A list so amazing I had to share
I LOVE all of these 20 items so much that I just had to share them with you. They have all changed my life for the better - some in small ways and some in BIG ways. Did I mention they are all $20 or under! Bonus!! (at time of posting this, they are all $20 or under. Please don’t yell at me if the manufacturer raises their price in the future because of hot demand). Also, I’m not alone in loving these cool gadgets as they have thousands of 4-5 star reviews- so scroll down and check them out for yourself…
ps. Some of the links in this post are affiliate links and if you click through to make a purchase I will earn a small commission. Reviews are solely my own and I’m sharing these because of their high quality, usefulness and great price.
The perfect Hard Boiled Egg Cooker
I don’t know about you, but I cannot cook a perfect hard boiled egg to save my life. It’s either undercooked and orangey or over cooked and green - gross! And peeling them is a nightmare. Enter the DASH Egg cooker to save the day. This little gem has completely changed my hard boiled egg game. It cooks eggs (no matter the size) perfectly EVERY SINGLE TIME. The peels come right off too! Even my boyfriend bought one, so you know it’s good.
2. The Handy Dandy Pasta Strainer
Spaghetti is a staple in our house, so it goes without saying that I’m doing a lot of noodle straining. This gadget makes that little task a whole lot easier! I also use it for straining grease when I fry hamburger- normally a task I despise. The best part is when you’re done, into the dishwasher it goes. No more cleaning the starchy sticky goo from the colander - yay!
3. The Eco-Friendly, BPA-Free Reusable Straws with carry case and cleaning tool
I’ll be honest here, what sold me the most on these reusable straws was the cute little carrying case. I’m all for cute - oh yeah, and saving the environment. Let’s not forget that : ) I also love the little collapsable cleaner that comes with it. That’s what always held me back from transitioning to reusable straws- how the heck do you clean them? Well this solves that problem— the cleaning tool works great and if you’re a straw chewer like me, you’re going to love these. Better buy a few if you have kids, they are going to want them.
4. The pain-Releiving Accupressure Gadget
First a disclosure - Thankfully, I do not suffer from chronic migraines, but I do often get a headache about once a month due to my hormone cycle, which can completely ruin my day. This little gem really helps relieve the pain. I also sometimes get joint pain in my knees and it helps with that also. Advil can be costly and can harm your liver if used to often. I can’t promise this plastic grip will help with your pain, but it may be worth a shot.
5. These Reusable Food Storage Bags - also eco-friendly!
While we’re on the subject of saving the planet… Be sure to check out these reusable food storage bags. These are excellent for storing pretty much anything - even liquid. I store and freeze spaghetti sauce in them because they are completely leak proof. Once you convert to these, you will never buy one-use zip-locs again- saving the planet and your wallet.
6. The calming Essential Oil/Hummidifier
This little humidifier is a life saver at night in the winter. It does a great job combating the Mojave desert scape that is my skin and the soft changing colors make it relaxing. I like to add a drop of essential oil to the water to add a fresh scent to the room during the day. You could even stick this in your suitcase to freshen up a hotel room when traveling.
7. The Powerful Milk Frother
This hand held milk frother has rescued me from a very expensive Starbucks addiction. I now make my fancy foamy latte at home saving $4-5 a day. Can I get a high five?! I just brew my coffee, add my flavor or sweetener of choice, pop my half-and-half in the microwave for 30 seconds and froth it for 15-20 seconds with this little bad boy. Oh, did I mention it’s easy to clean too.
8. The Big Sud-making Washing Gloves
You know you’re an adult when you get excited about rubber gloves and using less dish soap. Just a couple squirts of soap on these gloves will wash a sink of dishes because they suds up so well. But the real reason I love these gloves is that I no longer have a stinky kitchen sponge lurking around the kitchen. I just toss these in the dishwasher to sterilize them. So easy! I got a second pair to wash the dog- he loves the doggy massage he gets from the bristles.
9. The Get-your-life-together Purse Organizer
This is one of those life changing products that you want to shout about from the rooftops! Organize everything in your purse so you no longer have to dig through stickers, gum, hand sanitizer, crayons, receipts, snack bars etc. to find your favorite lipstick. And if you want to change purses to match your outfit (yeah, some people actually do that), now you can just lift the insert out of one purse and put it into another - and BOOM you are out the door in a flash. If you’re done wasting time digging through your purse, run - I mean click - and get this now. Available in small, medium and large.
