Think about the things that elevate other stuff in our lives: Ice cream? Definitely better with sprinkles. How would you hit a ball without a bat? (Think about it!) And, don’t get me started on peanut butter. Without jelly, it’s just a creamy spread that gets stuck to the roof of your mouth. Many things just wouldn’t be the same without their “partner” to elevate them: Sweet and salty, shoes and socks, Kermit and Miss Peggy. You get the idea.
This list of Amazon goodies is all about products that elevate our daily lives, things that are the Tom to your Jerry, the macaroni to your cheese, the Saturday to your Sunday … you get the idea. Whether you’re looking for an easier way to get to Grandma’s house this holiday season, thinking about upgrading your bedding, or making meal prep simpler, these 37 Amazon buys are going to elevate every aspect of your life. You’ll go together like peas and carrots!
The Grill Next Door
One of the saddest days all year is the day you put away the grill. Store it in style with this all-weather grill cover. Made from waterproof material, this cover has dual handles and straps as well as covered air vents to keep moisture out. This one comes in sizes from 44 to 64 inches and a variety of colors, which will probably not soften the blow of non-grill season.
Take A Seat
If you’re not fortunate enough to have one of those fancy showers with built-in seating, you can still relax under the water by grabbing one of these shower chairs. Sturdy and durable with non-slip rubber feet, this can be used with or without the back and has six adjustable heights that’ll fit you perfectly. Handles make it safe to grab and the padded seat adds comfort.
Put It In Storage
How are you going to get to and from Grandma’s house with all of your holiday stuff? Here’s my solution — with this rooftop cargo carrier. Waterproof and functional for cars with or without roof racks, this cargo bag has universal functionality (which is great if you have more than one car). It provides an additional 16 cubic feet of storage space with waterproof zippers and Kevlar straps.
A Desk With Options
I love the idea of a standing desk, but I don’t want to stand up all the time. This sit-to-stand desk option gives you the flexibility to sit when you want and to stand when you don’t by simply squeezing the lever. And, I know what you’re thinking: This looks like a pain to assemble. It comes fully assembled upon purchase, with only the keyboard tray that needs attaching.
C’mon, Have A Ball
Who knew that a balance ball was all you needed for a full and complete workout? This balance trainer is great for coordination exercises, push steps, squats, lunges, crunches, and even burpees. It’s perfectly portable so you can take it wherever you go and it even comes with a free workout guide to get you started. A pump simplifies inflation and clip-on resistance bands help with muscle toning.
Sir Mix A Lot
If you’re looking for an addition to your home bar that makes a statement, you need to get your hands on this mixology bartender kit. It comes with all the usual suspects — a shaker, strainer, jigger, muddler, and more — in a classic mahogany stand. If gold-toned things aren’t your jam, it’s also available in black, copper, or silver.
Go Under Cover
There’s nothing better than snuggling under a blanket when the temperature starts to drop outside unless, of course, you’re snuggling under one of these weighted blankets. Available in weights from five to 20 pounds, these blankets are thick and soft with perfectly-weight micro-glass beads inside. Weighted blankets have been shown to help with restlessness as well as temperature regulation to eliminate those hot and cold swings.
Give Your Bedding An Upgrade
While we’re talking about bedding, hasn’t the time come for you to upgrade yours? This reversible comforter gives you two color options in one, in combos like sage/ivory, burgundy/black, or navy/sky blue. The alternative down filling is perfect for year-round enjoyment and, perhaps best of all, it is machine washable and dryer safe. (No more trips to the laundromat for you!)
This Light Will Make You Happy
Now is not the time for me to tell you that living in sunny Florida means I’ll never have a need for one of these light therapy lamps, but I know there are plenty of you who crave some natural vitamin D — even in months when it’s not readily available. This therapy light provides the recommended 10,000 LUX of brightness to help the winter blues, regulate sleep, improve focus, boost energy and improve mood.
Master Meal Prep
I’ve never been a fan of leftovers. I get how convenient they are and I even understand it’s less wasteful, but I just cannot bring myself to eat them. I do enjoy meal prepping, though, and these storage containers simplify the job and make them easier to store in the refrigerator. These are made of glass and have 12 containers of varying sizes along with their corresponding lids. (Try not to lose those.)
Table This Discussion
There are times when I could use a small table — say, around the couch — but I don’t really have room for a permanent addition to my furniture. This TV tray table is a great solution because it’s sturdy enough to support a dinner plate or computer and easily folds up to be stored out of the way when not in use. It even has a built-in cup holder, which is like the pockets of the table world.
