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30 Cute, Whimsical, Or Silly Things That Reviewers Say Make Them Smile
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We hope you love our recommendations! While every product is independently chosen by our editors, BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. You can read more about how our affiliate partnerships work in our Editorial Standards & Ethics Guide. If you've forgotten the joy of having some quirkiness in your life, allow this 3D skirt tissue box and sparkly maple syrup to remind you. Promising reviews: "Got this for a friend and it was a big hit. The skirt design is cute and makes everyone smile. Great as a unique and fun present." —Jay Ahn "This is just like the photos! It's a fun decoration for our kitchen. It looks just like the photos! Every time you take a tissue out, Marilyn’s dress changes to something different." —MountainMan Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in two sizes and four colors). Promising reviews: "The syrup brings a smile to my face, and then when you use it on your pancakes, it is so delicious, has that natural maple flavor, not artificial, very natural, and just the right amount of sweetness. The glitter just makes me smile!" —Kindle Customer "I used to be a normal person. I’d pour regular maple syrup on pancakes like a peasant, not knowing that a sparkly revolution was waiting for me in a tiny, magical bottle from Vermont. Then someone gifted me a sampler of Runamok Sparkle Syrup. Cute, I thought. Novelty, I assumed. WRONG. That was the day my taste buds were bedazzled, and my breakfast standards skyrocketed beyond repair. This syrup glistens like it was hand-harvested from a unicorn’s tears. It turns pancakes into a party. Waffles into wizardry. Coffee? Now it’s a glittery potion of joy. I put it on fruit just to make it feel fancy. I even caught myself contemplating a drizzle on roasted carrots. (Don’t judge me, I didn’t do it. Yet.) Yes, it’s pricey. But so is therapy. And honestly, this syrup might be cheaper in the long run. Buy it. Ruin yourself for lesser syrups." —Eric Williams Get it from Amazon for $20.99 (also available in several non-sparkly flavors). Promising review: "I’m a sucker for whimsical things that make me smile while also being very functional. This fits that perfectly. It’s adorable. I love the Dracula head, the bat print inside, and that it’s a reverse folding version, so water doesn’t get everywhere when you close it. When it’s closed and hung, it looks like a cute decoration of Dracula hanging upside down." —Kelly Marie Elizabeth Sheep Farm Felt is a woman-owned small business based in New Jersey that specializes in felt decor items. Promising review: "I didn't know this existed or that it would ever be something I wanted, but WOW does it make my day. Every day. So amazing, cute, sturdy, well done. Shipped fast, and I'm so happy this is in my world now, just makes me smile. Thank you so much 💓" —Lindsay Bauer Get it from Sheep Farm Felt on Etsy for $14.50 (available in five colors). The kit comes with two landscapes and one portrait of Bob. Promising review: "This is perfect for what I wanted to go with my Bob Ross Funko Pop! It's a great addition to my Funko collection at work, and looking at him and the painting makes me smile. It took me an hour to paint this picture, while I watched TV, and the trickiest part was the color blending, but that was a fun challenge. Ignore the fact that my large tree looks like Godzilla, as my 12-year-old pointed out. As Bob says, it's just a happy little accident. I'm looking forward to painting the other two pictures, and, for the money, this is just a fun little activity and is perfect for what I wanted it for. Bob standing alone, with just his palette, would have been sad and this completes the set. Thanks!" —Hilary Promising reviews: "So creative! I use them in my planner at work. They bring a smile to my face every time I open it. I like that they don't fall out of books the way other bookmarks do." —Connie P "These are just the cutest bookmarks. They’re not heavy nor thick, so they work very well. I would definitely order these again." —katy Get them from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in three styles and three pack sizes). Promising reviews: "I love this little thing. It's very cute and it makes me smile when I use it." —Dora "Love this! I love mushrooms, and this is such a cute way to keep my butter soft and fresh!" —Danielle Granger Promising reviews: "Makes me smile when I see it. Great addition to my home." —Meag "I recently added a disco ball planter to my room, and I'm really pleased with how it looks! The way it catches the sunlight at certain times of the day creates a beautiful and playful effect. It was easy to set up, and the planter itself is well-designed and sturdy. It adds a unique and fun touch to my room decor, giving it a bit of flair and personality. Whether I'm admiring the sparkling reflections or tending to the plants in the planter, it brings a sense of joy and vibrancy to the space. If you're looking to add a touch of whimsy to your room, I definitely recommend this!" —Jonathan Get it from Amazon for $23.37+ (available in three sizes and three colors). And if you can't quite tell from the pics, the one on the left says, "Are you pooping?" and the one on the right says, "Remember to wipe." Ya know, just in case you forget. 