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Uno No Mercy: a bestselling, but controversial, spin on the classic card game. There are tougher action cards (like Skip Everyone) and rules (if you get 25+ cards in your hand, you're OUT) to up the tension. If you were on speaking terms with all your family members before playing, you might not be after a few rounds...
A color-changing heat-reactive T-shirt, which will be a fun party trick at your next BBQ or park hang. The shirt lightens when touched or hit with direct sunlight, giving it a fun '90s tie-dye vibe.
McCormick's Potato Topping Seasoning to amp up an otherwise bland side. The blend of salt, garlic, and asiago cheese (omg, yummmm) can be sprinkled on baked, mashed, or roasted potatoes to give 'em next-level flavor...but why stop there? Spoon some on popcorn, grilled chicken, pizza, or literally anything else.
A Capri Blue Volcano-scented multipurpose cleaner — yes, that's right, the signature Anthropologie scent — to make cleaning feel extra rewarding. Now you can clean and leave behind a luxurious scent that'll have guests looking at your home in a new light. Was it always so chic in here?
A Lego cherry blossom kit for decor you can build yourself. The 430-piece set comes with everything you need to build two stems, and at less than $10, it's a steal compared to most Lego kits.
Spicy margarita instant cocktails that use teabag technology to make delicious bevvies with zero effort, equipment, or bartending experience. Just fill a glass with cold water and liquor (optional), dunk your mixer pouch, and get ready to par-tea! (Sorry.)
A set of 10 retractable Crayola markers, which honestly should have always existed. How many of us suffered the fate of losing a marker cap or attempted to color only to find the red has completely dried out? Kids these days have it easy — just click and a fresh marker tip pops out, ready for art.
Itty-bitty, collapsible storage crates in soothing pastel colors to give your knickknacks the vinyl record treatment. Listen, you don't have to throw away your mountain of pilfered condiment packets, but they'd look a lot nicer in one of these.
A reusable grocery bag that's all that and a bag of chips. Literally! The ruffle print bag comes with a lil' faux chips bag pouch for easy storing.
A pack of *limited edition* fabric Band-Aids with such fun patterns, you'll find yourself actually wanting to get a paper cut just so you can wear one.
A pack of self-heating lavender eye masks to help you get in the zone and let off some steam if upcoming travel plans, an ant infestation, etc., have got you STRESSED! Just open, pop one on, and it'll heat up to 113 degrees — no microwave needed. Reviewers note that these are also great for headache relief.
An expanding file folder you can fill with up to 200 pieces of paper and free up sooo much desk space. As an accordion folder follower, I have to say these things are top-notch for organizing everything from restaurant menus to ticket stubs.
A pair of banana photo holders for an a-peel-ing way to show off your favorite photos. Like a well-balanced breakfast, every home needs some potassium!
A high-end bottle of Takesan Kishibori soy sauce if you ever want to learn what you're missing by sticking with grocery store brands. No offense to Kikkoman, but this elevated sauce from Shodoshima, Japan offers a richer, more complex flavor that has happy reviewers pledging their allegiance.
A wind-up toy shaped like a cat riding a robot vacuum. We've all seen the videos — it's time to recreate it at home.
Good Molecules Yerba Mate Wake Up Eye Gel, in case you've always wanted to not only drink the energizing tea, but also wear it. This cult-fave can help quickly minimize eye puffiness and swelling using its combination of caffeine and hyaluronic acid. All for less than the price of a six-pack of White Label!
A catnip wall mount with four different-flavored balls so your kitty can perform a taste test and decide their favorite. It's basically a bourbon flight for cats — that's so cool! They'll be too preoccupied sampling the goods to scream at you for treats for at least a solid 15 minutes (a century in hungry cat time). Reviewers confirm it sticks to the wall as expected, and their cats love it.
Pasta-shaped chip clips for snacking that's pasta-tively adorable. Imagine using these to keep your leftover penne fresh. 🥹
Moodmatcher's color-changing lipstick that starts Elphaba green and then reacts to the pH of your skin to create a Glinda-approved pink. The truly magical formula defies grav— I mean, time by staying on all day, even after eating and drinking.
Pickle cashews because real brineheads know that literally anything tastes better with a little dill and garlic flavoring. Warning: Only open this bag if you're prepared to eat all 5 ounces because reviewers say these are capital T tasty.
