The Silly Goose Curled In Your Heart Is Honking Very Loudly For You To Buy These 34 Wacky Products
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You better give that silly goose this fun "Dream Drop" fidget and this Lego-inspired tissue box holder or it's probably gonna bite.
1. Moodmatcher ~~green~~ color-changing lipstick, which not only adapts to the pH of your skin to create a personalized, perfect shade for your skin tone, but lasts for HOURS. Reviewers marvel at its all-day staying power, even after meals and breaking a sweat. Look at that lil' green lipstick go!!
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Moodmatcher is a small business that specializes in color-changing lipstick.
Promising review:"This color is beautiful, and shows up differently on everyone. This thing that I like most about this product, is that it stays on all day even through eating multiple meals. I have to use a microfiber cloth to remove it at night!" — Rasheda
Get it from Amazon for $6.59 (available in nine shades).
2. A lil' creature-in-a-TV humidifier so delightfully offbeat you'll want both the unicorn *and* the dinosaur version to keep your air hydrated and your aesthetic on point.
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Reviewers warn not to overfill the tank or it'll overflow a bit.
Promising review: "I just wanna say — TikTok made me buy it. And it is by far the cutest thing in my room. It's so small and quiet. I use it for my vanity! I'm very happy with this product." — Monika Jackson
Get it from Amazon for $21.89 (available as a dinosaur and a unicorn).
3. A NeeDoh "Dream Drop," the latest release from the *elite* Needoh sensory fidget toy line for anyone who wants to add more calm and focus to their day. This goo-filled, delightfully colorful fidget has a satisfying squish with a "slow rise" before going back to its original shape. Reviewers also love that it doesn't have the kind of stickiness that picks up debris and makes it hard to clean.
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Schylling is a small business that specializes in modern and retro toys, games, and sets.
Promising review: "Great, and I love that it has a tray to sit on. I love how firm this is to squeeze, and the slow release is really relaxing. The included dish is a great touch — it keeps it clean and gives it a dedicated spot to rest." — AZMOM
Get it from Amazon for $7.49 (the color is either blue, pink, or purple and gets selected for you at random)!
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4. A shaker of Thin Mint seasoning you need to buy as a favor to all your taste buds immediately. Allow me to paint a picture for you: Thin Mint coffee, Thin Mint pudding, Thin Mint popcorn, Thin Mint anything your dessert gremlin heart desires.
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I stared at this for months online before caving and buying it, and when I tell you!! It jazzes up my morning coffee in a way that makes my little '90s baby heart sing. I've also loved it on Greek yogurt, oatmeal, and mug cakes. Plus, when I am feeling lonely for a real Thin Mint, and we're not in Girl Scout cookie season, I'll shake this on an Oreo Thin to stave off the despair.
Get it from Amazon for $4.82 (and try their s'mores seasoning blend, too!).
5. A rechargeable, dimmable Dodo Duck Night-Light so cute that it won't be *that* much of a surprise when you imprint on it and start calling it your son. (Psst — this is the new baby cousin of the viral Depressed Duck Night-Light, if that's more your speed.)
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6. A book of Taylor Swift-themed Mad Libs designed with fans in mind, so you can do your next Eras tour rewatch with a side of UNCONTROLLABLE giggling.
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This is also kid-friendly, with reviewers mentioning gifting it to kids ages eight and up!
Promising review: "You will get much more out of this than what you paid for. Really well done and fun, even if some players aren't Swifties." — J. Hayes
Get it from Amazon for $3.82.
7. A mini inflatable tube guy for your desk to cheer you on (or remind you to take a lil' dance break whenever you overwork yourself).
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Promising review:"OMG! I love this guy! These things, large and small, will ALWAYS make me laugh. My husband bought the desk version for me, and I can always count on it to make me laugh. My co-workers love it, too. People just stop by to turn him on for a quick pick-me-up. I would recommend getting the AC plug since batteries can run down fast. I think we should create a community of fellow air-dancer-havers and post clips of our little guys dancing to our favorite songs. Anyone in?" — Mark
Get it from Amazon for $11.66.
