Little Things That Make Us Happy

We've done a few roundups of small purchases that have made your life better (2020, 2019 and 2017) and they've been such a great hit with readers we've started tagging our favorite little things we mention in our daily posts. You may also want to check out some of our posts with gift ideas!

11/11/2019 34 Comments · by Kate Antoniades

Coffee Break: Crystal Nail File

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This crystal nail file is a great alternative to metal files and emery boards.

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57 Comments · by Kat

Tool of the Trade: Little Purchases That Make Life Easier

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Readers, what little purchases have made your life easier? I’m sharing some of my favorite recent purchases, but I’d love to hear yours…

10/07/2019 102 Comments · by Kat

Coffee Break: Wearlizer Watch Bands

Coffee Break | little things· wearable tech

Apple Watch wearers: what’s your favorite watchband that you’ve purchased? I like the looks of this $15 option…

08/19/2019 39 Comments · by Kat G

Coffee Break: High-Fidelity Earplugs

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My son has very sensitive hearing, so I’ve been down a million rabbitholes for what the best earplugs are — people rave about these hi-fidelity earplugs. If you’re bothered by noise or have a ton of concerts to go to, these are apparently the best you can buy. I like that they come with a … Read More about Coffee Break: High-Fidelity Earplugs

07/22/2019 99 Comments · by Kat

Coffee Break: Touch of Sugar

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Big thanks to the readers for giving props to this nail polish brand’s super easy application brush…

07/01/2019 172 Comments · by Kat

Coffee Break: Insulated Wine Bottle Carriers

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I’ve found insulated wine carriers to be surprisingly useful…

06/17/2019 117 Comments · by Kat

Gift Idea: Anker Powercore 10000

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This external battery is one of the best small purchases I’ve made recently (under $35) — do you have any small purchases that have made your life better?