A pack of twistable crayons that people have described as a crayon-oil pastel hybrid. They glide like silk and help you create decadent, vibrant masterpieces. But the real selling point? The adorable bear-shaped caps!
Murdle: Volume 1 — a book featuring 100 logic puzzles from the popular daily puzzle site, Murdle. Armchair detectives can work to crack the case and find out who did it, where, and with what. There are four levels of difficulty, ranging from elementary to impossible, so you can stay challenged as you go.
A rechargeable ice cream scoop that heats up to 158 degrees so you can dig into your Neopolitan ice cream the second it comes out of the freezer. Save your wrist strength for kicking up the TV volume on Love Island.
Snif's Dead Dinosaur perfume — an ode to standing at the gas station and huffing the fumes. The garage-themed scent has notes of gasoline, pink pepper, ginger, cedar wood, and magnolia flower. One reviewer called it "funky but surprisingly wearable."
Medicube Deep Vitamin C Golden Capsule Face Moisturizer made up of tiny liposome capsules that pop and spread a vitamin C and niacinamide-boosted formula that works to brighten and smooth your complexion. Reviewers said they saw the brightening effects after just a few uses!
Tomato seed packets with tarot card designs — wait, I'm getting something... YES, I see a beautiful caprese salad in your future.
A set of itty bitty vintage-inspired spoons — if these aren't cottagecore, I don't know what is. Set them out at your next tea party and let the compliments roll in. Praise for your good taste? Sweeter than two lumps of sugar.
Liquid I.V. electrolyte drink mix in a variety of exciting flavors ranging from watermelon to pina colada. Besides being delicious, the electrolyte powder is formulated to help hydrate faster than plain water. It also just tastes good so you might be more likely to drink more in general.
A billiards table...for CATS! Let your little pool shark knock felt balls into the pockets, bat with the feather-tipped pool cues, and scratch the baize. This sort of behavior would normally get one kicked out of the pool hall, but luckily, your cat has pretty privilege.
A Miffy humidifier that — OK, everyone stop squealing! I know it's cute! Anyway, this lil' gadget doubles as a night-light and is super easy to clean and refill. Place it next to your plants, by your bedstand, or truly anywhere because it's so small and portable.
A can of balloon shine to give your kid's birthday party a little extra dazzle. It'll come in handy when you have metallic colors that just aren't popping or clear balloons that are too cloudy to properly see through. And with fun fragrances like peach and bubblegum, you can boast being the only party on the block with scented balloons.
A claw clip pack in fun nautical shapes that are SCREAMING to be brought on your next beach trip. Picture these in your hair with a cute swimsuit and flowing cover-up. What are you, a gorgeous sea nymph???
A pack of four Croc-inspired car air fresheners that promise to smell a lot fresher than actual clogs. The, uh, unconventional car accessories clip onto your vents and come with 12 scent pads (four lavender, four fern, and four unscented).
A set of LED lightsaber chopsticks to make fights over the last dumpling extra dramatic. They can change colors (red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor) so you can either make them match or change to red and blue to recreate The Duel on Cloud City.