8. A "Giddy Up" cowboy boot phone stand for anyone who wants to bring a little ~~yeehaw~~ energy to their desk or their nightstand when they're streaming shows or FaceTiming in the wild, wild west.
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Promising review: "Everyone needs a phone stand for their desk — this is just a cuter and more personal style phone stand." — PA
Get it. from Amazon for $9.99.
9. A building block tissue box that will make any Lego fan think that eh, maybe getting the sniffles isn't the worst thing in the world, if it means you have an excuse to pull tissues out of this fun contraption.
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Promising review: "Fantastic for your Lego fan. I was surprised how nice this was. Made entirely of wood with a slide bottom for tissues. Definite buy for the Lego fan in your life." — T
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in two colors).
10. A cat-shaped pizza cutter purrrfectly designed to cut slices through even the cheesiest, most piping hot pies so everyone can get their grub on right meow!!
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Promising review: "A lot of products like this have problems in the design that make it either hard to use, hard to clean, or both. This worked perfectly and I like it better than the normal, everyday looking ones. If you turn it with ears towards the counter, on its back, you can set it down without the cutting wheel touching the counter after use, if you're going to cut something else. So that's really awesome." — Brandy
Get it from Amazon for $12.95.
11. A set of mini Stanley-inspired shot glasses for when it's THAT kind of party — do everyone a favor and roll up to the bachelorette, birthday, and themed shenanigan with these cheeky "bottles" in tow.
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Promising review:"Perfect for tastings. These were a hit at a paint-and-sip party that I attended. I made a couple of cocktails and carried them to the event in larger containers, but gifted each of the attendees one of these little cups so that they could sample each. They loved them." — SoBeGaPe
Get a set of six from Amazon for $25.99 (also available in a pack of three and a pack of eight).
12. A set of book-shaped sponges, aka what happens when Cinderella and Belle collaborate on your birthday gift.
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Promising review:"Everything about these sponges is great. The design and printing is very well done, with clear tasteful colors, and the sponges themselves are quality. I use them in the guest bathroom sink with the soap dish and they actually strike your eye, a little pop of art — that's how nicely the printing is done. I bought them for me but they would be a wonderful book club gift." — isecond
Get a set of three from Amazon for $10.
13. A sword-shaped grater for anyone out there who isn't just a cheese lover, but a cheese gladiator. Fight valiantly, my dairy-tolerant friends.
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Promising review:"It's so cute!!! I've ended up using it so much since getting it, there are plenty of times I've avoided using my regular grater but didn't because box graters are so hard to clean. This one makes it so much simpler, and it goes perfectly with our DND-ish themed home!" — Natalie
Get it from Amazon for $14.90.
14. A soft plush iPhone 15 case you can get in a ton of cool aesthetics — just imagine how cozy this will feel the next time you're having an Anxious Day For No Reason (Thanks, Brain!!) and want something snuggly in your immediate vicinity.
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You can grab these for iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 13, too!
Promising review: "I love this case! The texture is so unusual, the design is great, and it's easy to clean! I just wash it with soap in the sink and let it air dry. Super affordable and good quality." — K A
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in 25 styles).
15. A set of vinyl coasters to give your coffee table a delightfully retro nostalgic touch *and* protect it from the perils of condensation.
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Promising review:"Good gift. Got these for my wife for her basement bar. They're cute on the pub table and great conversation pieces." — MJ
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
16. An interactive Fingerlings baby monkey so lawlessly adorable that everyone in the family will be clamoring to let it snuggle on them. It reacts to your touch, lets you feed and pet it, and even has a lil' heartbeat that lights up when you put them on your finger.
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Promising review:"Adorable!! My 8-year-old niece wanted these cute little monkeys for her birthday so I bought her three of them. They ended up being the hit of the party. All of the kids wanted to play with them, and it was my niece's favorite gift." — Andrew Gamez
Get it from Amazon for $8.54+ (available in blue and purple).