😁 Promising review: "Thank you for the fun sign. I put it on my desk. It makes me laugh and smile every day. When I look at it, I think of my grand kitty. He is definitely the baby at our house. This is a great gift for anyone who loves cats." —Kimberely H. Fulcher "Now I won't have to feel lonely whilst upon my throne of filth. I shall have this cat's gaze upon me every time I lock myself in the room to do my diabolical bidding. The poetic question of such a majestic creature is forever imprinted on my mind, 'Are you pooping?' What a delight to know this creature is curious about me and my uncontrollable needs. Something that connects us both as living things on this planet... How lovely it is." —kye Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 16 styles). Say hello to another BuzzFeed reader fave! Amazon shoppers love these curtain lights, too, because they've got nearly 80,000 5-⭐️ reviews! Also, there are eight different lighting modes, and you can get warm, cool, or white light as well as colored options. Promising reviews: "I love the different settings, the only thing I didn't like was the picture made it seems like they were curtains. But I do recommend them to one and all. It put a big smile on my face." —Milagros Perez "I bought these beautiful string lights a little over a month ago for my college bedroom and love them!! If you’re like me and are looking to spruce up your new apartment, or maybe you don’t have much room for intricate lighting, these are PERFECT. These lights are very in. I saw something like these on TikTok and had to have them. As soon as I put these babies up, they fell right into place (really, like a curtain), are the perfect brightness (but can be dimmed), and fill the entire wall." —Katie Ernst Get them from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in three sizes and five colors). Promising reviews: "These tongs make me smile every time I use them. It’s not only cute but easy to grab my toast. And it stands by itself. I recommend it to anyone who looks for a toaster tongs." —lucky0722 "These are the cutest toast tongs! They are nicely crafted, and the long-eared bunny design is adorable. Perfect tongs for my toaster and waffle iron. It stands on its own as a little, functional piece of art and won't get lost in the utensil drawer like my old, boring tongs. The packaging is also nice and makes this really giftable, so I'll be ordering more as gifts for sure." —Tuzi Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in three styles). Promising reviews: "This is the cutest post it holder ever! It’s weighted, so it won’t tip over as you grab a Post-it. It puts a little smile on my face when I look up and see it." —Mama Mo "I was looking for some cute little office supplies to make my office a little less boring, and this was the cutest thing I've ever seen, so of course I had to get it! It definitely serves its purpose!" —J Check out a TikTok of the mushroom night-light in action. Promising reviews: "This night-light looks exactly like the pictures; it is absolutely adorable. It genuinely makes me smile every single time I see it!" —Rebecca "I LOVE this night-light. It's in my bathroom and is a lovely addition. It turns off the second the lights go on, which is nice because I don't have to worry about accidentally leaving it on. Super cute and the little itty-bitty lighting element does a good job lighting, just enough so I don't have to turn the main lights on in the middle of the night." —1Thand Promising review: "I put these in all my windows and patio. One of my favorite accidental purchases this year. I didn’t expect much, and yet these exceeded my expectations in quality. So beautiful, they make me smile every time I look at them. Do yourself a favor and put them around your home. We can all use a little extra sparkle in our lives!" —ND Get it from Amazon for $17.38 (available in seven colors/styles). Check out this viral Lego flower bouquet in this TikTok. The bouquet includes 15 stems with a mix of flower and leaf varieties, including roses, snapdragons, and poppies, and it uses elements made from plant-based plastic. Promising reviews: "Took me about three hours and I absolutely love them. They sit on my island and make me smile." —Teri H "Buy this for anyone in your life who loves gardening, and you are guaranteed to see their face light up when they open it up. Got it for my mom on her birthday, and she thought it was the coolest gift ever." —Greg Promising reviews: "Love love love this set. I have it on my desk, and it just makes me smile. It took no time at all to build. So, if you're looking for something difficult, this is not the set for you." —Devon "As an avid Lego enthusiast, I've had the pleasure of building numerous sets over the years, but this one stands out as a masterpiece. From the moment I opened the box, I was impressed by the thoughtfully organized bags and clear instructions, making the build both enjoyable and manageable. I love plants, so the attention to detail in this set had my heart!" —Jami Promising review: "We eat a lot of cheese, probably more than we should, but it’s the simple things in life. Speaking of simple, this little container is simply wonderful, kitschy, functional, and makes me smile. I wanted a container to organize our cheese (we like variety!), so I plan on buying another since it is a smallish container." —Meagan Kyla Promising review: "These flower pillows are just beautiful. They are so soft, comfortable, and then you have the cuteness factor. I bought the small size to use for the back of my neck and head, and I'm so happy with them. They make you smile when you look at them, plus they're so functional. I bought the green and blue pillows, and they look so nice together. Looking forward to getting lots of use out of them." —Sunshine Get it from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in three sizes and 10 colors). Promising review: "I bought this to test out on my bedroom window, and I already bought some more because this is beautiful. I had no idea how much JOY it would bring me. I literally smile every time I walk into my room, and now I want to do the rest of my windows so that my room has some privacy! SO easy to install. Follow the instructions for using soapy water, remove the back film, and slap it onto the window. Easy peasy" —Al Get a roll from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 14 sizes and four colors). Promising review: "I bought this because my grandkids were