37 Cutesy Lil' Treats To Buy Yourself Because They're All Under $25 And Will Fill Your Heart With Joy
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When "treat yourself" purchases are this cute and affordable, there are zero regrets to be had.
1. A set of handcrafted teeny-tiny onigiri vases because when are miniature versions of everyday things *not* cute? You'll look forward to putting itty-bitty plant cuttings and flower buds in these cheerful rice balls.
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Promising review: "These are literally so, so, so tiny but my daughter loves them! She's hoping to put an individual four-leaf clover in each (they really are teeny), and it's going to be adorable." — Jodi
Get a set of five from Amazon for $16.99 (also available in cat and ghost styles).
2. A ceramic sardines trinket tray you can keep in the kitchen, bathroom, OR bedroom to catch the items you usually misplace — wedding rings, hair clips, house keys, lip balms, etc.
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Promising review:"I wanted this little dish for so long and I'm glad it's finally mine. The price is very fair, the size is perfect, it's a great quality and it's so darn cute!!! I keep it in my kitchen as a drying plate for my reusable Keurig pods but it's so bright and happy and colorful I imagine it could fit in anywhere!" — Jewelz
Get it from Amazon for $18.95.
3. A set of Lego sunflowers, which will serve as a daily reminder that spring has sprung while filling you with big "I made that" energy. Translation: You can pretty much conquer anything. It has less than 200 pieces so it's great for Lego beginners.
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Promising review:"I have aspirations to get all of the Lego flowers and this was another step in that direction. They are great and so cute. I had a pottery vase that was the perfect match for these flowers." — Jenny B. Good
Get it from Amazon for $8.36.
4. A NeeDoh Gummy Bear from the reviewer-beloved Nee-Doh sensory fidget toy line so you have something to squeeze whenever the sudden urge arises. As much as it looks like your fave edible treat, please refrain from taking a bite out of it!
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Schylling is a small business that specializes in modern and retro toys, games, and sets.
Promising review: "This has to be in my top favorite stress toys, great squish! Not too difficult to squeeze, perfect size. Great price. Not sticky!!!! One of my pet peeves when buying stress toys. Overall great buy. 😄" — Christina
Get it from Amazon for $8.79 (the color is either blue, yellow, pink, or purple, and gets selected for you at random)!
Check out the rest of the Needoh fidget toy options on their Amazon storefront!
5. Mushroom bookmarks to hold your place while you go grab yourself a cup of tea, your coziest blanket, and a scented candle as you settle in for a night full of reading.
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Promising review: "These are very cute! I love the flexibility. The stems are long so it will not get knocked out of your book (my book is always roaming in my bag). The top is subtle. It really looks like a mushroom emerging from your book. Worth the buy." — Atticus
Get a set of four from Amazon for $7.67.
6. Or a downright precious satin ribbon bow bookmark for anyone who wants to treat themselves *and* their books to a much-deserved present. I can guarantee picking up where you left off has never been *this* cute.
All Smiles by Amber Inez is a Minnesota-based Etsy shop that specializes in book accessories.
Promising review:"This seller truly went above and beyond. The packaging that the bookmark came in was so beautiful and safe for mail. I loved opening it. The bookmarks are so cute and exactly as pictured and described. It also came with two color matching stickers. So fun! Highly recommend! Thanks so much!" — Becca Schae
Get it from All Smiles by Amber Inez on Etsy for $8 (available in 12 colors).
7. A sticker book packed with an assortment of grumpy but lovable felines, which may just accurately embody your entire mood as you shop for a well-deserved cheap treat.
Brass Monkey
It includes 18 pages of oversized stickers (that's more than 60 stickers, btw). Each cat comes with a speech bubble and a mean one-liner.
Get it from Amazon or Brass Monkey for $8.
8. A set of toilet bolt caps if you're on a never-ending mission to cute-ify every single thing in your home, including the mundane stuff. Those bland plastic caps are headed straight for the trash when they see these turtles (slowly but surely) comin'.