10. These Eye Relieving Blue Light Blocking Glasses
These blue light blocking glasses have added 45 minutes to my day. How you ask? I no longer have to rest my eyes and nap in the afternoon. I am on the computer all day and by 2:00 pm my eyes have had it. I used to have to close my eyes and take a short nap daily. Since I’ve worn these while on the computer, my eyes stay fresh and rested. Now I only nap if I want to, not because I have to ; )
11. The AMAZING Makeup Remover cloth
I don’t know what kind of voodoo magic they put into this makeup remover cloth and I don’t care because it WORKS! This soft, fluffy cloth removes ALL MAKEUP with just water. For you in the back - I said ALL MAKEUP! Even hard to remove eyeliner and mascara. It’s reusable too, which means eco-friendly. Whoot Whoot! Just throw it in the wash after a couple uses. I have a couple of them so when one is in the wash, I have another ready to use. No more makeup remover people. That means $$ saved.
12. The Affordable Bluetooth Ear Buds
I love Apple products, but I am not a fan of having what looks to be like broken cotton swabs hanging out of my ears. I’m also not a fan of their hefty price tag. I just know I would loose one eventually. These stylish buds are soooo much cheaper and IMO look soooo much better at a fraction of the cost of other wireless ear buds. The sound quality is great and the noise reduction feature is a miracle with noisy teenagers in the house. These also meet my cute carrying case requirement.
13. The Oh so glamorous and EASY Magnetic Eye Lashes
Have you ever tried glue on eyelashes? Have you ever failed miserably trying to get them on. The struggle is real right?! Well struggle no more - this AMAZING technology is a game changer. Just use the included magnetic liquid eyeliner, let dry and pop the lashes on. That’s it. They pop right on and stay on all day. I prefer the 3/4 lashes to the full lashes as I think they look a little more natural. But if you want the full glam- go for it girl!
14. The johnny on the spot Teeth Whitening Pen
I love coffee and red wine. I also like white teeth and I really did not want to give up one for the other. Enter these teeth whitening pens. I carry one in my purse to do a spot treatment on the go if needed. If you get used to drinking those especially staining beverages out of a straw (see reusable straws above), your newly whitened teeth will stay nice and white.
15. This super hydrating Hydraluronic Acid Serum
When you get to be of an experienced age such as myself, you get the pleasure of experiencing radically changing hormones all over again. You may experience dry flakey skin and if you’re really lucky you might start breaking out like a teenager. Oh joy (she says sarcastically). This little miracle in a bottle has saved my skin by both adding moisture and removing the acne. I recommend applying it to damp skin and following up with a moisturizer. It’s helped me tremendously, but your results may vary.
16. The darling and functional Thermal Lunch Bag
There are many thermal lunch bags out there, but I think this one is so pretty. It’s a bit larger than an average lunch bag which means more room for lunch and snacks. I love the side pocket too for my phone and keys. No more boring sack lunches and disposable paper bags. Match this with the reusable straws and food storage bags above and you will really be making a difference for the planet.
17. The ultimate ice cream sandwich Mini Waffle Maker
Do you need mini waffles in your life? I say YES. Have you ever had a waffle ice cream sandwich? It is the bomb! Use this cute mini waffle maker and sandwich your favorite ice cream between two waffles for an amazing dessert. You will win the super star mom award with this simple recipe.
18. The flexible Silicone Ice Cube Tray
I don’t have a fridge that makes ice, so I have to use ice trays. I absolutely hate struggling with those hard plastic ice trays. Well the struggle is over since these came into my life. Made of flexible silicone, these trays let you pop the ice right out in a flash. Just look at how many cubes one tray makes - AND there’s a lid, so no more freezer stink in your ice cubes- GENIUS! Get two flexible ice trays for one great price. You’re welcome.
19. The use-them-everywhere Magnetic Tie Twists
I’m sure these colorful magnetic ties will quickly become a staple all around the house. Wrap one around a batch of electrical cords and stick the magnets together to hold in place. I use these everywhere - tying up bags, on the fridge, organizing cords etc. I even keep one in my purse just in case. They are handy as a hair tie in a pinch and the bright colors are so fun.
20. The cutest little Tea Bag Holders
I had to end this list with something that will add a little joy to your life. How cute are these little snail tea bag holders? Sit one of these little guys on your cup, tie your teabag around him and your teabag will never fall into your cup again. Wouldn’t it be fun to have a colorful little friend sitting on your cup? They come in a set of 10 for all your tea loving friends. You can also use them to clip a stack of papers, coupons, bills etc. I tell ya, it’s the little things that spark joy (no offense Marie Kondo).
Thanks for making it to the end of my list. I hope you found something useful here. Pleae share this list on your social channels. I’m sure your friends would love to hear about these great gadgets too!
