
37 Oh-So-Clever Products You'll Want In Your Kitchen *ASAP*
This brownie pan with a built-in divider is about to save you *oodles* of time and effort.
1. A set of stick-on appliance sliders for anyone who ends up playing games of Appliance Tetris on their counters every morning — these padded, elevated sliders attach to the bottom of large gizmos, making it simple to ease them across counters (and prevent them from getting wet at the bottom if water spills nearby)!
Check out a TikTok of the appliance sliders in action.
Promising review: "These are a game changer! I have some heavy appliances like my espresso machine and reverse osmosis filter that I hate to pull out to fill with water. These tiny sliders have been incredible! Immediately better, and so far (about three months in) no issues at all. Still gliding!" — sara
Get a set of 24 from Amazon for $9.99 (available in five sizes).
2. A snap-on pasta strainer to free your pasta from its hot juices straight from the pot, and spare you storage space to boot. (Is it just me, or are colanders always in the business of being exactly in the way of whatever it is you need?) Psst — these are also a game changer for washing your fruit, too!
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Kitchen Gizmos is a small business that specializes in kitchen accessories.
Promising review:"I've owned this for about six months, and I couldn't imagine cooking without it. I hate strainers. They are bulky and fill up the dishwasher. I'm lazy, whatever. This strainer is a lifesaver. Clip it on your pan, strain, and voila! And it is so easy to clean. A little hot water and it's good to go for the next round. I highly recommend this gadget. It will retire your current strainer." — Viola Evens
Get it from Amazon for $16.29 (available in six colors).
3. A set of adorable pastel "unbreakable" deep plates perfect for anyone who wants to be practical, but doesn't want to sacrifice on prettiness. These chic plates are unexpectedly lightweight, but are still dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe for up to three minutes.
Promising review: "These are microwaveable and light to carry. Love the colors. Wish they were available in one color only, but I can't complain. I primarily bought these for microwave purposes. But can be used for salads, hot soup, etc. Also it's an in-between size like a medium. Just right for me." — M. Zolnosky
Get a set of four from Amazon for $8.99 (also available as bowls!).
4. An internet-beloved OXO measuring cup with transparent measurements on the side *and* angled in the middle so you can see exactly how much you're measuring from a bird's-eye view.
It also comes equipped with a soft grip handle and a deeply convenient angled nozzle, and is dishwasher-safe!
Promising review:"Our old liquid measuring cups were beginning to get worn and very hard to read. I had seen these angled measuring cups before and wanted to give them a try, so I bought two (2-cup versions) to replace our existing cups. I've only gotten to use them a handful of times, but I can already tell you they are better than traditional measuring cups. In my opinion, this is the only way measuring cups should be made in the future." — SK
Get it from Amazon for $10.95.
5. A stainless-steel sandwich cutter and sealer for anyone with Uncrustables tastes and a mortal human budget. Now you can make your own at home in batches and freeze them — and better yet, customize them so they're stuffed with your favorite brands of peanut butter and jelly or meats and cheeses. It's an Uncrustable, but make it cheap and bougie.
You can also freeze the leftover crusts to make bread pudding, French toast sticks, bread crumbs, and stuffing! Or just go to clown town and eat them right then. 😋
Promising review:"What a game changer for saving money compared to buying the Uncrustables in the store. They are ridiculously overpriced, and with this thing, you can make them at a fraction of the cost. It's really simple to use and works really well. Also, it's very easy to clean, although I would keep it out of the dishwasher to avoid rust. This thing crimps the edges of the bread really well, so there is no spillage or leakage. It works just as well with Nutella as it does with deli meats and cheeses. There's a little learning curve as far as where to put your ingredients, but once you get the hang of it, it's super easy." — Josh Fowler
Get it from Amazon for $13.99.
6. A reviewer-beloved veggie chopper to make you feel like a golden god in your kitchen — this gadget julienne, chops, spiralizes, and slices vegetables in an instant and has a built-in storage container to hold the chopped veggies so you can pour them into a pan or dish without any mess.
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Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action.
Fullstar is a small business established in 2017 that specializes in kitchen gadgets.
Promising review:"Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $24.97 (clip the $5 off coupon on the product page for this price).
7. And a genius 2-in-1 knife and cutting board perfect for all your quick chopping needs that don't require a whole production of cutting boards. This scissor-like contraption lets you slice against a flat surface for easier use, then slide your veggies into a bowl or on top of a dish in a flash.
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Ronan is a small business that specializes in multipurpose tools for home use.
Promising review:"This is a kitchen must-have. We use it all the time — it's so easy to use that even our kids use it. Very durable blade that continues to perform and get value for your money." — Dawn R.
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
8. A rectangular lazy Susan to turn you into a legitimate fridge wizard by holding *way* more than the traditional round version. This features 360-degree rotation, so when you install it in the fridge, you can easily access condiments and foods at the "back" by spinning them closer to yourself. No more accidentally dumping pickle jars on your unsuspecting feet!!
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Check out a TikTok of the rectangular Lazy Susan in action.
Promising review: "This thing is great! It is sturdier if it has a lot of weight on it or at least if the weight is evenly distributed. Totally helps to keep from 'losing things' at the back of the fridge. I'm buying three more as gifts." — Reviewer
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
9. A ring can opener, because holy SMOKES can those be annoying to open. Reviewers swear by this for getting a quick and easy grip without wrecking their nails or cutting themselves on the edges of the lid. It's also a super handy tool for people with arthritis and joint pain.
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Promising review: "It does the job it's supposed to do. I was cutting my hand trying to open cans. This allows me to get a better grip on the little loopy thing, and gives me leverage to open the can." — P. Alscher
Get it from Amazon for $6.98.
10. A delightfully efficient wooden bread bow knife to get you easy, perfectly sliced cuts of thick breads like sourdough loaves and baguettes every time. Your fancy sandwich game is about to get out of control.
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Check out a TikTok of the bread bow knife in action.
Promising review: "I recently purchased a bread knife, and it has become an essential tool in my kitchen. The serrated blade effortlessly slices through various types of bread, providing clean and even cuts. The ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable grip, making it easy to maneuver. It's a reliable and efficient addition to my kitchen arsenal, highly recommended for anyone who loves fresh, perfectly sliced bread." — Mykayla Stump
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
11. A revolving spice rack complete with 20 matching jars already labeled and filled with spices — truly an item so functional that you'd bring a small tear to Ina Garten's eye. Extreme bonus: this product comes with a code to get free refills on the spices for FIVE CALENDAR YEARS.
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This includes whole allspice, mustard seed, marjoram, black pepper, basil, garlic salt, coriander, caraway seed, dill weed, Italian seasoning, poultry seasoning, thyme, rosemary, savory, oregano, parsley, bay leaves, crushed mint, celery salt, and pizza seasonings. That's a whole lot of spiced deliciousness for one price.
Promising review:"Do I feel like a chef!?! I have never owned a spice rack before. I totally forgot that this one came with the spices included, as well as, a code for refills (you just pay shipping). I love this sleek chrome design. It looks great on my counter." — Heather
Get it from Wayfair for $42.07 (originally $60).
12. A handy brownie dividing pan so you can flex during the next cozy movie night by presenting your friends with perfectly crisp-on-the-outside, gooey-on-the-inside brownies all in uniform sizes and shapes. Those chumps with ordinary pans could NEVER.
Um, I'm obsessed with this pan. I make those gooey three-layer brownies that are cookie dough on the bottom, Oreos in the middle, and either brownie or Nutella on top, and I famously underbake them because salmonella doesn't apply to me. Which is to say, usually when I make these it's a big gooey mess and my friends have to dig in with a spoon and it's less inviting for guests to take one. With this tray it was SO easy to put the batter in, stick the divider on top, and bake individual small bars. it was completely nonstick, and it was easy to pull the divider out once everything was cooked. The uniform brownies were a huge hit at a party!