Put Your Drink On Tap
Whether you enjoy keeping a large quantity of your favorite beverage on hand or you’re expecting a crowd, this two-gallon glass beverage dispenser is, well, indispensable. It features a wide mouth for easy filling and has a stainless steel spigot for a drip-free steady stream of liquid. The see-through design can be especially pretty with fruit or slices of cucumber and mint added.
Smart Storage For Staples
This picture basically sums up my nemeses in the kitchen — storage of my potatoes, onions, and garlic. Potatoes always end up making a mess under my sink while onions handle that duty in the refrigerator. This storage canister set solves my storage issues in a matching set with built-in ventilation holes. These come in great sizes, too, holding nine pounds of potatoes, more than two pounds of onions, and enough garlic bulbs to drive all the vampires away for good.
Lay Your Head On This Pillow
I probably spend more time than the average person looking for products to elevate my sleeping experience. These adjustable memory foam pillows are perfect for side, stomach, and back sleepers with breathable fabric to keep you cool all night. I love that these come with additional shredded memory foam so you can add or remove filling to get it just right.
Perfect Your Pies
Have you tried ordering pizza lately? It’s virtually impossible with a lack of drivers and extended delivery times. This pizza stone pre-heats twice as fast as traditional pizza stones and is glazed with a non-stick surface to eliminate stuck-on food. This purchase also includes a pizza cutter, which would make the set a great gift for the foodie in your life.
Get Charged Up
The most coveted spot in my house isn’t the couch or the recliner or even the bed. It’s near an outlet because we all have so many dang gadgets that need to be charged, don’t we? This charging station gives you one place to charge up to six gadgets without taking up every outlet in your house. Lighted status indicators let you know when you’re sufficiently juiced.
Above Board
Charcuterie boards are all the rage right now and I love the look of the boards used almost as much as the goods on top of them. This olive wood cheese board is the real deal so you’ll see variations in wood and the edges thanks to Mother Nature. Don’t buy a generic cutting board when you can pull out one as beautiful as this is.
Just Hangin’ Around
Camping requires a lot of gear, doesn’t it? Food, shelter, personal items … it can be a lot to lug around. This portable hammock reduces the amount of strain on your back, thanks to its lightweight design that folds up to a size smaller than an eggplant. The medium size is perfect for one person while the large size can accommodate two.
Take A (Bike) Seat
A lot of people have purchased at-home fitness gear over the past 18 months or so including stationary bikes. This oversized bike seat is a perfect upgrade to your Peloton or even road bike, giving you superior padding and added comfort while you’re feeling the burn. You’ll get the waterproof seat cover, easy-to-use tools, a universal bicycle seat adapter, and mounting instructions as well.
Toy With This Storage Solution
Who remembers the song, “Clean up, clean up, everybody do your share?” Kids sometimes struggle with this concept. This storage chest with a flip-top lid makes clean-up a breeze. It’s both soft and sturdy and has handles on the end for easy carrying. Thanks to its design, it’s safe even for the smallest kids, without the risk of them falling in or hurting themselves.
Put On The Kettle
I’ve written about all types of coffee and coffee-related products over the years and I’m especially intrigued by this pour-over coffee kettle. Coffee connoisseurs swear by the pour-over method for the purest, most flavorful cup of coffee possible. Take this kettle from the stovetop or the campfire to your mug seamlessly. The ergonomic plastic handle keeps your hand safe while pouring.
Put A Record On
Nothing sounds as good as music sounds on vinyl. Go ahead, fight me. I’ve been a pretty impressive vinyl collection over the past few years and I’m finally at the point where I really need an album storage holder like this one. It holds up to 50 records and has angled end plates so you can browse your collection just like you would in a record store.
Ring My Bell
I don’t have a doorbell and I have some kind of complex about it. I have literally so many other great features where I live that it’s kind of shocking they skipped the doorbells. This wireless doorbell and chime set fills in nicely so I can hear when someone comes to the door and I’m in the back of the house. Snag it in a variety of colors including one that’s glow-in-the-dark green.
These Measure Up
We’re just a few weeks from Christmas and even closer to Thanksgiving so it’s a good time to give your kitchen cabinets and once-over and make certain you’re not missing vital pieces, like a great measuring cup and spoon set. The flat base keeps these securely upright on your counter and an included leveler is one of the more genius things I’ve seen in sets like these.
