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36 Things You Should Just Buy Yourself *Now* Instead Of Waiting To Get 'Em As A Gift
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BuzzFeed and our publishing partners may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the links on this page. Read More Because if you want a capybara night-light, you should probably just buy a capybara night-light. Life is too short to keep a running list of things you hope someone else will eventually buy for you. If a giant pretzel floatie, thong bookmark, shark onesie, or dead dinosaur-inspired perfume is going to make you smile, you might as well click "add to cart" and call it a day. This night-light can be turned on by tapping or squeezing it. It has two brightness settings and turns off automatically after 20 minutes. The listing has other fun shapes, like a pizza, a lucky cat, and a unicorn. Promising review: "Cute night-light for any capybara lover. Gives off a good amount of light and it’s not too bright or overpowering." —jaydynomite Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in nine other styles). Promising review: "These, as well as the other two books in the set, are easily the most beautiful stickers I’ve ever seen or used, and for significantly less than you’d be spending on stickers this pretty on Etsy, or anywhere else. —Layla Get it from Amazon for $13.69 (also available in book and dream themes). Promising review: "This mini pottery wheel was great for my daughter, and we had a blast playing with it. It was a bit of a learning curve at first, but we figured it out. I wish the pottery we made could be bigger. Maybe this is just a beginner's kind of device, but it sparked my interest so much that I want to get something larger now and do some real pottery. Overall, it was worth it." —Jason Custodio Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in regular or deluxe, which doubles the number of projects). Promising review: "My blooms lasted for three weeks with this copper heart. It’s not only beautiful, but it miraculously works! I could not believe how long the flowers my husband sent lasted. I usually get one week at best with plant food. Having fresh blooms around makes me calmer and happier. I am actually still in shock at how well this simple little copper heart worked. I felt like it warranted a 5-star review. A+ product!" —LPB Get it from Amazon for $10.99 (available in two shapes). You can opt for notifications when birds come to visit (reviewers note that this can be overwhelming if you have a lot of birds in the area) and save videos for later. The videos are high-def and have night vision, so you can see every feather on that cardinal's head. Promising review: "Got this for my 95-year-old dad. He loves watching the birds come to visit, and I get to watch his feed from my home, too. I recommend this for any bird lover." —Cathy W Get it from Amazon for $129.99+ (available in two colors). Note: Reviewers mention that you should size up. Promising review: "I got this for my son, and since the day it came in, he's barely taken it off long enough for me to wash and dry it. He even sleeps in it. Needless to say, he really likes it! Great quality, too." —Jessica flores Get it from Amazon for $19.90+ (available in sizes XS–XXXL). Promising review: "This squishy looks so real that my husband was wondering why I was squeezing a stick of butter! It has just the right amount of tackiness, and the scent is pleasant." —davidandnina Get a pack of three from Amazon for $11.20. Tamalitoz is a Latinx- and queer-owned business based in Texas. This ribbon-style candy is filled with a mild chili lime seasoning, making for a tangy, sweet treat. It was started in a tiny candy store in Mexico City by husband-and-husband team, Jack and Dec. Promising review: "I once tried these after seeing them on a checkout line, and now I am completely in love. They are the perfect mixture of sweet, spicy, and salty! Since I go through them pretty fast, this is a great way to get all the flavors for a good price at once. They tend to get stuck together in transit, especially when traveling in Florida, but I’ve never had trouble separating them by gently patting the bag. If these candies pique your interest, go ahead and buy them!" —Katie See more floral options from Lego's Botanicals line. Promising review: "This is a great gift for anyone who loves flowers. They are as sturdy as they get since they're Legos, and although they do take a while to build, it's a very fulfilling process. Love it and would set it aside as something to gift to several people at any point. They look beautiful!!" —Gaby Promising review: "Great game! Our whole family loves it! Our 5-year-old played it with cousins and grandparents, and they had a blast. It's quick and easy to set up and play. Makes for a nice after-supper game play. My