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
13. A set of "wine wands" to remove sulfates and histamines from your beloved cheap Pinots in as little as three minutes, basically making "not getting a hangover" your new superpower.
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Read more about sulfite allergies and wine at Cleveland Clinic.
PureWine is a small business that specializes in wine accessories.
Promising review:"What a difference these have made in my life. With my allergies, it was impossible to enjoy a glass or two of wine without nasty side effects: stuffy nose, red face, and headaches. Now, I can have a glass of wine and not have to dart to a package of antihistamine! Makes a great gift. Even thinking of splitting a box into stocking stuffers. Each wand is individually wrapped. Have purchased these several times and will continue to do so." — KellyH
Get a set of three from Amazon for $11.99.
14. A set of fast-acting Keurig cleaner pods you can simply put through a cycle on the machine to get rid of all the crusted-on grinds and residue that are *definitely* affecting the taste of your coffee, even if you haven't noticed over time.
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Quick & Clean is a small business that specializes in coffee machine cleaning products.
Promising review:"I had no idea that cleaning a Keurig was a thing. I bought these because I saw them on TikTok, believe it or not. I wanted to give it a go because my Keurig isn't that old and I didn't think it would do anything. IT WORKS SO WELL! My Keurig wasn't as nasty as some I've seen, lucky. I would highly recommend, keeps everything running correctly and clean." — Lauren
Get a set of six from Amazon for $9.95.
15. And a set of universal reusable K-cup pods so not only will you cut down on environmental waste, but you can get reeeeal picky about exactly what blends you're brewing into your beloved cuppa every morning. We are all officially getting too old not to have Annoyingly Specific Coffee Preferences, and this is here to help us on that journey.
Promising review: "Works great for my Keurig. I feel better not throwing away all those pods! Love the pod measuring scoop! The pods work great and are easy to use and clean. I just open the pod top and tap the bottom of the pod over the garbage to empty. Great value for money." — Kindle Customer
Get a set of four from Amazon for $12.95 (also available with a scoop).
16. A slim organizer tray for your cutlery to save you so much drawer space that you'll feel like you just opened an extra pocket in the time-space-fork continuum. No more jamming the messy drawer shut and praying it stays that way, y'all!
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Here's what BuzzFeeder Chelsea Stuart has to say about it:" I'm a little embarrassed about how often I think about it. For the first week we owned it, my boyfriend and I both commented daily on what a smart design it is, how much room it freed up in our drawer, and how we wished we knew about it sooner. If you — like me — are at that stage in your late 20s where practical, problem-solving products put a ridiculously wide smile on your face, I'm sure you'll love it."
Promising review: "New way to organize your silverware that has a sleek design. TikTok made me buy this! It's a perfect design to not have as much clutter in your drawer. Great for ADHD people to see exactly what silverware is in which slot with the tiny pictures indicating a knife a spoon a fork!" — Haley Lutz
Get it from Amazon for $9.69.
17. A handy dandy condiment fork with a holder you can wrap right around a jar of olives or pickles so it'll always be at your disposal when you suddenly *need* a pickle but don't want to put your hands in the jar. This is also great for late-night snacking shenanigans, since you won't wake up half the house looking for a clean fork.
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Check out a TikTok of the condiment fork in action.
Promising review: "Great kitchen item. Forks are great to get pickles out of the jar, but if you have kids/lazy people (lol) you know that dirty hands are going into that jar. 😉 This has really prevented that from happening. It comes with two different rings to fit whatever size jar, a stabber holder, and a stabbing stick." — Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $6.99.
18. " Ever Toast," a wildly clever plate for toast and grilled sandwiches that keeps your meal elevated so it doesn't get all soggy on the bottom. Now you can take your time eating your toasted grub get that oh-so-satisfying CROOONNNCHHH in every bite.
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Ever Toast is a small business that specializes in unique dinner plates.
Promising review: "GENIUSSSSS. Thiss product is NECESSARY if you hate soggy sandwiches, pizzas, waffles! Works great, keeps everything crispy and toast, we love it here! And for two plates it's a great price!" — Paolo Rivas
Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.99.
19. A collapsible Magic Mushroom funnel so you can feel like an enchanted forest nymph while you funnel your coffee, wine, baking ingredients, or mystical potions.
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Check out a TikTok of the magic mushroom funnel in action.
Promising review: "I am obsessed with this funnel!!! I juice a lot of citrus and juices for cocktails, and this little guy is the perfect size for bottling. It's beyond cute and really great quality. I'm always hesitant about buying silicone items, as I don't want them to be too thin. This is perfect! Sturdy and cute! Can't get better than that! The perfect addition to any cottagecore kitchen!" — Abbey Klem
Get it from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in two sizes).
20. A Mason jar-inspired cold brew coffee maker to save you (*crunches numbers*) one bajillion dollars at coffee shops, and a whole lot of time to boot. All you have to do is put your favorite coffee grounds in this pitcher and let them steep overnight. Be the cool, aloof barista with amazing cold brew on tap you want to see in the world!
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Promising review: "Smooth coffee. This is the best way to have coffee without the acid and still have the caffeine. Easy to use and so much cheaper than buying cold brew coffee. I have bought several over the years for friends. I've owned mine now for four years and still love it." — Terry
Get it from Amazon for $19.49+ (available in five colors and two sizes).
21. A leaf-shaped herb and kale stripper you can use for easy meal prepping when "all things delicious and green" are on the menu. It even features a curved edge for easy herb chopping.
Promising review: "This is one of those random kitchen gadgets that you would never even think about existing, but it's brilliant! We grew kale in our garden, and I was spending way too much time cutting the leaves off the stems, then I stumbled across this tool being suggested on a blog. I immediately ordered one and was very impressed! It saves me so much time stripping those leaves. I also use it for rosemary, oregano, and other herbs." — Elaine S.
Get it from Amazon for $5.95.
22. A cleverly designed 3-in-1 gap cleaning brush that anyone with an emotional support water bottle (or 10) needs immediately. This gets all the trapped gunk in your water bottle's lid and other crevices out super fast and effectively, so you can sip your bevvies without a side of "ick."
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Promising review: "I have a number of Yeti and other lidded mugs, cups, and glasses I use at the office and clean out in the communal break room sink. I could see a buildup that I just couldn't get to in the lids, and it was grossing me out! This little tool does the trick! It gets in between the rubber ridges in the rings, all around the lip of the cups and lids, and cleans everything from milk residue to lipstick smudges. I have been using it five days a week for several weeks now, and no signs of wear on the tool. Cleans up great, dries well, does the job." — Alfie
Get it from Amazon for $8.99 (available in six colors and multipacks).
23. A magnetic microwave cover perfect for anyone whose Panera soup obsession is a little *too* well documented over every surface inside of their microwave. This conveniently sticks to the top of your microwave so you can pop it right off whenever you're looking to tear up some broccoli cheddar on a wild Tuesday night.
Hover Cover is a small business that specializes in microwave covers for home kitchen use.
Check out a TikTok of the microwave cover in action.
Promising review:"If you live in a small space like I do, this will seriously change your life. No longer do I have to struggle to find somewhere to put my cover if I'm heating up a cup of coffee. Just attach it to the roof of your microwave. Hopefully, you have a flat surface; check before you buy. There is a slight learning curve as to where to put it or the force or lack thereof needed, but after a couple of times, it's second nature. Love, love, love this product. I'm probably going to get some for Christmas presents next year, it's one of those items that you wouldn't necessarily buy for yourself, but it will change your life." — Rachel
Get it from Amazon for $22.94 (also available in two-packs).
24. A set of dishwasher-cleaning tablets you can pop into a cycle with your dirty dishes to wipe out all the extra grime and that funky smell you can never seem to get rid of no matter how hard you try. You don't even need to scrub — these do all the work for you!
