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From The Practical To The Wonderfully Ridiculous, Here Are 32 Home Must-Haves
Every home needs a hair remover broom and a set of bird sponges, IMHO.
1. Miraculous Folex instant carpet spot remover, which also works on upholstery to make stains do a Houdini-level vanishing act. Plus, it’s odor free for scentsitive folks.
Promising review: “Can I give it 10 stars? I’m really disappointed I lived without this product for so long. However, I have an overpriced wool carpet that my dogs have destroyed with accidents, bully sticks, and just general recklessness. I gave up on this rug ever being clean again. I’ve had it professionally cleaned and tried a dozen things myself…and no difference. And so I thought I’d try this, assuming that it wouldn’t work on the stain-determined rug but that I’d use it on my less tenacious ones. I sprayed it on, reading the instructions saying that I didn’t need to scrub it, etc. And minutes later, freaking magic. My very pale blue and white rug is virginal. I admit that I did rub it in a little on the harsher stains/discoloration, but there were plenty of areas that didn’t require any follow-up rubbing. I’m sincerely blown away and just ordered a second bottle. The price of this product is minimal if you’re looking to make your rug/carpet like new again, so I would absolutely recommend trying it. I don’t think I’ve ever been this impressed with anything I’ve ever purchased. I feel cheated for not knowing about this sooner.” —bubbleslovesoap
Get it from Amazon for $6.65.
2. Or Emergency Stain Rescue spray, a water-based, pH-neutral potion that can work its magic on all types of stains and fabrics. It’s low-key miraculous, and while it works best if applied ASAP, it can also save the day when it comes to more set-in stains.
Check out a TikTok of the Emergency Stain Rescue in action!
Promising reviews: “I’ve tried Shout wipes, stain removal pens, and all the other tricks in the book. This removes organic stains from sweat better than anything I’ve tried thus far. I followed the directions, got the fabric wet, sprayed it on, and left it to chill for an hour. When I came back, I was dumbfounded. I can’t believe I didn’t have this sooner. I’m about to buy a gallon!” —Mark, the solid 7 out of 10
“I got a super-noticeable stain on the front of my favorite sweatshirt that I could not get out no matter what I tried. It’s been months, and NOTHING has worked…until now. A couple of spritzes of this stuff and the stain has shrunk and faded to the point that it’s barely noticeable! While it’s not completely gone, one use of this spray has done what eight months, half a dozen other products, and more elbow grease than I thought possible couldn’t do. The stain is rapidly dying, and I think one more wash will kill it completely. Can’t wait!” —Abitahooey
Get a 16-oz. bottle from Amazon for $22.49 (also available in other sizes and multipacks and in wipe form).
3. A six-outlet wall charger that truly has everything — ports that work for larger chargers, two USB ports, and an LED light around the side that automatically turns on when the room gets dark, but also has a touch sensor and three brightness settings. It’ll make charging your endless devices a breeze day or night and save you from the daily dance of unplugging your computer to plug in your phone next to the couch, and so on and so forth, ad infinitum.
Promising review: “These things are amazing. I have one in almost every room of my house. The light is just enough to be able to see at night to use the restroom or navigate the house without turning every light on. I love that the USB ports are built in — no more looking for an adapter. AND the plugs are set far enough apart you can plug in some of the bigger things like Google Assistant or large AC adapters and still have plenty of room!!! These are a must-have in a tech or smart-home.” —SeiranCrow
Get it from Amazon for $12.98.
4. A genuinely genius butter spreader knife with little holes to help you get spreadable butter from even the hardest sticks, because you’re never more impatient than when you’re hungry, and hanger and impossible-to-spread butter and broken toast really do not mix well.
5. A clever velvet slipcover set in case you’d like to get a new couch without actually, uh, getting a new couch. Forget paying for reupholstering or all new furniture — this stretchy wonder can cover up damage *and* give your space a whole new look.
The set comes with a couch/armchair cover plus one to three cushion covers (depending on selected size).
Promising review: “I love this slipcover! It is so pretty and it completely transformed our brown couch into a pretty new one. It fits pretty well, and the individual cushion covers make it nice and easy. The price is well worth it. If you are debating whether to order this or not, just do it! You won’t be disappointed.” —Cindy
Get it from Amazon for $32.49+ (available in five sizes and 14 colors).
