26 Things To Organize The Chaos In Your Kitchen Cabinets
Gone are the days of going on a scavenger hunt for your lost Tupperware lid.
1. A nifty shelving unit made specifically for the unruly collection of emotional support water bottles you've accumulated over the years. This will make it much easier to grab the one you want for the day and put it back once you wash it without wasting precious cabinet space.
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Promising review:"I have a bad habit of buying reusable water bottles. This one is cute, this one has this feature, this one has that. What resulted was a cluttered cabinet, a ton of water bottles falling on me every time I went to get one, and I was only using the handful right at the front. This is a great solution! It keeps the cupboard organized, and I can see what I have and quickly grab the bottle I need. As a bonus, it also creates a built-in limitation on how many water bottles I can have at any given time. Really recommend." — Miki
Get the three-shelf version from Amazon for $23.77 (also available in three other sizes).
2. An over-the-cabinet storage shelf so you'll always have an easy way to store your cutting boards and smaller pans instead of mindlessly throwing them in and hoping for the best. You can also mount it to your cabinet door if you want a sturdier, more permanent solution. Better yet, you can store it on the outside of your cabinet door to free up even more space.
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Promising review:"This organizer is so useful! I recently moved and ended up with a much smaller kitchen, so I've been doing everything I can to make sure there's a place for everything and no wasted space. Luckily, I have pretty wide cabinets, so this works out perfectly. I have one holding my cutting boards (four standard plastic boards) and another holding my foil, cling wrap, and parchment paper boxes. The organizer is super easy to assemble, and it's completely versatile — hang it over the cabinet door or attach it to the wall/cabinet door, which means it's great for renters and owners." — Kerry
Get it from Amazon for $17.97 (also available in a pack of two).
3. A can dispensing rack that will add some order to the ridiculous amount of canned veggies and soups you panic-bought during a buy two, get one free sale. It's big enough to fit a whopping 36 cans, so it can hold more than the month's worth of Campbell's Chunky soups you swore you'd be done with by now.
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Promising review:"I have bought two of these can racks. They're easy to put together. So easy to see exactly what I have on hand or need to stock up on. I have arthritis in my shoulders. It's wonderful to not have to dig through the cabinets for what I need. Everything is within easy reach. Thank you whoever designed these." — Janie S.
Get it it from Amazon for $21.22 (available in three colors).
4. A nonskid shelf with three tiers so you can actually see all of your random condiments and herbs and easily reach for them without knocking everything over. Your most-used ingredients deserve stadium seating!!!
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Promising review:"I added this item to my shopping list several weeks ago and I'm so glad I finally committed to buying it. As a vegetarian, I've found that I have to add double the spice just to get a real kick in the dishes I prepare... With that said, my spice cabinet was atrocious before I got these racks. And I am so happy to finally be able to grab my spices without knocking over the other ones and making even more of a mess. I didn't know something so small and plain could bring me so much joy. Buy it now! You will not be disappointed." — Arie M.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes and 17 colors).
5. A set of plastic stackable food storage bins so you can use every bit of vertical space in your cabinet and get to stacking all those previously un-stackable items (spice packets and microwave rice pouches for lazy days, I'm looking at you). These are also freezer- and fridge safe, so go ahead and buy some extras while you're in the organizing mood.
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Promising review:"I have deep built-in cabinets in my home. This product is perfect for me to keep things organized, plus I'm able to see what's in each bin. They are easy to slide out to get the items out too. Great organization bin." — Love2Read
Get a set of four from Amazon for $18.97 (also available in various other pack sizes).
6. Or cute, sturdy storage crates that are easily stackable and can hold anything from small condiments to bags of snacks. They also come in tons of adorable hues so you can color-coordinate to your heart's desire.
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Plus, you can fold them down when not in use!
Promising reviews:"Love these crates — I use them for my pantry — just to hold misc vitamins, snacks, tea packets, etc. The colors are cute and bring a little fun to what's otherwise a boring cabinet. Great $/value compared to pricier brands." — Bridget
Get a set of three from Amazon for $24.95 (available in two sizes and various color combos).
