65 Weird, New Things Selling Out On Amazon Because They're Pure Genius

When fruit flies — or gnats, flies, or mosquitoes — take over the kitchen, it can feel impossible to reclaim your space from the invasion. This flying insect trap makes it easy and requires no hazardous chemicals. Plug it in near the fruit bowl, and a soft light attracts the bugs. When they fly near, they stick to the replaceable cartridge.

If your Kindle is your go-to entertainment, make it your own with these cute Kindle charms. They plug into the charging port, adding some bling and preventing dust from getting into that small space, and shortening the life of your device. This is a pack of eight charms.

This birdcage decorative lamp is proof that creating layered lighting in your home does not have to be boring. The cage and birds create a charming vignette on a shelf, table, or hanging from a hook. And the birds light up, creating a soft pool of amber light that brightens your space without overwhelming you with harsh light. It’s battery-powered, so you can put it anywhere.

When you are driving into the sun, that little visor barely makes a dent in the glare. This visor extender protects your view no matter how bright the sun, letting you see without squinting. “I was getting headaches and feeling blinded all the time,” wrote one reviewer. “The glare is reduced immensely, and I can actually see the road.” It’s easy to install.

Sometimes an entire can of soda or beer is too much. Do you skip it, soldier on through more than you need, or toss what you can’t drink? These silicone soda can lids give you another option. Open it. Drink what you want. And put a lid on it. It preserves the beverage — even the carbonation — so you can finish it later.

Replace the hand towel in your bathroom with this adorable towel ball pup to add some charm to the space. It’s a better hand towel, too. The soft “fur” is made of a super absorbent microfiber that pulls water off your hands and then dries quickly. You will never have to dry your hands on a damp towel again.

This cute butterfly will quickly become your favorite lighting element. It looks like art but it’s a wall sconce that throws light in a pretty pattern above and below it when it senses motion nearby. It’s perfect for a dark hallway or bathroom. Since it’s rechargeable, you can put it anywhere. This is a pack of two.

Want to go from hot espresso to delicious iced coffee fast? Brew your next cup with this espresso cooling ball. It chills the coffee as it drips out of the machine, without diluting it. Freeze the stainless steel ball and set it over the cup as your machine works. It works with most brewers, including those that brew from pods.

Calm your nerves and focus your mind by squeezing this squishy fidget that looks like a stick of butter. It works wonders on your fidgets and will make anyone who sees you doing it do a double-take. “It’s super soft, slow-rising, and really satisfying to squeeze,” wrote one reviewer. It comes in several colors.

If you like your cereal crunchy or your snacks separated, this sectioned cereal bowl will quickly become your vessel of choice. Three sections keep the crackers away from the dip or the milk from sogging your crunch. “Genius!” wrote one reviewer. “I can keep my cereal separate from the milk, so it stays perfectly crunchy until the last bite. No more soggy cereal!”

All it takes is one errant pasta dish, and the inside of your microwave looks like a crime scene. This microwave steam cleaner will sort that out easily, with no head-in-the-oven cleaning effort from you. Fill the little duck with vinegar and water, cook it for a few minutes, and wipe that scene clean. It looks hilarious while it’s working, too.

Reading in bed — or when recovering from an injury — is much easier when you can see the book without holding it up over your head. These laying down reading glasses are the hack that lets you lie flat and still see the book or screen. “Do I look profoundly stupid wearing them?” wrote one reviewer. “Yes. Do I have a LOT less neck pain? Also yes.”

Transform your shower into a place of beauty and relaxation with this loofah shower mat. The pretty design perks up the bathroom. And the texture feels amazing underfoot. The grippy backing also prevents falls. “Great for scrubbing the bottom of your feet while you’re in the shower,” wrote one reviewer. There are lots of colors, patterns, and sizes to choose from.

What’s behind that little door? Everyone in your home will wonder this, imagining a portal into a tiny world of Borrowers or cartoonish little mice. Eventually, they will succumb to curiosity and open the door, discovering your power outlets — or whatever you hid behind the outlet cover. “Adorable,” wrote one reviewer. “I adhered this to my wall to cover an ugly outlet, and now I have a whimsical little decor secret door instead.”

Set your high-tech smart watch on this piece of retro tech from your childhood and marvel at how far we have all come. The charger stand looks adorable sitting on your bedside table as the original watch charger, mounted into the mini arcade, feeds the computer on your wrist the power it needs. “A nice throwback for us 80s and 90s babies,” wrote one reviewer.

If you want to take your espresso art to the next level, it’s time to invest in the tools of the trade. This double-ended latte art pen lets you create precise and intricate art in the foam of your coffee beverages. The pen tip lets you paint accurately while the spoon end picks up milk. It’s made of rosewood and steel, so you will enjoy the work.