6. An adorable egg cooker sure to do eggs-ellent work serving you up to six perfect hard-boiled eggs in 12–15 minutes, no actual boiling water required. Because you want a yummy, filling b-fast, but don’t have much egg-stra time.
HuffPost Shopping editor Marquaysa Battle swears by this! She writes, “I needed a quick way to make breakfast that worked with the depleted energy levels I was running on. Enter, my beloved, blessed egg cooker. This thing may be small but it makes a big difference! It comes with a removable lid, a book of instructions and recipes, a tray that holds up to six eggs, a tray for making poached eggs and omelets, and a tiny container for filling up the cooker with enough water to get your eggs to the level of ‘done’ that you like including soft, medium, and hard. And it’s so easy to use! All you have to do is fill up the container with the amount of water you need. Then, use the bottom of the container (which has a poker) to put a tiny hole in the smaller end of each egg. Once the water is in and the eggs are properly poked, it only takes one button to get the cooking started (which is my mom’s favorite thing about the egg cooker). And when the eggs are done? Those babies are DELICIOUS! I threw some Himalayan salt, paprika, and a green herb mix on mine. They taste better that way to me, but I also feel like a lil’ chef with the presentation. 🤪 I used my egg cooker the same day I got it in the mail, and I have honestly used it almost every day since.”
Check out her full Dash egg cooker review.
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in six colors).
7. A pack of terra-cotta sugar-saving discs from our Goodful collection that you can simply soak in water, pat dry, and then pop in hardened brown sugar to soften it up so it’s ready to use for your signature cookies.
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Promising review: “I bought these out of curiosity but am a 100% believer in witchcraft now!! I had an old OLD bag of brown sugar I found in the back of my fridge and figured that I would give it a try. Wow!! It really, really works! I haven’t used it multiple times, but it really works to make old brown sugar soft again, which is awesome because I love baking but not enough to use a bag of brown sugar in one weekend. Great price for what you get!!” —Chalia
Get a set of two from BuzzFeed’s Goodful collection on Amazon for $9.29.
8. A draft stopper that’ll close up the space under your door, so your summer AC *and* winter heat stay locked in. Reviewers ❤️ it for a multitude of other uses, too — reducing noise, keeping bugs out, or even keeping pets from sticking paws or knocking toys under doors and appliances.
Promising review: “Why did I wait so long? I’ve been struggling with door stoppers and/or rolled-up rugs to keep the cold air out. Finally got tired of how unattractive it was to have a rolled blanket in front of the door, but none of the regular door stoppers worked very well and got all bunched up. After researching ways to keep the cold air from coming in under the door, I came upon this under-door seal. I decided to try it and was so happy. It was so easy, and it looked so nice. You can’t really tell it’s there, and so far, it’s stopped cold air. I just got it today, but from what I can tell, it looks like it will stay put for a while. If not, they included some extra tacks that could be used, but the glued strip seems pretty strong. I highly recommend it, and the price is so reasonable.” —Nancy H.
Get it from Amazon for $7.99+ (available in four colors).
9. Handy dandy faucet extenders to make getting your kiddo’s (often v nasty) hands clean less of a hassle. They’ll also feel so grown-up when they can actually reach the water!
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Promising review: “Before I knew a thing like this existed, I spent the time it took to wash my squirming kiddo’s hands one at a time, wondering how long it was going to take for his arms to grow enough to reach the faucet. I’m so glad I have this thing now! The setup is just taking it out of the box and stretching the rubber part around the faucet; took two seconds plus some time to adjust to the best angle. Now, I can wash my 15-month-old’s hands at the same time, and the whole process is much faster and easier. He liked it right away, too! It’s a bit too much, honestly. The worst part about this product is my toddler grabbing it and trying to use it as a water launcher, but that has been easy enough to avoid. The little rubber part pivots a bit, so there is flexibility in how you wrap it around your faucet and what angle the water comes out of the chute, but it doesn’t pivot THAT much, so as other reviews have mentioned, it won’t work with upward-angled faucets.” —Michelle G.
Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.37.
