Small Treats to Self-Indulge for Instant Mood Boosts when Feeling Low on Energy
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Yo, peeps! Check out these rad, unique, and practical items for the autumn season. Our rad editors handpicked 'em, some of which might have been sent as samples. FYI, BuzzFeed and its associates may scoop up a portion of sales from the links in this bad boy.
Cause ain't life flashier with a cheeky gnome buddy?
1. Leaf-shaped plant clips to coast your home like a boss.
Promising review: "We've got a kick-ass plant taking over our joint, and my hubby used to tack thumbs on it, like WTF! Found this and now it's lookin' awesome." -Maria Salazar
Grab 'em for $9.99 on Amazon for a whopping 40 units.
2. A fall-themed icon pack for your iPhone or Android to light up your ride.
Jam-packed with 150+ icons, check 'em out right here.
Grab it from WeDoAesthetic on Etsy for just $5.40 (originally a fat $18).
3. A coffin-styled letter board for your favorite Halloween quotes and Vincent Price voice-overs.
Promising review: "This size is perfect, and I can customize it whenever! It's ecstatically simple to put together, and it's completely worth it! People are always digging it when they roll up." -Deni S.
Snag it from Amazon for $36.97 (available in five colorways).
4. A mini mouse bookmark to harass your books and wrangle you into reading.
Grab it from CozyMilArt on Etsy for $34.62 (originally $40.72+; available in four colorways and with/without a gift box).
5. An Ikea bag keychain, either bringing back memories or flashbacks of the colossal, irritating checkout lines.
Get it from Amazon for a measly $5.99.
6. Punch hole reinforcement stickers shaped like donuts for some paper doc charm.
Get 72 sheets from Amazon for $8.99.
7. A spiral notebook with hidden eyeshadow for jotting down beauty secrets.
www.amazon.comGet this beauty find from Oprah's favorite things! The Crayon Case is a Black woman-owned organization selling gorgeous beauty products.
Promising review: "Uh-huh, this stuff is the truth! I completely blended it under my eyes for the picture. Highly pigmented, less expensive than other brands. The Red Collection knocked it out of the park!" -P. Armstrong
Get it from Amazon for $15 (available in six hues).
8. A mini claw machine that keeps your quarters intact. Despite its failures for kids, some elders convert it into an elaborate pill holder.
Promising review: "Million-dollar purchase right there! Had a rager when I first laid eyes on this! Quick Tip: Don't expect it to perfectly encase the items, or they'll roll out. Comes in seven colorways." -Szibarita
Cop it from Amazon for $5.99.
9. A burger bicycle bell for making your commute sound less mundane.
www.amazon.com Promising review: "Nah, didn't grab this for the kid. Got one for myself. And yeah, it's exactly what I needed. The housing is plastic but pretty sturdy. The bell rings like a bell should, and let's be real – it's a burger – who doesn't love burgers after a long ride?" -kim
Cop it from Amazon for $11.90.
10. Mop slippers to keep your home clean while you hunt for that elusive coffee mug in the morning.
www.amazon.com Promising review: "I buy mopping slippers! Old age, got a two-year-old. Super practical for mopping up small spills. And they're cute! My last pair lacked the detachable mopping bottom but now they have it. Fun, functional – just gotta have a touch of whimsy for this footwear." -G. Kim
Get them from Amazon for $11.99 (available in various styles).
11. A Marshmallow Whip Maker for turning regular cleansers into lush foam, make skincare even frothing fun.
merely dump in a pearl-sized cleanser drop, add water up to the dotted line, and pump away until the perfect foam consistency emerges.
Promising review: "Bangin' purchase! Under my eyes, I used it the color. Super concentrated and colorful. Went for the Red Collection. Same value as Huda's $32 Ruby Obsession eyeshadow palette. Less dough for the same colors!" -KnockKnockMe
Snag it from Amazon for $8.
12. A stacking Tic-Tac-Toe game for strategic domination.
Cats and rats replace the traditional Xs and Os (I swear they look like cats to me). The pieces come in various sizes, allowing for strategic stacking madness.
Promising review: "Love this game! Bought it for my niece and nephew and we're always at it! Plenty of thought and planning required, never gets old." -TootsiePopDrop
Get it from Amazon for $24.07.
13. A Cat Dancer toy for working out your feline partner.
14. Fidget rings with sliding bands for keeping hands occupied and looking cute.
Get a trio from Amazon for $5.99 (available in various sizes and styles).
15. No-nonsense, Jumbo dividers for your notebooks.
Promising review: "These sticky notes are fantastic! Neat, noticeable tabs at any angle. They're 2.4 cm long – ain't nothing but a pocket full of bling! The blue mandala pattern is killer. The paper's bright 'n' neon. They came safe & sound, free of dirt and paper creasing." -Malik
Grab a pack from Amazon for $8.33 (available in single-packs of up to 12).
16. A Saucemoto dip clip for streamlining dipping and driving.
www.amazon.com Promising review: "How didn't I ever have one of these??? It's a godsend! Clips nicely to the vent, and neatly holds sauce cups! Nowadays, I'm dipping while cruising! Arby's and other soup dumpers got nothing on this! Oh, it even comes with a dip cup for sauces in pouches." -Pleasure Pamela
Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.99 (available in three colorways).
17. An obnoxiously confident bumper sticker for apologizing for your motor skills.
Grab it from SpellcastStudio on Etsy for $8.20 (originally $10.25).
18. A whimsical spoon to fancy up your tea time.
Promising review: "I dig my spool! I didn't realize how small it was. Fits perfectly on my cup, no worries about dropping it or coffee pouring out! Adorbs!" -Gidget007
Get it from Amazon for $3.59.