7. A set of airtight food storage containers with reusable chalkboard labels to have your cabinets looking so immaculate that even Khloé Kardashian would be jealous. The four-sided seal on the lids will keep your dry goods fresh, and they're also leakproof, so you can store liquids with zero worry about stains or spills.
The 14-piece set includes four small containers, four medium containers, four tall containers, and two extra tall containers.
Promising review:"Perfect sizes for opened bags of snacks, cereal, and baking supplies! I wish I took a before picture of the cereal corner. I used so many chip-clips and bowls to try to organize it. Always a mess. These were the perfect storage solution for both the snacks and my baking cabinet! In one box! They stack nicely and the kids can see what they want without fuss. I love the labels! I was doing a big happy dance when all done." — Robin P
Chef's Path is a small business focused on food storage/organization products.
Get a set of 14 from Amazon for $29.99 (available in two colors and also available in sets of 4, 24, 36, and 48).
8. A set of two cabinet shelf organizers that'll make it easy to stack all your coffee cups and bowls without creating a massive tower that's bound to topple over at any moment. The shelf itself is easily stackable, so you can buy a few and create severel levels if your cabinets have a lot of unused vertical space.
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Promising review:"These shelves are absolutely perfect for the cabinet above the oven where I keep all my glasses and mugs. Great solid quality, very sturdy and well made, and because they are stackable, they fit the cabinet perfectly." — PCDoc54
Get it from Amazon for $18.04+ (available in two sizes and 12 colors, including stunning * new* solid color options like mandarin red and ivy green!).
9. A sliding drawer — it'll not only add some extra organization, but it also glides right out so you can actually see what you put in there in the first place. Whether you need help reaching that space above the stove or that awkward corner cabinet that feels like an endless tunnel, this will roll toward you like your own little kitchen personal assistant.
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Promising review:"This basket was the perfect fit for the cabinets above the refrigerator. Being so high, it was difficult to reach items in the back of the cabinet. This basket was good for organizing and reaching otherwise hard to reach items. We would definitely buy them again, as needed." — L.
Get it from Amazon for $21.23+ (available in three colors).
10. Or a sliding drawer with a storage shelf on top that's practically designed to keep all your cleaning supplies in one tidy space instead of throwing them in the corner and hoping they don't come tumbling out. It might make cleaning so easy that you do it more often, which is honestly worth the investment.
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Promising review:"This was a great shelving item. I was wanting something to utilize space more effectively under my kitchen sink. I knew that I had space at the top of the cabinet that was wasted. This shelving was exactly what I needed. I was so impressed with the durability and the ease of construction. I would definitely buy this item again with no qualms." — Dianna W.
Get it on Amazon for $25.87 (available in two colors).
11. And!! An expandable storage unit so you can keep your under-sink cabinet neatly organized — imagine grabbing your cleaning supplies without having to dig through a jumbled pile of bottles 🤯. The two spacious shelves will give you plenty of space to place your items in neat rows that are way less likely to topple over.
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Promising review:"Thankfully, this unit more than fit the bill under my kitchen sink! After planning out how I wanted to access everything, putting this together was easy enough. Working around pipes and such is awkward, but the shelf is designed in such a way that the process is simple. It was a bit time consuming to get things how I wanted, but that tends to be the case any time organization is in order.
I was impressed with the versatility, storage capacity, and sturdiness of this shelf and could see it being useful for other oddly shaped spaces within the home. I'd recommend this unit to others and would purchase again if the need arises!" — KrystalSkye11
Get it from Amazon for $24.47+ (available in three colors).
12. An adjustable wrap stand with three shelves on each side so you can easily find your plastic wrap and aluminum foil — because, be honest, you usually just throw them in a random cabinet and hope you remember where you put them later.
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Promising review:"Just what I needed! Great product! It stands perfectly well with or without boxes in it. It is a real game changer for my cupboard because now my boxes are organized and not all mumble-jumbled falling out when I open the door!" — Bethay
Get it from Amazon for $16.99 (also available in three other styles).
13. Or a wooden organizer that acts as a super handy dispenser for plastic wrap, wax paper, and aluminum foil. It's time you toss those annoying cardboard boxes for something way more elegant.
