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For when even doom scrolling hits its limit.

Promising review: "I love making chocolate teddy bears. Super easy to use. Love that I can use this mold to make chocolate teddies or ice teddies. Super cute." —Mari P.

Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six other styles).

Promising review: "As long as you use a thick piece of paper behind, there is no bleeding onto other pages. Great spacing in the shapes, easy to stay in the lines. Works great with alcohol-based markers." —Los Meg

Promising review: "These are fun to color, draw with. Be sure to use a cardboard under the paper before coloring, as it bleeds through. One is smaller than the other end, a felt tip pen and a fat end." —Vaneesa Mardock

Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in five pack sizes).

This handheld device *doesn't* heat up milk like the Nespresso Aeroccino, btw.

Promising review: "Works wonderfully. Just heat the milk up in a microwave-safe cup or glass, then froth. I've been using this for tea lattes, and it's fantastic." —R. Kahler

Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in three whisk styles, rechargeable or battery-powered, and tons of colors).

Promising review: "My wife and I are in our 30s and bought these to keep around so we can stim/fidget whenever we want. This pack was PERFECT with a ton of variety, so you don’t get bored. Yes, it’s cheaper plastic, but that’s to be expected given the price. I’d only tried spinners before, so I wanted to be able to try a few different fidget toy types, and this box was great for that!" —Liora

Promising review: "If you’re looking for a way to make something as simple as journaling have a huge impact on your life, the Five Minute Journal is exactly what you’re looking for. Honestly, I’ve never been a big writer, and I never realized how powerful it could be to just write down my thoughts. But the energy it brings into my mornings and nights has been incredible. I’ve only been doing it for a few weeks, and I can already feel the difference. Every day, I look forward to journaling, and the clarity, positivity, and focus it gives me have been mind-blowing. If you’ve been thinking about starting, this is your sign to just do it." —Hamza Saeed

Get it from Amazon for $26.99+ (available in six colors).

Promising review: "It’s so fun and satisfying to make, 100% plan to order more just for the fun of it. Making the ramen was my favorite part; it even feels like you’re eating real ramen!! The least favorite was the broth; it was too sweet for me, but I didn’t expect much. The dough tasted the best. Overall, this cute candy was affordable for making my childhood dream come true! I always wanted to try one of these. Will definitely try out more. <333!!!" —Brittany

Get it from Amazon for $3.89 (also available in a two-pack).

Promising review: "This zen garden is absolutely worth it if this is what you're into. The tools provided are excellent in terms of durability and style. The little pieces that come along with it are perfect, and nothing is missing. The sand is fine, but the key is to take your time with your creation. Make sure the lines are even all the way around. I can literally do this for hours and hours... To the creator of this magnificent product, thank you!!!!!" —Customer 123

Promising review: "Fun to put together, especially with the few unexpected shaped pieces. It was a nice puzzle to put together. Nice picture, vibrant colors." —Janet

Get it from Amazon for $14.99 (available in 14 other designs).

Promising review: "LOVE this travel backgammon set. The color, quality, and size are WOW. 🙌" —Tbag

Get it from Amazon for $29.80 (available in five colors).

Promising review: "Stretching is big for me these days, and I love these resistance bands. I've incorporated them into my morning stretching routine, and I really like that they come in a little bag. It helps keep things organized. The quality is good, and they get the job done." —MHK

Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (available in seven color sets).

Promising review: "Very sticky and plenty of jewels and tools. Easy and beautiful. I recommend coating with something like ModPodge when finished for durability, since the wood and cork may soak up water with condensation." —Lowe

We're Not Really Strangers is a small biz that specializes in games that empower meaningful connection.

Promising review: "My husband and I really love these cards. We have been playing this for several weeks now, about 20 cards or so every time we sit down to do it. And questions are fun, insightful, and provoke a really good conversation! We also got a family edition after buying these. I highly recommend." —Mila

Get it from Amazon for $20+ (available in six editions).

Promising review: "This was a great purchase! It was a fun activity for my partner and me. It was easy to follow the instructions to bake the crafts made. I bought the pack with a lot of colors, lots to choose from." —Sasha

Get a 50-color kit from Amazon for $19.99+ (also available in kits with more colors).

Treasure Wall Art CA is a small biz that makes custom paint-by-number kits and stained glass sun catchers.

Promising review: "I am overjoyed by how great the quality of this gift is! I have ordered other paint by number canvases from bigger companies (made in China) and I'm absolutely delighted to find a small business that does quality work at a great price. This will surely be my first of many orders from this fantastic shop. THANK YOU!" —CrudeJude2

Get it from Treasure Wall Art CA on Etsy for $25.42+ (originally $33.89+; available in five sizes, with 24-, 36-, 48-, or 60-color templates, and with or without a wrapped frame).

