shampoo during bathtime.
16This Cute AF Plant Pot With Arms & Legs
Each of these incredibly cute planters comes with a fun adoption certificate and a cute story about its unique personality, making it a sweet gift for plant lovers or those with green thumbs. These high-quality plastic pots are sturdy and resilient, with removable drainage plugs for hassle-free care. Choose from three different designs.
- Available options: 3
17This 3-Pack Of Exfoliating Cloths For Your Back & More
Measuring more than 35 inches long, these scrubby exfoliating cloths make it easy to get the parts of your back that you can’t reach on your own. They’re made of 100% nylon, can be reused nearly endlessly, and are machine washable to keep them fresh and clean. Your order comes with three cloths.
- Available colors: 4
18This Jar Opener That Saves Serious Elbow Grease
Never struggle to open tight-fitting jars again with this jar opener that mounts discreetly underneath the cabinet. The V-shaped opener is lined in carbon-steel teeth that grip and loosen any jar lid or bottle cap with ease. It takes up no extra space in the kitchen, doesn’t add to clutter, and works without you straining or gritting your teeth.
19These Rugged Claws For Evenly Shredded Meat
Enjoy tender, neatly shredded barbecue with these meat shredder claws. Not only will they make you feel like some sort of wild animal destroying its prey, but they’re also super practical for shredding large volumes of food, since they’re comfortable to grip and the tines are much bigger than forks. Just toss them in the dishwasher when they need a cleaning.
- Available colors: 2
20These Tilting Glasses That Don’t Spill Their Contents
Are these glasses about to tip over and spill or is it an optical illusion? Neither, in fact — these tumbler glasses feature a tilted base that keeps them slightly off balance, without ever spilling. They’re ideal for whiskey, wine, cocktails, and more, and the unique design naturally aerates spirits and amplifies aromas.
21A Silicone Spoon Rest That Looks Like Sauce Splatter
Heat resistant and flexible, this spoon rest looks messy, but really just prevents messes. Use it as a dedicated resting spot for spoons and other cooking utensils to keep your kitchen organized and stylish. It makes a great gift for anyone with a quirky kitchen style or for anyone who just needs more smiles in their life.
22The Sticky Ball That Cleans Your Purse With Ease
If the interior of your bags are as embarrassing as mine are, you’ll love this tiny but mighty purse-cleaning ball. Available in six different colors, it has a hard exterior plastic shell with an inner sticky ball that acts like a lint roller to clean the interior surface of your bag. It effortlessly picks up crumbs and dirt, is easy to rinse off (just use water), and can be used in any bag since it’s smaller than a golf ball.
- Available colors: 6
23A Tulip-Inspired Infuser That Makes Tea Time Even Better
If you prefer loose leaf over sometimes-annoying tea bags, you’ll love this tea infuser and filter in one. Shaped like a tulip, you simply “plant” it in your mug with your favorite tea nestled in the food-safe base. Your drink will steep while being safely contained in a super cute way — plus, it’s BPA-free and dishwasher safe.
- Available options: 8
24This Eyeglasses Holder Shaped Like a Giraffe Because, Why Not?
Guaranteed to make you LOL (or at least I did at first glance), this giraffe-shaped eyeglasses holder is pretty genius. It allows you to rest your favorite specs on its ears, while also being quite cute on its own, too. It’s hand-carved from wood and can be placed on any flat surface like your nightstand, desk, or entryway table.
25These Car Vent Clips For Dipping On The Go
When cravings strike, it doesn’t matter where you are — no nugget or fry should go undipped. Thanks to this two-pack of dip clips, you can have saucy goodness any time. They seamlessly clip onto your car vents, so you can easily access your favorite fast-food sauce cups while on the go, without making a mess.
- Available colors: 4
26The Picky Person-Approved Plate Dividers To Keep Everything Separate
Hate when different foods and flavors on your plate touch? You’re not alone — which is exactly why these plate dividers exist. Not only do they keep food in designated compartments, they also make it easy to scoop up from the sides, too. Available in three different colors, they suction to your plate for a secure fit.