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JC SignCraft is a small Etsy shop based in Winter Garden, Florida.
Get it from JC SignCraft on Etsy for $58+ (available in two wood options).
14. And! A plastic-bag dispenser so you can ditch the flimsy packaging they come in for something way more sleek and tidy. This has designated spots for different sizes of bags, and you can either store it horizontally in a drawer or vertically in a cabinet.
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These come with optional sticker labels, so you know which size bag you're grabbing.
Promising review:"I like it very much. Not so large. Lightweight. Would look nice on top of the counter. What I like is that you do not have to wrangle the box into the slots. Simply pick up the roll of bags from their packaging and put them in the designated slot." — Amazon Customer
YouCopia is a woman-owned small business that specializes in home storage solutions.
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in three- or four-slot models).
15. A turntable that puts a spin (pun intended) on the classic lazy Susan — it has removable compartments! Now, you'll have a proper place for all of your various granola bars instead of cluttering your cabinet with bulky cardboard boxes.
Promising review:"These are a dream come true. So many of these other lazy Susans are just lazy. This one takes it up ten notches. It's the valedictorian of Susans. This one spins with ease, is so simple to clean, looks great, AND has removable sections. WHAT. Those other ones just don't have that forward thinking. I've bought these for home — my spices, my snacks, my makeup. I even bought these for my work and blew people's mind. They had no idea that we could save so much space in our cabinets. They loved them." — Jg
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available with four or six compartments).
16. And a two-tier turntable so you can spin all of your spices and canned goods instead of taking them out one by one just to find what you need. Reviewers also mention using it for condiment storage in the fridge!
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Promising review:"This turned a mess of a cabinet into an organized cabinet. We use A LOT of spices and it was always a nightmare to find the right one. Now I just spin to find what I want. It's a nice height too and allows for different size bottles to be placed on the racks." — Vegmom
Get it from Amazon for $11.49+ (available in 10 colors).
17. A K-Cup organizer that'll allow you to store your precious capsules of caffeine goodness underneath your cabinets (or under the shelves in your cabinet!) and make room for more unnecessary but oh-so-cute coffee mugs. It looks so much better than having half-full cardboard boxes cluttering your space.
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Promising review:"I was looking for a way to get the K-Cups off of the counter. And these were a perfect and sleek way to do so! Way better than expected!" — Mel N.
Clendenin 3D Printing is a small Etsy shop based in Watertown, South Dakota.
Get it from Clendenin 3D Printing on Etsy for $5.79 (available in 11 colors).
18. A game-changing pan and pot lid organizer, because reaching for your favorite cookware shouldn't feel like playing a game of Jenga in your cabinet. The unique design allows you to store them horizontally or vertically, so it's bound to work in almost any cabinet. Having such easy access to your pans might make you close Uber Eats and cook for once. I said "might."
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You can use it upright or on its side.
Promising review:"I was tired of stacking my frying pans on top of each other and was looking for something to both organize my pans and give me easy access to them. Before this organizer, I would have to unstack several pans in order to get to the middle pan I needed. Now, I can just reach in and immediately get the frying pan that I need without having to unstack. The quality of this organizer is pretty good." — L
Get it from Amazon for $18.97 (available in two colors).
19. And an adjustable rack so you can neatly store your pans, muffin tins, and pie trays and quickly grab what you need to get your bake on. The seven included dividers are adjustable, so you can make room for everything from deep muffin tins to thin cookie sheets. Paul Hollywood would be so proud of you.
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Promising review:"Loved it so much I bought a second one immediately! Works great for circular pans, 9x13 cake pans, heavier pans, jelly roll pans, awkward collapsible colanders, cutting boards, whatever you want. Having nonskid feet is a big plus." — Organization Freak/Hobby Cook
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (also available in a lid holder style).
20. A cord organizer with an adhesive sticker you can place on the back of your stand mixer (or any other appliance!) so you'll have a place to wrap your cord when placing it in one of the scariest places in the kitchen: the appliance cabinet. It won't make it less terrifying, but at least you won't have to wrestle with a giant knot of tangled cords every time you pull the blender out.
