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55 Bizarro Things You Didn't Know About That'll Make Your Home A Heck Of A Lot Better

Embrace stuff on the stranger side — your home will be so much cooler.

Written by Yasmine Singh
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If you embrace being a little weird, this list is for you. Everything is bizarre — from unique mushroom shelves to a banana peel door stopper to toilet roll holders that look like sheep. Although the products are a bit out there, they will make your home a heck of a lot better because they’re practical, useful, and they transform a boring, everyday item into something fun.

01An Adorable Dimmable Night-Light For A Cozy Vibe

This rechargeable night-light looks like an adorable flame or a ghost — depending on how you look at it. It features two lighting modes, a dimmer function, and a timer setting. The cover can be removed to expose the silicone flame, which is satisfyingly squishy.

02A Glass Bowl That Looks Like An Open Plastic Bag

Adding some fun knickknacks to your home, like this glass bowl, is a great way to liven up a space. It’s crafted from handblown borosilicate glass to look like an unzipped disposable plastic bag. It has a flat bottom so it won’t tip over, and it’s top-rack dishwasher safe.

03Fuzzy Hand Towel Balls That Look Like Hedgehogs

Add these hand towels to your bathroom for a fun yet functional element that will impress guests. Unlike traditional towels, they’re fuzzy and look like hedgehogs. Their highly absorbent chenille nubs help them dry your hands quickly and more efficiently since they can get in between your fingers. They come as a pair.

04Whimsical Mushroom Toilet Bolt Covers To Hide Eyesores

These toilet bolt covers are probably something you’ve never heard of — but you’ll wish you knew about them sooner. They cover boring toilet bowl bolts without any complicated installation necessary — just pop them into place. They add a bit of whimsy and come in various styles (like mushrooms, frogs, turtles, and more) in the listing.

05A Wooden Coffin-Shaped Tray To Reduce Clutter

You can place this wooden tray anywhere from your bathroom counter to your nightstand to your coffee table. It’s perfect to display knickknacks, candles, or even office supplies and beauty products to keep counters clutter-free. It’s shaped like a coffin for a fun gothic vibe year-round.

06A Cheeky 3D Light Switch Cover That’ll Raise Eyebrows

If you want something a little daring, add this unique resin light switch cover to your home. It features a 3D Poseidon design and a strategically placed cutout for a light switch. One shopper wrote, “I needed some wall decor in my tiny bathroom. I thought this was hilarious but still aesthetic. It fit my switch perfectly!”

07A Fun Ceramic Frog Pot For Indoor Or Outdoor Plants

Whether you have indoor or outdoor plants, this ceramic pot will add some personality to any space. It’s designed to look like a frog with its mouth open and can also be used as a vase or a container for pens to add a unique touch to your desk.

08A Dishwasher Magnet That Says If The Load Is Clean Or Dirty

Put an end to someone putting a dirty plate in the dishwasher when everything has just been cleaned with this dishwasher sign. It’s magnetic so it can stick to most dishwashers and features two sides to let everyone know when the dishes are clean or dirty — just flip it to the correct side.

09A Cute Cow Carafe Set For Parties Or Your Nightstand

This carafe includes a tumbler that doubles as a lid to keep dust and debris out of your beverage. It’s perfect for your nightstand, and it’s also great for serving cocktails at gatherings. The cow design is anything but boring; two sizes can be found in the listing.

10An Espresso Martini Candle That Smells So Real

Made to look like an espresso martini, this candle will make a great centerpiece. It’s crafted from 100% soy wax poured in a real martini glass. It features a cotton wick for a clean burn, and it’s infused with coffee bean essential oils to smell as good as it looks.

11Facial Expression Magnets That Give Plants Personality

Add some personality to your plants with these fun and unique magnets. They’re lightweight so they can be applied to plant leaves without weighing them down, and the set includes four pairs of eyes and four mouths to create various facial expressions. They’re waterproof so you can safely water your plants.

12Floating Mushroom Shelves That Are So Cottagecore

If you want to add a whimsical cottagecore touch to your home, these five mushroom shelves are a great option. Their floating design makes them look like they’re growing right out of your wall when installed. They’re hand-painted and crafted from durable weather-resistant resin so they’re suitable for use both indoors and out.

13A Realistic Burrito Blanket Made Of Cuddly Fleece

Although this blanket may look like a gag gift for a foodie (and it definitely is), it’s actually as practical as it is fun. It’s designed to look like an oversize tortilla with realistic detailing on both sides — when you wrap yourself in it, it’ll look like a burrito. It’s crafted from premium fleece so it’s smooth and soft against your skin, and shoppers confirm that it’s lightweight yet warm. Four sizes can be found in the listing.