- Available colors: 3
27A Dispenser That Makes Soap Look Like Snail Snot
If you’ve ever wished you could wash your hands with soap from a snail, this snail soap dispenser makes it possible. It dispenses your favorite liquid soaps (and even shampoos and conditioners) with a simple press of the shell, making it look like snail snot. Use it in any sink area that needs a touch of personality.
- Available options: 5
28A Reusable Silicone Fridge Deodorizer That’ll Make You Smile
Sure, you can keep a little box of baking soda in the fridge to keep it smelling fresh — but will it ever make you smile? This mushroom-shaped container is specially designed to hold baking soda (the cap is removable and has holes for aeration). It’s dishwasher safe as well.
- Available colors: 7
29The Genius Towel Clips That Attach To Your Beach Chair
Keep your towel neat and secure, and stop fumbling with folds and wrinkles, thanks to these genius beach towel clips. With a tight grip, each claw-like clip secures your towel to your beach chair or lounger, so it can withstand wind and regular movement without budging too much. You can also use them to dry your towels on a clothesline.
- Available colors: 5
30These Pot Holders For Pasta Lovers
A fun alternative to cloth pot holders, these pasta-shaped grippers are a unique and funky way to handle hot cookware. Made of food-grade silicone, they can withstand the heat of trays and pots right out of the oven, while taking up a lot less space than clunky cloth versions. They’re BPA-free and dishwasher safe, and make for an awesome, cheeky housewarming gift (or gift for yourself).
31A Set Of Stickers That Block Disruptive LED Light Displays
We all know sleeping in a completely dark room is best, but with so many electronics, it can be hard to not get distracted by light displays. Enter: these LED light-blocking stickers. These two sheets of light-dimming stickers can be used over cable boxes, clocks, and so much more, dimming them by 50 to 80% percent, while still allowing you to read the screen. Stick them wherever you want and easily remove them when needed.
32This Dish That Stores *And* Slices Your Butter
For perfectly cut slices every time, store your butter in this butter slicer dish. Instead of having to take out a whole stick and get messy when the recipe calls for it, the sealed butter box makes 5-gram slices that can be easily removed with the included tongs. Store it in the fridge, take what you need, and leave what you don’t.
- Available options: 2
33The Garlic Crusher Inspired By Everyone’s Favorite Vampire
Though garlic is supposed to keep vampires away, in this case they make the perfect pair. Meet Gracula, the cute little kitchen gadget that crushes garlic like no other. Keep the smell off your own hands and ditch the knives or garlic presses and let Count Gracula do the mincing for you — just stick a clove inside and twist. You can even use it on nuts and herbs.
34A Toilet Night-Light That Has Tons Of Settings
Night-lights in a bathroom can help you find your way, but this toilet night-light can lead you to the exact place you’re going. The highly rated item features 16 different colors (choose one or have it rotate between all of them) and it turns on automatically when it’s dark in the room. It has a five-stage dimmer and is easy to clip on to any toilet.
35A Donut-Shaped Cushion That Reviewers Love
Whether you have tailbone pain, sciatica nerve issues, or hemorrhoids, this donut-shaped pillow can be a big help. It has a sloped design to promote circulation in the thighs, a center hole, and a U-shaped gap towards the back to avoid putting pressure on sensitive areas. “I have ordered several seat cushions from Amazon and this one is by far the best. It stays in place and provides a thick layer of cushioning for my office chair,” wrote one fan.
- Available colors: 3
36A Bowl Specially Designed For Cooking Ramen In The Microwave
Get ready to enjoy a delicious meal in just minutes thanks to the microwave ramen bowl that allows you to cook it and eat it, all in one container. It’s made from BPA-free silicone with a convenient handle and leakproof lid that allows you to easily pour off excess liquid through the spout. Even more impressive is that underneath said lid, you’ll find storage for a pair of portable chopsticks.
- Available colors: 8
37A Chic Pair Of Earrings That Look Like Blinged-Out Safety Pins
Add an edgy touch of bling to your look with these safety pin-inspired earrings. At just over 1 inch long, they complement any outfit while standing out *just* enough to turn heads since they look like the real deal — but embellished. They’re hypoallergenic, plated in 14-karat gold, and secure to your ears just as real safety pins would.