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Promising review:"Saved me from buying a new dishwasher! I have to admit that I was skeptical that this product was actually going to do anything. I've noticed my dishwasher wasn't cleaning dishes very well lately, and I did everything I could to get it working properly again, but was ready to finally give up and buy a new dishwasher. I bought these tablets thinking they were designed to eliminate odors, but I was willing to give them a shot before buying a whole new dishwasher. I put one in the bottom of the dishwasher last night per the instructions and woke up to completely clean dishes for the first time in weeks. They look perfect. I don't know why these tablets work but they absolutely did and I am a happy customer!" — B. Turner
Get a six-pack from Amazon for $8.98.
25. A flowerpot-shaped lemon juicer designed to flex on all your other kitchen tools — it's not only really good at its job, but it looks gosh darn adorable doing it.
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Promising review: "Cute, quirky, and fun to use! Lemonade is quickly made. It looks so good I leave it on the counter." — Stephaniep
Get it from Amazon for $14.90.
26. A wineglass-washing dishwasher attachment that keeps your glassware nice and secure so you can continue to have your "pretending I'm Olivia Pope while holding a glass of wine and yelling at the president" Friday nights with your favorite glasses safe and squeaky clean.
Wine Wash Co. is a woman-owned small business that specializes in dishwasher attachments.
Promising review: "I had a hard time finding wine glass holders for my dishwasher. My previous dishwasher had built-in holders, but my current dishwasher does not. I got tired of having wine glasses break during dishwashing cycles. These holders are sturdy and fit the bill for standard glasses. They can fold up when not in use. I would not use them for expensive Waterford crystal wine glasses, but they are perfect for everyday glasses. A must-have for wine drinkers!" — Alicia
Get a set of four from Amazon for $15.
27. A GarlicZoom garlic chopper perfect for anyone out here who doesn't measure garlic with a recipe, but with their heart (and all their other organs, probably). This teensy gadget easily minces and dispenses garlic without the hullabaloo of a cutting board and knife, saving you prep time *and* cleanup time.
Promising review: "I never thought I'd find a garlic chopper that would change my life, but the Chef'n GarlicZoom did just that! The compact size makes it easy to store, and the best part? No more smelly hands! The odor-free hands feature is a game changer. All in all, if you're looking for a kitchen tool that will make your life easier, the GarlicZoom XL is the way to go!" — Cheryl S.
Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in three sizes).
28. An "Angry Mama" microwave cleaner that uses vinegar and water to blow hot steam into your microwave oven and loosen up all the old food and stains in a mere seven minutes (approximately two Lizzo songs, if anyone's keeping track).
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Check out a Tiktok of the "Angry Mama" microwave cleaner in action.
Promising review:"This product is so amazing, I'm going to get one for all of my children. I am a teacher, and I let my students use my microwave. Usually it takes me half an hour of scrubbing after 31 students have made popcorn, and heated up lunches. This time I used the product, and I literally spent less than one minute just wiping down the microwave!!! I will now keep one in my classroom, and one at my home. A miracle product that actually does what it says, remarkable!!!" — Desiree Barlow
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four styles).
29. An under-cabinet lid opener for anyone who doesn't feel like playing another rousing game of "knock on the neighbor's door to see if someone can open this damn Nutella jar" (don't look at me!!). This is also an excellent space saver compared to other manual lid openers, and causes way less wrist strain!
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Check out BuzzFeed's overview of the EZ Off Jar Opener.
Promising review:"I saw this item on TikTok. Yeap. I am so glad I got it! I have trouble opening jars and bottles and this has been awesome. It works great. I followed the suggestion from other reviewers and installed it under the cabinet with the bottom of the 'V' facing away from the wall. You will have to twist the bottle counterclockwise. This method works well. I haven't had to use the little screws. I definitely recommend this item! It is wayyyyy better than the silicone grips." — Mariposista Queen
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
30. A six-piece utensil set carousel to add a touch of ~whimsy~ to your meal prep when you stash and grab all your tools like they're on a handy merry-go-round. This is also a great space-saving hack for people with limited drawer space!
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Check out a TikTok of the carousel in action.
Each set includes a solid spoon, slotted spoon, ladle, slotted turner, flexible turner, tongs, and a carousel storage stand.
Promising review: "Another great buy from Joseph Joseph. I have had this for a year, and still love it as much as I did the first day I put it out. It has all of the utensils I need and looks very neat and tidy on the countertop. The utensils hold up really well, too. If you're thinking about it, just get it." — Aly
Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in four styles).
31. A microwave cooling caddy that doesn't get hot so you can pop your grub out of the microwave without waiting for it to cool down or grabbing oven mitts. Especially important when several humans need the microwave and you can't be lingering there waiting for your soup bowl to be grab-able.
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Handy Gourmet is a small business that specializes in home and kitchen products.
Promising review: "Who would have guessed how much easier this product makes getting hot items out of the microwave? This makes the retrieval much safer for me. I have hand problems and gripping this tool makes the removal steadier and safer without getting burns. I recommend!" — Envy's Opinion
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in three colors).
32. A set of reusable Gripstic bag sealers, which are sticks that clamp over open snack bags to make sure they're genuinely sealed and airtight. (We cannot risk letting our beloved Cheez-Its get stale!!) These also save a lot of space compared to regular chip clips, and are safer considering there isn't a spring that could either wear out or break on you in the middle of sealing something. 😬
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Gripstic is a small business that specializes in reusable chip clips.
Promising review: "I'm a stickler about stale chips and have always used those little snapping clips. I thought they worked pretty well, but they really don't compare to Gripsticks. The snack that proved this the most was Pirate's Booty. If these are exposed to air for more than three minutes, they turn into styrofoam peanuts. I promise they're just as fresh as when you first open them with Gripsticks. They're going to be my go-to chip clips moving forward." — Rachel Campbell
Get a set of 24 from Amazon for $23.95 (available in five sets).
33. A penguin-shaped egg cooker and holder that makes it ridiculously easy to make easy-, medium-, and hard-boiled eggs on the stove, *plus* keep them safe afterward. No more sticking your eggs back in the fridge and confusing them for the raw ones anymore — you can just pop the little penguins in there for storage.
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Promising review: "Bought this for a serotonin boost because it's ridiculously cute. Little did I know how utterly functional it is. No more cracking eggs while dropping them into the pot, no more fishing them out, no more putting them back into the damp cardboard carton where they inevitably are forgotten right next to the equally neglected bag of spring mix. Just in the pot, out the pot, into the fridge where they cutely greet me every time I open the door. Gives me five seconds of joy every time. Highly recommend." — Kitty M.
Get it from Amazon for $19.90 (also available in a bear version).
34. A set of chic brushed finish stick-on kitchen towel hooks so you don't have to settle for hanging them from a cabinet or the handle of a dishwasher or oven, where they'll inevitably fall on the yucky floor.
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Promising review:"I don't like hanging my towel on the cabinet doors, as they are too low to ground for me. I needed something small to fit in the area by kitchen sink and this worked perfectly. It's easy to slide a towel in and it sticks really well. It's cute and small, so it's not really noticeable. Perfect." — VMS
Get a set of four from Amazon for $14.99 .
35. A set of convenient suctioning "Food Cubby" dividers to portion out plates so food, sauces, and dressings don't co-mingle — perfect for picky eaters young *and* old who would rather pretend that we don't live in a world where broccoli and mac 'n' cheese are occasionally allowed to touch.
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Check out a TikTok of the food cubby in action.
Food Cubby is a small business specializing in family-friendly kitchen accessories.
Promising review:"I love these! Even as an adult, I hate my food touching. Thought they might keep things apart but not juices or things, but they really stick to the plate, and the meat juice doesn't run into the salad. It saves me from having different plates for each food. I wish I had these a long time ago." — Superbeckee
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
36. A Crack'em egg cracker and spoon rest reviewers swear by for getting perfectly cracked, shell-free eggs every time. A lot of parents in particular mention how great it is for kids to use when they're baking and cooking as a fam!
