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It’s your money; spend it on what makes you happy.

As a BuzzFeed Shopping editor, my goal is to find all the products actually worth buying.

Nothing in this post, like the pizza rat plush, truffle "caviar," or working claw machine, would be considered a practical purchase. But hey, it's your paycheck to spend however you'd like. 

Promising review: "Absolutely freaking obsessed with this chandelier. Like OBSESSED. I got it for a Christmas decoration, but it’s staying up all year. She is perfect in our space!" —Kate B.

Girlie Pop Shop is a small business that sells embroidered apparel. 

Promising review: "This shirt is exactly how I expected! It’s funny and adorable!" —Arielle

Get it from Girlie Pop Shop on Etsy for $47.57. 

Archie McPhee is a small business that sells gag gifts. 

Promising review: "I got this for my sister for her birthday — she loves frogs. This little guy is squishy, fun, and grumpy looking. Definitely a worthwhile purchase — everyone loved him!" —BearSoul

Promising review: "Incredibly soft, great for rat people." —Neo

Promising review: "I put this on the driver-side mirror of my car. The instructions were clear and simple. It came with two decals, but I only used one because my passenger mirror has the usual writing about objects in the distance. I've been through a few car washes, and so far, it's stayed in place. I love that it is subtle, but gives me a chuckle when I remember that it's on my mirror." —J.Z.

Promising review: "These truffle pearls are a game changer! Their rich, earthy flavor elevates pasta, eggs, and more to restaurant quality. Easy to use, fresh, and luxurious — a must-have for any truffle lover!" —Amazon Customer

Bakell is a small business established in 2016 that specializes in edible glitters for food and drink. 

Promising review: "I used this for a Halloween drink and the party loved it! It was so aesthetically pleasing." —Jessica

Get it from Amazon for $8+ (available in 17 colors). 

Promising review: "They were complete eye candy 🍬 They are beautifully smooth and perfect. The Japanese Zebra brand has never disappointed me, and I am truly grateful. 👊❤️🔥" —Junkie4fitness

Get a pack of five from Amazon for $7.40. 

Friends NYC is a small business based in Brooklyn that sells cool gifts. 

Promising review: "I love these for getting stuff out of the microwave I've made far too hot. They really work and clean well! Good Fred product as always." —Jessi

The machine comes with fake coins to activate, but it also works with real quarters. Reviewers warn that it's pretty loud and burns through D batteries. 

Promising review: "This game is awesome! So worth the purchase! I got it for my niece's 4th birthday, and it was a hit! I read all the reviews prior to purchasing and I highly recommend doing that. I was able to buy smaller toys and figurines to throw in there as well as some bite-size candy so I could have it ready for her to open and play with." —Chelsey

Promising review: "These badges are beautifully made, high quality, with vivid colors and no fraying — looked just like the pictures. Very easy to adhere. I used these to personalize my work bag, which is made out of heavy canvas. Highly recommend it, will buy more." —M Simon

Get a pack of three from Amazon for $18 (available in 28 sets).

Just don't use these packets if you're planning on roasting food.

Promising review: Mystical Fire Colorant is amazing. For a really fun experience, get some of these for your next camping trip. As if a campfire needs improvement... but this stuff is really neat. I'd say the adults love it even more than the kids. We only used one packet, and the colors were so good — it seems like they lasted at least 20 minutes. There was even color left in the ashes the next day. We will never go camping again without several packs of Mystical Fire on hand." —TeNe

Get a pack of six from Amazon for $7.20.

Promising review: "By far the best thing I've ever purchased! Super cute addition! Well made and a nice size!" —Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $11.86+ (available in six styles/colors).

Listen, I'm gonna leave a short review here, but click through and read some of the dang novel-length reviews some people are leaving. People are passionate about these gummies! Maybe it's because they're softer than other brands and have 12 (!!!) flavors.

Promising review: "As a gummy fanatic for more years than I care to admit, I have tried all sorts of brands, both popular brands and generic, domestically and internationally. In terms of taste, moisture, aroma, and variety, Albanese gummy bears are unmatched. Yes, they're pricey, but if you prioritize quality over quantity, this is the purchase for you. Treat yourself to absolute quality and go for Albanese." —trev rogers

This toy is battery-free! It also comes with a little booklet. 

Promising review: "I think this little toy is adorable. I have it on my coffee table, and you just wind it and watch it go. I bought one for a friend and she loved it. Cute gift for cat lovers." —T

You don't need pierced ears to enjoy! They hook over the top. Grab some CR1632 batteries to turn them on. Diana Caldarescu is a small business that sells unique made-to-order jewelry. 

Get it from Diana Caldarescu on Etsy for $158+ (available in single or a pair). 

Promising review: "This product had me rolling on the floor laughing. It is the best thing I have seen in my entire lifetime because of how funny, cute, and how overall accurate is to my cat. Please buy this if you have living or late pets because it is very nice. 😊😊😊" —Stephanie

The kit comes with two landscapes and one portrait of Bob.

Promising review: "I have to admit I was skeptical because of the price and size. However, I got these for my husband for his birthday (he loves Bob Ross) and What a find!! We had so much fun mixing colors and painting. Would definitely recommend. The fact that they are small makes them even more special. I wish there were more to paint!" —slb m

It has over 35 pages filled with icky stuff like flesh-eating bacteria and parasitic worms.