- Available finishes: 2
38These Food Huggers That Are Way Better Than Plastic Wrap
Keep your favorite fruits, veggies, and condiments fresher for longer with these silicone food lids. The five-piece set includes assorted sizes of food savers made from stretchy silicone for a tight seal. A greener alternative to plastic cling wrap, they’re BPA-free, phthalate-free, and easy to clean. Reuse them time and time again.
- Available colors: 5
39These Cat Scratch Deterrent Shields That Wrap Around Corners
If your favorite fur ball likes to claw your furniture, this six-pack of shields is a great solution. The set adheres gently yet firmly to any furniture and comes with option screw-in pins. It can easily be wrapped around corners as well.
40This Colorful Egg Timer For A Perfectly Cooked Breakfast
Even the pickiest egg connoisseur won’t be able to complain thanks to this color-changing egg timer that gets it right every single time. Just place the timer in your boiling water along with your eggs, and watch it change colors, then remove the eggs once they’ve reached your desired doneness. It pretty much guarantees you’ll get a perfect boil, whether you’re making one or six or 12 eggs.
- Available color: 6
41A Washing Cage For Your Baseball Hats
Now you can clean your caps without worrying about maintaining their shape, thanks to this hat washing cage. The cage accommodates one hat per wash, keeping its bill and overall form intact, whether you put it in the dishwasher or clothes washer. It’s easy to use, with four secure clips on each side, and is made from durable, sturdy plastic.
42This Pop-Up Pizza Storage Solution With Dividers For Slices
Stop wasting plastic wrap or aluminum foil on clunky pizza slices and uses these reusable pizza storage containers instead. Designed specifically for triangular slices, the collapsible containers can expand to fit pieces up to 18 inches wide. For multiples, pop out the container and use the divider trays. The BPA-free container is dishwasher and microwave safe.
- Available colors: 12
43The Night-Light Shaped Like A Duck Lying Down Because, Why Not?
A definite spin on traditional lighting, this night-light is shaped and colored like a duck lying flat on your nightstand, desk, or wherever else you place it. Great for kids at heart, it’s made of flexible silicone. It emits a warm LED light that’s gentle on eyes and is soft and squishy to play with, too.
44A Bathtub For Your Soap That’s Just So Cute
Keep your sink surfaces clean and your soap in top condition by resting it on this chic little soap dish that looks like a claw-foot tub. Available in six colors, including classic white and bright orange, the ceramic dishes don’t take up too much space, while their cute shape makes an adorable addition to any bathroom or kitchen. Each dish has drainage holes at the bottom, too.
45This Handy Helper For Breading Your Favorite Foods
Whether you’re whipping up breaded chicken or delicious crumb-coated appetizers, the original Better Breader bowl makes it a whole lot easier and less messy, too. The kit even comes with all the tools you need to make a delicious onion blossom, including a slicing guide for easy-to-grab pieces.
46These Cable Clips To Keep Everything Tidy & Charged
Keep your essential charging cords and cables organized and right where you need them, thanks to this 12-pack of silicone cable clips. Shaped like feel-good thumbs up, the set includes colorful holders that secure to any surface with a strong, non-damaging adhesive. Clip your cables in when you need them, and easily remove them when you don’t.
- Available options: 12
47A Cat-Shaped Mug Warmer That Also Works On Candles
With three temperature settings to fit your needs, this cat-shaped mug warmer will be a go-to to keep your favorite beverage at temp on busy days. But it has other uses, too — stick a candle on the surface to gently melt the wax to release the scent into the air. It automatically shuts off after eight hours for safety as well.
- Available options: 12
48The Wine Puzzle That Makes You Work For Your Vino
An awesome gift for wine lovers and game nights, this wooden wine puzzle is available in six different models. Crafted from premium wood, it holds a bottle of wine, but requires problem-solving skills to open it prior to imbibing. It’s a great ice-breaker or boredom buster — combining the fun of a puzzle with a chic storage solution.
