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"Gimme gimme gimme!" —your kitchen
1. A plate that comes with a detachable bowl.
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For people who can't eat soup without having a sandwich to go along with it.
Price: $20
2. A single-serving slushie maker.
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Smoothies. Milk shakes. Frozen co*cktails. So many possibilities.
Price: $19.99
3. A tight-sealing lid you can use on any pan with a smooth rim.
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So much better than using plastic wrap or aluminum foil, plus it's freezer- and microwave-safe.
Price: $18.95
The word "turnt" has never been displayed so beautifully.
Price: $7.50
A few more facts about this cool device: It never needs sharpening, it's dishwasher-safe, and it comes with a salad recipe book.
Price: $20
This fits several kebabs' worth of food onto one skewer.
Price: $16
8. A mug that mixes your chocolate milk without making a mess.
A less innocent way to use it: to combine some Bailey's or Kahlúa with your milk. Moooooo.
Price: $14.95
You'll be snacking on delicious fruit pieces in seconds.
Price: $7.50
10. A sloth to infuse your tea.
His lazy bod is made to hang on the side of a mug instead of a tree.
Price: $14.99
11. A potato masher with a handle like a ski pole.
The ergonomic handle makes it easy to really go crazy with your mashing (plus: it detaches for cleaning).
Price: $9
An equal slice for all.
Price: $14.99
13. Brightly colored bowls you can stack.
Their handles make them easy to grip when you're carrying things that slop (like soup).
Price: $10
15. A futuristic-looking microwave popcorn popper.
It'll make around 10 cups of corn in about three minutes — and you can eat your popcorn right out of the popper!
Price: $19.95
16. A serving set that's whale-y cute.
The perfect combination of practical and adorable.
Price: $20
18. An ice cube tray that won't drip as you carry it.
The lid also keeps out particles and odors.
Price: $7.99
19. A pair of scissors that can cut through pizza.
Because running one of those pizza wheels back and forth about 80 times just isn't cutting it. Literally.
Price: $9.99
20. A hassle-free citrus juicer.
It'll squeeze citrus fruits of all sizes: from lil' limes to gargantuan grapefruits.
Price: $19.95
21. A set of dip clips you can attach to any plate or bowl.
For people who loooooooooove their condiments.
Price: $7.99
22. A co*cktail glass featuring a helpful hint.
The best dreams are the ones you can chase in a bar after work.
Price: $10
23. A pair of paws to protect your hands.
Use them to cook...and then use them for your next Halloween costume.
Price: $21.99
You'll never almost break a tooth on a kernel again.
Price: $18
Just roll it up and store it when you're done.
Price: $11.99
26. A squirrel friend to crack your nuts for you.
So much cuter than one of those handheld nut crackers.
Price: $24
28. A multitool that'll help you when you're on grill duty.
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It flips, it grips, it spears!
Price: $24.99
29. A set of collapsible measuring cups.
Save space!
Price: $10.47
30. A pair of cats to rest chopsticks (or a spoon) on.
So much cuter than resting your spoon on a piece of paper towel.
Price: $11.95
31. A tea towel that knows who the best kind of people are.
One of Julia Child's many great quotes.
Price: $15
32. A device that lets you serve with one hand.
The Snapi is great for parties or buffets: people can get a serving without putting down their plate. Bonus: It looks kind of like Audrey II from Little Shop of Horrors!
Price: $8.95
33. Scissors that make chopping up herbs a breeze.
These will ~shear~ minutes off of your cooking prep time.
Price: $8.95
34. A cup that displays the temperature of your beverage.
If it's filled with coffee and the heart is glowing blue, you'll know you need to reheat.
Price: $19
The pop-up camper of storage containers.
Price: $17.49
36. A cold-brew-making bottle.
Fill the filter with 4 tablespoons of coffee, leave it in your fridge overnight, and enjoy some delicious cold brew in the morning.
Price: $19.99
37. Potholders that rock.
Burning a casserole isn't something to be happy about, but it *would* be fitting to use a Johnny Cash potholder to lift food that's "dressed in black."
Price: $11
38. Bags that transform your toaster into a grilled-cheese-making device.
Your toaster just got a lot more useful.
Price: $9.99
39. A glamorous tart-serving duo.
Solid glitter > solid gold.
Price: $23
40. A press for making delicious tortillas.
Step one on the road to making amazing quesadillas.
Price: $11
42. A salad spinner that's easy to clean.
It'll dry off enough salad for two people. Or one very hungry person.
Price: $15
43. A tea towel that wishes you success.
Bacon makes everything better.
Price: $24