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Promising reviews:"This little thing works so well at containing the cord. It makes my mixer all neat and tidy. I love this!" — Isabelleosborne21
3D Home Solutions is a small Etsy shop based in Frisco, Texas.
Get it from 3D Home Solutions on Etsy for $8 (available in three colors).
21. An under-cabinet wineglass holder because wineglasses are 100% necessary in every kitchen but WOW do they take up so much space. Now, you can just store them under the cabinet and consider them décor.
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The racks come with all the mounting hardware needed, and each rack can fit between six and nine glasses.
Promising review:"I really like this wine rack! I needed a nice, space-saving solution for wineglasses that are too tall to go in my glass cabinet, and this rack fits the bill. It was simple to install and looks great. Good buy!" — Cycle Mom
Get it from Amazon for $17.91+ (available in six sizes and four colors).
22. A 12-piece set of nesting food storage containers with easily stackable lids — which is honestly pure genius. If your old stained Tupperware tumbles out like an avalanche every time you open the cabinet, this will completely change your storage game and free up space you didn't know existed.
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Promising review:"I never lose any lids and now can keep everything completely together and stored in one large container. It is an awesome concept with lids and containers that are color-coded and fit nicely into my small cabinet space. No more opening the cabinet door and being attacked by flying lids that just pile up in a corner next to containers that they no longer fit. This product is great and I don't have any problems keep it clean or microwaving food. I treat these containers with great care and I think they will last for a bit. Great and well-made product! Worth the price!" — Linda Lou
Get it from Amazon for $21.
23. And a storage lid organizer because only finding circular lids when you just put your leftovers in a square container is the worst. This will keep them upright and organized, and the dividers make it easy to sort them by size and shape.
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The dividers are adjustable so you can customize your set depending on what size containers you have!
Promising review:"I love, love, love this storage container. Sounds silly, but it changed my life. No longer do I have storage container Jenga! No more stuff falling out of the cabinet every time I open the cupboard. Now I can stack my lids in the organizer and my storage containers fit nicely on the shelf, and I have a lot of storage containers. I would definitely buy this again and again. Great product." — Laura H.
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in four sizes).
24. A mess-free storage bin with a spout so you can stop keeping rice in those flimsy bags that are an absolute nightmare to store. Need to know if you're out of rice before you head to the store? Good luck finding it if it's still in that half-used bag with a twist tie that's holding on for dear life. Plus, this will help you pour out a perfect serving without spilling it everywhere thanks to the spout and attached measuring cup!
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Promising review:"Love these sooo much I bought three! I use them to hold rice, homemade breadcrumbs, and coconut flour. The caps make a nice airtight lid and they're very convenient to use, always right where to need them to be. The sizing on the bin itself is a little tall, so I store these lying down in my cabinets, otherwise, they don't fit. If you are looking for something to store your grains/powders/crumbs/seeds/cereal/whatever in, these bins are AWESOME." — Chris
Get it from Amazon for $13.80.
25. An expandable spice rack — now you'll actually be able to see the massive collection of seasonings you've somehow accumulated over the years. The curved design means you can take advantage of every single inch of storage space in your cabinets.
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Promising review:"With all our spices on one level, we had to take out every spice to get to the ones in the back. Now they are all visible and you can just reach in and take out the one you need. Easy peasy!" — Kindle Customer
Get two-shelves from Amazon for $29.99 (also available with 20 spices).
26. Or a set of spice-gripper clips because your kitchen is way too small to not utilize literally every single inch of space inside your cabinet. Now you'll have room for your spices, and they'll be in easy reach the second you open the cabinet door.
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Promising review:"OMG, I love these things! Such a simple idea; how did I ever live without them? They hold all the different circumferences of spice bottles. If some spices are too big to place all in the same connected row, you can cut off a tab and separate them. It doesn't really affect the items on the shelves; you just have to push them back a little (maybe half an inch or so), so the spices have clearance when the door is shut." — Bridget D.
Get a set of six from Amazon for $13.97 (also available in sets of four in two colors).