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Eight Saints Firm Intentions Neck Cream, a super gentle but suuuuper effective formula that reviewers with sensitive skin swear by for helping firm the skin on their neck and chests without irritating it. This will work gradually over time to help firm skin and reduce the appearance of lines, but many reviewers notice a difference on the first use! A set of cheerful Lego botanical "happy plants," aka your new favorite coworkers. How can capitalism bring you down when these two are smiling up at you all day long? All the joys of having an office plant without the shame of your coworkers being like, "Shouldn't you ... maybe ... water that??" L'Oreal Paris Infallible Blur-fection Longwear Loose Setting Powder designed to knock all your other setting powders out of the water — this lightweight blend will help matte-ify your skin without taking its natural ~glow~, and is an absolute champ at blurring pores and fine lines without caking. 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A Labubu-shaped candy, chocolate, and ice mold so you can celebrate your love for these sleep demons I mean adorable companions by turning them into a little TREAT. This is also a great option for a Labubu-themed cake — it's heat-safe up to 446℉! A holy grail 5-in-1 Edgelift Curl Brush to define curls, waves, and coils, help prevent frizz, and create precise parts and sections. Reviewers of all curl and wave types are just short of shouting in the comments about how they never found a brush that worked as well as this one, and parents are especially grateful for how easily this untangles their kiddo's hair! McCormick's Potato Topping Seasoning for anyone who's not afraid to get a little feral about their air-fried, mashed, and baked potatoes — this blend of salt, garlic, and asiago cheese is so mouthwateringly delicious that you'll be dumping it on everything from popcorn to grilled cheese to guacamole. An Our Place–inspired minimalist nesting bakeware set to help save space *and* your budget — these are similar to the $200 Our Place set, which does include one other piece, but is very similar in function and style. If you're looking for a lovely way to streamline your baking supplies and elevate your kitchen's aesthetic, this right here will be your affordable solution. A 6.7-ounce *micro* Hydro Flask for all your itty bitty, oh-so-adorable hydration needs. This will be a boon for commuters who carry totes and backpacks all over the place and don't want the extra weight of a full water bottle! Also, it's so precious that it should come with legal adoption papers. Maybelline "The Colossal Bubble" Mascara (Glinda-approved, I assume) that will be the mega-volume holy grail for anyone with lashes that lie flat or generally don't take to a curl. 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A quirky ceramic planter guaranteed to add a lil' personality to your space without disrupting the color flow. Your plant babies deserve to live in a happy home!! L'Oreal Paris Collagen Moisture Filler Moisture Bounce Face Serum, a pearlescent, milky formula that reviewers swear by for mega-hydration overnight. This glowy serum is packed with collagen, glycerin, and squalane to help plump skin and reduce fine lines both overnight *and* over long periods of time for lasting results. A holy grail extra-thick, oven-safe silicone baking mat to inspire you to get cracking on all those baking adventures you've been putting off — reviewers are in love with how thick, durable, non-slip, and easy to clean this is, and that it's heat-safe up to 480 degrees F. The included recipe book and built-in measurements and conversion tables are just another added bonus! Cotton Airy SPF 50 Sun Stick, a matte K-beauty sunscreen reviewers love for its lightweight coverage that plays SO nicely under makeup as a primer or over makeup without messing with it. This is also delightfully mess-free and portable for coverage on the go, and is designed to be super gentle on sensitive skin! First Aid Beauty Ingrown Hair Pads to use after you shave to help prevent the infection of ingrown hairs, so you don't have to spend hours psyching yourself up to shave, knowing that you're gonna be dodging a bazillion sensitive spots on your skin. Comfort Food, a "bold and easy" coloring book for teens and adults that will satisfy your sweet tooth, your salt tooth, *and* your creative streak. This cozy, nostalgic, oh-so-delicious coloring book is just the latest edition of many beloved stress-relieving coloring books from this series! A super effective and strangely whimsical foaming drain cleaner for anyone who wants to make cleaning a whole aesthetic. 