- Available models: 6
49This Pair Of Eye-Catching Wine Bottle Holders
This pair of wine bottle holders will always garner a second glance — they look like wine spilling from your bottle. The set comes with one white and one red wine version. They’re earned an impressive 4.7-star overall rating on Amazon.
50This Adorable Nessie-Themed Tea Steeper & Mug Set
Gift-worthy and oh-so-cute, this set comes with a Nessie-themed mug and silicone tea infuser to match. The cup is made of steel and the tea infuser is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. It comes in two colors in the listing (and you can get the steeper separately as well).
- Available colors: 2
51These Hydrocolloid Pimple Patches With 25,000+ 5-Star Reviews
Stop picking at pimples and heal them with these genius hydrocolloid patches. They work to gently extract gunk overnight, leaving you with a flatter, less-angry spot in the morning. The pack comes with 20 patches that are translucent — so you can even wear them out and about, if desired.
52A Laundry Tool For Transferring Clothes From The Washer To The Dryer
Hate dropping socks on the floor when tranferring laundry between the washer and dryer? The Laundry Turtle is your answer. Available in small and large, it lets you transport your clothes effortlessly from front-loading machines in one fell swoop — just spin it around to gather everything. It’s collapsible for storage in between uses.
- Available sizes: 2
53This Can Insulator That Looks Like A Parka
Keep your cold drinks cold — but looking warm and cozy — with this canned beverage insulator that looks like a down jacket. It’s made with two layers of thermal insulation and has a rubberized base for nonslip stability. Use it for your favorite soda, beer, or seltzer cans and choose from seven different colors to suit your style.
- Available colors: 7
54This Dog Treat Maker You Can Use For Your Pet (Or Yourself)
Make eight bone-shaped dog treats of any kind in minutes using this dog treat maker. Or you can use it to make the cutest pancakes for yourself. It had a BPA-free nonstick coating and comes with a recipe book for ideas of what dog-safe treats you can whip up.
- Available colors: 2
55This Cute Drain Cover For Deeper Baths
Enjoy deeper baths thanks to this adorable octopus-shaped drain cover. It’s available in six colors in the listing and has eight suction cups along the bottom to tightly cling to your tub, adding an extra 3 to 4 inches of water.
- Available colors: 6
56This Measuring Spoon Set That Also Separates Eggs
While this may look like an adorable measuring spoon set (which it is), there’s more to it. The green leaf attachment can actually be used to separate eggs without breaking the yolks. Even better, the set is dishwasher safe as well.
57This Inflatable Plane Footrest That Comes With A Mask & Ear Plugs
Up your comfort on your next flight with this three-in-one set. It comes with a genius inflatable footrest that’s easy to carry along and set up, as well as a set of ear plugs, and an eye mask for sleeping. One shopper wrote, “The best purchase I have made for traveling. [...] It [took] me about 1 minute to fully blow it up, and less then a minute to collapse it at the end of my 13.5 hour flight. It folded nicely back into the [bag] it comes in.”
- Available colors: 4
58This Funny Ice Cube Tray That Reviewers Also Use For Chocolate
Shoppers love gifting this denture-themed ice tray — but they admit to using it at home on the regular as well. “I saw where someone used these with watermelon juice and almond milk. I tried this and after frozen they looked just like false teeth. Everyone loved these and were shocked at first. They look so real floating in the drink it made people stop to look at what was in the drink. A lot of laughs,” wrote one shopper. Reviewers also report using the tray with chocolate and candy melts for dental-themed desserts.
59A Cute Set Of Highlighters That Look Like Little Candies
Add a little excitement to your office or school supplies with these candy highlighters. The set of four includes assorted colors — blue, yellow, pink, and orange — with each highlighter designed to look like an individually wrapped candy. Simply remove the cap and they will work just like a regular highlighter.
60This Easy-To-Install Handle For Your Toilet Seat
Does touching your toilet seat give you the ick? This Lifty Loo handle is designed to give you a clean place to put your hand instead when you’re lifting and lowering the seat. Available in two designs (blue tile and white), the durable plastic handle comes with assorted 3M adhesive for easy installation, whether your seat’s lid is flat or curved underneath.
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