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Ever thought about installing an aerial swing in your house? Allow me to tempt you...

Promising review: "We have been buying up Trivial Pursuit for all generations and when I saw this, I had to try it. My husband (56) loves history and figured it would be fun for us. I was really surprised that our teenaged sons enjoyed this too. There is an element of sabotage that they had a lot of fun with. Will definitely see if there are subsequent kits or versions with new questions. Highly recommend." —J. Roberts 

Psst — if you want to play with your kiddo, there's a family-friendly "Honey the Bunny" mystery, where you'll be solving the case of a missing class pet.  

Promising review: "WOW! We decided this would be a great date night to bring in the New Year! And just wow! We started at 8pm and finished at 2am. Going through the evidence, speculating, theorizing, the plot twists! It was all there! Now we want to host parties and have already ordered the next one! No more watching Dateline and First 48 on date night."—Sharon Myers

Promising review: "I do a lot of miniature models and dollhouse building for fun and I really enjoyed this one. It's fairly easy to put together and the instructions were easy to follow. This type of model has minimal gluing steps since it's mostly snap together pieces — this is nice since it doesn't need time to dry, and it's very easy for beginners. Nice quality of material. Thick wood, and I didn't have any issues with it splintering/cracking. Would recommend for a fun project." —Elsie

Get it from Amazon for $31.99+ (available in 15 styles — including a "Detective" version that has a whole murder mystery inside? OMG).

Promising review: "Perfect for a newbie like me! I’ve never fermented anything before. In fact, I’m quite a picky eater when it comes to food. I have recently come to learn so much more about fermented foods and how healthy they are for is, so I wanted to try it. I followed the cookbook instructions and my first batch of red cabbage was amazing! This kit gave me everything I needed to make my first batch and it was actually edible to me (remember…very picky eater) so it performed its job splendidly!" —Trisha

Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (also available in a kit for wide-mouth jars, plus a smaller kit that comes *with* a jar).

Brewsy is a small business that specializes in affordable, app-enabled cider, wine, and mead kits. 

The kit doesn't come with a jug, so here's one to get you started on your wine journey. 

Promising review: "I've been interested in making my own wine for awhile, but getting started can be costly and time consuming. This kit is a great way to get started for very little money or time. The instructions are easy to follow, and the ability to use any juice at all means you can make some really unique flavors. I have already made one batch of wine using grape juice because I didn't want to get too wild on my first batch. It was sweeter then most red wines I've bought, but tasted great and the alcohol content was at least 12 percent. I base that on my body's reaction after drinking two glasses. I recommend these for yourself or a friend, I think it's a great buy and product." —Maximillian M.

Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (also available in wine and cider varieties).

Psst, if you want a mat — try this one. 

Promising review: "The item shipped quickly and came in one light weight box. The items are all great quality, the grip socks were very comfortable and strong grip for no slips. I love the package of the different levels of elastic bands, this keeps you from having to purchase them separately. Overall this product has been great and nice gift option. Perfect for those just starting out with Pilates and that may need some guidance as it comes with a beginners guide." —Amazon Customer

Get a set from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in four colors). 

Psst — a lot of reviewers use silicone or plastic molds to get specific shapes! 

Promising review: "It’s honestly just a really nice material to work with! If you want to create things with clay, this is definitely a good choice! It’s definitely not for professional use, but I feel like that’s a given? I mean, it is Crayola. But all in all, great for those who want to use it for fun!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $11.24 (available in three sizes and in two colors). 

Promising review: "The designs and colors are the same as shown on Amazon. Finished coasters sparkle, and the vibrant colors create eight very cute cats. There were plenty of beads to complete the project, and adhesion was excellent. Letters and numbers were sharp and easy to follow. I am delighted with these coasters." —PackLeaderJ

Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in four styles). 

Promising review: "It's been a while since I've purchased anything new for diamond painting. I really love to diamond paint, and I especially love the shiny diamonds, but found it incredibly frustrating to paint with them. Wax was always getting stuck and removing the shine. I saw this vacuum pen and immediately thought that there was no way it was going to work, but I've already purchased so many other things, why not one more? I WAS WRONG! It works great! It's perfect for when you checkerboard your gems. I love it! I will say that it is a little noisy, but I always paint with music on so I don't hear it anyway. If you're serious about diamond painting, I suggest you get yourself one of these pens! 💖💖💖" —Finlay

Antelope is a small business that specializes in high-quality, unique jigsaw puzzles. 