Add some deep-sea mystery to your home with this octopus door handle. One tentacle reaches out, offering the perfect grip to open that door or cabinet. “I installed it on a sliding barn door for our bathroom,” wrote one reviewer. “Such an upgrade! It has gotten many compliments.”

Turn your messy battery storage system into a dispenser that lets you grab and go without any un-packaging or confusion. Load new or freshly charged batteries into the top of this vertical battery storage rack and pull from the bottom. It’s easy to see when you need to restock, and you won’t wonder if the battery you are installing is used or new.

With these invisible ink pens in your arsenal, you can write journal entries no one can read, leave spy missives that won’t be seen by the wrong eyes, and code secret messages to your allies. To see the writing, use the included light decoder. This is three pens, in three different colors, and three decoders.

Organize your yoga gear into this yoga mat bag and head to class without the awkwardness of trying to carry your yoga mat under one arm. A clever hammock opens up to make it easy to get even a damp and sticky mat into it and disappears when you aren’t carrying a mat. It has water bottle pockets, interior pockets, and a waterproof exterior. Choose from a variety of colors and patterns.

Your to-do list will quickly shrink if you are packing this doohickey key chain multi-tool that lets you tackle that loose screw, repair that cabinet, replace that switch plate, cut that twine, and execute that quick repair as you go through your day instead of jotting a note to do it when you have your tools. It is a screwdriver, ruler, bottle opener, wrench, serrated edge, and more.

Set this rain drum on the deck and wait for rain to play beautiful rhythms on it. Or use the included drumsticks to play it yourself. “It sounds so beautiful when it rains!!” wrote one reviewer. It comes in a variety of sizes and colors, so you can hide them all over your garden.

Turn a bowl of fruit and yogurt — or berries and cream — into a delicious ice cream dessert with this ice cream maker set. Fill it with your creamy creation. Put on the lid. Push the button. And it will do the rest, turning the mixture until it is spoonably frozen. It makes a half pint. Choose from several colors.

Hang your hat on this clever organizer for baseball caps. The hook hangs in your closet like any other hanger and handles your entire hat collection. It also works well for belts, scarves, and other items that are challenging to store. This is a pack of two.

This stained glass night-light is the elevated version of the plug-in night-light. It looks pretty, gives off a warm, colorful glow, and adds a bit of stylish whimsy to the bathroom wall or wherever you plug it in. “The coolest nightlights you can buy!” wrote one reviewer. “Can't have enough of these beauties!” They are dimmable, and there are many styles to choose from.

Rehome a favorite plant into this stoneware snail planter, and it becomes a piece of functioning art. The snail is pretty, elegant, and charming. And the two-piece design lets water drain from the pot without harming your furniture. “Absolutely adorable,” wrote more than one reviewer.

When the weather is hot, don’t suffer. Pull on this neck cooler ice ring and let it lower your body temperature fast. Placing a cool cloth on the back of your neck is an ancient method for cooling down fast, and this frozen gel method is cooler and faster. Store it in the freezer so it’s always ready for hot days.

Moving through a crowd while wearing a backpack is a lot safer if you clip these zipper clips together every time you close that bag. They lock the two zippers together, making it much harder for someone to cleverly unzip your bag and steal your valuables. “Just enough of a deterrent to discourage the crime of convenience,” wrote one reviewer.

Why is getting the shell off a hard-boiled egg so difficult? This egg peeler simplifies the task with a gentle but just-sharp-enough spoon that removes the shell quickly, easily, and with little mess. It works well to skin avocados, too. “The magic wand for boiled eggs,” wrote one reviewer. This is a pack of two.

Add a cute visual to your car’s interior while providing a comfy place to rest your head. This Corgi butt car neck pillow is both funny and practical. It loops over the headrest and offers a cushy resting place for your neck. Everyone will get a laugh out of it.

This clever toilet paper holder taps space you never considered to store a stack of TP rolls. It hooks over the side of the toilet tank and holds several rolls right where you can reach them when you need them. “It keeps the toilet paper close at hand,” wrote one reviewer. It comes in lots of sizes and colors.

This acrylic cutting board turns a piece of counter into a workstation that’s always ready to cut a piece of fruit or prep a meal. It looks sleek and stylish, won’t slide around — because it hooks over the corner of the counter — and is easy to clean. Pick the size and color that suits your space and enjoy a more functional kitchen.