Promising review: "This creepy book is not only fun to color but it’s actually informative too. Each page has a picture of a disease and then information on the disease itself! I thought that was pretty cool. Color gross stuff and learning. It’s got a good amount of pages to color and each one a different picture." —Shelbe Clark

The book has 2,000 peel-off stickers, including letters, accents, numerals, and punctuation.

Promising review: "Perfect for scrapbooking or journaling. There’s plenty of stickers for each letter and extra for the more popular ones! Good variety of colors and fonts. Even some cool graphics at the end — stars, hearts, angel wings, etc. Would definitely recommend to anyone that likes to craft!" —Anna L.

Promising review: "My best friend loved this for her birthday. She loves Halloween and tea, and this was such a cute and perfect gift." —Harley Nixon

Each bag comes with 30 pearls (enough for 15 baths). The shapes and scents vary from bag to bag. Bare Boutique is a small business based in the UK.

Promising review: "Cute and pretty. Just the right amount of oil to subtly moisturize my skin without being excessively oily. And amazing smells, all of them, even the ones that didn't sound exciting based on the names. They do remind me of the ones that were out in the '90s, so they nailed it there. They can leave a slight bathtub ring, but nothing major." —Nadia

Promising review: "So SO CUUUTE! 10/10!! Good product and keeps my straw from getting bugs or germs on it! Plus, it’s really cute." —JennA

Get a set of four from Amazon for $6.99 (also available in four other styles). 

Promising review: "Great afternoon activity. All of the flower Lego sets are great for a break and getting your mind off things. We have several different flower ones in a vase, and they all seem to fit nicely together." —Jeremy Moeller 

This mask is made with albumin, a component from eggs that helps moisturize skin. It claims to help tighten pores, hydrate, promote elasticity, remove dead skin, and balance pH. To use, mix the included powder and liquid together with a brush. Spread the mixture evenly over your face and leave until it begins to dry. Wash after 10 or 15 minutes, and enjoy your freshly hydrated face! 

Promising review: "I was gifted the Hanacure masks and loved them, but they're just way too pricey. I heard SO many wonderful things about the Skin 1004 zombie mask, and at about $2.50 a pop, why not?! Let me tell you, this mask is just straight-up magic. I didn't notice any changes to my skin immediately, but a few hours later, when I looked in the mirror, I was shocked at how wonderful my skin looked. I've never noticed a difference like this. Hanacure who?!?? don't get me wrong, the Hanacure mask is amazing and magical, too, but it's expensive and impossible to maintain the twice-weekly mask schedule recommended. This Zombie mask is every bit as magical with better results in my opinion. And it's super funny. A lot of the reviews mention a bad smell, which I was worried about, but I didn't notice a smell, and I'm so sensitive to smell I can't use scented lotions, lip balms, etc. Bottom line, this is better than Hanacure both price and results wise." —Dana Dane

Get a pack of eight from Amazon for $12.49 (also available in multipacks).

Promising review for Monopoly: "This is, hands-down, the coolest Monopoly game ever made! It has every piece and detail that the full-size version has, and the quality exceeds my expectations. 😊 Can't wait to play it!" —Andrea

Promising review for Bananagrams: "This is adorable! I was worried the tiles would be too small to play with (and they are indeed tiny!), but I've actually had no trouble playing with them at all. I'm using it to practice my Spanish vocabulary. It is amazingly portable (fits in my small purse without issue) and looks just like the larger version. Also, it doubles as a cat toy! (at least according to my cat, who keeps trying to steal the zipper pouch)." —Elise

Get it from Amazon for $7.95+ (available in 15 games), or see even more tiny toys here.

And I'm sure you know this, but actual THC is toxic to cats. 

Promising review: "Bought these as a gift for my cat’s birthday. Both cats absolutely adored them. They are whimsical and hilarious and such a fair price for the amount of joy my cats seemed to have." —Harmanjote Kaur

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in four styles/bundles).

Promising review: "This is the perfect addition to my desk. Great conversation piece. Each pup is cuter than the other. Love it!" —Amazon Customer

Promising review: "I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I’ve minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It’s a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it, but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway, so it’s not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!" —Barbie

It comes with a white cord, but it would be kinda cute to paint it green so it looks like a vine. 

Promising review: "Found a similar one on UO for close to $100, and this one takes the cake! Has a broad dimming and brightness setting as well as a timer and pulsing options. There’s a remote for it as well as a controller on the cable. I’m a self-taught home cook and am obsessed with anything food-related, and this has completed my kitchen! Definitely recommend!!" —Merrie

Pixelado Studio is a small business that sells 3D-printed goods.

Promising review: "I love this cowboy snake!!! Adorable and such a fun addition to my pot! Made so well! Heavy enough to stay put. Thank you!" —jean

Get it from Pixelado Studio on Etsy for $22+ (available in 14 colors). 

Promising review: "Adorable, soft, textured fabric, great stitching, and most importantly, plenty of fluff! It came vacuum-packed but quickly reshaped. I was planning on making this custom myself, but for the price, I'm very pleased, and I have one less project on my plate." —Mackenzie

Joy Addict is a small business that sells cute stationery based on pop culture. If you can think of a magical place from a video game, book, movie, or show, there's probably a pin for it.  

Get it from Joy Addict for $15 (available in 100+ designs). 

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