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55+ Simple Life Hacks
Many websites tout different hacks as the greatest ever, but which hacks actually rise above the rest and truly are some of the best around? For one, they need to be innovative and make life easier. They also should be simple to implement, because too much complexity could make the hack hard to accomplish.
Well, we’ve assembled some of the greatest life hacks to exist. Some of these hacks have been in use for a while and might seem familiar, while others might be brand new to you, leaving you wondering how you haven’t heard of them before now. Regardless of whether you have heard of them before, you can start using these hacks immediately to save time and money.
Whether you need help in filling a bucket from a bathroom or kitchen sink, seek a way to make mess-free pancakes, or simply want a hassle-free way to clean your computer keyboard, these hacks are amazing. You can use these hacks to improve different tasks in your life or make them a whole lot easier.
1) Door Rubber Band Hack
This hack makes it easier to keep a door from latching closed. This is especially useful if you need to close the door and still open it with no difficulty, such as when bringing in a load of groceries or moving furniture. Slip the end of a rubber band over the front door knob and extend it around to the rear doorknob, making sure to give it a twist so that it rests across the latch. This should keep the door from closing completely.
2) Paper Clip Tape End Marker Hack
This hack makes it easier to find the end of that roll of tape you are using. When you are finished using the roll of tape, slide a small paper clip over the end of the tape. Then, when you need to use it again, you can easily find the end without having to search for it.
3) Sliding Glass Door Lock Hack
This hack allows you to easily determine if a sliding glass door is locked. Paint the bottom of the lock on the sliding glass door a color that contrasts with the surrounding door. That way, you can just glance at it to make sure the door is locked without having to walk all the way across the room.
4) Aloe Vera Ice Cubes
This hack comes in handy when you spend too much time out in the hot summer sun and get a sunburn. Pour some aloe vera in an ice tray, and then place it in the freezer. If you get a sunburn, use a frozen cube of aloe vera to soothe your sunburn.
5) Shower Cap Shoe Hack
This hack allows you to keep the clothes in your luggage clean even if you have to place a pair of dirty shoes in with them. When you take your shoes off, wrap a shower cap around the bottom of them. This should keep the dirt contained and away from the rest of your clothes.
6) Garage Storage Hack
This hack allows you to easily store items in your garage up out of the way. All you need are some wooden I-beams and some sturdy storage containers with a lip around the edge. Install the I-beams so that they are wide enough to fit the containers, and slide the lipped containers into the I-beams to store them away.
7) Snack Dispenser Hack
Save those old coffee creamer containers and turn them into easy-to-manage snack containers for your kids. Tear off the outer wrapper and place your favorite snacks inside. Not only do they make dispensing snacks a breeze, they are easy to store at home or on the go.
8) Toothpaste Stain Removal Hack
The titanium dioxide powder found in some kinds of toothpaste can leave behind hard-to-remove stains. The easiest way to remove these stains is to mix some detergent or stain remover with water and blot the stain with the mixture using a clean cloth.
9) Grocery Bag Hack
If you prefer to haul all of your groceries in at one time, then this hack is perfect for you. Hook all of your grocery bags to a carabiner, and use it as a handle to carry your groceries indoors. This works great if you must go up steps or have to carry your groceries a long distance.
10) Plastic Pack Opening Hack
Items that come in sealed plastic packs can be hard to open, and once you do get them open, the often sharp edges can cut you like a knife. Avoid all this by using a hand-operated can opener instead. The can opener easily cuts through the plastic of the package, leaving a nice, clean edge.
11) Liquid Pouring Hack
If you have a bottle of vegetable oil, rubbing alcohol, or other substance, then this hack can help you cut down on the amount coming out of the opening. Instead of removing the foil covering the top of the bottle, poke holes in it with a fork. This allows you to pour out what is inside without too much rushing out at one time.
12) Soda Tab Straw Hack
This simple hack is not very obvious at first glance. Instead of removing the tab of your soda can, turn it around so that it is over the opening of the can and insert a straw. The tab should hold the straw in place, making it easier for you to drink from the can.
13) Bobby Pin Storage Hack
If you have any empty Tic Tac containers, give this hack a try. The container easily holds bobby pins and dispenses them is easily. Simply open the top and retrieve the bobby pins you need. When finished, close the top and throw the container in your bag.