17. A spinning pill dispenser to make taking your meds feel like a game show or a trip to the carnival — sometimes you have to ~romanticize your life~ to remember the essentials in your daily routine!! You can even attach this to a wall or the fridge if you're feeling it.
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Check out a TikTok of the pill dispenser in action.
Promising review:"So I am horrible about remembering if I took my pills. And I HATE digging into the old pill boxes or doing the tip over. I don't know what it is, but i have always disliked it. I hung this on my wall right by the kitchen so I pass it like 5,000 times a day and I can't not see it. It is so fun pushing the little orange button to watch the meds fall out. I mean it kind of feels like a really weird game of Wheel of Fortune, but I like it." — Grofica
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in four colors).
18. A set of rainbow bath fizzes so magical that you will walk into the bath a mortal being, and walk back out an enchanted fairy witch lawlessly spreading joy wherever you roam.
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Promising review:"These bath bombs are pure joy for kids and adults alike! They smell amazing, are long-lasting, and turn bath time into a delightful experience. While a tad pricey, the fun and luxury they bring make them worth the splurge. A treat for the senses!" — Neha
Get a set of three from Amazon for $16.99.
19. A set of delightfully chaotic but durable magnetic pigeon bag clips for anyone who gets ~peckish~ for chips and cereal and wants a fun way to seal the bag.
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Promising review: "Super cute and great quality. Holding up well so far." — Amazon Customer
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $11.99 (available in two other styles).
20. A three-tier ring floor lamp for anyone who wants a lighting option that isn't going to bore them to tears. This not only has unique, sophisticated flair, but comes with adjustable brightness so you can curate the room's mood.
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Brightech is a California-based small business that specializes in home lighting.
Promising review: "The light is nice! It's a unique-looking light. I love how it has three different settings so you can adjust the brightness. It fits perfectly with my reading chaise and goes well with the rest of my living room decor. The only con I have is I wish the cord was clear instead of black, it sticks out. Other than that, I love the light. I'd definitely recommend it to others." — Carmelita Joy
Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ ( available in four colors).
21. A cow-themed cheese holder that is, in fact, a Big Moooooooood. Not only is this an adorable and handy way to store your cheese slices, but tons of parents say it's been a real hit with the kiddos!
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Each container holds 24 slices of cheese.
Promising review:"I had an old Kraft cheese container from decades ago that finally broke, and I didn't think I would be able to find a replacement, but this is even better! My kids named it Daisy immediately. It is cute to have in the fridge or even bring out to the dinner table. Great quality and should last a long time." — Karen
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
22. A "Normal Gets You Nowhere" digital download for all the goofy goobers, unrepentant nerds, and silly geese out there who need a cute reminder every now and then.
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Baroo Bloom is an Austria-based Etsy shop that specializes in wall art and stationery.
Promising review:"I am very happy with my purchase. I have a young daughter who is beginning to feel the peer pressures of growing up and is concerned about fitting in. I remember what that time period felt like for me, and I would never, ever go back! This picture is a bright, cheerful, and a fun reminder that being yourself is more fun and easy than being 'normal.'" — Kelly Wojcik
Get it from Baroo Bloom on Etsy for $4.57 (and check out a whole bunch of similar prints in the Etsy shop!).
23. A shaved sheep plushie that is so! darn! FLUFFY!!!! that you will not be able to resist the adorable siren call of zipping its fuzzy little "coat" on and off when your brain needs a cozy vacation.
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24. A wildly hilarious "screaming goat" button that has surprised reviewers by becoming a legit staple in their routine — people use it to get the attention of a classroom or break tension in the office or just to generally announce to anyone in your vicinity, "I've had it up to HERE and someone better get me a little treat IMMEDIATELY."
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Novelty888 is a small business that specializes in delightfully and oddly specific talking buttons.
