It really can be as simple as this.
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A Novogratz accent table for the person who’s sorely lacking in surface areas. It’s made from high-quality materials and can be used as a side table or a mini desk for working from the couch, which can make WFH feel a little easier.
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A “welcome” doormat that will create an immediately cozy atmosphere in any home. Plus, it’s a practical item that will prevent you from tracking mud and other yucky stuff into your home, providing less of a clean-up task.
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Or! A wood writing desk if being able to separate business from pleasure while WFH is a difficult task for you. It’ll definitely aid productivity and make your space look a lot nicer as you won’t have work papers splayed across the dining table anymore.
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A floor cabinet with side shelves so your medicine cabinet won’t be overstuffed with beauty products, toothbrushes, and medical essentials. Having an overflowing cabinet is not chic.
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A faux leather storage ottoman that is a great place to keep extra blankets and cushions when it’s time to kick back for the night. Plus, it can be used as an extra seat or a footstool so you know you’ll get the maximum use out of it. Sometimes the best solution is the most simple one.
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Promising review: “I don’t know how this was only $50 some dollars. It’s so dang cute and holds a lot of items! I put our blankets inside. I have about 5 throws in there and still room for more. We have a smaller living room and this is the perfect size. Big enough for two people to put their feet up on. Kids love to sit on it too. I feel the color shown is true. The leather is soft and the lid closes slowly/stays open when getting things in and out. No assembly which is a big perk! Wiped down for cleaning well too.” —RayRay
Price: $50 (also available in faux caramel leather)
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A cast-iron Lodge Dutch oven for the person who is constantly looking for ways to simplify their time in the kitchen. It’s a great way to just throw quick soups, stews, and pasta dishes together without dirtying a bunch of dishes.
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A stackable wire storage bin because we could all use a few extra storage solutions to make our days feel less chaotic. It’s great for yarn, blankets, pillows, and any other items you want to keep on hand but off the ground.
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Promising review: “I purchased the small and medium-size wire baskets for board books and paperbacks. The built-in handles are great for transporting plus these baskets do not tip easily. The modular shape and basket size options are a plus. I was able to fit a lot of books of different sizes in a small space. Worth the price.” —Lintu123
Price: $10+ (available in three sizes)
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A shoe storage organizer so you can keep your favorite duds in plain view and also keep pets from having easy access to them on the floor. It’ll definitely come in use every day and you’ll be thankful when you always have a place for your things so they won’t stay strewn on the floor.
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A Versed gel cleanser that is perfect for the person whose philosophy is less is more when it comes to their skincare routine. There’s arguably nothing that feels better than clear skin and taking a simple approach to skincare can help move you along in your day.
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Promising review: “Excellent basic cleanser. Doesn’t strip or over dry. Peppermint scent is very noticeable but feels refreshing and doesn’t irritate my skin.” —bocaruidosa
Price: $12.99
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A magnetic knife holder for those of us who like to have our tools right where we can see them. It’s never been easier to manage clean-up when all you have to do is stick your stuff right to the wall.
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Promising review: “This knife bar frees up a corner of our counter space, it’s a simple design, easy to install ( except that you have to take care to use a drill bit smaller than the 3/8” as instructed, but then any good handyman would have checked first), and very inexpensive.” —Firelion
Price: $16.99
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A three-tier rolling rack because we could all use an extra bar cart, kitchen rack, and butcher block. Since this is all those items in one, it’s truly unbeatable and the best part is you won’t want to move all around your kitchen to get the job done.
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Promising review: “I’m in love with my new kitchen cart. It was not only easy to put together but is sleek, good quality, and takes up less space than my other bulky cart but has more storage! Highly recommend!!” —Samantha W.
Price: $69.99
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A plastic cereal bowl so you can make the most of your breakfast. Its cute and simple design will help declutter your mind in the morning and will present your food in a way that will make it difficult not to devour.
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Promising review: “The orange color is muted and beautiful! We have been using them for a few weeks and they are holding up great for constant use. Awesome purchase!” —Island_life1
Price: $0.50 (available in two colors)
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A handheld label maker, because as we get older we only acquire more things that need organization. It’s a great way to make your office super efficient and will definitely bring some order to your life.
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Promising review: “Thank you for the fast shipping and good packaging. You beat everyone’s price I could find by $10. Great job. Totally recommended 100%.” —MISTY TIDWELL
Price: $17.89
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An Alexa Smart Home Hub for folks who like to get an answer on the spot. You can ask Alexa questions, set timers, and check the time all while keeping your hands free to work, cook, or do other tasks around the house.
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A discreet wastebasket because there’s always stuff to throw away and decluttering is essential for creating mental space. For this low of a price, you could even replace your garbage bin every week, but it’s so well-made it won’t come to that.
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Promising review: “I needed a small trashcan for my son’s nursery. This is a great size and matches the nursery well. You also can’t beat the price. It feels like good quality and I am very happy.” —crazyhallie
Price: $2
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A handheld vacuum sealer so you won’t have to worry about any products in your fridge spoiling. Make re-sealing packages of bacon, veggies, and other essentials super easy and help keep them as fresh as possible so you won’t waste time or money running to the store to replenish your supply.