14A Unique Wooden Table Lamp With Adjustable Legs

Place this lamp on your desk, coffee table, or on a shelf to add a quirky element that’ll make your home feel a little weirder. It has feet that can be adjusted to make it look like it’s sitting or dangling its legs off of the edge of furniture. The legs can also be used as a shelf for small books, and the neck can be tilted to look like the head is facing forward or down.

15Fun Sheep Toilet Paper Holders That Hide Clutter In Plain Sight

Extra toilet paper rolls are necessary but they don’t look great displayed out in the open in your bathroom. These toilet paper holders allow you to store rolls in a fun way that looks like decor instead of clutter. They come in a pack of three.

16A Tissue Box Cover That Hides An Eyesore

Crafted from durable plastic, this tissue box cover covers most cube-shaped tissue boxes for an elevated look. It’s available in two colors that reviewers like to customize with stickers, decals, or decorative tape.

17Beaded Curtain Tiebacks With Magnetic Buckles

Crafted with agate beads, these curtain tiebacks will add a pop of color to any room. Unlike similar products, you don’t have to install them on your walls — they feature magnetic buckles to keep curtains gathered. Shoppers confirmed that they’re well made, easy to use, and feature strong magnets.

18A Quirky Resin Wall Accent That Comes In 5 Styles

Mount this faux animal head on a wall to add a fun and quirky accent in your home. Though it looks like it’s made from metal, it’s actually crafted from gold resin so it’s durable yet lightweight. It features a protective coating so it’s resistant to water and sunlight so it won’t fade. It’s available in five animals and a multipack in the listing.

19A Decorative Bath Mat That’ll Boost Your Confidence

This bath mat features a bold font and positive saying that’ll boost your confidence and add some style to your bathroom. One reviewer wrote, “Absolutely great addition to my bathroom. It kinda reminds me to be kinder to myself.” It’s crafted from 100% polyester microfiber to be soft, absorbent, and fast-drying. It features a nonslip backing so it won’t slide.

20Book-Themed Kitchen Sponges That’ll Garner Double Takes

These clever kitchen sponges are designed to look like classic books. They feature a felt layer on top for quick cleanups and a scrubby bottom layer to tackle tougher messes (like stuck-on food). According to the brand, they’re strong and durable but won’t scratch cookware.

21A Weird Soap Dispenser That Looks Like A Snail

You might need to let guests know that this snail-shaped soap dispenser isn’t just for decor. It’s weird and practical, adding fun to your bathroom. One customer wrote, “It works really well just push down on the shell and soap comes out the snails mouth. It's easy to fill, the shell lifts right off and you have access to the pump dispenser.” Black and white versions can be found in the listing, and it can also be filled with lotion or hand sanitizer.

22An Eye-Catching Vase With A 4.9-Star Overall Rating

Add this bold strawberry-shaped vase to your coffee table or countertop for a pop of color. It’s perfect for fresh or faux flowers, and it can also be used to store pens, pencils, and other office supplies, too. It has earned an impressive 4.9-star overall rating after more than 2,100 reviews on Amazon.

23Fun Cork Coasters That Look Like Mini Pizzas

These coasters will add a fun element to your home and will protect your furniture from condensation. They have cork bottoms to provide protection from stains, scratches, and liquids. The realistic-looking mini pizzas even come in a tiny pizza box for storage.

24A Ceramic Bowl That’s As Versatile As It Is Adorable

Let your inner weirdo shine by swapping boring dishes for this quirky duck bowl. It’s crafted from glazed ceramic that’s microwave safe with a duck face detail. It has a flat bottom for versatility — use it for soup, cereal, salad, and more. This is the 6-inch salad bowl version, but other options can be found in the listing.

25A Funny Cat Hand Towel Available in 24 Styles

This hand towel is designed to look like a cat and comes in 24 styles — so you can probably find one that looks like your cat. It features snaps on the paws to help it hang on a towel rod without slipping off, and shoppers report that it’s absorbent and soft.

26A Tiny Door For A Wall Or Tree Trunk

Mount this tiny door on a wall to add a playful element to any room — it’ll transform any space into a magical setting straight out of a fairytale. It includes a little ladder, mat, footprint stencil, tiny key, and fairy dust. Installed on a tree trunk, it’ll add a whimsical touch to your garden. The door measures just over 7 inches tall.

27A Posable Night-Light That Looks Like A Dog

Designed with posable arms and legs, you can adjust this night-light to look like a dog standing, sitting, or lying down in various positions. It features floppy ears and an LED face that emits a soft yellow light that’s perfect for reading at night or navigating in the dark. It’s battery operated so you can move it from room to room or use it like a flashlight. It’s also available in other colors and a reindeer version in the listing.