Promising review: "This was my first time putting a 1000-piece puzzle together myself. Once I sorted the pieces out in sorting trays (highly recommend), I thought maybe this was a bit much for me. I started it a week ago and worked a little bit each day. I really enjoyed this. The pieces are very good quality. The details and colors are outstanding. I was constantly discovering something new I hadn’t noticed before. I’m actually kinda sad I’m done, but I’ll pack it away and bring it out again in about six months and have fun all over again." —ScubaReader 

Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in seven whimsical designs and in multisets). 

Each kit comes with a simple design, a cotton cloth, a bamboo embroidery hoop, a little scissor, colored threads, embroidery needles, and instructions, so you should be raring to go when it arrives!

Promising review: "I’ve never done anything like this before ... but I like to try new things, and I’ve just recently moved and wanted to decorate my house with some handmade decor. This kit is a great value for the price! It came with the hoop, more than enough thread, and two needles! The printed pattern is very clear and easy to follow, and the little sheet of instructions on what stitch to use and how to do it is clear enough (and anything I don’t understand, I just watch a tutorial on YouTube). I’m about three hours into the project already, and I didn’t want to put it down last night." —Abby

Get it from Amazon for $7.99 (available in 26 patterns and colors).

Back To The Roots is a California-based small business founded by two college friends that specializes in indoor gardening kits with a mission to reconnect families to food.

Promising review: "This product has been so much fun to watch! I followed the directions, exactly as written, and the mushrooms began growing within 3–4 days. I will say that I did soak them for close to 10 hours before putting them back in the box to grow and I believe this helped a ton. I also kept the box inside by a window with the blinds closed in order for them to get indirect sunlight. The mushrooms grew tremendously for almost a week before they started to shrink so I clipped them to cook with and they were DELICIOUS! This was such a fun product and process to watch." —Steph Card

Check out a TikTok of the cocktail book in action. 

Promising review: "This book has easily become one of my favorites. Great base knowledge and would recommend to anyone seeking to further educate themselves on spirits and cocktails. Even the first few pages is full of useful information. Purchase this for yourself or even as a gift. I cannot say enough good things about this book." —Adriana

Stealth Fitness is a small business that specializes in unique at-home fitness equipment. 

Here's what BuzzFeeder Mallory Mower says about this gizmo: "Getting a Stealth board was the very best thing that has happened to me during quarantine. Mixing the fun of games on your phone with the natural endorphins you get from exercising is, to put it lightly, genius. I have two in my home, and my husband and I compete daily to see who can last the longest. My favorite game is the paragliding challenge; he's into the planet-blasting space adventure. Nerd."

Promising review: "Fantastic purchase to solve the boring plank exercises after a year of doing them. This has a quick, easy, simple hit-it-and-forget-it daily with a game, three-minute max, and great results. Much improved core strength, reduce lower back pain, and a high five from my doctor. Highly recommend this for those in need of core buildup and help to manage the time to fit this into a daily schedule." —James Corey

Get it from Amazon for $89+ (originally $129+ — clip the coupon for the sale price; available in two styles). 

Promising review: "Received this the other day and the wife and I had our own sushi night at home...I did not realize there were two mats in the package which was a nice little surprise...everything is made of good quality materials, easy to use and a good fun activity for date night at home. I will be getting a few more as gifts for a few friends...good product, received it quickly and for the price you cannot go wrong." —Timothy J Stegner

This book is designed to lay flat, btw. 

Promising review: "Puzzle Mania is everything I hoped it would be, clever, challenging, and unbelievably fun. Joel Fagliano brings the same brilliance from his New York Times puzzles into this book. Each puzzle feels fresh and original, with just the right balance of difficulty and satisfaction. I found myself saying 'just one more,' and suddenly an hour had flown by. It’s now my favorite way to unwind and sharpen my mind. Perfect for puzzle lovers of any level!" —AlexS

Microfleur is a small business that specializes in unique flower-pressing products. 

Promising review: "Such a unique and easy-to-use product. I preserve dried flowers in resin, and this has been such a time saver. In literally minutes, you have a perfectly preserved flower. I’ve never had any burned or overcooked flowers doing it this way and it definitely beats pressing them in a book. I can’t wait to buy these as gifts for a few other plant lovers in my life." —Jessie

Each kit includes two wood carving blocks (one cherry and one basswood), a carving knife, sharpening supplies, a template, and three types of sandpaper.