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Crack'em is a veteran-owned small business established in 2013 that specializes in family-friendly kitchen accessories.
Check out a TikTok of the egg cracker in action.
Promising review:"I absolutely cannot believe I'm doing this. I got this because I am ALWAYS having to pick out the shell when I crack an egg, whether for breakfast or my baking. Since buying this, I have cracked dozens of eggs without ANY shells in it. To say I am happy is an understatement. If you don't have one you should rush to get one. We are going to get them for wedding gifts when we know that the couple loves to do their own cooking. Kudos to whoever thought of this. It works perfectly, every time." — Edwin Myers
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in six colors and three-packs).
37. A "Magic Tap" automatic drink dispenser as the ultimate parent hack — this battery-operated, spillproof system easily slides into jugs of water, milk, and juice in your fridge to make it easy for kids to serve themselves. Essentially it means a whole lot more independence for the kiddos, and a WHOLE lot more convenience for you.
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Check out a TikTok of the drink dispenser in action.
Promising review: "Super happy with this purchase. Our two little ones (5- and 3-years-old) can now easily fill their own drinks. We also purchased a dual cereal dispenser from Amazon, so now the kids can get their own breakfast cereal with milk!" — April M. Ramos
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in four colors and in multipacks).
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Place an artificial landscaping rock over pool pumps and other monstrosities obstructing your view. If you've tried just about everything else to hide the eyesore, this might be the solution. It's designed to withstand extreme weather conditions, and reviewers agree that it's quite durable! It also comes with two stakes so you can anchor it into the ground!Promising review: "We had an eyesore in our front yard. The new sprinkler system was ugly. I saw this on Amazon and snapped it up. It is sturdy and large enough to fit right over the ugliness and blends in with our other large rocks in our yard. I love it!" —Julie CohenGet it from Amazon for $49.99+ (available in 10 sizes and six colors). Treat your yard with a lawn repair formula so you revive your dead grass and finally take pride in your yard again! This helps regrow the grass and reverse scorch marks caused by pet urine, digging, and general wear in high-traffic areas. Promising review: "I have used EZ Seed for years because I have dogs and they can be a little hard on grass! EZ Seed never fails us! Starts growing in about one and a half weeks. Nothing compares. It's pricey but worth it." —NanciGet it from Amazon for $16.99. Dress up your AC with a lovely wood privacy screen and planter box. This will elevate your outdoor area while also concealing the unit that you hate to look at. Plus, adding some colorful flowers to the planter boxes will only further distract from the eyesore! Promising review: "Love the idea to hide the utility box in my backyard with a planter box to plant colorful flowers. Exactly what I was looking for. Beautiful. Love it!" —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $124.99+ (available with two or three panels). Or keep it simple and hide outdoor blemishes with a basic privacy screen. Think pool equipment, garbage cans, air-conditioning units, and anything else that diminishes your curb appeal. Promising review: "Super easy to install and took less than 30 minutes to put together, level out, and hammer in the stakes. My HOA doesn't allow the trash bins to be visible from the street so this fixed that issue plus it matches my house trim." —Joseph and Anne SawyerGet it from Amazon for $160.02 (also available in additional styles/sizes). Pull pesky weeds with a long-handled standing weeder because bending over (and over...) just to pull pesky weeds should be illegal. Not only will you save yourself time *and* lots of pain, but you'll spruce up the yard with minimal effort. It's made with a bamboo handle and powder-coated steel, it uses a simple lever system to make weeding Gardenware Co. is a small, family-owned small business based in Oregon making tools for review: "Oh my god, I friggin' love this tool. I bought this on a whim given we bought our first house and know nothing about caring for a yard. Boy has it come in handy. Our new house had a ton of weeds in the front yard and this tool helped me get most of them out in no time. In fact, the process of yanking out the weeds was strangely satisfying! I don't think anyone can say that weeding is fun but this tool made it as close to fun as you can get, especially when you see a long root along with the weed you pulled." —JGGet it from Amazon for $39.97. And for tricky areas, use a crack weeder tool to help obliterate those ever-resilient weeds that manage to grow through the cracks in concrete! This sturdy tool can get into those suuuper tight spaces and get rid of weeds, moss, and thistles in no time. Promising review: "I've been searching for something to remove the weeds for a while and came across this amazing tool. Since I refuse to use chemicals in my yard, I've been left with scraped knuckles every time I attempt to remove weeds. The weeds have grown so tightly in the concrete cracks that I pretty much gave up; even weed-whacking it didn't help much. Yes, you do have to use a little bit of effort but the end result was so worth it!" —Shelley ArakakiGet it from Amazon for $19.95. Hit the dirty surfaces outside of your home with an electric pressure washer, like those filthy decks, fences, and driveways you're always pouting at. It comes with a garden hose adapter and *five* nozzles for tackling different jobs, so you can start cleaning up your outdoor area ASAP! The five quick-connect nozzles range from intense jet to gentle spray, so you can tackle all kinds of messes such as mildew, tar, rust, grease, mud, etc. The pressure washer also comes with two detergent tanks, a garden hose adapter, a 20-foot high-pressure hose, and a 35-foot power cord. The Total Stop System trigger will automatically shut off the pump when the trigger is not engaged, which can help save energy and prolong pump review: "Power washer was delivered Monday, it's Wednesday and I have washed two cars, cleaned driveway and sidewalks, cleaned back fence and the work keeps piling up, everything I see now needs to be cleaned! This little dude does not back down, plenty of power and it's surprisingly not too loud. Soap dispensers work great, and the tips are easy to change." —MARGet it from Amazon for $169. And to make your hard work last, use a semi-transparent deck and stain stealer so you don't have to clean it over.. and over.. and over again. It'll keep your wood surfaces protected from the elements so it stays looking pristine for *much* longer. Promising review: "This was recommended to me by a guy who sold us redwood boards from his mill. It went on easily and it looks gorgeous! I stained a fence and two decks in the last three years and this product is far superior right off the bat. Love the richness of the color and the wood is soaking it up consistently." —I Know JackGet a 1-gallon can from Amazon for $32.99 (available in six colors). OR simplify the process with this all-in-one wood stain and sealer because transforming your deck is a lot easier than you might think. The company literally calls it a "goof-proof" application, so don't you dare doubt your DIY abilities for one minute!! Use it on decks, benches, sheds, fences, and more. Be sure to give it around 14 days to settle into its true color — it'll look darker shortly after review: "Applied two coats to a pressure-treated deck. Goes on effortlessly with a brush or roller. Spilled drops and brush strokes blend together. Absorbs into wood. Dark Walnut color goes on darker and lightens some. Repels water well. Nothing here that is going to peel up and flake off like some products that claim to last for 5+ years but only hold up a year or two." —JrickyGet it from Amazon for $42.70+ (available in two sizes and 10 shades). Lay down an outdoor rug — it'll tie your space together and make it more inviting. More importantly, it'll conceal the stained patio you have no intention of dealing with in the near future. It's weather- and UV-resistant, which makes it perf for outdoor spaces! Promising review: "A beautiful rug that polishes our cozy outdoor space. Great quality and very easy to clean. This is important, especially with two big dogs." —MeghanGet it from Amazon for $60.12+ (available in seven sizes, nine colors, and in packs of two). Install a faux-ivy privacy screen for the outdoor eyesores you have little control over, like your neighbor's messy backyard. Put this up to beautify your space *and* hide the chaos ruining your view. It's great for both fences in the yard and for balcony railings! You can also line the top of a pergola with these vines for some shade, letting a bit of dappled sunlight pass through for a gorgeous effect!