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And an exfoliating mitten so you can scrub off dead skin cells and reveal softer, smoother skin during your Everything Showers. Just lather up and (gently!) massage your skin — reviewers say this is great for preventing ingrown hairs, helping reduce KP, and using before applying fake tan! A water-resistant Bluetooth speaker with an angled design for maximum sound (with no distortion), easy device connection, and *up to 100 feet of range* so your poolside or beach party can 🎵 pump up the jam 🎵 with minimum effort. Reviewers *love* the clarity of sound and solid bass, too! A spacious travel-friendly backpack that'll be a must-pack on all your summer travel adventures. It'll fit under the seat in front of you and help you make the most of the "personal item" you're allowed, along with your carry-on roller bag. This one is TikTok- and reviewer-famous for holding TONS of stuff, zipping completely open (like a suitcase!) for easy packing, and helping keep travelers organized. A standing weeder, a genius tool to help you use the magical force of leverage to pry up weeds without having to bend or kneel — saving you time *and* saving your back and knees from the stress and strain of regular ol' weed-pulling. A spandex-blend slip maxi dress, because you deserved to feel dressed-up and oh-so-comfortable alllllll at the same time. Reviewers note that this is comparable to the Skims dress — and some even like it better! When the temps rise too high to plan a whole still look like you did. A refillable plug-in fly trap designed with a light to lure in flying insects in your home — it's especially great for fruit flies and gnats — and trap them, so you don't have to try to get snatch them out of the air one by one. My hand-eye coordination just isn't cut out for that. 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A Yonanas fruit soft-serve maker capable of transforming any frozen fruit into an ice cream–like treat with ease. Also easy? All the removable parts are dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup, too. This is a great option for people with dietary restrictions or anyone who LOVES super fruity desserts — I'll take a strawberry-banana ice cream, please! AquaGuard, a pre-swim hair cream designed to protect your tresses from damaging chlorine (aka less dryness, fewer tangles, no turning green, and no icky chlorine smell!) — just dampen your hair, apply the cream, and dive in! Now you can play "mermaids" all you want without sacrificing your hair. A set of internet-famous Mellanni sheets made of a super-soft and moisture-wicking microfiber fabric that hundreds of thousands of 5-star reviewers (wow!) love for being cozy and sleeping surprisingly cool, even at peak summer temperatures — and at an unbeatable price! You just might want to ditch your expensive sheets for these babies after the first night. And a cooling blanket designed with fibers that can help absorb body heat so you can relax at home (especially when the AC doesn't seem to quite be enough!) in a bit more comfort. One side is 100% cotton, and the other side is a specially designed ~Arc-Chill~ fabric — when you sit on it, you'll be surprised how cool it feels to the touch! And! A set of two cooling pillowcases made with similar cooling fibers so you don't have to keep flipping your pillow to the cool side dozens of times on those most scorching nights — these are always the cool side. A pair of metatarsal pads to add some extra cushion to your high heels before that big event you have coming up. 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Or if you are actually in need of some true AC, a portable Black & Decker air conditioner (that also works as a dehumidifier and fan) with all the power and cooling you need, without any permanent changes — you can even move it easily from room to room as needed. And reviewers note it's much cheaper than running central air! Gold Bond Friction Defense, an easy-to-apply stick (just like deodorant!) to reduce friction and moisturize skin wherever you deal with painful chafing when your skin rubs together, especially when the mercury rises. It's unscented and invisible too! Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, a cult-favorite body cream you're going to want to slather all over your body, thanks to the deep hydration (cupuaçu butter, coconut oil, and açai oil!) and temporary skin-tightening (caffeine!) it provides, plus a fragrance with notes of salted caramel and vanilla that reviewers L O V E. A pair of insulating blackout curtains to keep annoying sunlight (and the heat it provides) OUT and your precious air conditioning IN — you might be surprised when you see how big of a difference this makes on the temperature during the hottest part of the afternoon! A roll-on sunscreen sponge to help you do what you need to do this summer: reapply your sunscreen every two hours. But with this handy lil' guy, you can just sponge it right on, and it'll keep your hands mess-free! Idk about you, but I hate that greasy, sunscreen-y feeling on my hands when I'm at the beach. And if you don't get those, or reapply as often as they suggest, a Burt's Bees sunburn soother, so you have it on hand before you get sunburned. Even when we do our best, sometimes it happens! This reviewer-lauded formulation has a blend of aloe and coconut oil for deeply moisturizing relief that *doesn't* feel greasy. A bag of Miracle-Gro water-storing crystals that'll help your plants survive the hottest heatwaves August has up its sleeve — or your upcoming long vacation. These babies solve both over- *and* underwatering struggles so your plants thrive — even when your plants are particularly parched. Just mix in with your soil, and the crystals absorb water now and slowly release over time. It works for both indoor and outdoor plants, too! The Scumbug, an absorbent sponge that floats along the surface of your pool or hot tub and absorbs oil, slime, sunscreen residue, and any other buildup that's hanging out and leaving that weird, greasy