Promising review: "What a fun and relaxing project. Very easy to accomplish a bird figure with this kit. This is a very beginner-friendly project, and also fun for experienced carvers. The instructions are straightforward and easy to follow, with pictures to guide you through the process. Everything you need to carve, sand, and finish the bird is provided conveniently in the kit. I really enjoyed crafting a bird figure with the kit and recommend this for anyone who wants to get into wood carving or is looking for an easy project for the weekend. Have fun and don't forget to strop the carving knife often to maintain a sharp cutting edge." —J.leprgoblichaun

And check out lots of other fun finds on BaubleBar's Amazon storefront! 

Promising review: "I’ve been a BaubleBar customer for years and was thrilled to see this kit available. It’s even better in person! The beads are adorable, and everything feels so high-quality. I originally bought it as a Christmas gift for my daughter, but now I’m tempted to get one for myself too. Definitely keeping this in mind for future birthday gifts for her and my friends!" —Dolss

Each kit includes four types of organic seeds (Norway Spruce, Royal Poinciana, Blue Jacaranda, and Rocky Mountain Pine), four biodegradable growing pots, four expanding-soil discs, four bamboo plant markers, one bonsai clipper, and an instruction booklet.

Promising review: "I love this. My bonsai has already sprouted and it's coming along nicely. The best thing about this product is the customer service. They actually take an interest in how things are going and are willing to help you through anything. They respond personally, no form letters, and they give heartfelt responses to your questions and comments. This is definitely one of my best purchases." —G Eckberg

Each kit includes four natural crystal-filled geodes, one pair of safety goggles, one display stand, and one learning guide.

Promising review: "I’m an adult in my 30s, but I was such a rock nerd as a kid, so when I saw this kit, I knew I had to buy it! I ended up buying it for myself and my adult siblings as a Christmas present — we had so much fun cracking open the rocks on Christmas Day, it brought be back to my childhood! Highly recommend this kit. You get a lot of rocks for the price, and it’s so fun cracking open a rock and discovering what’s inside." —Anna

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three kit sizes).

Reviewers recommend purchasing separate mounting hardware for the best results.

Promising review: "I’ve missed being able to go to my trapeze yoga class regularly, so I’ve been looking for a good setup for my home. This product was easy to install and so far so good." —Chelsea Spaulding

Get it from Amazon for  $44.99+ (available in three colors). 

Promising review: "This is everything you could want for an introduction to the art of origami! It has clear instructions, a variety of options and paper too! This has been an entertainment piece for the family for a few nights, as the kids want to try new projects each time. Fun for all!" —Bookbum

Promising review: "Honestly, I saw this tarot deck and thought I needed this for ha ha’s. But man. This deck’s images are hilarious. It’s so much fun, and I felt so drawn to it as soon as it was in my hands. I am smitten over these kittens. 😍 10,000% worth the purchase!" —Kathryn Taniyo

Psst — Coco Wyo has a *ton* of other cozy stress relief coloring books with different themes in their Amazon storefront! 

Another psst — you can pick up a cult-fave colored pencil set on Amazon for $11.89! 

Promising review: "This coloring book is a wonderful way to unwind and de-stress. The illustrations feature familiar, cozy corners that are both charming and relaxing to color. The designs are intricate enough to keep you engaged but not overly complicated, making it perfect for both adults and teens. The quality of the paper is great, holding up well to colored pencils, markers, and gel pens. I love how each page feels like a little escape, and coloring them has become a therapeutic routine." —Ali El-Khatib

Promising review: "Got these just to have a change of pace in my sketchbook. Kids loved them as well. They are fun to use. They write and draw smoothly. Great for any aged artist." —angela

Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $4.99. 

The kit comes with three different numbered canvas designs, seven paint pots, a mini brush, and an easel.

Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and what a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m

This kit comes with tools, instructions, the pellet, and a guide to help match the bones to their possible species of origin. 

Promising review: "My 7-year-old biologist loved this product. It took him a couple of days of frequent, intermittent focus to completely excavate the entirety of the pellet. He loved guessing via the booklet what animal each bone belonged to. There was no smell, and the packaging was nice. It contained tools, instructions, and the pellet. It was very interesting to see and dig and spot bones and fur, we even found a still whole ear, we think. WE love it and will buy again soon!" —ChaiChaiTrain

Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in three sizes; also available in multipacks). 

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