Promising review: "Absolutely love these. My daughter's toilet was missing the original caps, so I thought I would give these a try. They are so nice looking!! She loves them. Great quality and fits perfectly over the screw. Going to buy some for my bathroom now! Buy it, you won't regret it." — Valentine Girl
Get a pair from Amazon for $15.58+ (available in eight styles).
9. A flower-shaped dish brush when doing the dishes ranks high on your "most-dreaded tasks of all time" list. This will make the chore a tad more fun. Bonus: It has a built-in scraper to help you remove tough crud from your dishes!
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Check out a TikTok of the flower scrubber in action.
Promising review: "Love having this on my kitchen sink. I t's happy and cute and makes me happy. One leaf did twist off after a few weeks of use, but it's still cute, and I could've been more careful holding it. It's not a super stiff brush, but it works well for most hand washing and quick rinses. Brush rinses well, and food doesn't get caught in it. I was happy to find it has a hidden scraper edge on top of the brush. Will def buy again when this one gets gross since it brings so much tiny joy into my kitchen." — Hannah Jo Wilson
Get it from Amazon for $13.99 (available in pink or orange).
10. A lil' octopus-shaped blackhead remover so you can eliminate excess sebum and other impurities clogging your pores. After cleansing, simply rub it on your face to exfoliate! It'll also help remove pesky blackheads and whiteheads.
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Promising review: "After just two days of use, this adorable little octopus has done wonders for me, smells great too. Here's how I used it: I wore down the stick just a little to where the texture from the salt is visible, scrubbed around on my face so there was plenty of product, then I used my fingers to gently massage all the gunk away. Rinse, pat dry, and enjoy the softness. Highly recommended for people with sensitive skin like mine." — LuckLocust
Get it from Amazon for $8.75.
11. A pair of cherry earrings for anyone looking to make a ~delicious~ fashion statement with their accessories. Reviewers love how surprisingly lightweight and comfy these babies are!!
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Promising review: "I have sensitive ears and only wear light earrings. These are light, were fine in my ears, and I got so many compliments. I adore them! Highly suggest!" — Emily J. Fuller
Get two pairs from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four styles).
12. And! A ~sweet~ cherry bag charm because a new purse isn't always in the budget, but you can certainly give your existing one a delicious upgrade. Did I mention it looks just like the Coach version that retails for nearly $100 buckaroos?? Attach it to your keys, clutch, or handbag and it'll fill you with joy whenever you see it.
You can see a similar one in this TikTok!
Promising review: "I was really debating buying the $95 one but figured I spent enough on the bag, so I decided to just get a replica for the cherry. I'm so glad I did! It looks almost exactly like it except for the slight change in hardware color. The quality seems great, and it looks sturdy. I love it! It really gives the bag an extra nice touch." — Oriana Pineda
Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in four styles).
13. A personalized pup Jibbitz — a cutesy charm for your Crocs customized with your dog's face! This will ensure your comfiest pair of shoes are also your most adorable.
The Paw Shopp / Etsy
The Paw Shopp is a Long Beach, California–based small biz making personalized pet items.
Promising review:"Literally the BEST I could have hoped for. My dogs mean the world to me and these are the cutest jibbitz! I couldn't have asked for them to be any more perfect! Highly recommend!!"— Madison Cales
Get it from The Paw Shopp on Etsy for $10.
14. A darling waterproof shelf liner if your fridge has become painfully boring and you wanna give it a long overdue revamp. These can also be used in drawers, cabinets, and pantries!
Amazon
Promising review: "Very good quality liner. I love the daisy print and it is a good thickness. Super easy to cut (I used a box cutter). Definitely recommend!" — Karen
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 10 sizes and 18 colors/patterns).
15. A small duck-themed salad bowl that'll make any meal you whip up all the more jolly. Even if you're reluctantly eating a salad for lunch at your desk, it'll be hard not to ~quack~ a smile with this lil' dude around.
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Promising review:"I love this bowl for putting snacks in. It is good in the dishwasher and holds an okay amount of stuff. I love the cute face on it." — Mana MacPhee
Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (also available in two other styles).
