A little ingenuity goes a long way in transforming a mundane object into something eye catching and clever. Add some humor into the mix, and you’ve got yourself a conversation piece. From beauty products to tech gadgets to kitchen solutions, a little cleverness can make the difference between a meh product and your favorite product.
Generally something like a paper cup or a note pad doesn’t inspire much of a reaction. But a special paper cup or lightbulb can. What can be special about these things, you ask? It’s the application of ingenuity and cleverness that can revamp even the most basic object turning it into something special. We’ve collected 37 products and gadgets that will make you say, “Dang, that’s clever!”
Make Grilled Cheese in Your Regular Toaster With These Toaster Bags
Yes, that’s right. Oooey, gooey grilled cheese from your regular old pop up toaster. What’s not to love about that? These Non Stick Toaster Bags contain any melty cheese while also ensuring even toasting and melting. But wait! There’s more! You can use these reusable, washable bags to reheat pizza, cook frozen chicken nuggets or patties, or really anything else that you want heated evenly and nice and crispy.
This Slide Out Storage Tower is Such a Brilliant Idea You’ll be Mad You Didn’t Invent it
You know all those narrow gaps that are just dead space in your home – between your fridge and the counter, or between your washer and dryer? The Slide Out Storage Tower laughs at the concept of dead space. This narrow little shelf slips into impossible places and gives you actual useful storage! At under $25, this is a storage solution to love. Check out the reviews (over 1,000). This thing rocks!
Always Cut a Straight Line With These Laser Scissors
The future is now. Laser Scissors is a thing. Not only do you get to say, “This is a job for laser scissors!” which is awesome, but these are actually helpful as well. No more wonky edges on your wrapping paper. The laser makes a straight line dead ahead and you just follow along with the scissors. I’d like a laser attached to all my hand held tools. More lasers!
Every Oven Should Be Equipped With Oven Rack Guards
One day we are protected children who are not really expected to be able to do anything. Suddenly, we move into our first apartment and we are people who are supposed to be fully competent at maneuvering heavy and extremely hot dishes while awkwardly bent over with our face in a hot oven. There are no training wheels for this. Or are there? If you’ve ever accidentally bumped into the edge of an oven rack, you’re going to want to get a set of these Oven Rack Guards.
Keep This Collapsible Hair Diffuser in Your Gym Bag or Suitcase and Have Great Curls Even on the Go
Curly gals know that a diffuser is the secret weapon for great hair days. But diffusers are big and bulky and a pain to try to travel with. So, we have limp waves during our vacations. Well, ladies, you can have your trip and your curls too with this clever Collapsible Hair Diffuser. The stretchy silicone fits most dryers, so you can go ahead and use the hotel hair dryer and still have a fabulous hair day!
This Superwoman Floating Bookshelf is Maybe the Most Clever and Charming Bookshelf Ever
Why not have a superhero holding up your books? This clever and adorable Superwoman Floating Bookshelf creates the illusion that your books are held up only by the superpowers of this little lady. It’s really magnets at work, but no one has to know. These also come in a male superhero version, and a cute superwoman bookend variety. I want them all and I definitely want to put one in my daughter’s bedroom.
Spool Huggers Keep All Your Thread Neat and Tidy
These clever little Spool Huggers wrap snugly around any size spool of thread to keep the end securely locked in place and the thread neatly coiled. Whether you’re an avid sewer (sewist?), a needlework hobbyist, or just know how to re-attach a button, you likely have a box of threads and needles somewhere in your house. And chances are all that thread is tangled up and partially unravelled because you don’t have spool huggers.
Fit All Your Plugs With This Surge Protector with Rotating Outlets and USB Ports
We all have surge protectors and power strips that are only half full because of the large plugs that don’t fit in next to one another. This clever Surge Protector with Rotating Outlets eliminates that problem entirely. Not only does it have handy USB ports, saving your adapters for elsewhere, but the rotating outlets means that those giant plugs don’t have to take up two outlets.
This Giant Cupcake Pan Will Definitely Amaze and Delight at Every Party
You know what’s not clever? Children. Did you know that some kids don’t like cake, but they do like cupcakes. Yes, this defies all logic and reason, but it’s true nonetheless. Even without that tidbit of childish insanity, a giant cupcake is about 1000 times more fun and exciting than a regular old cake. This Giant Cupcake Pan not only makes a mega sized cupcake, practically guaranteed to delight and impress, it also lets you make Food TV worthy magic center cakes which will up your cake game a lot. Now that’s clever!
Keepons are a Clever Fix For a Common Problem
If you wear glasses then you know the annoying slip that happens constantly. You can tighten the arms so they squeeze uncomfortably, or you can adjust your glasses ten thousand times per day. It’s a small annoyance which calls for a small solution. Keepons are stretchy little hook things that slide onto your frames and keep them right where you want them. They come in both clear and black, and virtually disappear once you have your glasses on.
Say Cheese!
How adorable are these 2-in-1 cat scratcher pizza boxes and catnip-infused toy pizza slices? This cat toy combo is sure to put a smile on your and your fur baby’s face! It’s made with cat-friendly plush material and pesticide-free, organic catnip. The perfect gift for cats and cat lovers!
