30 Cute Little Treats That'll Give You A Little Thrill
A windproof lightsaber lighter so you can use The Force to ensure you're never stuck on the dark side of things. Although it does glow red, so maybe not... At least they have cookies!
An 18-karat gold-plated mood ring that's an adult spin on the version you picked out after a particularly traumatizing dentist visit. Now you can enjoy a color-changing ring *without* getting a cavity filled to earn it.
A Stitch-shaped Scrub Daddy so you can clean up after your own experiments in the kitchen. Like the original, it's stiff when cold and squishy when warm, making it a real monster at scrubbing!
An adorable ladybug pin in case you need to manufacture some extra luck. Pop one on your lapel, hat, tote, or wherever else needs a tiny companion.
A pocket library complete with mini books (including classics like It, The Hobbit, and Catcher in the Rye). Give it a shake to satisfy your lust for destruction, then meditatively put them back on their shelves when you need a little screen break.
Squishy Goliath Jelly Blox you've likely seen in many ASMR videos, and with good reason. The blocks connect like Duplos, but with the added bonus of not hurting your foot if you step on one. Stretch 'em, play with the encased confetti-like pieces, and then build a gummy-like castle worthy of Candyland.
A variety pack of freeze-dried Skittles that honestly has me drooling just by looking at them. (The CHOKEHOLD that Wildberry Skittles has on me...) Unlike their chewy counterparts, these puffy treats start crunchy and then melt in your mouth.
A viral "Soft" perfume rollerball for anyone who wants people to think of them and think "yum." Reviewers compare this ~$5 fragrance to caramel, lemon cupcakes, warm vanilla scones, and cotton candy.
A set of vintage-inspired spoons — if these aren't cottagecore, I don't know what is. Set them out at your next tea party and let the compliments roll in. Praise for your good taste? Sweeter than two lumps of sugar.
A miniature Stanley tape measurer keychain so you no longer have to wonder how tall something is and try to guesstimate with your hands. This would come in clutch when furniture shopping or calling out a date for lying about their height (JK, JK).
McCormick's Potato Topping Seasoning to amp up an otherwise bland side. The blend of salt, garlic, and asiago cheese (omg, yummmm) can be sprinkled on baked, mashed, or roasted potatoes to give 'em next-level flavor...but why stop there? Spoon some on popcorn, grilled chicken, pizza, or literally anything else.
A Mini photo and video camera keychain so you can take moody shots at a moment's notice. Sure, your phone is serviceable, but sometimes you need a little grit, right?
Itty-bitty, collapsible storage crates in soothing pastel colors to give your knickknacks the vinyl record treatment. Listen, you don't have to throw away your mountain of pilfered condiment packets, but they'd look a lot nicer in one of these.
A horse-themed barrette that has been blowing up on Twitter. Make sure to grab before it sells out again. Whether you're a horse girl or just an ally, this is THE accessory of the summer.
Or, a handmade orchid hair clip for anyone who wants to look like they're about to attend a gala at a botanical garden. Pair it with a gown or just a T-shirt and shorts — either way, you're gonna look unbe-leaf-ably cute.
A fanciful mushroom kitchen timer, which is so much more endearing than using your phone or screaming at Alexa. It also has a glowing 4.5-star rating on Amazon, which is kinda unheard of for novelty timers.
A set of vinyl coasters offering a retro (and super cute) way to protect your furniture from condensation. Guests that actually want to use a coaster? How the turntables.
A Clogs memory game that tests your ability to remember and match up to 24 pairs of vintage leather shoes. The pack comes with 48 cards and takes 30–40 minutes to play.
Teeny-tiny onigiri vases who look thrilled by the opportunity to hold your new clippings and flower buds. Each smiling rice ball is handcrafted, so they're all unique.
An alarmingly adorable capybara night-light to keep you company on sleepy summer evenings. Just bop your new silicone friend on the head to toggle through seven different colors and three dimness settings. And if you opt for the flower version, it comes with two different buds to hold. 🥹
A Godzilla microwave cleaner that shoots out cleansing steam instead of lasers. Not as cool, but definitely more helpful. Just fill the silicone tool up with water and vinegar, microwave it, and then marvel at how you found a cleaning supply that's actually fun.
A disco ball watering globe to make your plant feel like they're at their own personal dance party. It'll keep your plant hydrated between watering sessions and, when the sun hits just right, create a fun light show in your home. That's a lot of benefits from what seemed like an impractical purchase at first. 🤔
A bear-y nice under-eye stick formulated with skincare darling niacinamide, along with soothing Icelandic mineral water and seaweed extract, to soothe puffiness and dark circles. If a beauty item isn't shaped like an animal, is it even worth getting?
A pair of aromatherapy gemstone soaps sure to make your guests' bathroom experience seriously rock. Dad jokes aside, these soaps come in amazing fragrances (think: lavender, lemongrass, sandalwood, etc.) and have real crystals inside, like amethyst and tiger eye.
The TikTok-loved Maldon flaked salt packaged in a box so beautiful, you'll be hesitant to ever open it. Of course, you should, because everything from fish to brownies tastes better with a dash of really nice sea salt.
Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, in case you've always wanted to not only drink the energizing tea, but also wear it. This cult-fave can help quickly minimize eye puffiness and swelling using its combination of caffeine and hyaluronic acid. All for less than the price of a six-pack of White Label!
A set of limited edition Band-Aids with cute, summery floral designs because who said a papercut can't be a fashion statement?
An acrylic grid box for your tiniest treasures. The clear design ensures that your discoveries can be properly viewed, like a miniature museum. And if you fill it with sea glass, it'll create a stained-glass effect when you hold it up to the light! Time to hit the beach. 👀
Iridescent pimple patches in fun shapes like hearts and stars because zapping zits might as well feel like an art project. I wish all problems could be solved with a sticker. Place one on an open pimple, and it can protect and help speed up the healing process.
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