16. And a set of dainty vintage-inspired spoons to bring some lovely floral energy to your kitchen. These are devastatingly cute and work perfectly for pastries, coffee, tea, yogurt, and more. Plus, your guests will be dying to know where you got 'em.
Promising review: "The perfect little coffee spoons on my coffee bar! They go with my modern vintage thrifted decor and make me smile. 🥰" — Lindsey
Get a set of six from Amazon for $6.25.
17. Limited edition wildflower Band-Aids because nothing adds insult to injury like an ugly peach bandage you can't wait to take off. Swap out the boring ones for these, which will make your next boo-boo seem like a happy accident.
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Promising review: "If you're looking for a cute Band-Aid that has flexible fabric, these are it! I only use flexible fabric band-aids because they're way more comfortable and stay on better. Bonus that these are a cute design!" — Jessica
Get a pack of 30 from Amazon for $3.77.
18. A scrunchie/towel hybrid so cute, it'll quickly become a daily staple. Not to mention, it helps your hair dry faster *without* heat tools. You can easily do your skincare and makeup while your locks dry — heck, you could even run errands with it in. Add to cart!!!
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Kitsch is a woman-owned accessory brand that was founded in 2010. They also sell cute scrunchies, cloth face masks, satin pillowcases, and more.
Promising review:"I ordered this because I was sick of keeping a towel on my head for so long while my hair dried, and if I didn't have a towel, my shirt was soaking wet from my hair after a shower. For reference, I had very long, thick hair and it takes a while to air-dry — and I'm so happy I found this scrunchie! It's a lot bigger in person than it looks in the image, which is great because it covers more of your hair to help dry it. No more heavy towels on my head or tight towel wraps." — Meghan
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in two styles).
19. Or some hair tie bracelets when you only wanna wear jewelry on your wrists, which usually leaves you up the creek without a scrunchie. Not anymore! These hair ties double as wrist candy so you don't have to worry about going without in the name of fashion.
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Promising review:"I love these! These add the cutest touch to any outfit. They make you feel better about wearing a hair tie on your wrist. And they function great as both a hair tie and a bracelet! Not too tight to wear as either. Love them!" — Tiara Scheurell
Get a set of 20 from Amazon for $7.99 (available in eight styles).
20. A rechargeable squishy panda lamp you may cry happy tears over because, hello, look at this thing!! If you need a new night-light, this one has adjustable brightness settings and an auto-off timer OR always-on mode.
Amazon
Promising review:"I love the way it looks. Very cute panda night-light. It's lightweight, easy to charge. I haven't used it long enough to know how good the battery life is yet. The timer works as expected. This is a great little night-light. My Granddaughter has needed a light recently and this will do a better job." — T.C.
Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in a duck version).
21. A handmade crochet cozy for your emotional support iced coffee. It'll look positively precious, keep your hands free of condensation, *and* keep it cold a while longer.
Cozy Day Co. is a small biz based in Virginia that makes a variety of crochet items, including blankets, pillows, and home decor goods!
Promising review: "This is such a beautiful sleeve for my coffee! I love that it soaks up the condensation while fitting different types of cups." — Del
Get it from Cozy Day Co. on Etsy for $9.99+ (available in two sizes and 20 colors).
22. A pair of aromatherapy gemstone soaps — I bet you never thought the simple task of washing your hands could be so enjoyable. There are a few heavenly scents to choose from, like lavender, sandalwood, and lemongrass. Each soap even contains a real crystal!
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Read more about aromatherapy and stress and tension at Johns Hopkins.–
Promising review:"I purchased this for my adult daughter's birthday. As you probably know, they are hard to shop for. The look in her eyes when she opened the package said it all. She also said it was so beautiful that she might use it as bathroom decor. This is elegance in the soap world." — Jus Sheryl
Get them from Amazon for $21.95+ (available in four styles).
23. And a versatile mini ceramic bathtub that'll hold your bar soaps so they don't get all slimy on the counter! You can also use it for other odds and ends, like jewelry, sponges, or those coins you just found in your pocket. Bonus: It has drainage holes so you could use it as a miniature planter.
