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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. Hibernation is over — it's time to breath some life back into your home. Pure Wood Design is a small business run by carpenter Ömer, who has over 40 years of woodworking experience. Promising review: "Best idea for a balcony. Really well-made product, and I could not be happier. Heavier and stronger than what you're thinking." —Scotty Smith Get it from Pure Wood Design on Etsy for $75.46+ (originally $107.80+; available in 11 sizes and 10 colors). Promising review: "I live in an apartment community, and I wanted to find a solution to cover up my windows without using my blinds/curtains. Let me just say...wow! This beyond exceeded my expectations. Not only does it give me the privacy I need, but the way the lights reflect in the daytime AND nighttime is just breathtaking! In the morning, when the sun shines through, tiny little rainbows get cast all over the bedroom! At night, it looks so cozy, warm, and has a beautiful, realistic stained-glass look to it." —Katie Coyle Get a roll from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in 14 sizes and four colors). Promising review: "This reeded glass window film was very pretty when installed. Gave just the right amount of obscurity that still allowed light but maintained privacy when viewed from the outside. I bought more of this and offered it to my son, who is enjoying it at his apartment too. We used it on the bottom half of the windows and kept the upper half of the windows open, which was the exact problem this film solved. Lots of choices, too!" —Liza S Get it from Amazon for $5.99+ (available in 12 sizes). Promising review: "These are awesome! My son installed them with no problems. They look much more expensive than what they cost, function well, and I am so happy with this upgrade." —Gina C. Ashline Get a set of 30 five-inch pulls from Amazon for $23.99+ (also available individually and in smaller and larger pack sizes and in eight colors). Promising review: "Looks just as expected, and it feels so nice. It’s thin enough that it feels like it will wash great. I bought a second one for another room because I’m so happy with it. I’m actually surprised by the quality, given the price. This was a great deal. It came minimally creased, but they have settled out without any extra work on my part. It also doesn’t walk around — the rubber backing keeps it in place even in my high traffic area (five kids plus friends and it isn’t moving)!" —J Cloward Get it from Amazon for $15.79+ (available in 15 sizes and seven styles). Promising review: "These are incredible!! I like using the color feature in winter when it's drab outside, but once my gardens bloom, I stick to white. I have purchased these five times, and it's going to be six. I bought the first set two years ago and just purchased my newest set. I put the old ones right next to the sets I just purchased and had never changed the batteries on the original ones...they were still bright, so I never needed to. They are beautiful!!" —mosey Get an eight-pack from Amazon for $35.99 (also available in a two-pack and a six-pack). Promising reviews: "Magical. I'm ordering more of these. They perked up my night garden in a way that even attracted compliments from my neighbors. They were super easy to install and worked immediately. I like that they automatically turn on at dusk and shut off at dawn." —Sharyn Bearse "I love these little balls of moving light in our garden! Make sure you loosen them up out of the box. They are very upright at first, but the wires flex, and you can arrange them to appear to float in the night. I plan on buying more to give the illusion to my whole backyard. They are absolutely brighter than many of my other solar lights. So far mine have stayed lit until morning!! The wind makes them bounce and sway, just enchanting!! Buy some! They will make you happy!!" —Ruth Anderson Get a two-pack from Amazon for $13.98 (also available in larger quantities). FYI, inserts are not included with these covers! If you need pillow inserts too, grab this top-rated option for $14.99! Promising review: "I love these...I’m honestly so happily surprised by how good these are. I’ve kept them on the pillows for months now. The fabric quality and overall construction are good! Zippers are great and are protected from lots of wear. The fabric is quite soft, and the color is exactly as pictured! They fit my party theme but also work in my everyday decor! I love them." —Laurel Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three sizes and 10 colors). These under-the-cabinet lights are battery-powered and come with a remote that will allow you to power them on and off, change their intensity, and set them to be motion-activated. Promising review: "I just remodeled my kitchen and wanted lights under my cabinets to give it a cozy feel. I wanted something easy to install but effective. These lights are great! You can adjust the brightness and can even put them on a timer so they turn off on their own after 15, 30, or 60 minutes. They come with sticky tape to attach to cabinets, but I also added sticky-back Velcro, and they have stayed on perfectly. The company sent me an email offering any assistance if I should need it. I absolutely LOVE them and would recommend." —LC Get a pack of three from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in packs of one or six). Promising review: "My favorite sheets have to be Cozy Earth. But they are way too pricey for a guest bed. These sheets are just as good without the huge price tag. Side-by-side comparison to these versus expensive brands like Cozy Earth or Peacock Alley — these sheets are thinner and deeper, which actually