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 CustomerGet a roll from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in three sizes). You'll need some green zip ties to secure them, too. OR hang a waterproof outdoor curtain if you're dealing with some next-level eyesores you want to block out entirely. Not to mention you'll have some protection from the heat (and cold!) when you need it. Pick up a sturdy, rust-resistant curtain rod while you're at it! Promising review: "These curtains are AMAZING! Beautiful and elegant. Hangs beautiful, very light blocking, keeps rain out of our tiki bar, we can sit out there in the rain, and keeps the heat in on a cool fall evening when we have the fireplace on!" —Sara BushendorfGet it from Amazon for $32.95+ (available in 10 sizes and 14 colors). Refresh the stained driveway or walkway you've spent far too much time grimacing at with this magical oil stain remover. You'll bring the pavement back to its original glory days! Simply apply the formula, allow it to dry, then brush it away to reveal a stain-free surface. It works on both concrete and stone surfaces!Promising review: "Changed the oil on my girlfriend's car and some oil spilled on my NEW I didn't notice 'til four days later. Four spots all about the size of a dollar bill baking in the Arizona sun for four days. Put the stuff on (sits on the stain like pancake batter — don't be afraid to pour liberally) and let it sit from 6 p.m. 'til about 9 a.m. the next day. It dried and the instructions said to just sweep the stuff up. It broke apart with the broom and the stains were gone, just swept up the powder pieces — took about a minute. I WAS SHOCKED! Something that actually works on oil and it's easy. Absolutely NO sign of anything that was there. My driveway is smooth concrete so I can't vouch for what would happen with a rougher surface but whoever makes this stuff is a genius. If they tried to take on World Peace, Earth would be a better place." —AmazonBobGet it from Amazon for $17.97 (also available in a larger size) Use an instant mold and mildew stain remover spray on the stubborn mold that's currently coating your patio furniture. Spray, wait 15 seconds, and watch the mold vanish! Bonus: It can also be used in the bathroom and kitchen. RMR Brands is a small business specializing in professional-grade cleaning solutions for your review: "It rains almost every day during the Summer in Florida. By the end of Summer, my cool deck was green with mold around the perimeter. I was about to pay to have someone power wash my deck but found RMR-86 on Amazon. I purchased a bottle and sprayed all the areas that had mold and mildew. RMR-86 started working within minutes right before my eyes. It was like magic! I'm definitely getting more." —Marie MooreGet it from Amazon for $15.99+ (available in three sizes and multipacks). Install some interlocking teak tiles when you wanna *truly* transform your dull space and give it a total makeover. The outdoor oasis of your dreams is calling! All your guests are gonna swoon over this upgrade. 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 leftovers to make steps on the back. Very pleased and happy. May order more for an outdoor shower project!" —AdeliaGet 10 sq. feet of tiles from Amazon for $77.99 Mask high-traffic areas with stepping stones, which will create a beautiful walkway for you and your guests to enjoy. Pouring concrete can be a big undertaking but this is a quick, easy, and affordable alternative! If you want to recreate the look above, don't forget to purchase a bag of red lava rock as well!Promising reviews: "It's a great product, exactly what I needed and the price was right. Purchased 40 so far for a path that my dogs use so they don't destroy the grass chasing squirrels." —xaqeria"Home Depot rarely lets me down. These stepping stones made a beautiful walkway from my driveway to the main walkway in the front yard." —CherokeeSmilesGet it from Home Depot for $1.78/each (available in four sizes and various finishes). Zhuzh up certain areas with a roll of perma-mulch, like pathways and flower beds — especially if they're looking a bit rough. This faux mulch border is made from recycled rubber tires to help deter weeds while still allowing water, air, and nutrients to pass through and reach the soil! It stays put without scattering and can stand up to tough weather. Promising review: "This faux-mulch border was just what I was looking for. I wanted something simple (not elaborate) to keep my bark in place. It looks good and now I need to order more : )" —EvaGet a 1'' H X 120'' W X 4.5'' D roll from Wayfair for $34.95 (originally $39.95; also available in tree ring or pathway styles). Stash outdoor essentials in a storage bench so they're not constantly scattered across the lawn. Think seat cushions, kids' toys, and pool supplies. It's made of weather-resistant material, so it's durable enough to withstand the elements and big enough to hide yard clutter! Promising review: "We bought one of these to store towels and pool stuff a couple of years ago and it's been great – assembled easily by my 12-year-old son and keeps everything dry while providing a place to sit. So we bought a second one for our front porch since we wanted a bench there — made sense to add some storage at the same time!" —bluegrassgrl03Get it from Amazon for $159.99 (available in graphite and brown). Slather wood surfaces in some wood polish and conditioner to bring 'em back to life. It's made with beeswax to help renew tired furniture, doors, and other surfaces that are in desperate need of a refresh. Promising review: "I bought this after reading about a million BuzzFeed articles recommending it. I wish I hadn't waited so long because this stuff works! It's amazing. I have a mid-century hand-me-down dresser that is a beautiful piece of furniture, but it was covered in water stains and other marks from decades of use. One coat of this stuff on a clean rag, and it's totally refreshed! Now, it's not going to fix places where the finish is completely worn off (you have to sand for that), but it will significantly improve the appearance of the wood. And it makes watermarks disappear. I'm glad I didn't spend the time and money to have this refinished when a coat of this stuff has done the job just fine." —Maureen FoleyGet it from Amazon for $10.98 (also available in multipacks). Banish filth from your outdoor accents with a set of drill brushes that'll really get in there and make your space brand new again. Attach the brush to your drill and go to town on stubborn grime — just in time for backyard season too! Check out this TikTok of the drill brush kit in action. Keep in mind the drill is NOT included. This is a set of three brushes that attach to your existing drill. If you need one, check out this different color attachment heads serve different purposes. The white is a soft bristle that's best for wheels, carpet, upholstery, glass, and leather; the yellow is a medium bristle that's best for bathroom, bathtub, shower, tile, and porcelain; the green is a medium bristle that's best for kitchen, stoves, cabinets, countertops, and linoleum; the blue is a medium bristle that's best for boats, pools, canoe/kayaks, hot tubs, and plastics; the red is a stiff bristle that's best for outdoors, siding, brick, garage, and gutter; and the black is a hard bristle that's best for grills, loose paint, furnaces, and industrial Brush is a small business based in New York State that makes cleaning brushes that attach to drills. It was started in 2007 by a former electrician who suffered from carpal tunnel syndrome and needed a way to clean without causing him review: "I used to have to scrub my bird bath fountain using brushes. Then I discovered these! It's still a difficult job but these do make it SO much easier. I've attached before and after photos. Pretty amazing! I bought the red ones, and they work really well on this concrete fountain but I'm going to get some of the black ones, which are a bit stiffer, to compare." —George ScottGet them from Amazon for $19.99 (available in six colors). Redo your dull porch with a can of porch and patio floor paint so you no longer have to scowl at those stains and footprints that have bothered you for years. It dries in an hour and is resistant to mildew, fading, and cracking. No need to pay a pricey contractor when you can do it yourself! Promising review: "So easy to use and only needed one coat! Covered all stains and made the space look brand new! Didn't cover cracks but looks amazing!" —Beth PriceGet a gallon from Amazon for $36.57+ (available in slate gray or silver gray). Or get yourself some versatile anti-skid acrylic paint, which seamlessly adheres to most surfaces, meaning you can upgrade everything from stained brick paths to worn-down concrete walkways. FYI, this is the type of paint used on playgrounds, outdoor basketball courts, bike paths, etc. so the anti-skid factor is no joke! Promising review: "I tried several paints on my mom's deck stairs, and they all peeled within a year. This paint solved the problem. Heat, sun, rain, snow, no problem. And it really adds a nice grip to the surface. Definitely worth the investment for me." —DL Get it from Amazon for $42.50+ (available in three sizes and six colors). Tidy up your garden tools with a set of organizers because storing them in a cluttered corner of the yard is probably causing you more stress than you realize. Bonus: They're predrilled and come with the necessary hardware