Promising review: "Love these! The stand is small and easy to tuck away if you don't want everyone seeing it. Good grip even for sweaty hands. This is perfect for me to get some quick reps in in the morning." —Shawna Boyd

Get a set of three pairs with a rack from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in two sets of weights and in individual pairs of various weights). 

Promising review: "My family loves trivia! This game is fun with all the variations of the rolls to keep it lively. It's also easy enough to know answers but hard enough not to be boring. I recommend this to other families who like to play games instead of watching TV!!" —Sallie

Promising review: "By far the best kit I’ve bought this month. I just started, and I ordered several kits from IG. They were complicated, lacked clear instructions, and were awful to follow. This kit has clear step-by-step instructions with pictures, and the YouTube link is easy to follow. If you are just starting, then this is the best kit to begin with. It also increases skills as you go, which makes it fun. The kit also contains everything you need." —Melanie V. Millr

Get it from Amazon for $14.98+ (available in three sets).

Promising review: "Honestly, I wasn't sure what to expect from this little thing, but I'm pleasantly surprised. I've tried for a phone game of Pac-Man, but they were never what I was looking for. I can see myself spending hours playing this. The price is great, it's easy to hold, works as it should, and is good quality for how inexpensive it is. It's a ton of fun." —Austyn Greider

Get it from Amazon for $19.89 (also available in a Ms. Pac-Man style).

Promising review: "Puzzle Mania is everything I hoped it would be: clever, challenging, and unbelievably fun. Joel Fagliano brings the same brilliance from his New York Times puzzles into this book. Each puzzle feels fresh and original, with just the right balance of difficulty and satisfaction. I found myself saying 'just one more,' and suddenly an hour had flown by. It’s now my favorite way to unwind and sharpen my mind. Perfect for puzzle lovers of any level!" —Alex S.

Promising review: "Bought this board to help strengthen my ankles after a running injury. I really enjoy it, it is fun! It has helped improve my ankle mobility. I like that you can change the distance and skill on the back. My toddler also enjoys playing with this. I would not recommend this if you only have hardwood floors, as it is slick, but that could be based on my experience level vs being able to use it on hardwood floors in general." –Amazon Customer

Get it from Amazon for $85.49+ (available in three colors).

Promising review: "I bought this Bonaok microphone, and it's been the life of the party! The rose gold color is gorgeous, and it feels very high-quality. The sound is crystal clear, and the echo and volume functions work perfectly. It's also very easy to connect via Bluetooth. I highly recommend it!" —Glenda

Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in 14 colors).

Promising review: "This little Dash popcorn maker is such a win! It pops quickly, evenly, and makes up to 16 cups, perfect for movie night or sharing. The best part? The butter melter on top! I just drop in a pat before popping, and it drizzles down perfectly over the popcorn, no mess, no fuss, just delicious. The aqua color is super cute too, and it’s compact enough to tuck away when we travel. If you love fresh popcorn and hate the microwave stuff, this is a must." —Cristina Baumann

Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in six colors/designs).

Promising review: "This candle-making kit is fantastic for anyone wanting to learn a new craft! It includes everything you need, and the instructions are super easy to follow. As a beginner, I felt confident creating my own candles, and the results were amazing! The kit is high-quality and fun, making it perfect for adults looking to dive into a new hobby. Highly recommend!" —Sylviane

Get it from Amazon for $44.99+ (available in three bundles). 

Promising review: "This mini projector is one of the best products I have ever purchased. Its quality is completely different from those I bought before. It is small in size, with excellent color and clarity. There is no noisy fan and no overly bright backlight. I highly recommend buying this product, especially for those who are skeptical about low prices. Their customer service is excellent." —Lorraine Tate

Get it from Amazon for $47.99+ (clip the coupon on the product page to get the Projector YG300Pro version at this price; available in three versions).

Promising review: "Great walking pad and comes ready to use out of the box. The length is long enough for me to walk comfortably, even as a tall person with long legs. The front legs can be used to tilt the pad up, or it can lie flat, and it has a nice range of speeds. The motor isn’t very loud, although the belt makes some noise, but that might be because I use it on a carpeted area. Overall, it’s good quality for the price and works great for my needs." —Katie

Get it from Amazon for $124.98+ (available in four colors).

Promising review: "I mean, what’s not to like? All sorts of fun games of all genres are available to play on your TV or on the go. You will accidentally play away hours of your day with this thing and have a lot of fun with your kids when you do. We have had no issues with ours and own two now. The battery lasts long enough, and it’s also easy to just plug it in and keep going, when playing away from the TV/dock." —MM

P.S. If you're ready to splurge a little more, you can get the Nintendo Switch 2, which is also available as a bundle with Mario Kart World.

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