shine on your water surface. When you see the color change, just wring it out, rinse, and it's ready to use again! A pair of seamless Nippies silicone pasties to solve any wardrobe dilemmas that can't be solved with any of your current bras — or those times you don't feel like wearing a bra at all but also want a little coverage. Not only will these look invisible under clothes, but the adhesive stays *put* through sweating and activity, so you can wear 'em with confidence. A racerback bodysuit in a second skin–like fabric (called Smoke Cloud) reviewers compare to Skims and love for being buttery soft and *not* see-through. And once you fall in love with this sleeveless style, don't worry; it comes in tons of sleeve lengths and necklines! A Trtl travel pillow, which is a must for your upcoming multi-hour flights this summer, so you're actually rested when you get to your destination. Why waste precious carry-on space with bulky neck pillows when reviewers like this better?! It folds up thin and compact, and when you're ready to use it, just wrap it around your neck — underneath the soft fleece is an internal support structure designed to keep your head in a comfy position for sleeping upright. SweatBlock antiperspirant wipes designed to reduce excess sweating for *up to seven days*(!!). Just swipe on before bed, and kiss those pit stains that ruin your favorite shirts goodbye. They're designed to be used for under the arms, but reviewers use them elsewhere too! A lightweight Cosrx SPF 50+ sunscreen (the same brand as the TikTok-viral snail mucin!) for anyone who isn't always the best at applying sunscreen (every! day!). This sebum-balancing formula has a moisturizer-like texture, contains skincare ingredients like cacao and vitamin E, feels breathable on the skin, leaves a semi-matte finish, and (reviewers agree!) it doesn't have a white cast, so applying it will feel like less of a chore. A TikTok-approved, compact Levoit air purifier with a true HEPA filter that's not only great for daily dust particles and pollen, but can really come in handy during wildfire season in the summertime too! A ~Fasta Pasta~ cooker to make perfectly al dente pasta right in the microwave — no turning on your stove and heating up your entire kitchen on days where every degree counts. Plus, no more waiting for the pot to boil either! Oxo's compact Cold Brew Rapid Brewer capable of making concentrated coffee in minutes (hot in two minutes, iced in just five) — without any electricity, paper filters, or magic. Just dilute however you'd like with water or milk and enjoy! You can even use the results on ice cream (affogatos are delicious) or in a delicious coffee cocktail. Or a HyperChiller that'll cool hot drinks by up to 130° in 60 seconds with zero dilution. So you can brew hot coffee, and then sixty seconds later, have a perfect iced drink ready to go! And a portable Chill-O-Matic instant beverage cooler perfect for anyone who simply cannot stand a lukewarm canned bevvie. Just pop in some ice and your 12-ounce can, and the cooler will spin the can, taking your seltzer, soda, or brewski to perfectly *crispy* in just! one! minute!


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- Buzz Feed
32 Impractical But Totally Fun Products
A "Through The Seasons" Reverse Coloring Book, which is a newer edition of the original Reverse Coloring Book that's been going viral over the last few years, to bring a quirky little twist to my homebodies who want a relaxing activity as they lounge on the couch this summer. Instead of coloring within the lines, you actually add the lines — the perfect activity for those who prefer sketching over fiddling with a bunch of different colored pencils. Whimsical? Absolutely. A set of cowboy straw toppers to add a bit of personality to your constant hydrating companion — i.e., your Stanley Cup. Plus, it'll help keep your straw free from any dust or dirt. And a personalized Stanley name tag because everyone at work has the exact same off-white Stanley as you (which is ridiculous because you totally started the trend), and it's about time you differentiate yours in the glitteriest way possible. A shaker of edible cocktail glitter you can just pour into any drink to bring some ✨bling✨ into your plain cocktail. Why leave the house to have a fancy night? Just tip this into your cup and add some pizzazz to your night of relaxing at home. A wildly hilarious "screaming goat" button because it accurately portrays your mood after the thousandth meeting-that-could-have-been-an-email. This elicits the perfect shriek to break some tension in the classroom, grab the attention of a passing coworker, or simply humor you after a long day working from home. A pink cowboy hat disco ball car accessory to add some ~yeehawww~ energy into your ridiculously long morning commute. A dimmable sad duck nightlight because on the days you're feelin' derpy and deflated, this cute lil' duck will pick your mood up once more. A set of pastel glitter highlighters for the Type-A people out there who love to aesthetically color-code their notes, minutes, journals, or books — but wanna do it with a bit of ✨sparkle. ✨After all, nothing screams spring like pastels. A mini inflatable tube guy you can place on your desk to add a bit of quirkiness to your boring ol' work routine. A set of deep-set heart-shaped salad plates so you can display your