10. A paws-itively amazing rubber pet hair broom with a built-in squeegee designed to sweep up all that shedding (and even liquids!) like no other.
And yes, it also works for cleaning up after humans who shed hair like nobody’s business (same). BuzzFeed Shopping editor Emma Lord raves about it for that purpose in her FURemover broom review.
Promising review: “LIFE CHANGER. We have two very floofy cats and I have long, thick hair, so needless to say there is a lot of shedding in our house. I could tell our vacuum wasn’t quite doing the trick and I happened to stumble upon this item that looked to be the solution. WOW. First of all, it’s a bit of a workout if you’ve got a medium-pile carpet like I do. I use short, firm strokes with the squeegee side, and it pulls the hair up instantly. It’s tedious work to do a whole room, but the satisfaction you get when you see all the hair makes it so worth it. Then you’ll do a second pass in high-traffic areas and see how much MORE hair there is and wonder how you ever lived like that. Once you’ve got a nice pile, you can pick the clump of fur up by hand. I like to give it a quick vacuum after to get the dust and dirt that comes up. I haven’t used it on our laminate flooring, but I’m sure that will blow me away, too. This item is a complete must-have for anyone who owns a furry pet. This broom will absolutely outshine any expensive ‘pet-rated’ vacuum cleaner out there.” —Leanna G
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in five versions).
11. A silicone dishwasher bag you’ll wonder how you ever did dishes without. You can roll up smaller items (even baby pacifiers!) in it vertically or horizontally so they’ll fit anywhere and won’t come out filled with water like they usually do!
Promising review: “This is an amazing product. It’s perfect for when you want to separate pump parts from dirty flatware, etc., and don’t have a lot of room in your dishwasher. It’s nice thick silicone, so it’s very sturdy and BPA-free. It stretches, bends, and squeezes into small spaces. You can bend it to any shape and size you want. I’m getting this for all my new mom friends — why add another bulky crate to the dishwasher? It can hold plenty of bottle parts. Also, you can really use it for anything…measuring spoons, etc.” —Anne Taylor Robertson
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
12. An aesthetically pleasing and useful condiment and dip serving tray to upgrade BBQs, taco nights, ice cream parties, and pretty much any food-themed festivity you have planned.
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The spoons are included!
Promising review: “Love it. Perfect size for condiments — sometimes these multi-servers are too large and you waste a lot of the contents, but these are just right. Having the lids enables you to keep the contents fresh longer. The lids and spoons do seem a bit fragile but are so cute and presentable on the buffet table.” —Shelley
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
13. Washable microfiber mop pads that’ll fit on your trusty Swiffer WetJet or similar mops so you can kick wasteful and pricey disposable pads to the curb. They even pick up more gunk, so you’ll wonder why you haven’t been using these the whole time.
One pad can last up to 100 washes and works on pretty much any surface, from wood to tile to stone.
Promising review: “I wanted to reduce waste with disposable pads and I was pleasantly surprised by these. This photo [on the right] was AFTER I cleaned the floor with the disposable pad! I was able to get a super clean floor; spots were easier to clean up, and it didn’t sound like it was scratching my floors. This was easy to use; I didn’t use cleaner than the disposable pads, and I got my floor cleaner. Definitely gonna buy more if the two I got ever wear out.” —Riley
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $22.49, and get a version for Swiffer Sweepers here.
14. A squee-worthy set of bird sponges complete with a suction! cup! perch! so they can hang out on the side of your sink when not in use. Perchfection.
Promising review: “Adorable and functional. Yes, these absolutely are as cute as you hope they’re going to be. These four little birds and their perch come packaged in a slim cardboard box. The sponges themselves are surprisingly thick and sturdy — very well made for a novelty item. They have a typical spongey part in the middle and a scrubby part on the outside. All of them fit perfectly on the plastic perch, which has a great little suction cup to attach to your sink. These would make a great gift as well as a fun addition to your own kitchen!” —CMD
Get a set of four and a perch from Amazon for $14.99 (also available in four other quirky designs).
15. An amazing wall-mounted notched shelf designed for storing your bike in your tiny apartment *and* turning it into a beyond-cool piece of decor all at once.
AllWeDo/Etsy
This Downingtown, Pennsylvania–based small biz specializes in cycling equipment.