With Just Water This Makeup Remover Cloth Cleans Away All Your Makeup
Some nights the very idea of washing off the day’s makeup seems too exhausting to even contemplate. It’s OK. There is an easier way to condense your nighttime skincare regimen. This Makeup Remover Cloth wipes away makeup, dirt, and sunscreen with just water, making it the easiest choice ever for those nights when you just can’t. Take a few of these cloths when you travel and leave your messy, hard to transport facial cleansers at home.
Save Your Neck With This Wallet Travel Pouch and Passport Holder
This neck wallet is the perfect travel companion. It comes with 5 RFID secured pockets so you can be sure that your important documents and credit cards will be safe. It’s slim and lightweight for easy access while waiting in those dreadful airport check-ins and security lines. Plus, this purchase includes two free Global Recovery Stickers from the world’s leading lost and found company, ReturnMe. You won’t find a better deal than this!
Fill Up Hundreds of Water Balloons in No Time With These Self-Sealing Water Balloons
If you’ve ever been in charge of creating the magical fun of a water balloon fight, then you know the struggle to get those tiny balloons onto a hose or sink tap, fill them each one by one, and then tie those little, slippery things. It is not easy and you’ll end up soaked, and with more broken balloons than not. Instead, these ingenious Self-Sealing Water Balloons come in bunches of 100, screw onto your hose easily, and then pop off fully sealed when they’re full. It takes about a minute. Welcome to the water balloon fight of the future.
Get A Coffee World Tour In Your Own Home
Picture this – you invite your coffee addict friends over, sample roasts from 8 different countries, read the bonus postcards describing each coffee bag’s origin, and take flavor profile notes like a pro coffee connoisseur. Wild right?! If you have a low tolerance for caffeine, don’t worry. You can start with the 4-pack variety set or try the collection of the world’s best teas!
The Flip-It Saves You Money by Eliminating Food Waste
Manufacturers are FINALLY designing bottles that stand with the dispensing end down, but most condiments still come in senseless, dispensing side UP bottles. This means that we need to shake and shake and shake them, trying to get our dressing or ketchup to the dispensing end. Invariably, we give up and buy a new one while there is still plenty of stuff left in the bottle. The Flip-It turns any bottle into a smart, dispensing side down bottle. It’s genius and everyone needs one.
Keep an Aqua Notes Pad in Your Shower Because That’s Where You Get All Your Best Ideas
Everyone should have a note pad in the shower. There’s something about the shower that gives writers the best ideas, makes us remember the super important phone call we keep forgetting to make, and reminds us that we’re out of conditioner. These clever waterproof Aqua Notes Pads will ensure that your brilliant ideas don’t disappear the moment you step out of the shower.
The FakeTV Burglar Deterrent Makes it Look Like Someone is in Your House, Watching TV
Would be thieves generally target homes where they can get in and out easily without encountering a homeowner. If it looks like you’re home, they’ll pick a different house. Make your home a less attractive mark with this clever FakeTV Burglar Deterrent. Simply set the timer before heading out of town, and it will look like you’re home catching up on Netflix even if you’re off on some fabulous vacation. The flashing color lights mimic a TV screen surprisingly well.
This Silicone Bib Set is Perfect For Babies and Toddlers Who are Sitting Up and Eating Solid Foods
Come on. A baby bib that says “Notorious B.I.B.” or “Eaters Gonna Eat” on it? Yes, please! Pick up this adorable Silicone Bib Set as a baby shower gift and you will win the day. Not only are they cleverly adorable, but the silicone is super easy to wipe clean, and the always open pocket works to catch all the debris that misses that baby’s mouth.
Keep Your Sweaters Looking Like New With a Fabric Shaver
We all have a favorite sweater that looks ratty after a wear or two because of pills and bumps. Or how about when you put perfectly good leggings into the wash the first time only to extract clean but pill covered leggings afterwards? This clever Fabric Shaver quickly shaves off all those unsightly pills and bumps from your clothes. It has a protective and adjustable spacer which ensures that your delicate fabrics don’t get snagged in process.
Switch Out Your Switch Plate For This Outlet Shelf and Create More Counter Space Out of Thin Air
Once you see an Outlet Shelf you begin to wonder why no one thought of this before. These days we all have a million and one gadgets and devices that need to be plugged in and need a place to live. This shelf is perfectly sized for a small speaker, baby monitor, or smart home device like an Echo. Save your counter space for other things.
Conquer the Fluff With These Pet Grooming Gloves
If you have a cat or a dog, then you have a fur problem. So much fur! These Pet Grooming Gloves take brushing your fluffy friend to the next level. Your dog or cat will fall at your feet in anticipation when you don your magical petting gloves. Don’t be alarmed if you remove enough hair to build a whole new pet after a few swipes with these mitts. Be the boss of the fur.
Reduce Your Heating Bills, Increase Your Home’s Energy Efficiency, and Eliminate Those Cold Drafts With Socket Sealers
Electrical sockets and switch plates on the exterior walls of our homes are notoriously poorly insulated. Go ahead and place your hand by a socket on a cold day and you’ll see what I’m talking about. These easy to install, flame retardant Socket Sealers cleverly fix the problem. At under $7 for a package of 16 outlet sealers and 6 switch plate sealers, can you afford not to seal your sockets?
Keep Your Boots Looking Great With These Boot Shaper Stands
If you’re like me, then your closet is full of flopped over boots. All spring and summer my boots sit unworn and wilted. This is no way to store those expensive tall boots! The much more clever way to store them is by using a Boot Shaper. These adorable shapers fits into your boots to keep the shaft’s shape in your closet.