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Check out a TikTok of the mini ceramic bathtub in action.
Promising review:"I ordered two of these. One I used as a regular soap dish in my tub. It has holes for drainage, which is a plus. I also used it as a cute plant decanter. I placed some succulents in it, and voila ... the cutest planter for my bathroom." — Diane Sheehan
Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in six colors).
24. Some reusable soot sprite dryer balls, which may seem totally random, but they serve an important purpose: making your laundry routine ~loads~ cuter. Oh, and they'll also speed up the drying process and reduce wrinkles too!
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Friendsheep is a small business that sells dryer balls handmade by women in Kathmandu, Nepal.
Promising review: "These are so incredibly cute! I love that they look like soot sprites! I used them today and noticed a significant decrease in drying time. No static, and able to be scented with essential oils. A great alternative to polyester, single-use dryer sheets." — Daria
Get a three-pack from Amazon for $18 (also available in eight other styles).
25. A bright *and* spacious corduroy tote bag you'll wanna grab in every pattern and color because it truly has no right being this gosh-darn cute. It's perfect for holding the veggies you picked up at the farmer's market or those books you checked out at the library. It also has an inner pocket for small stuff that usually gets lost, like your keys or lip balm.
Promising review: "I love this bag. It holds everything. I even used it as my extra allowed personal item on the plane, and I had all I needed tucked right in this bag. Even my water bottle and reading materials fit well. It's got cute style. It's easy to locate in the house because of its bright colors. Washes up fantastically. The snaps work great, so things do not easily spill out. The inside pockets are perfect for phone and small wallet and provide easy access to them." — L.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 39 styles).
26. A set of book-shaped sponges so anyone who sets foot in your kitchen will immediately know just how much of a literary fanatic you truly are. Washing dishes will be *slightly* less of a drag now.
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Promising review:"These sponges are so cute! Even my husband used the word 'adorable'. They probably won't make you love dishwashing but they will at least make it more fun." — Ana C. Ward
Get a set of three from Amazon for $10.
27. And these highly absorbent colorful checkered hand towels when your kitchen or bathroom looks overwhelmingly dull but you're not trying to spend a fortune on a full-on makeover. It's amazing what a few pops of color can do for your space!!
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Promising review: "Best kitchen/hand towels I have found on Amazon yet. I get so many compliments on these!! Just bought some for my sister and mom, they love them so much. Soft and absorbent, just the right thickness, has some wear and tear after just a couple of months, but we use them daily and have washed and dried them a lot. Definitely worth the price." — Caitlin
Get a set of four from Amazon for $19.99 (available in five color combos).
28. A trio of rainbow bath bombs — can you ever really have enough rainbow stuff in your life?? I think not. These are the perfect addition to your weekly self-care nights and they smell absolutely amazinggg too.
Promising review: "I will buy more of these! Best bath bomb ever!! The colors were amazing, the dispensing effect was so cool, and they lasted a long while." — Jessica A. Bethke
Get a set of three from Amazon for $16.99.
29. Anthropologie's Icon Juice Glass, but the Confetti edition because it's basically the most joyful piece of drinkware you'll ever lay eyes on. Whenever you take a sip, you'll get hit with a punch of hydration *and* happiness.
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Promising review: "You can't go wrong with the Icon glassware. Perfect sized, beautiful, and having some weight to it, I love to gift these as housewarming gifts to friends and family." — EmPars
Get it from Anthropologie for $16 (available in four styles, plus the 25 regular styles!).
30. A cloud-shaped utility knife that'll bring some colorful cheer to the mundane task of opening mail and packages. Plus, your flawless manicure will stay perfectly intact.
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Check out a TikTok of the cloud knife in action.
Promising review:"I love these — sturdy, sharp with retractable blade. I keep them in different rooms for opening packages or breaking down boxes to recycle. Would recommend and buy again." — Amy Yasneski
Get a set of six from Amazon for $11.99.