fit better on our deep mattress with a three-inch topper. These sheets are just as cool-feeling as the higher-end ones when you get in bed. They wash well. Actually better than [the] Peacock Alley brand. They hardly wrinkle. And even after months of use, they are still in great shape. They haven’t started to peel yet or fray. No loose threads or tears. Great sheets!" —Susan Get it from Amazon for $36.97+ (available in sizes twin–California king, plus sets with deep pockets for taller mattresses and 45 colors/patterns). This set comes with one to two pillowcases (depending on the bed size), a flat sheet, and a fitted sheet. Hotel Sheets Direct is a small business. Each set comes with a flat sheet, fitted sheet, and two pillowcases. Promising reviews: "I absolutely love the sheets! Softest sheets I have ever felt. Had a great first night's sleep on them. I would recommend the sheets to anyone. In fact, I’m ordering another set. For someone with insomnia on a regular basis, anything that helps me relax and rest in order to get to sleep is heaven-sent. These are so so worth the money." —Aria Beesting "So soft, cozy, cooling, but comfy. I used to look forward to going to bed as a kid because the sheets would initially be cool. Now, that is once again a reality. My wife stays warm, and I stay cool. They're like magic. I would recommend them to anyone/everyone." —Aaron Jones Get them from Amazon for $54.99+ (available in six sizes and 10 colors). Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer says about it: This is my go-to satin pillowcase. I have two Slip pillowcases, and several of these, and actually, the Bedsure ones wash up much nicer and retain an incredibly silky smooth feel after dozens of trips through the laundry. They're the only ones I'll buy going forward, and I recommended them to my mom, and now she's in love with them too! Promising reviews: "I ordered these pillowcases just to see if they could compete with Blissy. Well, they can. I have washed them three times, and they came out great. They seem to protect your hair and skin. So, I’m very happy with them." —EMc "I bought these cases to match a new sheet set. I previously had bought much more expensive brands to match other sheets, but I love the Bedsure brand of products and wanted to try these out. Arguably, they’re softer than my more expensive ones! They did arrive very wrinkled, but after a quick wash and dry, and they’re shiny and wrinkle-free. I like the envelope closure a lot more than the competing brands' zip closure. Highly recommend!" —Hannah Watkins Get a set of two from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in standard, queen, king, and body pillow sizes and 36 colors). Promising review: "This was exactly what we needed for the backyard. It definitely provides enough privacy, and it gives the backyard a very nice ambiance! The leaves completely blend in with the other trees and plants we have in the backyard, and it looks like we made a huge upgrade in our gardening game. I'm now just hoping it can withstand the AZ summer and not fade with the sun (product description does state fade-resistant). Don't be hesitant with purchasing; it's totally worth it!!" —Amazon Customer Get a roll from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in three sizes). You'll need some green zip ties to secure them, too. Promising review: "Purchased these for my studio, which is in an old mill. I wanted them for their insulating properties more than to block out the light because my studio loses a lot of heat at night due to its enormous windows. The curtains/drapes work great for both — I am especially pleased with how well they help keep the space from losing heat! Before having the curtains, the space would lose about 8 degrees in temperature overnight (which in the winter is a significant amount, especially in the northeast). Now, with the curtains, the space no longer loses heat overnight! It is now so nice to go into my studio in the morning and find it still toasty warm!" —Placeholder Get them from Amazon for $32.99+ (available in five sizes and 24 colors). It took most reviewers less than an hour to completely revamp their desk, and it was two hours *tops* for others (depending on how much space you're redoing!). Psst — If you pick this up, check out this reviewer's great installation tips for applying it to a desk! Promising review: "I do not have the money for a new vanity right now. Insert DIY project of covering my ugly pink bathroom vanity in marble contact paper. It looks 100% better, and it’s super durable. It’s a little tricky to work with at first, and then you get the hang of it. I’m buying more for my half bath! Update: My vanity still looks great a couple of months later! I decided to do my tabletop in my laundry room [above, right], and it looks great too! Tips: Make sure there is nothing on the surface, as bumps will show through with the tiniest of debris. Also, one roll is not enough; always buy more than you think you’ll need!" —Natalie Lamb Get it from Amazon for $4.99+ (available in 10 sizes and seven colors). Promising review: "The countertop is just now starting to need (slight) touch-ups around the sink itself [a whole two years later]. I couldn't be happier with this product! "This paint can be a little tricky to work with until you get the hang of how it applies. My suggestion would be to test it out on a scrap or something prior to applying. Once I had it, this product was a breeze to work with. We recently purchased a new home, and we're not gutting our main bathroom until next summer, and I just couldn't live with that 1980s green another day. So, after reading a lot of tutorials, I decided to go for it and paint the counter. I LOVE how it came out! Once it was