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Ideal for making sure you never miss an exam, and equally valuable years later when you have to catch an early flight or log in for a 7 a.m. meeting. Promising reviews: "I got this for my son, who is such a deep sleeper. He's at college now and there's no one to wake him up 10x every morning, just to fall back asleep. He texted me this morning and said that it was incredible! Said 5 units away from his apartment properly heard it, but it works!" —Katheryn Webster"This is the best alarm clock I have yet to own. I am a college student and there have been times when I would sleep through my alarms and would miss class. I tried different methods, like changing up my alarm and setting one far away. I even used an alarm app that made me solve math problems to turn it off, but that failed because I would just delete the app in my sleep to shut it up. This alarm clock has been a lifesaver in making sure I wake up in time for class. It always startles me awake and gets my heart racing, so I don't even feel like going back to sleep. I like how it has the option for you to choose the pitch of your alarm if you choose to use the you are a heavy sleeper, have trouble getting up in the morning, and have a risk of sleeping through your alarm, this is the alarm clock for you!" —Thomas RGet it from Amazon for $43.99 (available in six colors). A mug warmer here to rescue your coffee from the fate of going lukewarm mid-sip. In college, it'll be your desk mate during late-night cram sessions; later, it'll keep you caffeinated and happy through endless meetings or cozy weekends staying in and reading. This mug warmer does *not* have an auto-off feature, so we recommend also getting an auto-off outlet if you're prone to forgetting to unplug review: "I bought one of these before I went to college. It's been about 10 years and it's still going strong. I use it almost every day at work and have used it pretty consistently over the last decade. No issues whatsoever with overheating (even when I accidentally leave it on for longer than planned), and it keeps my drinks perfect. I also have one of those cute little iron teapots, and it keeps that thing perfectly warm for hours and hours. When (if?) mine dies, I will definitely buy another. I got my grandma a much more expensive one from Sharper Image, and it doesn't keep things nearly as warm, and it randomly shuts itself off every hour or so. This one isn't flashy, but it's definitely a great simple little gadget." —AlisonGet it from Amazon for $11.99. A three-tier rolling cart that turns 'where do I stash all my stuff?' into 'dang, I'm finally organized.' It'll corral your dorm toiletries, snacks, and mini-fridge essentials now, and later cruise beside your bedroom dresser, hold your kitchen gadgets, or even act as a mobile office triage station during those early WFH days. Featuring a sturdy metal frame, mesh-bottom bins, and smooth swivel wheels, it'll ~roll right along~ with your life as it changes. A microwave pasta cooker guaranteed to take you from hungry to carb-loaded without dirtying half the kitchen. It'll see you through dorm dinners *and* those nights when you just want comfort food without the whole boiling-water ordeal. Read our Fasta Pasta Microwave Cooker review for more!Promising review: "When I first bought these, I was in the position where I needed to cook all of my meals in a college dorm without a kitchen and with limitations on which types of appliances I could purchase. I had a microwave, a toaster oven, a coffee maker, and a to say, this microwavable pasta maker saved my life in college.I cooked pasta (and ravioli/tortellini!) for nearly all of my meals, and this little tool made that process SO easy for me, AND could hold a hefty few servings of pasta on top of that! I just filled it with as much pasta as I needed to prepare, filled with water, added a splash of olive oil to prevent sticking, and my pasta was done in minutes! No waiting for a pot to boil, no needing to set a timer to avoid forgetting about your pasta, no need for a separate pot and strainer, AND it was super easy to clean." —Brenda PelletierGet it from Amazon for $16.99. A memory foam mattress topper for transforming a dorm-issued slab into a bed you actually want to sleep in. And once you've moved, it'll follow you to your first apartment, guest room, or anywhere a little extra cloud-like comfort is needed. Promising reviews: "I was in search of a mattress topper when moving off to college and this one has satisfied all of my needs. It has just the right amount of firmness and softness allowing for a good nights sleep. After placing this mattress topper on top of my hard mattress, I no longer experienced restless nights of sleep. I would highly recommend this product if you are moving into a dorm or apartment." —Brynlee Urbantke"AMAZING! It slides around a little bit and that's the only con. I got it for college and it's so amazing I'm getting one for my bed at home while I'm