for mounting! Hang This Up is a small biz based in New Jersey that specializes in creative organization review: "We had a new shed constructed from scratch, and knowing it was always going to be used as a true 'shed' (not a she shed), we wanted yard tools to be organized and nice looking. We bought these tool organizers and absolutely love them. Great quality and easy to install (the included drill bit worked fine for us). We couldn't be happier with the results and highly recommend." —Joan KilgoreGet a set of five (10 total pieces) from Hang This Up on Etsy for $47.25 (originally $52.50; other styles available in their shop!). Clean grimy surfaces with a stain-blasting Wet & Forget exterior spray when you wanna demolish mold, mildew, moss, and algae from outdoor surfaces. Simply mix it with water and spray it on problem areas, such as walkways, decks, and siding! Rain and wind will do the rest over time, gently washing away stains without any wiping, scrubbing, or rinsing. Promising review: "Love the fact that you just spray and let it do its thing. No rinse-off or anything. My outdoor rugs were a little drab after the winter, and this brought them back to life. No scrubbing either. Worked well." —Chasing FirefliesGet it from Amazon for $18.98. Hide your hose in a functional *and* decorative storage pot so you can stop tripping over it, and then subsequently cursing at it. There's a side hole to ensure you can hook it up to a faucet. Want to really hide it? Stick a potted plant on top! Promising review: "Nice modern look. Doesn't look like an eyesore in my backyard. Planning to purchase a second for my porch! Fits a large hose, too!" —Jessica YanosikGet it from Amazon for $74.99 (available in four styles). Store outdoor garbage in an unassuming hideaway trash can — you didn't work so hard on your patio's aesthetic for it to be ruined by a giant bulky trash can that sticks out like a sore thumb. Promising review: "Perfect when set up next to the grill. Slim enough that it's not an eyesore. Super easy to assemble. Material seems durable to last for years to come." —bjp2789Get it from Amazon for $54.32 (available in three colors and multipacks). Organize your logs in a sleek firewood rack rather than having 'em strewn about your yard, giving you yet another thing to roll your eyes at. The protective cover will help protect them from the elements too! This 40-inch powder-coated steel rack also comes with a protective is a small biz that specializes in outdoor home review: "Perfect size for our needs. The hoop holds about two to three days' worth of wood for our wood stove so we don't have to refill it all the time. The cover is awesome – it is large enough to fit over bulky or oversized logs, and keeps them all dry and protects the hoop from the weather too. Very happy with this hoop and cover!" —CMishGet it from Amazon for $93.95 (available in three sizes). Keep random odds and ends in a handy deck storage box so they no longer stand out. It's waterproof, weatherproof, and can easily conceal seat cushions, gardening supplies, and other random stuff you don't know what to do with. Promising review: "Put together in less than five minutes by myself and no tools needed. This is a nice little box, holds the lumbar pillows along with other things I need for my backyard on a regular basis. The box fits nicely on my small patio." —ALM329Get it from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in six sizes, two styles, and seven colors). Spread some coconut husk mulch if your flowerbeds have seen better days. This will freshen 'em right up! The vibrant rust color will make it look much more lively *and* it'll stand up to water so it doesn't become one giant puddle when it rains. This mulch comes in a dehydrated brick that expands to cover an area of roughly two cubic feet after hydrating with four gallons of review: "I love that I can carry the mulch brick easily to where I am going to spread the mulch, hydrate it in my garden cart or drug right there, and spread it easily. Beautiful color holds up well. Great in my raised bed garden; not a weed in sight. Wish it were possible to buy bulk quantities at a discount, as it's quite pricey if you want to do larger areas at 3-inch depth. Still, beautiful mulch that I will keep buying." —Sybilann WilliamsGet a two-pack from Amazon for $39.99. Conceal your tacky but useful tank of gas with a weather-proof and rust-proof propane tank hideaway table because does anyone actually enjoy looking at them? No one will guess what you're hiding *and* it serves as a side table for drinks and snacks! Note: The propane tank is not included! This hideaway measures 16.1" x 16.1" x 20" and is designed for 20-pound propane review: "This is perfect for concealing your standard grill tank outside. It's also a side table. Love it!" —Happy customerGet it from Amazon for $84.99 (available in black or carbon gray). Invest in a new junction box, especially if yours is starting to look like an ancient artifact that attracts eyeballs — and not in a good way. It comes with a mounting plate, wall brackets, and a weatherproof hinged cover. Promising reviews: "Mounted this box on the outside of our home to clean up and hold coax cable from an internet provider we are not currently using. It is a great box for the $ and was better than anything at HD or Lowe's. I drilled the holes I needed in the back and then sealed them with an exterior epoxy." —Tuff Products it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in various sizes and with a grey or clear cover).


Buzz Feed
6 hours ago
- Buzz Feed
13 Tough Things People Often Romanticize
While a certain thing might look glamorous from the outside, it can be a lot of work to do when you're actually in the middle of it. So when we asked the BuzzFeed Community: "What's something people only romanticize because they've never actually done it?" so many people shared their thoughts below. "Motherhood! It is a gift I wouldn't trade for the world, but holy shit, no one tells you how all-consuming it is. The anxiety, guilt, exhaustion, and feeling like you lost yourself. I felt bitter for some time that no one told me the ugly parts until I was already in it." —Anonymous, 30, Atlanta "Farming. Both Boomers (in the '70s) and Millennials (more recently) seem to have a group of folks who romanticized farming and 'getting back to nature.' Reality is that farming is often back-breaking work from before dawn (not at dawn or after dawn) until dark. The equipment is very expensive, requiring you to buy on credit or lease it, creating never-ending debt, but if you don't do it, you will fall behind and not sell enough. The market for your products can tank, leaving you in even more debt, or a harvest can fail. You have to hire help or have a large enough family who can pitch in. There are a number of zoning rules and health codes that can be hard to meet on an older farm, but newer farms cost too much. No sick days allowed (livestock require care every single day), and vacations are rare (if you can afford them). It is a hard and expensive life that only a few can truly handle." "Living in a small or smaller town. I can say from personal experience that while the slower pace is nice in comparison to bigger cities, there's not a lot of privacy either. Not to mention driving an hour out of town to get any real errands or shopping done." —Anonymous "The most stressed out I ever was at my grocery store job was when I was in management. To be fair, part of that time was during the start of the pandemic, which sucked for most people. But asking for a demotion was the best thing I did for my mental health." "Marriage. There is so much hype around marriage, especially for women, beginning when we're little girls. Finding Mr. Right, anticipating the proposal, the engagement, the shower, the parties and festivities leading up to the actual wedding day. Then reality sinks in: finances, kids, in-laws, balancing life and careers… the list goes on. I believe marriage is portrayed in a much more romanticized way than it actually is in reality. And now, with everyone living their lives on social media, the cycle continues. They don't show the hard work, compromise, and maintenance involved, and often, it isn't pretty." —Anonymous, 54, Los Angeles "Buying land and putting your own house on it. The whole process to build the house was so awful that I almost didn't want the place by the time it was done." "Working in a chocolate shop! It's a nightmare and not at all romantic — and Valentine's Day is the worst! Non-stop chaos from open to close and largely because of chocolate-covered strawberries! The shop gets filthy. There are always a few employees hogging the register, and no one else gets a chance. Employees are judged by their sales, and if they don't sell enough, they could lose their jobs. Management doesn't do a thing about the register hogs. Yeah, very romantic." —Anonymous "Moving to Japan. It is not all anime, technology, and 7-Eleven. It is working long hours for low pay and is quite isolating. I managed to get settled, but I know many who fall into depression or leave the country quite quickly. Amazing place for a holiday, but don't expect the same experience if you choose to live here." "Owning a house. It sounds awesome; it's yours. Until you realize all the costs are also yours, and