love for Caesar salad in the most obvious way possible. Your friends are bound to fawn over these plates the next time you bring them out for the potluck. Campbell's Ghost Pepper Chicken Noodle Soup for anyone looking to bring some 🔥fire🔥 to their lunch. This'll be your new obsession if you're someone who asks the waiter for Tabasco before you even order your meal. A ridiculously popular "cat dancer" toy to keep your feline bestie active and playful after a long day of them watching you sigh while working from home and staring at the endless Excel sheets on your computer screen. A bunny and bear egg mold set because you've always wanted to make those aesthetic little bento lunches, and this is certainly a step in the right direction. Reviewers say it works with rice servings, too! Your coworkers are about to get really jealous when they glance at your packed lunch. A pair of glowing lightsaber chopsticks so every meal can feel like a reenactment of The Duel of Fates. A teensy candy vending machine you can plop onto your desk to prove once and for all that not only are you the coolest person in your office, but also the 🍭sweetest🍭! A set of glow-in-the-dark "tree elves" so you have little critters welcoming you back home every time you happen upon them. I mean, who doesn't want magical lil' pals who live within their garden?? A set of Shrinky Dinks sheets, because you've been looking for a craft hobby lately, and making tiny works of art is just about quirky enough to really get your attention. Pretty soon, you'll be making enough to start handing out cool lil' knick-knacks to all your friends. "You get a keychain! And you get a keychain!! EVERYONE GETS A KEYCHAIN!" An "infinity dodecahedron light" so you can feel like you're on an off-world mission for The Starship Enterprise. It has a cool mirrored design so that the light reflected within it looks like it goes on infinitely. Honestly, this will also make some great mood lighting for your bedroom. A rainbow prism suncatcher for a bit of ~summer~ magic — it projects 🌈 lil' rainbows 🌈 all over your room and brings a touch of sorcery to your home. Just hang these crystals near a window and watch your space brighten up. A set of ~paw-some~ cat-themed tarot cards so purrfect, even absolute beginners will be able to learn how to properly pull and interpret the cards. Just be careful, after you see how fun it is, you'll be spending every spare meow-ment reading everyone's future. A mildly alarming, if not adorable, flexible flower vase with bendy arms that you can hang on whatever random fixture you choose. If you've ever wanted a certifiable conversation starter or flowers hanging from your bookshelf in the quirkiest way possible, this odd little vase is for you. A pound of cereal marshmallows because you're tired of having to pilfer all the marshmallows from your box of Lucky Charms (seriously, they're the best part). Maybe now your morning breakfast can be protected from your marshmallow robbery of the night before. A set of light-up bath fizzes, with sea salt, shea butter, and coconut oil, because you deserve to have the spa treatment right from the comfort of your home. These organic essential oils help moisturize your skin — no need to shell out those big bucks for a fancy schmancy spa. It's a party for your bath! 🪩 A jar of sweet and spicy jelly beans that start out sweet before really dialling up the heat. 🔥🔥🔥 These are made with actual habanero peppers, so you know they're the real deal. A set of tiny strawberry candles with a sweet berry smell to bring joy to your home on every occasion. Regular ol' candles are a thing of the past — these deliciously scented candles will elevate the look of that birthday cake you got for your roommate. A "Liquipen," so you can answer the age-old question, "What would happen if a pen and a lava lamp got together and had a baby??" Okay, so you probably never had that question, but at least now you have an answer!! It may ~technically~ be a toy, but it'll also bring some childlike fun to your note-taking! A fairy door garden kit to make your backyard feel like the entrance to a whole new land. 🧚🏻 Just install this at the base of your tree to bring some extra magic to your garden. ✨ An old-timey-looking retro radio tissue holder so you're always prepared when those tears start to flow as Celine belts out, "🎶 Near, far, wherever you are... 🎶" A buildable Lego cherry blossom to get that "I'm totally in Japan" feel right from the comfort of your dining room table. With 430 pieces, you can customize your own cherry blossoms to your specifications and aesthetics and have fun coming up with different creations. Who doesn't love a self-sufficient plant you don't have to worry about watering? A suspended "floating" wine bottle holder so you can convince your friends that you dabble in ✨witchcraft✨ and have the necessary skills to lift the bottle with only your will. Now, if only you can learn the spell to refill the bottle at will. A set of removable 3D butterfly stickers perfect for themed parties, decorating your journal, or simply giving your room a bit of ~flutter~ fun. They're such an easy way to elevate your aesthetic and decorate, you're gonna bring 'em out for every occasion. 🦋 A dino nugget pillow because you may be a fully grown adult, but that '90s kid deep within your heart still knows fine cuisine when they see it.