CLEVEREST ITEMS
THE LAST STRAW
This amazing straw has a microfilter that traps 99.9% of microplastics, bacteria, parasites, and dirt in tap water. For each one sold, a child in need gets safe water for a school year. Lifestraw Sip, $35 each; lifestraw.com
GREAT GRINDER
Not your average spice mill, this battery-powered one has interchangeable pods that click into place, so your ground cloves don’t wind up tasting like fresh pepper. Battery Spice Grinder, $50 for mill and 3 pods; finamill.com
TOP GEAR
Pare down that mountain of lids with this universal one that fits pots and pans from 6 to 12 inches. It reduces cabinet clutter—and time spent hunting for the just-right topper. Stainless Steel Universal Lid, $35; zwilling.com
SMART LABELER
Organize all your stuff with this pocket-size label maker that uses BPA-free thermal printing instead of ink. (No need for refills!) It’s wireless, and you can print directly from your phone. D30 Portable Label Maker, $44; phomemo.com
CASE STUDY
It’s a computer stand! And a laptop sleeve! The two-in-one-ness means you can work comfortably and commute in style. Choose from three sizes and colors. Transformable Vegan Leather Laptop Bag Set, $40; multitasky.com
HOT SPOT
Set up this midcentury-inspired portable fireplace outside—or inside! That’s right, it can be used in your living room, thanks to its clean-burning, smoke-free gel canisters. Lloyd Modern Gel Fuel Fireplace, $700; solostove.com
WHEELY SAUCERS
Why strain your back trying to pick up that extra-large plant when you could roll it around? These saucers have built-in wheels, which make vacuuming behind that giant monstera a breeze. Ecopots Saucer on Wheels, $35 each; bloomscape.com
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