there in the summer too. Very comfortable and soft, I was worried but I'm glad it worked out exactly how I wanted it." —Liz a two-inch topper from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in sizes twin–California king as well as a three-inch-thick version). A velvety soft microfiber duvet ready to earn permanent status in your bedding lineup. You'll love it for movie nights in your dorm now (and using it to make your bed for years to come). Promising reviews: "I bought this comforter for my son for college and it is perfect! It's medium warmth, very soft and fluffy. Exactly what I was looking for. The square stitching keeps the stuffing perfectly in place. My favorite feature is the loops on the corners that tie to a duvet cover to keep the comforter from shifting. I loved this comforter so much, I ordered one for my other son and am going to order one for every other bed in the house. An amazing find! Love everything about it!" —Sonja M. Ocker"Bought it for my daughter's college apartment. She absolutely loves it! Super comfortable! Not too warm. Perfect!! She wants to buy another for her bed at home for when she visits! :)" —Shannon D. Get it from Amazon for $29.99 (available in sizes twin–California king and six colors). A combination oil diffuser and humidifier for when your dorm smells… lived in. It'll make your air fresher, your room calmer, and your sleep better — and you'll keep it for every future home that needs a little mood and moisture boost. Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my teenage daughter, and she loves it! I also purchased a set of essential oils. The scent is very light, not too strong and very spa like. I like to borrow it whenever I take a hot bath. The colors are beautiful and makes it extremely pleasing to the eye. I now want to purchase one for myself, especially since I know she will be taking it with her when she leaves for college!" —Amazon CustomerGet it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in three colors). A Brita water dispenser proving staying hydrated doesn't have to mean hauling 24-packs of plastic bottles up three flights of stairs. You'll appreciate it in the dorms, and even more in your own kitchen years later when cold, clean water is just a fridge-door pull away. A huge backpack laundry bag that lets you transport a week's (or two's) worth of clothes without breaking your back. Great for laundry room treks in college, and just as handy for trips to the laundromat or packing up linens as a grown-up. A pair of hybrid over-ear headphones here to turn any noisy dorm hall into a personal study bubble. With up to 60 hours of juice (40 with noise cancelling on) and fast-charging that gives you four hours of playback from just five minutes plugged in, they're a nonnegotiable for late-night cramming (and they're not going anywhere when you start making caffeine-fueled commutes). Promising review: "I bought my college-age son a pair of these, and he liked them so much, I bought myself a pair and I'm glad I did. I use them mostly at the gym and the sound quality is very good. They are comfortable to wear and have a very good battery life. The noise cancelling mode is great, knocking out most of the background noise you hear, so I'm not blasting them so loud. They are also well-made and sturdy. Would recommend!" —Gregory MGet them from Amazon for $39.99 (available in four colors).
Buzz Feed
a day ago
- Buzz Feed
27 Life Hack Products For College Freshmen
A plastic bedside shelf that turns the edge of your bed into prime real estate for your phone, glasses, late-night snacks, or an emergency bowl of soup when you're under the weather. Promising review: "This is a must-have for a dorm room. I thought the price was a little expensive for such a simple bedside shelf, but my daughter said it was one of the best things we bought her for her dorm room." —AmberGet it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in three styles and two colors). A roll of double-sided heavy-duty mounting tape so ridiculously strong, you'll start looking around your dorm, wondering what else you could stick to the wall — no nails, no drama. Promising review: "Whatever amount of this tape you're about to use, it's too much — unless it's something you never want to come off for the rest of eternity. If you've got a mummy's tomb to seal, this is the tape you want for the job. This stuff is so strong, it transcends the physical realm." —SeanGet it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two sizes). A colorful wireless keyboard and mouse set to add a little clickety-clack joy to long nights of paper-writing. Bonus: It makes your desk look like it belongs to someone who has their life together. A Rocketbook smart reusable notebook for the analog note-taker who still loves a good cloud backup. Scribble by hand, scan it into the ether, wipe the page, and start again. An electric mug warmer to keep your coffee at peak drinkability — perfect for the chronic 'takes one sip and then forgets