dry for 24 hours, I applied several coats of poly and let it sit for 72 hours before I let the counter go back into normal use. It's held up like a dream. I wouldn't use any heavy chemicals on it (but I wouldn't advise those period), but otherwise zero issues with it. "Side Note: I see a lot of negative reviews on this product because it doesn't hold up for people outdoors. USE A SEALANT. Don't blame a product if you don't use it correctly." —Dogmom20 Get it from Amazon for $16.96+ (available in four colors). BTW, the reviewer used the color 'Taupe' above! Promising review: "I have never been so excited about a slipcover. Total transformation of our couch and loveseat. I was worried about it not working on our leather couch, but it stays on really well due to the straps and the separate cushion covers. LOVE." —Brian/Liz Get it from Amazon for $47.49+ (available in five sizes and 13 colors). Promising review: "Living in Hawaii, you have to select wise items that are weather-, salt-, and red dirt–proof, etc... In total, I ordered 11 boxes to complete my yoga deck. I have a few left over to make steps on the back. Very pleased and happy. May order more for an outdoor shower project!" —Adelia Get 10 tiles (covers 10 sq. ft) from Amazon for $77.48 (also available in three smaller sizes). Promising review: "Oh my god, I am obsessed with this. This is literally my favorite purchase I've made on this website. When I got it, I was so excited. The paint is very vibrant and pretty, and it's a lot bigger than I thought. I'm in love with this vase, and I think you will be too. You need to get this." —Jemma Get it from Amazon for $28.95 (also available in an orange juice box style). Here's what BuzzFeed Shopping editor Emma Lord says about it: "I purchased this because I have a lil' Friday tradition of going to Trader Joe's and buying the $3.99 'petite bouquets' (Alexa, play 'Flowers' by Miley Cyrus!!) and it is the absolute perfect size for a mini bouquet. It is a treat to look at on my windowsill, 11/10 recommend for anyone who wants a bright spot in their living room!" Promising review: "The vase is very nice, with and without flowers. It looks really good in my living room!" —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $14.49+ (available in six styles and in a set of three). Promising review: "Where do I start? I absolutely LOVE this product. I wanted to replace our bathroom mirror, but due to its size, it would have cost a lot! I came across this on Amazon and decided to give it a try. The application process was super easy and applied without bubbles as long as you go slow and rub it down as you go. I kid you not. It looks like wood and feels like it, too! You can feel and see the 'wood grain.' It’s absolutely stunning and looks like I bought a whole new mirror." —Taylor Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in two sizes and seven colors). Promising review: "They look so real, and I get a ton of compliments on them. Everyone always thinks my husband surprised me with tulips (my favorite flower) and are shocked to learn these are not real. I have several of them throughout my house, and plan to buy more because they are great!" —Abbey S. Get them from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in many colors). Each tile measures 12 inches by 12 inches. Promising review: "This brought new life to my super boring kitchen! This was much easier than I thought, and I was really worried about taking on this project, but I'm glad I did. Took me over three hours from start to finish." —BloodAgent Read the rest of this customer's in-depth review for some handy tips and tricks! Get six self-adhesive tiles from Amazon for $13.99+ (available in 13 styles). These renter-friendly beauties are fully removable btw! You'll just need to heat with a hair dryer to unstick the adhesive. For the full install, reviewers recommend: a level, sanding block and sandpaper, measuring tape, ruler, screwdriver to remove outlets, and a utility knife or scissors. Promising review: "These are great and easy to install. You have to cut the first section. I did put them on a textured wall and have no issues with them peeling off. I made a mistake and had to pull some of them off, and they came off with no problem. They are sticky, so I did have to pull a little bit, no damage to the paint or the wall, though. You will need a VERY sharp knife and a pair of scissors. I used a metal carpenter's square as a straight edge, and it worked nicely. Nice upgrade to my little kitchen. I needed about 30 tiles, and I had to buy 40 for cuts and mistakes. You can't reuse the sheet if you pull it off. I found that if you have to cut the tiles, make sure you have the 'grout' on the cut, it makes it easier to align and hides small mistakes." —Tricia Hendrickson Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in five colors, and in dozens more designs and colors on their store page). Each tile measures 12 inches by 12 inches. Promising review: "I redid my entire bathroom! We moved into our home two years ago, and our small main-floor bathroom had hideous orange mosaic tiles. We want to eventually gut and revamp our bathroom, but wanted to give it a cheap facelift. Floorpops made that possible, and it's a very inexpensive option! We used caulk to seal some of the tiny gaps and caulked around the tub and underneath the baseboards for a good seal. The tiles are not moving at all and have adhered okay." —Agnieska Get a pack of 10 tiles from Amazon for $15.74+ (available in two colors). The World Gallery is a London-based small business that specializes in an eclectic mix of classic and modern wall art. Promising reviews: "Beautiful print. Can't wait to hang it on the wall." —Lasha Phutkaradze "Amazing quality. It