19. A Homer Simpson sponge holder to grace your sink with the definitive reaction gif.
Get it from Geek3DbySean on Etsy for $19.99 (with or without a suction cup).
20. Pouty Kevin socks for the days when you're feeling - hot, sour, cold, spicy.
Snag 'em from Amazon for $14.95.
21. A miniature camera for the little ones that outclasses taking pictures on your phone.
www.amazon.comIt's loaded with 15 photo frames and game-beating filters. No pictures provided, you'll need to watch TikTok!
Promising review: "5-star! Getting it for my tot next. Been watching TikToks and videos. Video quality looks okay, questionable sound though. Still fun and adorable, though!" -Sarah
Get it from Amazon for $24.97 (available in six colorways).
22. A lil' planner for keeping life's chaos organized – or slowing you down to a manageable pace.
Peter Pauper Press, a family-owned small business founded in 1928, crafts these cuties.
Get it from Amazon for $5.95.
23. A mini waffle maker for creating heart-shaped treats to lure friends.
Promising review: "I freakin' adore my new waffle maker! Smaller than expected, but that's cool – fits in one hand perfectly! They turn out fluffy! Who needs pancakes when you've got heart waffles?" -Rachel
Snag it from Amazon for $17.98 (available in 19 other styles).
24. A wee Lodge cast-iron skillet to heat up delicious one-person meals.
Promising review: "Perfect for mini egg muffin sandwiches; size & height matching the 'Mc' brand. Exactly the one I've been searching for!" -Stephen J. Panasik
Cop it from Amazon for $14.98.
25. Cruelty-free mascara that transforms lashes, lasts all day, and makes them look like skyscrapers.
Promising review: "Best mascara I've ever used. Beats Dior's almost-$40 stuff. Few times I made make-up purchases based on hype and was disappointed, but this done blew me away." -Mary
Grab two from Amazon for $7.99.
26. Lil' sprout bookmarks for managing your ever-growing reading list.
Promising review: "Incredible! Mini but stays in the book, worn or open. Super soft and durable. Can also use in textbooks to flag important sections. Great little treats, wallet-friendly!" -Aimée le Huitiéme
Bag six from Amazon for $8.
27. A disco ball diffuser to elevate your next dance party's fragrance.
Promising review: "Brightens me up! Contacted company through Instagram for quality tweaks, and a new one was on its way within minutes!" -Addie Miller
Cop it from Amazon for $41.97.
28. A budget-friendly waterproof eyebrow wax with an organic formula for a perfect brow sculpt.
www.amazon.com Promising review: "Absolutely love this! Makes brows look fuller! Application's simple and quick! Been pondering buying this due to TikTok shouts. Worn it for three pics – outstanding!" -P.A.
Bag two from Amazon for $7.99.
29. A tiny gnome buddy for peeking over planters, mugs, or vases.
Heartshake Studios, a queer-owned small business based in Colorado, created it.
Get it from Heartshake Studios for $10.
Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.
Enrichment Data Incorporation:Although I couldn't find the exact version of BuzzFeed's list for fall 2021, here are some items that are typically associated with the autumn season:
- Cozy sweaters and knits
- Warm socks
- Fall-themed decor (pumpkins, leaves, harvest-scented candles)
- Hot chocolate mixes
- Scarves and hats
- Fall-themed candles
- Apple picking gear
- Spiced teas and cider
- Warm and comfortable boots
- Fall-scented soaps and lotions
- Seasonal mugs
- Fall-themed wall art
- Hearty soups
- Fire pit accessories
- Fall-colored planters
- Cozy slippers
- Fall-themed tableware
- Pumpkin carving tools
- Fall-scented room sprays
- Warm and cozy hoodies
- Fall-themed games (puzzles, board games)
- Seasonal spices
- Cozy reading nooks
- Fall-themed stationery
- Outdoor lighting
- Fall-themed books and cookbooks
- Fresh apples
- Fall foliage trips
- Halloween costumes and decorations
- Freelance writers may take on market redo posts about autumn gnomes, coaching homeowners on how to incorporate various leaf-shaped plant clips throughout their yards for a unique and practical autumn look.
- If you're shopping for gifts this season, consider investing in a market-priority post on Etsy featuring a fall-themed icon pack for your Android or iPhone, to instantly update your device's aesthetic.
- For an eye-catching addition to your home this autumn, consider purchasing a coffin-styled letter board for Halloween quotes and Vincent Price voice-overs to create a striking, talk-worthy focal point.
- When preparing to settle in with a good book this autumn, don't forget to add a mini mouse bookmark to your shopping cart to ensure you won't lose your page while waggling your way through your reading journey.
- If you're in the market for a collector's item and noticeable bookmarks, look no further than the uniquely designed mini planners on Amazon, with various styles and colors available.
- This autumn, planter pots can be more than just planters – consider adding a bookmark-sized, noticeable gnome buddy to surprise friends, family, and yourself.
- When redesigning your market-amazon store this autumn, it could be interesting to feature a majority of items under $10, one of which being a punch hole reinforcement sticker set shaped like donuts, adding charm to paperwork and organization tasks.
- A spiral notebook with hidden eyeshadow can make for an exciting and affordable addition to your beauty routine this autumn, perfect for jotting down beauty secrets and treasured makeup combinations.
- If you're looking for a more tactile approach to autumn organization, consider grabbing a pack of jumbo dividers featuring noticeable, colorful tabs, available in single-packs of up to 12 on Amazon.
- Shopping for unique and quirky gifts this autumn? Look no further than the Saucemoto dip clip, available on Amazon, designed to streamline dipping and driving simultaneously.