28Tiny Glass Vases To Brighten Shelves & Surfaces

Add these vases to a window sill, counter, table, or shelf to brighten up your home. They come in a set of four in different colors. Not only are they great for fresh bouquets, one shopper wrote that they’re “perfect for propagating some plants.” You could even use them to store pens to organize and liven up your desk.

29Colorful Wall Hooks For An Unexpected Touch

Place these hooks anywhere in your home — like on a wall or on the back of a door — to provide a place to store coats, towels, bags, and more. This set includes three hooks in different colors; they’re also available in two other variety packs and in solid black or white.

30An Iridescent Ceramic Vase With Retro Vibes

This retro-inspired vase looks like three dice stacked with a bold iridescent finish for extra shine. Add it to your desk, window sill, or nightstand to add a funky and unique touch. It’s great for fresh or faux flowers and can also be used to store combs, makeup brushes, pens, and more.

31Salt-&-Pepper Shakers With A Quirky Octopus Holder

This salt-and-pepper shaker set includes two standard-sized glass salt and pepper shakers and a unique octopus stand that holds them in place. It’s anything but boring and will add a fun nautical touch to your kitchen or dining room. It’s also available in a flamingo and crab version in the listing.

32A Highly Rated Coin Jar For Your Laundry Room

This coin jar has gained a 4.8-star overall rating. One reviewer wrote, “If only I had purchased this years ago, I could’ve been rich! The jar holds quite a bit of change.” Keep it in your laundry room to store coins and cash you find while washing clothing. When it’s full, use the money to buy yourself a treat — you deserve it.

33A Squishy Night-Light With 6 Color Options & A Timer

Since it’s rechargeable, this cat-shaped night-light can be moved from room to room. It’s crafted from soft silicone that’s fun to squish, and you can tap it to change the color between six options. You can also set a timer so it’ll automatically shut off after three hours to save the battery.

34A Funny Dumpster Pen & Notecard Holder For Your Desk

This desktop organizer is easy to assemble and will add some humor to your office. It looks like a dumpster and includes 100 notepads in the shape of flames. Use the three compartments to hold pens, pencils, paperclips, and more.

35A Microwave Cleaner That Looks Like A Steam-Breathing Dragon

Although this microwave cleaner looks like a toy, it’s actually a useful product that you’ll wish you knew about sooner. Just pop the head off and add water and vinegar, then microwave for five to eight minutes. It will release steam to soften grime and stains so they’re easy to wipe away without scrubbing or harsh cleaners. You can also add a squeeze of lemon to deodorize your microwave.

36Hand-Painted Frog Figurines For Your Garden

Consider adding these cute frog figurines to your garden to add some whimsy to your outdoor space. They’re hand-painted and crafted from weather-resistant resin with UV-resistant paint to avoid fading. This set includes three frogs in different lounging positions.

37A Hilarious Door Stopper That Looks Like A Banana Peel

Designed to look like a banana peel, this door stopper is a fun and practical item for your home. It’s crafted from durable PVC and features a nonslip base so it’ll stay put on practically any surface (including tile and wood).

38A Candle That Looks & Smells Like Dr Pepper

This soy wax candle comes in a real-looking Dr Pepper soda can. Yes, it smells like Dr Pepper, too. It’ll definitely serve as a conversation starter and can even be used to prank your friends (a realistic lid comes included). Customers comment that the scent is spot-on and it burns slowly to last a long time, too. It also comes in a matching Dr Pepper box, making it great to give as a gift.

39A Unique Tiered Shelf That Looks Like A Fire Escape

Create an accent wall with this shelf that’ll elevate any space in your home. It’s designed to look like a traditional New York fire escape. Not only will it create a cool focal point, it’s also functional because it provides three tiers to store various items like plants, figurines, books, pictures, and more. Choose from three shades in the listing.

40A Funny Lamp That Looks Like A Chicken Laying An Egg

Be prepared for guests to ask where you got this weird lamp from. It’s designed to look like a chicken laying an egg — taking farmhouse style to another level. The egg is a soft and warm LED light bulb that’s dimmable. It’s crafted from durable resin, making it resistant to shattering and fading.

41A Cherry Toilet Bowl Brush That’s Anything But Basic

A toilet bowl brush is a must — but make it stylish. This toilet bowl brush isn’t an eyesore; you’ll actually want it to be seen. It’s designed to look like a cherry with a long stem. It includes a base for storage, too.