child loves to 'fling poo' to knock people's pigeons over. There's value in learning to count, read, practice sportsmanship, and learning to roll with unpredictability packed into a quick, funny game involving collecting pigeons." —Amazon Customer Promising review: "I broke up the three-pack and gave one pen as a gift for a class gift exchange and put the other two in a stocking for Christmas. Good quality and approved by both the 8-year-old and 49-year-old husband, who is a kid at heart! Definitely recommend." —Kindle Customer Get a set of three from Amazon for $16.99. Promising review: "My friends and family all know how terrible I am at waking up in the morning. Every alarm clock I have ever used has been defeated by my quick 'hit snooze button' reflexes. So much so that I find myself rushing for the door more often than I'd like. All that changed when I found Clocky. CLOCKY WORKS! Clocky moves, so I can't get comfortable or used to where the snooze button is placed. I easily carry Clocky to any room in the house I choose to get cozy, relax, and watch some TV until I fall asleep on a work night. I LOVE CLOCKY and highly recommend giving it a chance because you will fall in love with the results. I am now actively waking up at the original time I set my alarm to and also staying up so I can have a productive day. Get Clocky and save your day! ☆☆☆☆☆" —Valued Customer Get it from Amazon for $25.05+ (available in 11 colors). Promising review: "I bought this for my partner and he felt that it was too heavy. I, ON THE OTHER HAND, fell in LOVE with this product. It’s definitely more on the expensive side, but it’s so worth it. Especially if you have migraines, because it feels like someone is hugging your eyes/face. It feels so amazing. In the mornings, my room gets so bright and always wakes me up, so I use this and instantly fall back asleep. And I LOVE that you can put it in the freezer; it feels so amazing. Also, I like to sleep on my side with my head elevated and this thing does not slide down. It feels so comfortable. If you’ve been contemplating, definitely get it — it’s worth the splurge!" —Michael Get it from Amazon for $38+ (available in six colors and two fabrics). Promising review: "This is the best float ever!!! It's a tad hard to inflate, but nothing wild. My son and I love this because we can both float together, and I can even put my legs through the third hole to lie back and float. I'd definitely buy this again; it's so cute and seems pretty sturdy." —steph & tom Get it from Amazon for $21.50 (also available in 17 other styles). Promising review: "I got this cat bed as a gift for my sibling, whose cat is a Big Boy at 17 pounds. I bought the biggest size available, and it's more than big enough for him. He loved sleeping in it at first, but now he just sleeps on top of it, so it's kind of...not as banana-shaped? Regardless, he loves it, so mission accomplished. An excellent banana!" —ADrops Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in three sizes). Otter Finds is a Florida–based small biz with all sorts of quirky home decor and desk toys. Promising review: "I had a sandbox just like this as a kid. Now I have one just like it for my desk. Nostalgic, satisfying, fun. Thank you!" —Brooke Get it from Otter Finds on Etsy for $19.99+ (available in three sizes). Promising review: "I don’t know what it is about this fragrance, but I love it so much! It is unique for sure, but it reminds me of summer days in a garage, which sounds weird, but that’s what it makes me think of. But then, as that begins to fade, it turns into a great, clean scent. It is the most unique perfume I own, and I own a lot of perfumes (over 100). Snif is an amazing brand!" —Jill T Get it from Snif for $25+ (available in two sizes). PS: If you're not a plant person, reviewers say it also works for pens, makeup brushes, perfume samples, matchbooks, and more. It comes from small biz Ban.do. Promising review: "I love everything about this! The size, the quality, and the glossy finish! Double thumbs up!" —Stevie 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 $8.99 (also available as cable ties). Trang Socks is a small business that also sells other book accessories like book trackers and page holders. Get it from Trang Socks on Etsy for $10.98+ (originally $19.97+; available in nine colors and with or without a charm). Promising review: "Soooo pretty and makes the room dance with glittery disco spots. It’s such a whimsical little addition to the plant window." —KB Promising review: "These are not only the cutest bag clips out there, but also are super sturdy! They function well and are easy to open and close." —Lindsay S. Get a pack of four from Amazon for $7.99 (also available in five other designs). Sands Game Co is a small business that sells a handful of Survivor-inspired puzzles. Promising review: "We purchased