Promising review: “This bike rack is a dream! SUPER beautiful, easy to install, and holds a lot of my bike tools in the shelf itself. Big fan, would highly recommend.” —Orli Berman
Get it from All We Do on Etsy for $120+ (available in 13 finishes and with or without felt padding and/or a strap).
16. Wad-Free, a brilliant device to solve all your sheet-washing woes. It’ll help your sheets dry faster and with fewer wrinkles, and prevent them from trapping all the clothes you throw in there with them in a tangled up ball. Where have these been your whole laundry-doing life?!?
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They’re reusable, BPA-free, and from a small business that launched during the pandemic.
Promising review: “Wow!!! You wonder if things like this really work — well, I can absolutely confirm this does! I was impressed that the package came with two of the devices so there was one for the fitted sheet and the flat sheet. I tried it out and my sheets not only did NOT wad up, but they came out of the dryer feeling fresher, feeling more dry, and unwrinkled! I will be buying a set of these for each of my immediate family members and close friends! What a great gift!!!” —katy
Get a set of two from Amazon for $19.99.
17. An unbelievably awww-worthy animal waffle maker that’ll make both kids and adults alike wonder why they’ve ever let breakfast be boring.
It’s nonstick and can make seven different snack-size animals at once!
Promising review: “These waffles brought smiles and giggles to our breakfast table. Our kids are 10.5 and 12, and they really enjoyed the animal shapes and particularly the ‘dipping’ size of the waffles. And so did my husband and I. The waffle maker is super easy to use, all the faces were clearly imprinted, and I didn’t have any issue with cooking time or uneven browning. LOTS of FUN! At $30, why not? Wish we’d had this years ago!” —jchungmd
Get it from Amazon for $34.95.
18. A super-handy adjustable jar opener so you’ll never again have to give up on having a pickle or spaghetti sauce because dang, do they super glue that stuff closed!?!?!
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It works on lids from 1–3.5 inches wide!
Promising review: “I have arthritis and also a demyelinating neurological disorder that causes pain and weakness in my hands. I’ve had trouble for years opening jars and bottles. My husband (I love him dearly) bought this for me, and it has been a lifesaver. I’ve used this to open pickle jars, jam, soda bottles, and even my water bottles. It’s adjustable and uses little metal teeth, but if you secure it nicely on the lid, it works spectacularly! No more frustrating nights at home alone, not being able to open things. This device has been great for me, and I recommend it! Keep in mind that there is a crank handle to turn on the top of it to adjust the teeth to meet the diameter of the lid, so if your pain is too bad or you have a loss of dexterity in your hands, this may not work for you, but it’s worth a try. I was a little scared of the twist knob on the top, but haven’t had any trouble with it.” —M.L.
Get it from Amazon for $27.65.
19. A cleverly designed mini hammer with a genius magnetic slot on the top to hold the nail while you get it started in the hole, instead of trying to hold it steady and praying you don’t smash your phalanges. Oh, the pain this would have saved you when you put up that gallery wall….
20. A Command adhesive towel bar that’s such a clever solution for anyone who rents — you can finally add some extra storage to your bathroom or kitchen without losing your deposit (or spending more than $20)!
It holds up to 3 pounds and works on most types of surfaces.
Promising review: “I rent my house and needed a solution without putting new holes in the wall. This looks and feels like a ‘real’ towel bar! I’m so glad I was able to find such a great solution for a rental property.” —caraashley
Get it from Amazon for $17.29.
21. Majorly space-saving hangers to transform your tiny closet into something you can work with until the day you can afford to move into a mansion with a Cher Horowitz-type closet with room for your whole wardrobe.
There are hanger hooks on both ends, so you can attach either one (like in the pics above for maximum space-saving) or both (to hang easily-wrinkled clothes a little farther apart) sides to your closet rod. Each one has five slots for more hangers, so one set can store up to 50 pieces.