it's actually not yours but the bank's, and you have to pay and arrange everything. New heater, your problem. Leaking roof, you pay. And if you don't pay for repairs, the bank can take the house from you for neglect because it's still theirs." —dietarycharger "Yes, business travel. It seems cool and it is for a bit, but when you do it once a month or more, it's absolutely exhausting, and dealing with what feels like never-ending jet lag sucks." "Being a chef. Romantics would have you believe it's a world of cooking, great food, and top restaurants. Uh no. It's hot, demanding, and exhausting work under people who sometimes have no business being in charge of toilet paper, let alone a restaurant. It's hours and hours on your feet, working all hours, dealing with the public, and a LOT of stress." —Anonymous, 53, Virginia "As someone who's been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder and severe anxiety, I was to open-hand smack people when they romanticize depression or claim to be depressed when they're just bummed out. Depression is no joke; not feeling excited, inspired, or happy about anything truly sucks. Flat affect sucks." "Meeting your idol. Thinking they would be just like they are on film and talk shows. Turns out, your idols aren't anything like what you thought they were, and that's hard to take when you used to have such affection for them." —babycapricorn129 What's a thing people only romanticize because they've never actually done it? Tell us what it is and why in the comments or anonymously in the Google Form below:
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Yahoo
31 People Who — Bless Them — Were Way, Way, Way, Way, Way, Way Too Confused For Their Own Good
Reddit user u/deadmoby5 posed the question, "What was your 'Sir, this is a Wendy's' moment?" which prompted hundreds of people, including BuzzFeed Community members, to share their stories of clueless customers catching an attitude and people genuinely not having any idea what they were doing. I have so much secondhand embarrassment. Here's what they shared: 1."I work at a museum gift shop. I once had a lady come in asking to be seated for four people, thinking we were a restaurant famous for chicken dinners. I explained what we were, and she's looking for the place four doors down. She immediately got PISSED at me, saying I was hiding the chicken from her and that she was positive she ate here last year when they were in town (even though our museum had existed for about 40 years at this point, so that was not possible). It took her several minutes to leave, and even then, she still didn't believe that we weren't a chicken restaurant, despite having the word museum on our building and not a dead fried bird in sight." —thegassygoose 2."I used to work at a well-established paint-your-own-pottery studio with the word 'bakers' in the name — think, 'The Pottery Bakers.' Our windows were FILLED with pottery for sale, and the walls were lined with white bisque to be painted. A woman came in and asked: 'Do you have any baguettes?' Me: 'Baguettes?' Her: 'What else do you have?' I looked around at the full room of people in smocks painting pottery, then looked back at her. Her with bizarre urgency: 'Do you have any bread available?' Me: 'Ma'am, we are a pottery studio. We bake pottery. I do not have any bread.' The next day, she left us a one-star review claiming that our store name was deliberately misleading so that we could lure people in to visit under the 'false pretenses' of being a bakery of breads." —u/causa_sui 3."I worked at Sam's Club during the height of the pandemic. The toilet paper wars were raging, and every beef and pork product had been out of stock for days. I was the rotisserie chicken guy, so basically the only money-maker in the meat department. I was performing the never-ending grease cleaning routine that took up my time while the chickens cooked, and a dude in his 50s or 60s frantically came up to me and asked, 'WHAT SIZE UNDERWEAR AM I WEARING?!' Before I could respond, he turned around and flipped the elastic band of his tighty-whities at me. He was a medium. He thanked me and speed-walked toward the clothing section. I guess men's underwear was in danger of disappearing that day." —u/tuckerx78 4."When I was about 12 or 13, I saved up my allowance and neighborhood yard work money to finally afford the newest iPod, the one that could play videos as well. I wanted to make sure they had it at the store before I got my parents to drive me there, so I opened the phone book, found the Apple Store, and called them. Guy at Apple Store: 'Hello?' Me: 'Hi, do you have the iPod Video in stock?' Guy: ' is an apple store. crunch?' I had called the gift shop at an apple orchard." —u/GroggyWanderer Related: 5."Many years ago, I worked as a pharmacy tech for a big chain. One day, this lady came up to the counter and asked me if I could help her. She reached into her purse, grabbed a bag, and opened it for me to see. I looked in and saw a bag full of bugs — many dead, but a few moving. She goes on to tell me that she 'found' these bugs in her car, home, food, hair, and inside her (whatever that means). I quickly realized this was above my pay grade, so I called my pharmacist for a consultation. I hid and eavesdropped on their conversation. My pharmacist told her we're a pharmacy, and she needed to call an exterminator." —u/TenLate 6."When I worked at McDonald's, someone came in and demanded steak. It was a McDonald's. He demanded to see a manager, who helpfully informed him this was a McDonald's. 'I can get steak at Taco Bell!' he claimed. Then go to Taco Bell?" —u/joy3111 7."I worked at Best Buy. I was part of Geek Squad, with a counter adjoining Customer Service, and I heard this whole thing go down. A lady comes in irate about her laptop being slow (it's a netbook, so yeah, it sucks). Our CS manager is there, and she's going through the ringer trying to find this lady's receipt. She checked every card, every name, every phone number. Finally, CS is like, 'If you know the day you bought it, I can search the cash receipts, but it would have to be from this store.' The lady goes, 'Oh, I didn't buy it here.' CS says, 'OK, which Best Buy did you get it from?' The lady says, 'I got it at Walmart.' CS says, 'You can't return something you bought at Walmart to Best Buy.' The lady goes, 'What do you mean? You're the same store!'" —venkmanphd 8."I worked in an ice cream shop when I was 16/17, and I had a lady scream at us, demanding a refund because her ice cream was melting too fast. She had ordered hot fudge on it." —u/fuzzbeebs 9."I work for a CPA office in an office park with a couple of doctors' offices. One day, a guy came in, only speaking Spanish, so I grabbed my Spanish-speaking colleague to translate. He talked to the guy in the lobby for a few minutes, then the guy left, and my coworker came back and asked if that was a joke or if we put someone up to that. Apparently, the guy explained that his testicles were extremely swollen and painful. He was looking for one of the doctors' offices and just walked into the first building in the complex. Sir, we do taxes here, not testicles." —u/AlternativeAcademia 10."A guy came into my liquor store and asked if we could help change his tire. We didn't change his tire, and he left one real angry online review." —u/Bog2ElectricBoogaloo 11."Had a guy come into my place of work, ticked off because he issued his payment date and had to pay extra to turn his phone back on. He said something along the lines of, 'It was due at midnight, and y'all aren't open at midnight, so how was I supposed to pay?' I calmly explained that we are open until 7:00 p.m. every day but Sunday, and he screamed, 'Well, unlike you, I actually have a job!' At my job. Whilst doing my job." —u/lordgabe92again Related: 12."I worked in a national park. I was asked when we turn the geysers on. I was also asked when we let the bears out for viewing. Ma'am, this isn't an amusement park." —u/IntoTheMystic8 13."My brother was working at Chick-fil-A in the drive-thru. A guest asked for a Whopper with cheese. My brother said, 'Ma'am, this isn't a Burger King. We only have chicken sandwiches.' She started screaming at him and asked why he couldn't just make it. He told her they didn't have beef anywhere in the store. She wouldn't take no for an answer, and the manager had to come out." –u/Accomplished_Cow_662 14."A woman came into our store and asked where the carrots were. We thought maybe it was a new brand we hadn't heard of yet, so we asked her to clarify. 