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Simple things which have changed your life for the better

115 replies

Smallbutmightyl · 11/01/2022 14:42

  • Tangle teaser
  • Sellotape on a dispenser
  • Spray mop

Interested to hear others.

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pastypirate · 11/01/2022 14:46

Electric blanket £12 in Asda. Costs 8p left on 12 hours.

Equafleece onesie for the dog. £36

Turtle doves wrists warmers £29 but £19 in the jan sale. Recycled cashmere god I love them.

SpongeBobJudgeyPants · 11/01/2022 14:51

I feel the same about the tape dispenser. Neat edges, and no having to chew a piece off! I luffs my laminator, and label maker.

Neverknowinglyunderfed · 11/01/2022 14:51

Chargeable lighter (candle addict)
Obvious but good quality coffee machine - I never buy takeaways now
Neom diffuser. Put it on in the bedroom every night. Makes me happy!

Smallbutmightyl · 11/01/2022 14:58

I desperately want the neom diffuser!

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Mamamamasaurus · 11/01/2022 14:58

Remote control light bulb - DC can't reach the switch for the light and they're always asking me to turn it on / off.
Changed it to a remote control bulb - velcro'd the remote to the door frame - job done!

skyblueone · 11/01/2022 15:00

Yes to the spray mop!
I'll add table top ironing board, useful when there are just smaller items.

DirtyDancing · 11/01/2022 15:01

Hot water tap. With two small children scolds from kettles scare me immensely.

Skybell. Don't need to go downstairs when I am working to see if it's worth answering the door. And I feel safer.

Cordless hoover. Literally changed our house for the bette as it's so easy I am more inclined to hoover!

Family planner. Try as a might I can't use the iPhone calendar effectively. I need it on paper on the wall!

Comfortable, crop top style bras. Bliss.

Gwlondon · 11/01/2022 15:01

Mooncup- much better for me than anything I had used previously. Can’t believe how long I kept the first one for before actually starting.

itwasntaparty · 11/01/2022 15:02

I hate to say it but there is another thread active on this...

Anyhow!

Don't iron
Robot hoover
Get a cleaner

Smallbutmightyl · 11/01/2022 15:04

@itwasntaparty

I hate to say it but there is another thread active on this...

Anyhow!

Don't iron
Robot hoover
Get a cleaner

Oh dear Grin I rarely feel inspired to start a thread so maybe I subconsciously saw it and copied Blush
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Robin233 · 11/01/2022 15:06

Second the cordless vac.
Love my speed mop.
Micro fibre clothes for cleaning.

MrsKDB · 11/01/2022 15:09

Eufy
Hiring a (great) cleaner
My kindle
A bit of yoga everyday
Giving up alcohol
Olaplex
Dyson airwarp

Cazziebo · 11/01/2022 15:10

50 book challenge - making time to read every day has so improved my life.

minipie · 11/01/2022 15:13

Egg pricker
Good slippers with non slip sole
Mooncup
Larger cafetière
Good sharp kitchen knives
Nice looking warm hat
Leggings with pockets
Getting two of: kitchen scissors, peeler, pyrex jug (constantly in use so saves having to wash it up)
Ipad (not sure it’s all for the better though!)

ForsythiaInBloom · 11/01/2022 15:17

I have v curly hair so, microfibre hair towel, Olaplex and a tangle tease.

A Didrikson coat - it actually fits me correctly, flattering, great pockets, strong zip, fully waterproof and warm as toast. I have found the Holy Grail.

A utility room.

NotJustACigar · 11/01/2022 15:19

Oodie
Ninja foodi health max grill
Instant Pot
Ninja hard anodised frying pan

...and I've just bought an at home gel nail kit that I have high hopes for

NotJustACigar · 11/01/2022 15:21

Oh, and the peloton app (not the bike/tread, don't have either of those)

SoItWas · 11/01/2022 15:23

Expensive but simple and life changing, getting a trouble dryer and decent hoover.

FreeButtonBee · 11/01/2022 15:23

that l'oreal 8 second wonder water if you have long fine hair and live in a hard water area. Leaves my hair like silk and it doesn't get tangly for days. Honestly a fiver a bottle and I stockpile it now

Although I hate artificial fabrics and have lots of lovely woollen throws and blankets around my house, my cheapo Dunelm faux fur enormous throw gets the most love in my house and is gorgeous to snuggle under.

SoItWas · 11/01/2022 15:24

*trouble tumble

CorneliusVetch · 11/01/2022 15:27

Herb scissors!

BeepBoopBop · 11/01/2022 15:34

Hop up
Instant Pot
Large utility room
Boot dryer
Good sunglasses

Smallbutmightyl · 11/01/2022 15:35

Would love a utility room and washer dryers, maybe one day pines

Gel nail kit on the other hand... have yet to find anyone who can get them to look as lovely as a professional can. And takes so long and doesn't last as long IME. Wishing you better luck :)

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garlictwist · 11/01/2022 15:36

I have some battery powered heated socks. Absolute game changer for cycling in the winter.

Havilland · 11/01/2022 15:36

Thermal socks!