31. An adorable earring holder stand shaped like a clothing rack that'll undoubtedly make the boring task of organizing your jewelry a LOT more exciting. The base has a total of 20 holes that can hold up to 10 pairs of studs *and* it comes with eight tiny hangers for your dangling earrings!
Promising review:"This is as adorable as advertised, but I am pleasantly surprised to find that it's actually practical, too. It holds quite a few earrings in a small space, with them all easily visible and accessible. I love it!" — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $8.39+ (available in eight colors).
32. A guided visual "breathing partner" which will be a massive help when you need to slow down and take a breather. When things become too overwhelming, turn to this lil' cutie for an assist. Use it to guide you through the 4/7/8 or 5/5 "calming breaths" routine. The colors softly fade in and out to guide you through each breath while lowering stress and anxiety.
Mindsight is a small business that specializes in calming personal care and decor products.
Promising review:"I started meditating over a decade ago. Intermittent in the beginning, progressing deeper, and finding new joys over time. With Breathing Buddha, the last thoughts have dropped away as counting breath always seemed to keep me conscious of, well, counting. Granted, I have always dropped the counting after a handful of breaths, but Breathing Buddha has made for a delightful transition as I realize I don't have to count at all. It is a lovely concept, well executed, and very easy to start using." — Lynn
Get it from Amazon for $21.95 (available in three styles).
33. A cushy cloud wrist rest for both your keyboard and mouse because this is *just* the joyous, comfy upgrade your sad desk setup needs. Having your head in the clouds while you work is about to take on a whole new meaning.
Promising review: "When it comes to my desk setup, I'm all for aesthetics but also practicality. I genuinely need a wrist rest for my keyboard, and I'm super picky about the way they feel. This wrist rest is super squishy and AMAZING quality. It's comfortable and super cute. I'm obsessed!" — Mel🤍
Get it from Amazon for $16.96 (available in 14 colors).
34. A super cute frog of chaos if you're feeling a tad bit silly and need a partner in crime to ~hop~ with you through it all. Use it as a pin or a magnet — the choice is yours!
Dapple & Dot
Dapple & Dot is a small business based in the UK. They donate 5% of all sales to Just One Tree, a nonprofit aimed at removing CO2 from the atmosphere by planting trees.
Promising review: "This little pin is so detailed and beautiful! Everything about it feels very high quality, and the Just One Tree donation is an awesome addition. Dispatch and delivery were super quick, too!" — Mosella
Get it from Dapple & Dot on Etsy for $8.79 (available as a pin or magnet)
35. A crescent bag charm from Baggu — a bag for your bag, if you will. Instead of hopelessly digging around in search of your AirPods or lip balm, this will keep 'em close and honestly look really stinkin' adorable hanging off a larger bag.
Urban Outfitters
Promising review:"The cutest little charm that I honestly bring everywhere. Fits all my small essentials like a lip balm, AirPods, and money!" — Danggg
Get it from Urban Outfitters for $20 (available in six colors).
36. Cat Tarot to help you become a certified expert at one of your favorite hobbies, complete with plenty of adorable kitties to make the process more fun. Beginners need not worry because this deck comes with a detailed guidebook for pulling and interpreting cards!
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Promising review:"These cards are great! As someone who owns more than a couple of tarot decks, [I think] the cardstock on these is superb for the price. This deck is friendly and has a very aesthetically pleasing color palette — even some of the darker cards of the deck are rather light-hearted. The images themselves are fantastic, cute, colorful without overdoing it, and not too gimmicky. If you like tarot and you also happen to like cats, get this deck!" — A. Asher
Get it from Amazon for $17.96.
37. Some Goldfish-shaped magnets so you can keep important notes and fond memories on the fridge while being reminded there's always time for a fun lil' snack.
Handy Cute Art / Etsy
Handy Cute Art is a Miami-based small business.
Promising review: "Such a cute little item. Giving this to my friend for her birthday. It's one of those things you didn't know you needed 'til you see it." — Theresa Jenkins
Get six magnets from Handy Cute Art on Etsy for $10.20 (originally $12).
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