'Carrots, like for cooking,' she said. I wonder what part of walking into an electronics store and seeing computers everywhere made her go, 'Yeah, this store definitely has produce somewhere.'" —u/s317sv17vnv 15."This barbershop in my local mall closed down and was replaced with a place that sold stained glass lamps and figurines/mini fountains. My husband did not realize this and still insisted on entering the shop and asking for a haircut, even though you could clearly see it was no longer a barber shop, and I told him as much. He thought the barber chairs must just be in the back, and the front of the store was just a gift shop, for some reason. I refused to enter the store with him on this quest, out of embarrassment, and now, 10 years later, it's still something we laugh about. He's never done anything like that before or since, so I don't know what switch turned off in his brain in that moment." —jainelaine 16."When I worked for a Verizon call center, I used to have so many of these stories. The only one I can remember is when it took me over five minutes to convince a man that I could do nothing about power lines being down near his house. He apparently even had a separate landline service that did actually run lines in his neighborhood, but no, he was adamant that his cellphone carrier could just get that fixed. People also somehow believed that all tech support lines are the same, and seemed disappointed that we couldn't help them fix major appliances." "The weirdest things I get now are the occasional people convinced that a pharmacy located in a grocery store can sell them mobility power chairs or just give them antibiotics without a prescription. Maybe somewhere in the world, my guy, but that's literally never been a thing in the US medical system." —jeffg4c54ea76d Related: 17."I had someone call my fire station and ask us to come fill up her pool. Her: 'I need you to come and fill up my pool, please.' Me: 'Uh, ma'am, we do not do that. We are a fire department.' Her: 'Well, who am I supposed to call to have my pool filled up? You guys have the water trucks.' Me: 'I am not totally sure, ma'am, but once again, we are a fire department. Our fire engines use their water for emergencies, not to fill pools.' Her: 'Well, my taxes pay for your salary and vehicles, so you need to come fill up my pool!' Me: 'I am sorry, but we cannot do that. Have a good day, ma'am.' It was ridiculous and hilarious. I could not believe the entitlement!" —u/OneHornyReddit 18."I work as a law clerk for a judge, and a scammer called my chambers, doing the classic 'I'm trying to reach the property owner for blah blah blah because you might be entitled to a government tax rebate.' I responded: 'This is the 15th Division of the First Circuit Court. You know that, right?' He hung up immediately." —u/Rodby 19."I was an associate working in the Cracker Barrel store, and a woman came in and was interested in one of our lamps. It was $100. She offered me $30 for it, and I told her I could only sell it at the ticketed price. She offered to go up to $50. I told her again that I could only sell it at the ticketed price. Her response: 'You need to be willing to negotiate. That's how flea markets work.' And then I had to explain, politely because she was a customer, that we were a regular retail store and not, in fact, a flea market. It took more explaining than it should have. She did not buy the lamp." —u/MidnighyAmethyst23 20."While working at Ulta, there was a guy in the store for, like, 10 minutes waiting while I tried to find something his girlfriend had put on hold, only to realize he meant to go to the shoe store next door. Until I asked him what his girlfriend had wanted and he said, 'Shoes,' he never once stopped to think about the fact that there was nothing even remotely resembling a shoe for sale in the entire store." —u/TarMiriel 21."I worked at Walmart for a long time in the hardware department. I once had a customer call asking if we sold toilets. I said, 'Like, toilet seats?' He said, 'No, like actual toilets.' So I said, 'Sorry, we just sell the seats and replacement parts — no porcelain.' He got all huffy and said, 'Jesus, what is this place? Walmart??' I paused momentarily and said, 'Yes, sir, it is.' Silence for a long moment. Then, he said, in a little voice, 'This isn't Home Depot?' 'No, sir, you called Walmart.' 'Oh crap, I am so sorry!' He hung up. I laughed my butt off." —u/StarBabyEleven 22."Had a guy INSIST that I made his sweet teas wrong yesterday. He said he had the cups from the day before to prove it. I work at Starbucks. This man pulls up to my window and confidently sets down two half-full McDonald's sweet teas. Sir, this is a Starbucks." —u/siouxxsiee 23."I was sitting in the waiting lounge of the service department at my car dealership getting an oil change when a red-faced man THREW the door open and stormed up to the service desk. He immediately started shouting and swearing about how he was sick and tired of the dealership and their crappy ways. He said: 'If I had known what a terrible business this was, I would've never bought a Volkswagen. I'm sorry I ever bought it.' The service advisor looked at him and said, 'The VW dealership is next door. This is a NISSAN dealership.' The man stood there for a second, processing. Then, he just let out a ROAR and ran out the door. Everyone looked at each other with wide eyes." —u/Javaman1960 24."I worked at a gas station when I was 19. People called to ask about the lottery, gas prices, etc. I always said the same thing when I answered, to make sure they knew which of our locations they had called, because there were quite a few nearby, and people got them mixed up. 'Thank you for calling [gas station] in [town]. My name is [name]. How can I help you today?' The phone rings. I recite my lines. The person asked, 'What do I need to get a library card?' I was perplexed, but I had literally just gotten one a week earlier, so technically, I did know. 'Um, I mean, when I got mine, I needed to show ID, but then I also needed a current piece of mail to reflect my current address.' A pause, as she recognized my confusion. 'Is this not the library in [town 45 MINUTES AWAY]?' 'No, this is a gas station.'" —ghcstxbcy Related: 25."I worked to-go at Ruby Tuesday, and countless people came in yelling about their food. These were my favorite two: 1. A man was PISSED we didn't have his food ready and just immediately started yelling at me. I politely asked what he ordered and said I'd get it ready ASAP. He started listing menu items we don't have, and on a hunch, I said, 'Did you mean to go to Applebees?' He said, 'Yeah. Where am I?' 'Not Applebees,' I said. 2. A guest was mad about their order, which we didn't have any record of, and swore up and down that they spoke to someone on the phone to confirm. I asked for the phone number he called to confirm. He called a city in Colorado with the same name. We were in Maryland. Neither one apologized." —google_118227220763140986694 26."A lady I used to work with was sent to go get breakfast for the office. She was told to go to McDonald's and get a bunch of sausage biscuits or something. She goes through the drive-thru and orders. The price was over $100, and she didn't think that was quite right, so she finally put it together that she was not, in fact, at McDonald's. She was at Starbucks. She never goes to Starbucks as it is, but they were also pretty far apart and don't look even remotely similar. It was pretty funny." —jelyselauren 27."I used to work for Kmart. Someone came into the store and wanted to know where the pet department was located. We only had one aisle of pet items, and it was mostly items for dogs and cats (food, litter, toys, etc.). I took the customer to the aisle, and they said, 'This is it? This is all you have for pet supplies? You don't have an actual department, like other stores?' I said, 'Yes, sir. We just carry the basics. If you need a bigger selection, there is a Pet Supplies Plus located at the other end of the plaza.' The customer got upset and said, 'But if I wanted to go to Pet Supplies Plus, I would have gone there. But I wanted to go to Kmart. So, I'm guessing you don't have fish food or anything like that?' I showed him the same selection of fish food, and he got upset." "He then started asking for advice on fish tanks, and again, I directed him to the Pet Supplies Plus that was located just a couple of storefronts down from Kmart. When he insisted on not going to that store, I gave him directions to two other pet stores in the area. Eventually, he left, but not before saying, 'This is why Kmart is going out of business!' Sure, buddy, the lack of a pet department is the sole reason Kmart is going out of business." —u/DannyC990 28."I was working at McDonald's, and this lady said, 'Can I get the Wendy's 4 for 4?' I said, 'Ma'am, this is a McDonald's,' and without a moment's hesitation, she replied, 'Indeed it is. Can I get a Big Mac?'" —u/lukemercer 29."I used to work at Ulta, and I had someone get super upset that I couldn't sell them a Sephora gift card. Even after explaining in multiple ways that we were two different companies, they were convinced I was just refusing them because I could. It was bizarre." —u/TarMiriel 30."My husband asks for a Whopper every time we go to Whataburger, and it never fails to crack me up. 💀 I just let him do it too because it is so genuine and I love hearing them say they don't do Whoppers there, LOL." —kimbabe20 "I was in Lowe's one morning right after they opened. A woman at the service desk was having a complete meltdown, yelling and screaming because Lowe's didn't have a licensed contractor there at the store for her to hire. She apparently woke up that morning and decided she needed a deck that same day, and she thought she could just go to Lowe's and have someone start building a deck immediately. It was dead, so I stood with the cashier listening to the show. They had to call the police to get her to leave." —u/DasGoat Have you ever witnessed (or had your own) "Sir, this is a Wendy's" moment? 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