looks absolutely stunning." —Mimma Get it from The World Gallery for $17.91+ (available in 13 sizes). Promising review: "This is a beautiful showerhead, very thin, but feels quite sturdy and heavy. Installation took no more than five minutes. The shower head has a very smooth, highly polished, mirror-like chrome finish. It gives a satisfying showering experience without wasting too much water. Absolutely no leaks whatsoever. Everybody in our family said they liked it. What else is there to say about a showerhead?" —Sadda Reddy Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in three sizes and four finishes). Promising review: "I first saw this lamp at a friend’s friend’s house and immediately knew I wanted one too. After using it for half a year, I’m still very happy with my purchase! It provides plenty of light while creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere in the room. The interchangeable filters are a nice touch — I like switching them out occasionally to keep things fresh, and having three sets included is really convenient. Assembly was quick and straightforward, which is always a plus." —D. Promising review: "I recently did a room renovation and decided to add a chair to add variety to my comfort space. This chair fits my aesthetic perfectly and was so easy to put together! I’m 5'3" and don't have issues with back support. It’s also super comfy." —Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $159.99+ (available in 23 styles). And if that scent combo isn't doing it for you, there are oodles of other ones to choose from! Also, if you're looking for a candle warmer to add an extra touch of ~fancy~, try this reviewer-loved dimmable candle warmer! Lulu Candles is a US-based small business that specializes in scented candles and perfumes. Promising review: "I was staying over at a friend's house and sitting next to her coffee table. She had this candle on the table, and even though it wasn't lit, I could smell it, and it was so delicious that I instantly went online to find it and bought it for myself! If this came in a perfume, I would buy enough to last the rest of my life. I don't know how to even explain the scent, but if you are an amber/patchouli/vanilla fan, this is absolutely for you. The jasmine adds an unbelievable freshness without a flowery scent. I even bought the shampoo and conditioner, which I will probably use as more of a body wash and shaving cream, but that is how desperate I am to get this scent on me!" —Melissa I. Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in seven sizes, in gift box options, in packs of two, and in a variety of scents). Check out a TikTok of the rainbow wineglasses in action. Promising review: "My boyfriend got these for me for my birthday, and I am obsessed with them. The only wineglasses we use! The colors absolutely mesmerized us both when I opened the package…felt like we were looking at a rainbow. They are beautiful to say the least!" —bai Get a set of six from Amazon for $49.95 (available in eight styles). Check out a TikTok of the bowls in action. Promising review: "These are awesome! Perfect thickness (not too thin and not too thick). I love the wavy appearance. Matte black has a sort of sheen to it, and it's just lovely. These look amazing on my open shelving in my black walnut kitchen. They are LARGE, too. Awesome pasta/salad plates." —C. Mah Get a set of four from Amazon for $31.95+ (available in three colors and also in sets of six). Promising review: "These bathroom rugs exceeded my expectations. The teal color is vivid. They are thick and plush with an updated, spa-like feel and appearance. My dog had an accident on one just before my guests were arriving. I had no choice but to toss them in the washer and dryer. I can’t tell it apart from the others that have not been laundered. The non-skid backing really grips the floor. Rugs do not move at all unless picked up and moved. I’m very happy with these rugs. I bought two of the larger ones and one of the smaller ones for the toilet area." —Melissa Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in nine sizes and 21 colors). Promising reviews: "My room is even more aesthetically pleasing with this chic tissue box. Now I can say goodbye to goofy colored and patterned tissue boxes that threw off my stylish vibe! 😂 Highly recommend!" —Samantha "Color, shape, and size are exactly as I expected. Looks great in my contemporary style home office! Highly recommend!!!" —Carole Jane Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in two sizes and 12 colors). Promising review: "I absolutely loved this set! I purchased two, and each set was well worth the price. The packaging was very elegant and gave me a very luxurious feel. I am very pleased with the quality of the set. The added tags for cotton balls/swabs and lotion/soap were also great! Would definitely recommend!" —Ravynn Lenise Hughes Get it from Amazon for $23.49+ (available in six colors). * Things To Make Any Closet In Your House, Well, Better * Easy Ways To Help Make Your Backyard The Best On The Block * Spend A Little, Get A Lot: Home Upgrades That Won't Break Your Budget * Things To Make Your Rental Kitchen Feel More Like A Custom Job * Tips For Hiding All The Parts Of Your Home That Make You Go "Ugh" When You See 'Em * Products That’ll Make Your Home A Dream Home, Even If You Have Zero DIY Skills * Easy Upgrades For Anyone Who Spends A *Lot* Of Time In Their Home Office * These Cozy Finds Will Basically Turn Your Home Into One Big Hug Plus, finds from Article, Etsy, Ikea, Urban Outfitters, Walmart, and Wayfair. Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity. 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.
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