Tired of going to the same old places and doing the same old things? This Best Friend Bucket list card pack will help you mix it up. Grab a card based on how much time, money, and energy you have for your adventure and scratch-off each idea. “So much fun!” wrote one reviewer. “My besties and I now have a monthly get-together guided by these cards. No more just sitting and staring at each other.”

Getting all those crevices and corners in your kitchen and bathroom clean feels impossible. But you don’t have to live with the mess creeping into the edges. This 40-pack of crevice cleaning brushes gets in there and gets rid of it. And they are disposable, so you can toss the mess instead of spending too much time cleaning a tiny brush.

Forgetting to take your medications can be dangerous. So can actually double-dosing. If you aren’t ready for a weekly pill box, this medicine reminder is perfect. Stick it to the side of your pill bottle and flip the tab when you take a pill. You will see at a glance if you forgot or already took your dose.

This latex tape for nails is a genius trick for painting a perfect nail every time. Paint it on your finger, and it dries and turns to a white tape. Now you can paint your nails with polish as sloppily as you like. Then pull the tape off, and the polish that remains is perfection. “This saves so much time,” wrote one reviewer. “A miracle.”

This leaf multi-tool is an elegant piece of bling you can attach to your key chain or bag to add a touch of personality. When you need to open a package, cut a thread, open an envelope, or cut a sandwich to share, though, it opens up to reveal a sharp blade that’s ready for any task.

At first glance, this canvas wall art looks like a classic. But when you have just made a bad smell happen, you will look at it differently. Hang it in the bathroom to give people a laugh while decorating your space. If fart-joke mocking a Vermeer is not your thing, there are many other hilarious — and sincere — classic-looking paintings to choose from.

Add a bit of bling to your next updo with these hair clips that have cute charms embedded into them. The charms snap in so you can change them to match your mood. This clip comes with seven charms that include gems, flowers, and bows. Choose from several options.

This flight of crackled crystal chakra lights creates beautiful lighting. Each one glows a different color, making a magical, colorful display that illuminates your space. “They give an elegant, glamorous touch to my dining table!” wrote one reviewer. They would look great on a mantle or bathroom vanity, too.

When the couch is your destination, pack this tablet pillow stand with a beverage, snacks, and your tablet. It will hold it all on your lap so you can focus on reading and relaxing. The stand adjusts to hold a phone or tablet, and the snack bowls are dishwasher safe.

Clean the air in your living space without buying an expensive appliance. These ceiling fan air purifier pads use the ceiling fan that’s already spinning in space to capture airborne allergens, dust, and particles and trap them in activated coconut carbon. Replace them every few weeks to keep your indoor air cleaner and fresher.

When the view out your window isn’t something you want to gaze at, or you are afraid someone out there is gazing in at you, stick this stained glass window film to the glass and turn that window into a piece of art that hides the view in both directions. It filters out UV light, too, which is an added bonus. There are many different botanical patterns to choose from.

Keep all the small items you want to travel with in these handy storage containers so they are easy to find and access. The snap-top containers in each set are all different colors, so you can identify the items you want before you open them. They are perfectly sized for cotton swaps, dental picks, jewelry, and other small items.

You can mount or place this clever night-light anywhere, and it will light up whenever someone enters that space. Stick it to the wall in a dark hallway. Attach it to the interior of a cupboard or closet. Stick it to the frame of your bed or inside the bathroom door. The rechargeable battery lasts for months on a charge.

Make a pitcher of iced tea, fruit-infused water, or whatever is on the menu today and stash it in the fridge in this slim, square water jug that fits neatly on a shelf in the door of your fridge. It snaps closed to keep your beverage fresh, has a handle to make pouring easy, and a wide top so that filling it is easy.

With this Excel cheat sheet under your mouse and keyboard, your spreadsheet skills will hit peak efficiency. “It covers nine major Excel function modules and includes common shortcuts, function explanations, and even FN key meanings,” wrote one reviewer. “Saves time and adds a touch of fun to your desk.”

Bring the water to you with this desktop water bottle dispenser that puts a water tap right where you want it. Set a 5-gallon water bottle out of sight. Run a cord to this clever device. And you can now set a glass under the tap to get water delivered to your parched lips.

Bring a cool breeze everywhere you go with this portable clip-on fan. It creates a breeze that helps cool you down without needing you to sit still or hold something in your hand. Clip it to a collar or belt, and it keeps the air moving around you. “It is great for a desk, nightstand, stroller, kitchen counter, or anywhere you need a little extra airflow,” wrote one reviewer.

This cute cat wrist rest is an effective ergonomic desk tool, but it is also adorable. The cat is a soft, squishy place to rest your wrist while you work, but don’t expect it to do any work. It’s a cat! There are also pigs, dogs, ducks, and other animals, though. “Soft, pliable, and very comfortable to rest my wrist on while typing away,” wrote one reviewer.