All Bottled Up
Sometimes you want a plain water bottle and then, sometimes, you want a water bottle with a little bit of pizzazz. These stainless steel water bottles have a flip-top lid and a straw lid and a wide-mouth cap that gives you space to add ice, fruit, or pre-workout. I love the ombre effect on many of these designs and the marbled versions aren’t bad either.
Possessions On Lock
Every time I hear the term “lockbox,” I think of that “Saturday Night Live” skit when Will Ferrell was playing George W. Bush. (Seriously, look it up if you haven’t seen it.) In real life, this lock box is perfect for storage with a combination lock to keep prying eyes out. These are perfect for jewelry, valuables, medicine, and more.
Put Your Shoes Under The Bed
I’m going to let you in on a little secret: Underbed storage isn’t just great storage; it’s the best storage. Why? Because you literally never ever have to see it — until you either buy a new bed or move. These storage organizers are great for shoes, boots, or out-of-season clothing, keeping them dust-free and within reach when, or if, you need to access them.
Get Organized With A Padfolio
I’ve never been a big fan of work bags, briefcases, or laptop sleeves because there’s always just one more thing you need that doesn’t quite fit. This zippered padfolio organizer has a ton of space for just about anything you might need to carry including writing utensils, business cards, documents, a tablet, and even space for your phone. It all zips neatly shut to keep you looking clutter-free.
Add These Space-Saving Hangers To Your Closet
If there’s one thing you don’t realize before you become an adult, it’s how many freaking styles of hangers there are and what they’re good for. These 16-in-1 space-saving cami and bra hangers give your undergarments a place to go where they’re both accessible and not occupying more space in your closet than necessary. If you own anything with spaghetti straps, trust me, you need these.
Create Some Cushion
I have a pretty nice desk chair for working from home, but after sitting for hours on end, even it can be somewhat uncomfortable. This chair cushion gives you a bit more padding to keep your derriere from going numb. It also works to correct your posture, which can help your aching back and shoulders, too. The handle makes it simple to carry wherever you might want to use it.
Cooler Than Me
I kind of have a fixation on ice packs and I’m not really sure where it came from, but these reusable ice packs have something many of them don’t — the ability to fill and refill them to your heart’s content. These chill faster than ice and won’t leave your goodies soaking wet, making them a great choice for carting food to and from family gatherings.
It’s Wine O’Clock Somewhere
Most people don’t care about aerating their wine or even putting it in a “prettier” bottle, but this U-shaped glass wine decanter is both functional and fashionable sitting at your dinner table. Secure maximum oxygenation by pouring the wine into the larger opening or simply dressing up your meal with a decanter that looks as good as it works.
Wrap Star
Once I start buying wrapping paper, I just can’t stop. That’s great when it’s prior to Christmas, but not so great for the other 364 days of the year when I have to find somewhere to store all of it. This wrap organizer was thoughtfully designed to hold 18 to 24 rolls (depending on thickness) and even has space for gift tags, bags, and wrapping supplies.
Bathing Bliss
Every time I get in the bathtub, my mind goes back to one of these bath pillows and I could kick myself for not having purchased one yet. This pillow is made from breathable material that dries quickly and it adheres to your tub with its six extra-strong suction cups. I like the length of this one, which is more ergonomically designed than many I’ve seen.
Hang It Up
I promise, these are the last hangers on my list but they’re so good, you don’t want to overlook them. These non-slip velvet hangers have saved the day for me on more than one occasion by keeping my clothes where they belong without any stretched neck or misshapen sleeves. You get 50 of the ultra-thin models here, which is great for not taking up any more closet room than necessary.
Out Like A Light
Are you still lighting candles the old-school way, with lighters you grabbed in the checkout line at Walmart? This USB rechargeable electric lighter means never having to buy a lighter again, with a plasma lighter that lights up while resisting rain or wind. The extended wand is great for safely lighting candles, fireworks, BBQs, and more, and a quick one-hour charge will keep you going for days.
Nurture Your Green Thumb
I’ve always had a desire to grow bonsai trees, ever since I saw “The Karate Kid” all those years ago. Now I’m grown up and I don’t have any semblance of a green thumb, so I don’t. But, you totally could, which would elevate your space, be it at home or in the office. This bonsai trio kit features three different tree styles (silver birch, red maple, and mountain pine) for a varied experience.