Promising review: “TEARS OF JOY. Okay, I know that’s dramatic, but I cannot say enough about how these hangers have transformed my tiny, odd-shaped closet. I was so desperate for more space that I was considering spending big bucks to have a professional come in and redesign the space. Then I found these and it’s like my hanging space quadrupled! It feels downright luxurious in my closet now. I can see all my clothes, and nothing is squished together like it used to be. I can also comfortably add a substantial amount of clothing and would still have room to grow. BUY THESE IMMEDIATELY!” —milanina77
Get a pack of 10 from Amazon for $9.48+ (available in two colors).
22. A convenient bed shelf that perches on the edge of your bed frame to make splurging on a bedside table totally unnecessary (or, if you already have a bedside table, give you extra space for your endless water glasses and unread books, or make some room on the other side of the bed for when your partner sleeps over).
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Promising review: “Legitimately changed my life. This thing is so simple, yet so perfect! It fits great on my wide bed frame and is super sturdy. It’s so fabulous to have my glasses and phone so accessible now. I honestly don’t know how I survived without this for so long. I was always fumbling around in a blurry state, trying to reach and find my glasses. I’d often knock them on the ground and have to get out of bed and feel around until I found them. Now, I can just roll over, easily grab my glasses, grab my phone, and get on with the slow process of waking up and getting my day started. It’s so great that a few weeks after getting mine, my husband ordered one for his side of the bed as well. And he doesn’t even struggle with the same vision impairments that I do. He uses it for devices, keeping a drink close by, etc. We both have surfaces (he has a nightstand, and I have a short bookshelf) next to our sides of the bed, but this BedShelfie is soo much better. I am not kidding when I say that this literally changed my life for the better. I don’t say that about many products. ;-)” —deannajo
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in four sizes and styles).
23. A sheet of 100 adhesive, sound-dampening bumpers you’ll want if you live in a house full of people who would have a shot at gold if slamming drawers and cabinets was an Olympic sport.
Promising review: “The best thing I have ever bought for my kitchen. Say goodbye to the heinous noise of slamming cabinets. My mother is notorious for just letting go of the cabinets and letting them slam shut, so before she came to visit, I installed these, and I couldn’t have been happier. They keep the noise to a minimum and likely help to improve the longevity of the cabinet doors by reducing the impact. They are easy to install (although time-consuming for all the cabinets in the kitchen), and mine have not fallen off after five months of use. When installing, I pressed them onto the cabinet hard for a 30 count before letting go. I think this is required to make them long-lasting. My father installed these at his home after he visited, and he fell off because he just placed them on the cabinets like a sticker. After installing a second with the same method I used, he has not had any fall off.” —Dave Carlson
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
24. As-seen-on-TV Debbie Meyer GreenBags here to save you major waste and $$$. They can keep your produce fresher much longer and be reused eight to 10 times!!!
The reviewer comparison above is what two bananas — one kept in the bag and one not — looked like after four or five days!
Promising review: “I am a big warehouse shopper and, in the past, often couldn’t eat all those berries or all that lettuce before they went bad. So, I followed the directions and made sure the produce was dry (lettuce, spinach, asparagus, and blueberries). For the lettuce and asparagus, I saw a little condensation in the bag, so I put a paper towel in the bag where moisture was accumulating. Two weeks later, the berries were almost as fresh as day one. The lettuce was still crisp and crunchy, and only a few pieces of spinach were starting to wilt. Asparagus was crisp as well. I would definitely recommend and will continue to try with other fruits and vegetables.” —BAS
Get a pack of 20 (eight medium, eight large, and four extra-large) from Amazon for $14.99.
25. Oh Yuk jetted tub cleaner that’ll clean your jets in just 15 minutes and is named for exactly what you’ll say when you see all the gunk that was hiding in them. And knowing that ick is there is *not* something you can live with.
Promising review: “Oh my gosh! You think your tub is clean, and then you see what comes out with this! I followed the directions (fill tub over jets, pour in cleaner, turn on jets). Almost immediately, disgusting residue shot out. And then most came out as the chemical had time to circulate. I’m so glad I got this cleaner instead of sitting in filth, especially because we just bought a new house, and I thought, ‘Maybe I should try to find out if there is a special cleaner for these tubs.’ Glad I did and can know my tub is cleaned out.” —Aaron Johnson
Get it from Amazon for $18.73.
26. A helpful as heck moisture meter to actually help you keep your plants alive for once. You just pop this in the (indoor or outdoor) soil to determine whether it’s time to water your leafy pals, for yet another tool in your “I won’t kill it this time!!!” arsenal.