Hang these stylish curtain lights in a window, against a wall, or as part of a holiday decor display. The tiny Edison bulbs throw beautiful, colored light and hang from delicate wires that become part of the mood. The LED lights are dimmable and capable of eight modes. And the dual power option lets you put them anywhere you like.

Hang a sign on the bathroom, guest room, or somewhere in the kitchen to let people know they are welcome, should not enter, or how to prepare the tasty snack you left them. This doorknob night-light sign lights your missive so they won’t miss it. Use the included stickers or pen your own note. The rechargeable light turns on when it senses motion.

Whip up a tostada bowl snack with this tortilla bowl maker that toasts any tortilla into the shape of a bowl, crisping it so it holds salad, guacamole, or whatever you decide to fill it with. “It turns plain tortillas into perfectly crisp bowls in just a couple of minutes,” wrote one reviewer. “Great for taco salads, dips, desserts — basically anything you want to make cuter and crunchier.”

Longing for a fish tank but not ready for the work, expense, or commitment? This fish tank night-light gets you most of the way there with none of the effort. Fake fish swim in the light, creating a relaxing underwater movement scenario. Yet, you can turn it off and go on vacation. “Calming,” wrote one reviewer. “Something [...] to look at without having to clean it or feed the fish.”

Here is a kitchen hack you will use often. Put raw potatoes in this microwave potato bag, and you can have baked potatoes in minutes. Stick them in the oven, too, if you like. Either way, you get delicious baked potatoes without waiting the hour or more required to bake them. “I can cook two large potatoes in five minutes,” wrote one reviewer. “The texture [...] is the same as if it were oven-baked.”

Inserting tiny moments of whimsy into secret corners of your home is a chore that will make you smile for years to come. These magnetic sparrow hinge heads fit perfectly on a door hinge, waiting to catch your eye and boost your mood. “Who knew the world needed hinge magnets?” wrote one reviewer. “They are so darn cute! Just a fun little surprise in any room.”

Storing bras and other strappy garments is a space-eating hassle. Instead of devoting an entire drawer to bras, hang them from this bra hanger. Its 20 hooks hold your entire collection — in the space of one hanger — so you can see them all at once. It makes it easy to hang these garments to dry, too.

These solar globe lights will quickly become your favorite outdoor lighting. The crackled glass gives the light a warm, cozy vibe that makes patio gatherings feel intimate. They require nothing once you choose a spot for them. And they throw enough light to illuminate a meal or a path. This is a set of two.

You don’t have to give up your favorite earrings because they pull, droop, or flop. These ear lobe support patches are like a push-up bra for your lobes. Stick one to the back of your ear, and that earring will hang perfectly. “I can even wear hoop earrings now,” wrote one reviewer. This is a pack of 60.

Set this adorable duck soap dish next to the sink and drop a sponge or bar of soap into it. Not only does it charm the place up, but it manages the water runoff beautifully, sending the soap and sponge water back into the sink. “So cute!” wrote one reviewer. “Drains perfectly!”

It’s possible that, for a beer drinker, there is no greater pleasure than sipping a cold one in the shower after a summer day at the beach or in the yard. This suction cup holder makes that pleasure more convenient — and safer. Stick it to the wall, and you can set that shower beer down while you lather up or shave. You can also use it for your favorite seltzer or soda. “Best thing since sliced bread,” wrote one reviewer.

Put down the tape measure! This laser distance measure tool is accurate and easy. Instead of dragging a tape across the room, it shoots a laser beam and tells you the distance on its stylish, muted screen. And you will never forget that measurement, either, if you connect it to the phone app to store all your data. “A game-changing gadget for quick and accurate measurements,” wrote one reviewer.

Instead of ugly, corroded, and dirty bolts at the base of your toilet, plant these adorable toilet bolt caps that make it look like festive mushrooms are growing there. It adds a pop of color while hiding those necessary but impossible-to-clean bolts. There are also turtles, several varieties of sea life, and other cute fauna to choose from.

Add some kraken to your house plants with these cute octopus plant stakes that reach up out of the fronds as if a buried cephalopod is trying to escape the pot. It’s adorable during the day. And when it’s dark, it glows. Stick all seven tentacles in one plant or disperse them throughout your windowsill.

Creating stories that unfold in your garden is delightful fun. Why is this hanging garden gnome climbing that tree or the side of your house? You can fill in the details with your imagination. Fit him into vines, suspend him from the window frame, or let him scale a fence. There are several gnomes to choose from.