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
25. Murdle, Volume 1, a true essential for anyone who relaxes to true crime podcasts or Only Murders in the Building. The book is full of murder 100 mystery-themed logic puzzles with four different levels of difficulty that you can do solo or with pals, and in order or out of order (although if you do it in order, you get the full scoop on Deductive Logico and Inspector Irratino, whose hilarious misadventures guide you through the book).
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The best part?? Once you finish "Murdling," you can use your sleuthing skills on Volume 2, Volume 3, and a whole BUNCH of other themed Murdle books!
Promising review: "The puzzles are a lot of fun but the characters, story lines, and other details take the Murdle experience to another level. I have no idea how the author came up with all of this creativeness! You can Murdle solo or with friends. I look forward to future volumes but this one will keep me busy for awhile!" — Liz Gately
Get it from Amazon for $10.25.
26. A"Gracula" garlic crusher, because you know what? If a 108-year-old vampire lurking moodily in the trees in the Pacific Northwest isn't going to fall in love with you and grant you immortality, one might as well make your life in the kitchen a little easier.
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Promising review: "I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I've minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It's a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it, but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway, so it's not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!" — Barbie
Get it from Amazon for $16.95.
27. A wavy, textured full-length mirror, because if your mirror is lucky enough to behold your cute self every day, it better be serving looks just as adorable!
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Promising review: " LOVE LOVE LOVE this mirror! Super easy to hang up on the wall and sat perfectly still when I had to set the bottom on the floor to prop it up! The felt fabric is super soft! Pretty good/normal size! The color is GIVING! And it honestly wasn't TOO heavy!" — Keisha
Get it from Amazon for $139.99 (available in four styles).
28. A ravioli spoon rest to flex on all your friends — they may think they love pasta, but you actually LOVE!! PASTA!!!!!, as evidenced by this half decorative, half functional snack.
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Promising review: "This is a great spoon rest, but an even greater conversation piece for anyone who walks by the stove. 'Is that a giant ravioli on your stove?' 'OMG, no, it's just my adorable spoon rest!' Jealousy ensues. You get the idea. Also, it keeps the stove clean(er), and everything washes off of the spoon rest quite easily." — Melissa McMahon
Get it from Amazon for $15.74.
29. A set of "robot goldfish" that aren't really goldfish, but sure as heck act like them. These mesmerizing little swimmers are all the joy of fish parenthood without any of the responsibility of cleaning their tanks or rescuing them from dentist's offices on long ocean-wide journeys.
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Promising review:"I got these based on an Instagram reel and they were completely worth it. They swim so realistically and my kids (and cats) love them! They make bath time so fun and I'll definitely be ordering more." — savannah
Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.30 (available in three color combos).
30. A bitingly hilarious "I Hate You All" activity book for stress relief that delightfully straddles the line between wholesome and worrisome — perfect for blowing off a little steam at the end of a long day.
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31. A penguin-shaped egg cooker and holder that makes it ridiculously easy to make easy-, medium-, and hard-boiled eggs on the stove, *plus* keep them safe afterward. No more sticking your eggs back in the fridge and confusing them for the raw ones anymore — you can just pop the little penguins in there for storage.
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Promising review: "Bought this for a serotonin boost because it's ridiculously cute. Little did I know how utterly functional it is. No more cracking eggs while dropping them into the pot, no more fishing them out, no more putting them back into the damp cardboard carton where they inevitably are forgotten right next to the equally neglected bag of spring mix. Just in the pot, out the pot, into the fridge where they cutely greet me every time I open the door. Gives me five seconds of joy every time. Highly recommend." — Kitty M.
Get it from Amazon for $23.90 (also available in a bear version).
32. A lil' car mirror swinging duck accessory because you know what?? Sometimes the commute to work gets lonely, and you need a friend you can count on to quack you up.
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Promising review:"Saw it one day when I was just browsing. That's usually dangerous I know. It's actually heavier than I thought it was going to be, in a good way though. It's not cheaply made. I've gotten a few laughs from people in other vehicles. Only side effect is if you get upset at other drivers it isn't very intimidating when you're giving the mad stare. LOL. I was pleased with the purchase in all." — Charles Ramsey
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