about it until it's cold' crowd. A lightweight canvas backpack that manages to pull off stylish and functional *without* the Fjällräven price tag — and yes, it holds a laptop with room to spare. A keyboard cover to shield your laptop from coffee splashes, snack crumbs, and the occasional mid-essay existential crisis tears. A portable, microwaveable Rapid Ramen Cooker that gets you from 'I'm starving' to 'mmm, ramen' in record time, no stove top required. And a microwave pasta cooker with its own strainer, because cooking in a dorm shouldn't require juggling boiling water and awkward sink angles. A wearable blanket, because there's no better way to study than cocooned up by yourself, pretending the outside world doesn't exist. A no-frills daily planner to help you map out your classes, assignments, and laundry schedule in one tidy place. A popular set of waterproof under-$30 wireless Bluetooth earbuds that can survive showers, block out your roommate's Netflix habit, and still have battery left for the walk to class. A slim laptop stand to lift your screen to a spine-approved height and sneakily add storage space underneath for textbooks and notebooks. A set of popular fine-tip pens to make even the driest lecture notes feel like a craft project. Color-coded midterms? Absolutely. A simple-to-use cold brew coffee maker so you can skip the Starbucks line, save money, and still have icy caffeine ready to go before your 8 a.m. A sunrise alarm clock that wakes you with gradually brightening light and nature sounds instead of the aggressive iPhone bleep bleep. Or a heavy-duty alarm clock for anyone who treats the snooze button like a competitive sport. It comes complete with mattress-shaking power and can't-ignore volume. A pair of blue light-blocking glasses to give your eyeballs a break after hours of screens, study sessions, and that 'just one more episode' spiral. A pair of quick-drying shower sandals so you can walk into the communal bathroom without also walking away with a mystery fungus. A wall charger with room for six plugs and two USB ports, so you can keep every gadget charged without a tangle of extension cords. A two-pack of Downy Wrinkle Releaser fabric spray for when you pull a shirt out of your laundry bag and it looks like it's been through a spin cycle in another dimension. A Maybelline concealer that erases the evidence of your 'I stayed up until 3 a.m. watching TikToks instead of sleeping' choices. A Simple Modern tumbler that keeps drinks at the perfect temp alllllll day. (A more affordable alternative to a Stanley!) A pair of wireless sleep headphones so you can drift off to white noise or podcasts without hard plastic earbuds stabbing your ears at 2 a.m. A productivity timer to split your day into bite-size work-and-break chunks, making giant tasks feel a lot less terrifying. A memory foam seat cushion and lumbar pillow that transforms even the worst dorm desk chair into something your back will actually thank you for. And finally, a hanging laundry bag to get your dirty clothes off the floor and out of the way, especially in a dorm room where 'floor space' is a generous term.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Yahoo
Child-Free People, What Are The Wildest Things Parents Have Said When They Learned You Don't Want Kids
Whether or not you choose to have children is honestly nobody's business but your own, but that doesn't stop other adults from weighing in with their unsolicited takes. Considering this, I wanted to hear from you — our BuzzFeed Community. If you've chosen to be child-free, what has been the wildest reaction from parents around you? Maybe you and your partner are friends with a couple who have three children. They're always running on fumes and expressing how exhausted and stressed they are. However, when you both mentioned that you'll be remaining child-free, they gasped and claimed you weren't doing your part to keep the world turning. As if it's all up to you. Related: Or, maybe you told your parents you had no interest in procreating, and they guilted you for robbing them of their only chance at being able to right all the wrongs they committed when raising you. YOUR child was supposed to be their second chance. Related: Or maybe it was someone in line at a coffee shop. You had your nephew with you, and when they commented that you both looked so much alike, you mentioned that you weren't their parent and just babysitting. You also said you wouldn't be having any of your own, and the coffee shop lady scoffed. She said that you're what's wrong with your generation. That you're just too lazy to put in the work of child rearing, and it's really such a shame. Whatever the case may be, we want to hear about it. If you're child-free, we want to know the wildest thing someone has said to you about your decision. Share in the comments or via this anonymous form below. Your response could be featured in an upcoming post. Also in Community: Also in Community: Also in Community: Solve the daily Crossword