Promising review: “Who knew that one needs an accurate way to measure soil moisture levels? I saw a gardening expert using one of these, and it clicked. Earlier this summer, I asked a friend why so many plants die so easily, and she said the number one problem is overwatering. Well, no more. I’ve only had this for a month, but my plants are looking perky and happy. So far, this appears to be accurate, and I now feel more confident investing in more house plants. Very easy to use and no special care required.” —J. Mayers
Get it from Amazon for $7.97+ (available in three colors).
27. A compact and cord-free milk frother so you can save some $$$ and wow your friends by creating Starbucks-worthy drinks at home. Because if there’s one thing you truly can’t live without? It’s coffee.
Promising review: “I’m a barista at Starbucks, so obviously, I know how I like my coffee. For a while, I was using an immersion blender to froth my milk for my morning cup of coffee, but it just wasn’t doing what I wanted it to do. I finally bought this frother and I’m so so happy with it!! It doesn’t need to be plugged in, so it takes up way less space. It is a lot quieter than the blender, and I can use any size cup I want because the frother is so small. Not only can I heat up my milk for a hot coffee, but I can also use it just the same as cold milk for my iced coffee!! Highly recommend this product!!” —Heather Michael
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in 40 colors and prints).
28. An absolutely iconic handsome Squidward headphone stand for a ~bold and brash~ way to display your prized pair. They deserve better than just being squished like Plankton at the bottom of your bag.
Slanted Designs/Etsy
This Boise, Idaho-based shop makes all kinds of epic pop-culture-inspired headphone stands, including custom designs.
Promising review: “This is literally the best thing I’ve ever seen in my life. If you are debating buying it JUST DO IT!!! I’m obsessed. 🤩” —Giovanna Lopez
Get it from Slanted Designs on Etsy for $69 (available in two colors).
29. A clean/dirty dishwasher magnet that’s so simple yet game-changing, because apparently shouting, “HEY, ARE THESE DISHES CLEAN OR DIRTY,” doesn’t need to be a constant refrain in your home.
30. A generous strand of outdoor string lights to set the scene for backyard weddings, BBQs, or even just an Insta-worthy dinner on a perfect, 75-degree night. You’ve wanted to get some of these for years — for under $25, it’s finally time to do it.
Promising review: “I purchased these for my patio two summers ago, and I love them. I put them up in the spring and take them down when it gets too chilly to sit outside. I can’t say how they hold up in the cold temps of winter. But what I can say is that I love these; they are small enough that they don’t hang down too far, and they give off a nice relaxing glow — not too bright. We had a tree fall on our patio last summer, and I thought for sure they would be ruined, but they held up great; I only lost a handful of bulbs. Once these wear out, I will definitely order again.” —Danika Ehrenberg
Get it from Amazon for $15.19+ (available in six lengths and six styles).
31. Eco-friendly laundry pods that are designed specifically for washing activewear and synthetics, so it’s time to bust the stink that’s been stuck on your gear since that one killer workout class. As if saving your beloved sports bra wasn’t enough, these are cruelty-, phthalate-, paraben-, sulfate-, and dye-free.
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Promising review: “Best active wash. I honestly love this product!!! I bought it with the intention of just using it for my workout clothes but loved it so much I started to use it on all my laundry.” —Ashley K.
Get them from Dropps for $28+ (available in packs of 64 or 128 and in three scents) or Amazon for $25.20+ (available in packs of 64 or 120 and in three scents).
32. Stemless wineglasses with colorful silicone sleeves perfect for outdoor hangs where you need to be able to tell whose glass is whose, not to mention get a good grip on your vino to avoid dropping it all over the patio.
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They’re dishwasher safe, and the silicone outside also acts as a built-in coaster!
Promising review: “I was tired of my wineglasses constantly breaking in the dishwasher and did not want to use plastic. I was so happy to find these in a cute design and with many color options. They are so fun to hold and are dishwasher-friendly. I love that I don’t have to remove the sleeve for the dishwasher. Exactly what I was looking for.” —Kody
Get a set of four from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in seven color combinations).
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and/or clarity.