this as a game to play at an upcoming family reunion. I am the designated tester, and I had fun putting the puzzle together. Looking forward to sharing it at the reunion this summer!" —Julia Get it from Sands Game Co on Etsy for $24.99. Nebula Colors is a small business that specializes in unique home decor. Promising review: "Absolutely obsessed! I have seen plastic ones, and well, ceramic is definitely a much better option. Beautiful quality, lots of compliments!" —Kate Promising review: "I purchased the translucent wax seal stickers for my homemade greeting cards to add a seal to the envelope. These stickers do not look like stickers, they look like real wax seals, but better. I love them! Great adhesive that truly sticks well." —Sephina Shimizu Get a pack of 72 or 108 stickers from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three styles). Promising review: "I love the uniqueness of these watering tools! They sparkle subtly in the sunshine and provide me with the peace that I can go a few days without watering! Well designed, and I would buy from this seller again!" —Laura Get a set of two from Amazon for $11.99. Hobo Printing is a Milwaukee, Wisconsin–based small business. Promising review: "I am slowly creating my bookshelf — SO CUTE!! The little figure up top is magnetic, too — AMAZING. Super lightweight and good quality! Also shipped EXTREMELY FAST — I TOTALLY RECOMMEND!!" —isabella joanis Get it from Hobo Printing on Etsy for $18 (available in four colors and your choice of four charms). I (Bek) love these towels! I use them in my bathroom, and the pop of color really helps with the otherwise dreary look of the gray tiles. I rent, so finding easy ways to brighten the space is key. Promising review: "They're soft, fluffy, and vibrant. They're the perfect hand towels for your bathroom or your kitchen. Worth every single penny." —Carter James Get a pack of four from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four colors or a mixed pack). Promising review: "These are a very fun alternative shelf option in our RV. We needed a place to put our books and iPads. I even use it for my phone at night. The style fits perfectly, and also these were easy to assemble." —Frankly Just Nikki MiaBOWstyle is a small business that makes the cutest homemade plushies. Promising review: "These animal cracker pillows are everything! So adorable, always make me smile." —Lauren Get it from MiaBOWstyle on Etsy for $31.92+ (originally $39.90+; available in three animals and two colors). Promising review: "Good size, lights up very well. Changes colors easily by just opening and closing the book. Very nice light." —RKC Loam is a Black woman–owned small-batch candle company that draws inspiration from founder and urban farmer Jessica White’s time spent in gardens around Los Angeles. Promising review: "You NEED this. This product is AMAZING. When I run errands, I hate bringing both a water bottle and a coffee tumbler. This product solves that issue. I ran it through my dishwasher to clean it, and the plastic didn’t morph at all. 10/10 recommend!" —Megan Huffman Get it from Amazon for $15.99 (available in two colors). You can also find a matching olive necklace here. Notte Jewelry is a small business owned by Jessica Tse, a former accessories trend director. Get it from Notte Jewelry for $38+ (available in one or two earrings). Promising review: "This is an ideal toiletry bag. A lot of space inside and has a zipper on the top. It’s not too soft to wear. It isn’t durable once it’s zipped and has a few things in it. It sits very nicely. It’s good for travel. It seems like it will be very durable. Good price for this item." —Maria Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in single bags or sets of three). Promising review: "I got these because I needed a way to cut open a packet that a medication I take comes in. I've now just decided to take them all out of said packaging and put the pills in a small container. Go figure. BUT I still use these all the time. They're small but mighty. They cut through cardboard like a dream. And of course they're super cute! Who doesn't want cute stuff? I do. They're great for on-the-go because they're small and you can attach them to a keychain. I love them." —realhorrorshow * Good-Vibes-Only Purchases If You’re In Desperate Need Of A Mood Boost * Cute Little Treats That’ll Give You The Same Thrill As Picking Out A Gift At The Dentist’s Office As A Kid * Under-$10 Buys You’ll Be Obsessed With This Summer * Just 36 Things You Probably Never Thought To Buy (But Absolutely Should) * Things You Can Buy Because You're An Adult And Make Your Own Decisions Plus, finds from Amazon, Urban Outfitters, and Walmart. 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. Reviews in this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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