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A Nespresso VertuoPlus coffee machine that will make your mornings way more productive. An incredibly efficient coffee maker is definitely worth the bucks since it makes full cups *andespresso all in one.
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Promising review: “I bought this for my husband but I was leery. I love our stove op espresso maker and didn’t think I’d use the Nespresso often, or be able to find a coffee that would measure up. It came with a sample pack that we tried out, and we have found a few different coffee and espresso-based pods that we keep on hand. I love the ease of making a quick cup when I’m on my way out the door and forgot (or was too lazy) to prep our stovetop coffee the night before. the machine is easy to use, easy to refill, easy to empty of used pods. Nespresso, you’ve won me over!” —Zlane
Price: $179.99
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An 8-quart InstantPot for the person who loves to meal prep ahead of the week. It’ll make weekday eating so much faster and tastier. It has tons of different settings so you can experiment with new recipes, cuisines, and flavors!
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Promising review: “This is the best addition to my kitchen. Definitely worth the price. I’m working all day every day and sometimes I don’t want to stand up over the stove for a long time to cook. With this, it shortens the time it takes to cook things and saves you the hassle of a million dishes.” —JR
Price: $199.99
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A stainless-steel storage container because we all need a place to keep your kitchen tools and this one is as good as any. You’ll be reaching in here all the time for your wooden spoons and spatulas and its clean design looks nice, too.
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A car dashboard and windshield mount so you won’t have to go fumbling for your phone just to figure out where you’re going. Checking your phone while driving can be super unsafe and this quick fix to that problem seems well worth the purchase.
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A rope basket that will make keeping blankets, magazines, and other stray household items organized and off the furniture. Having a place to put things really makes a world of difference in simplifying your routine.
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And a pair of Bose QuietComfort bluetooth headphones for the person who could use a little peace and quiet. It makes WFH so much easier to have noise-canceling headphones, especially if you live with other people and really like to focus in and be as productive as possible during the work day.
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A coiled rope storage bin because it’s truly the MVP of any entryway game. It’s a great place to keep your phone, keys, wallet, sanitizer, masks, and so much more so you won’t be stuck looking for them when you’re in a time crunch.
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Promising review: “I’m so in love with this basket !! It holds three huge bath towels and it looks so cute in my bathroom. I want to get the big basket now for clothes! I loved this collection, I bought the other two small baskets and it just brings the whole bathroom together. Quality is amazing!” —Janet
Price: $10+ (available in four sizes)
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A Ninja foodie two-in-one air fryer so you can have every treat under the sun available at your fingertips. Whether you’re a vegetarian or can’t get enough of fried wings, this item is a great investment for mealtime in a flash.
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An iRobot Roomba that has seriously been a lifesaver for me in quarantine. Don’t have time to sweep every day? This super-efficient robot vacuum does the trick and takes one thing off your to-do list.
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Promising review: “Oooommmmggg seriously the best our purchase I have made at Target —this should say something coming from Minnesota ( the home of Target)! —vickiraerarw
Price: $475.99
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A multi stripe rope storage bin for those of us who are constantly trying to be better about keeping things tidy around the house. It’s great for organizing toys, books, and blankets so your house can feel less cluttered.
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A bamboo drying rack because if you aren’t one of the fortunate few who have a dishwasher, this will be a total game-changer. It makes cleaning up after yourself super simple and incentivizing when you don’t have to be on drying duty.
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A leather office chair that will make WFH feel so much more luxurious. If you’ve been crouched over the computer working from the couch since last March, this is for you. It will definitely aid productivity and make you feel like a real person, which is always great.
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Promising review: “I first bought this chair a couple of months ago. I use it every day for nine hours a day and it’s great. In fact, my 10-year-old daughter liked it more than the chair I bought her for her desk so I gave her this one and bought this chair again. It’s quick and easy to put together.” —Lisa
Price: $80
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A one-step hair dryer and volumizer because what’s hair without volume? This revolutionary item has two-in-one capabilities so you’ll be glad that you’re getting the most for the product and the price. Plus, you rock the style for days cutting down on precious time in the morning before you set out on a busy day.
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Promising review: “I have thick, wavy, and frizzy hair so these types of products usually don’t work on my hair but surprisingly, this product works wonders on my hair! I’ll never have to pay for another blowout again. I recommend letting your hair partially air dry before using it.” —DogMami93
Price: $59.99 (available in two colors)
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An artificial eucalyptus plant in a white pot that will bring a little (faux) life to any living room. If you love plants, but don’t want to waste time or money on flowers from the store every week, this is a simple solution that will make your house feel super put-together.
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A USB desk light because no one likes to work in the dark. It has a charging port and a touch light dimmer so that you can work with your preferred lighting. It will make the end of your work days feel way less tiring to have soft lighting supporting you.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