42A Quirky Pufferfish Pen Holder Made Of Wood

Tired of losing your pens? This pen holder offers a functional yet unique way to store and display your pens. It looks like a pufferfish and features multiple holes to stick pens in to secure them in place. It’s also great for colored pencils.

43A French Bulldog Tray That’s So Versatile

This French bulldog statue looks like a cute butler holding a tray. It’ll look great on your entryway table or next to your bed to store your keys, wallet, and other small accessories. You can even let it wear your glasses or shades so you won’t lose or damage them. If brown isn’t your color, it’s also available in five other shades.

44Adhesive Chalkboard Wallpaper That’s So Versatile

Use this chalkboard wallpaper to create a spot just about anywhere in your home to draw pictures, jot down reminders, or to write funny or inspirational quotes. It’s easy to apply — just peel and stick (it can be trimmed to fit, too). It can be placed on walls, tables, desks, cabinets, and more. Reviewers are thrilled that it’s both easy to apply and remove. It comes with three dry-erase markers and an eraser cloth.

45An Adorable Essential Oil Diffuser That Doesn’t Need Batteries

This ceramic essential oil diffuser looks like a cute figurine (choose from a cat, dog, and capybara in the listing). Unlike other diffusers, it doesn’t require electricity or batteries; just add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the tub and it will diffuse it into the air.

46A Silly Goose Key Holder With A Magnetic Beak

Instead of a boring hook, consider this unique and quirky goose that features a magnetic beak. It can be used to hold your keys, pens, scissors, or anything with a metal surface. The best part? When it’s not in use, it looks like a decorative knickknack. One reviewer wrote, “This is the cutest thing ever and is such good quality! I love [it] so much! And the magnet is surprisingly strong!”

47A Weird Vase That Looks Like A Hand Coming Out Of A Wall

This vase is a quirky piece to add to your home that’ll stand out and add some personality to any wall. The hand is holding a glass test tube vase that can be used to display fresh or faux flowers — one shopper suggested using it as a unique toothbrush holder.

48A Ceramic Soap Dish That Looks Like A Clawfoot Bathtub

This stylish ceramic soap dish looks like a vintage clawfoot bathtub. Use the versatile piece to store soap, jewelry, makeup brushes, and other small items so they won’t get misplaced or fall down the drain. It’s designed with drain holes to help items dry quickly. You can choose from six hues in the listing.

49Microwavable Ceramic Bowls That Look Like Cabbage

These eye-catching bowls will be a hit at your next dinner party or can be used every day to add some fun to meal times. The cabbage shape features wide rims that can prevent spills and messes, and the ceramic they’re crafted from is safe for the microwave, oven, and dishwasher.

50A Whimsical Mushroom Night-Light That Changes Colors

When you plug this night-light into your outlet, it’ll look like a mushroom is growing out of your wall — adding a bit of whimsy to your home. It shifts through seven colors and will automatically turn on at night and off during the day. It’s also available in options that do not change color and in packs of four.

51A Clever Dinosaur Toilet Paper Roll Holder

This toilet paper roll holder provides a unique way for you to store extra rolls so they’re always on hand (without being an eyesore). The dinosaur’s long neck can accommodate two rolls of toilet paper, and it can also be used as a paper towel holder. It’s made from sturdy cast iron that’s been hand-painted in gold. It’s available in other styles, such as a cat, octopus, and more.

52A Fun Ravioli Spoon Rest That’s Dishwasher Safe

Not only is this ravioli spoon rest a useful kitchen tool, it’s also a conversation piece that you’ll want to leave on your counter because it doubles as decor. It features a pillow-like design to hold kitchen utensils in place so your counter won’t get dirty. It’s crafted from stain-resistant silicone and it’s dishwasher safe.

53A Coaster Set With A Genius Storage Solution

This unique coaster set includes six green coasters and one cork coaster, and the flower pot base acts as storage. Not only does it protect your furniture from condensation, it also looks like decor when it’s not in use.

54A Cute Dish Brush Set That Looks Like A Daisy In A Vase

This dish brush set will look great on your kitchen counter because it’s designed to look like a flower in a vase. It’s crafted with durable nylon bristles that are tough on messes but won’t damage dishes, and it also features a built-in scraper. A version with an orange vase can also be found in the listing.

55An Oversize Coffee Pot Mug With A Spill-Proof Lid

When someone notices you sipping from this mug, they’ll do a double take because it looks like a miniature coffee pot. Its unique design is fun and practical because it features a leakproof lid that’s safe to take on the go. It’s made from borosilicate glass that can withstand boiling water, and it also has measurement markers on the side — it can hold up to 20 ounces to get you through the day.

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