coming to visit. They have bagels so I figured they could both cook at once. It has worked like a charm. I absolutely LOVE the color and the look of the toaster. It just makes me smile to look at it. Great idea to bring back the retro look. Bagels are coming out perfect every time. I love my new toaster. Thanks so much!!" —Amazon Customer Get it it from Amazon for $67.98 (also available in a two-slice style and in seven other colors). Promising reviews: "Love the colors! Everyone who walks by comments on them and asks where I got them! They bring smiles to people’s faces!" —Mary Elaine Priester "This product is fun and colorful. Helped me repurpose an old atlas fence gate into a cute garden display." —Placeholder Get a 10-pack from Amazon for $18.99 (available in two sizes and three colors). Promising reviews: "I love the moon lamp or use it as a night-light in my bedroom. I am 74 years old, and every time I turn it on, it makes me smile. I’ve never had a night-light like this before, but I do love it." —Janet L Seager "This item is very cool, we love it! You can change colors, and it has a timer so that the light will go off automatically if you choose. Bright enough for just the right ambient light in an average-sized bedroom. Helps set a calming mood, too." —David A. Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in two styles). Promising review: "These retro vinyl record coasters are exactly as fun and functional as they look. These miniature records bring a playful, nostalgic vibe to my coffee table and make everyone smile when they set down a drink. They’re just the right size for glasses, mugs, and cans, and they’ve done a great job protecting our surfaces from rings and condensation." —Carlos Rojas Get a set of six from Amazon for $11.99. Promising review: "I needed to be able to navigate at night with crutches, and a regular night-light wouldn't work. The duck is so cute, and has three intensity settings. He makes me smile. His legs are floppy. Sometimes my cat uses it, which is pretty cute. The charge lasts a few days if it's not left on for hours at a time. If you use it to help little ones fall asleep you can switch it a 30 minute timer. One switch turns it on/off/timer mode. Tapping his body turns the light on, and is how you change intensity. I will buy more of these! I didn't know how much I needed this little guy; he just makes me happy." —Angel WS Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in three styles). Promising reviews: "This is SOOO cute! Definitely one to make you smile when you see it!" —Scott W "I bought this product on a whim and love it! It does everything it claims to at a great price. Cool color selection; pretty well-balanced during posing. A fun little knick-knack!!!" —Laurie Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in three colors). Promising reviews: "This lamp is so cute I absolutely love it. I use the timer feature and every evening when it comes on it makes me smile." —Amazon Customer "Saw Urban Outfitters had a tomato lamp for $100 and said hell naw. But then this lamp came along from the Amazon gods for just under $30 and no way I could pass up such a sick lamp. Smaller than anticipated but it's immaculate. Runs almost everyday/all day and has been doing great for a year now. Remote has never failed me yet (knock on wood)." —Samantha L. Sayso is a woman-owned small business that specializes in the first-ever cocktail teabag, perfect for cocktails *and* mocktails. Promising review: "Want a margarita without the mess? Of course you do!!! In barely 60 seconds you’ll have a smile, and nothing to clean up. I add Amaretto, Triple Sec (sometimes), and squeeze an orange on occasion. YOU don’t have to add anything" —Darlene Get eight bags from Amazon for $10.99 (available in four other cocktail styles and larger packs). Promising review: "These towels are absolutely adorable! They add such a fun touch to the bathroom and make everyone smile. The fabric is soft, absorbent, and dries quickly. Perfect mix of charm and practicality — a must-have for cat lovers!" —Maria Get it from Amazon for $14.44+ (available in 34 designs). Promising review: "Makes me smile." —fifi rosewood "Saw this in a BuzzFeed list and had to have it. I'm obsessed with how my mini library looks and this is a perfect excuse to buy myself flowers." —Annie Get it from Amazon for $8.49+ (available in five colors). Promising review: "It's not that this product does anything particularly revolutionary by any means — it holds keys, after all. You could easily manage the same with a standard hook or a key bowl. However, it brings a smile to my face every time I see it doing its thing. It's smaller than I expected it to be, but that was also a good thing to keep it subtle when not in use. The application was very simple as well; from unboxing to fully set up, it's less than 30 seconds. Hands down the best thing I have bought for myself in a while. If you're considering it, I would absolutely recommend it." —F.L. BuzzFeed Shopping is service journalism first: our writers and editors spend all day shopping so you don’t have to, vetting products, fact-checking brand claims, and surfacing what actually helps in real life. We center readers over revenue, recommend products with authenticity (using real experiences, not ad-speak), and reflect our diverse audience, inclusive of a variety of price points, people, and needs. We cut through fake deals, favor useful info over glossy fluff, and recommend both budget and splurge options with context so you can decide what’s right for you — and still have a little fun along the way. Gabriela Manjarrez is a staff writer on the BuzzFeed Shopping team who covers a variety of topics from beauty to home to travel, while having a special enthusiasm for K-beauty, quirky (but useful!) trinkets, and all things luxe and aesthetic. Reviews in this post have been edited for length and clarity.
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