14) Kitchen Pot Hanging Hack
If space is at a premium in your kitchen, then give this hack a try. Place a pegboard on the wall of your kitchen space, and hang your pots and pans from the pegs on the board. Check out Kitchn for a tutorial on how to build this useful storage solution.
15) Ice Coffee Hack
If you like to drink ice coffee but hate the way your ice seems to water your coffee down as it melts, then try this hack. Pour some coffee into an ice tray, and place it in the freezer. The next time you make your ice coffee, you can use the frozen coffee ice cubes.
16) Eyeliner Spoon Hack
If you have trouble putting on your eyeliner, then try this hack. Place a spoon on the top of your eyelid when you put the eyeliner on. This should allow you to get a perfect line with your eyeliner every time.
17) Cereal Container Car Trash Can Hack
The easiest way to keep your car clean of trash is to place a cereal container, with a small trash bag inside, in your vehicle. This gives you a convenient place to dispose of soda cans, wrappers, and other garbage. Just make sure to empty the makeshift trash can whenever it gets full.
18) Pancakes Made Easy
An easy way to make no-mess pancakes is to place your pancake mix into an old condiment bottle. This allows you to squeeze just the amount you want into the pan. Make sure to clean the bottle out first to avoid ketchup-flavored pancakes.
19) Dental Floss Baking Cutting Hack
To get straight line cuts on your cakes, cinnamon rolls, and other baked goods, use unwaxed/unflavored dental floss. The floss should easily cut through your latest baking project easily without damaging any filling that might be inside.
20) Garage Tennis Ball Hack
This hack can keep you from pulling forward too far in your garage and causing damage. Hang a tennis ball from the ceiling using a piece of twine. Position it so that it hits the front windshield of your car, letting you know when to stop when parking in your garage.
21) Drink Tab Hanger Hack
If you only have a small closet to hang your clothes in, then you should consider using this hack. Save the tabs from your soda cans and place them over the neck of your clothes hangers. Now you can hang another clothes hanger from the tab, effectively doubling your closet space.
22) Easy Flip-Flop Fix
This hack works great as an emergency fix for a flip-flop whose toe strap has popped out. Place a tab that you find on a loaf of bread around the tip of the sandal strap on the bottom of your flip-flop. This should keep the strap in place until you can get a new pair.
23) Fast Drink Cooling Hack
This hack is great when you are trying to quickly cool off a bottle of your favorite beverage. Wet a paper towel and wrap it around the bottle. Place the bottle in the freezer, and leave it in there for about 15 minutes. When you remove the drink, it should be cold.
24) Tea Bag Sunburn Hack
If you have a sunburn, then use this hack for quick relief. Simply fill a pitcher with lukewarm water and soak a few tea bags until the water is black from the tea. Next, dip a clean cloth into the brewed tea and dab it onto the sunburn. Then allow it to dry. Reapply if necessary. Allow it to sit for a few hours before washing it off. Alternatively, you can apply the wet tea bag directly to the sunburned area.
25) Cell Phone Reminder
This isn’t so much a hack as it is a friendly reminder for anyone looking to buy or rent a new home. Before plopping down any money, make sure to check the cell service in your home. If it is spotty, consider buying or renting another home. Or switch your cell phone service to another carrier.
26) Cord Organization Hack
If you have a lot of cords you need to keep track of, then consider this easy cord storage hack. Simply insert toilet paper roll holders into a box big enough to hold several. Roll your cords up, and insert them into the inside of the toilet paper roll holders for a neat storage solution.
27) Drip-Free Ice Pack Hack
For a drip-free ice pack, place a sponge soaked in water into a small Ziploc bag. Place the bag in the freezer, and allow it to freeze. Then, when you need it, you can apply the ice pack to a burn or bruise. If needed, wrap the makeshift ice pack in a clean paper towel.
28) Remove Excess Paint With a Rubber Band
You can cut down on some of the mess of painting by using this awesome hack. Start by placing a large rubber band around the open can of paint you plan on using. Then, each time you dip your brush, gently wipe the bottom of the brush against the rubber band. This should help eliminate paint drips and make it easier to keep the rim of the paint can cleaner.
29) Drill-Powered Cleaning Hack
This hack allows you to power scrub your surfaces without having to use any elbow grease. Attach a small, round brush head to a machine screw, secure it in place using a bolt, and then attach it to a power drill. Find out more about this helpful hack here.
30) Post-It Note Cleaning Hack
If you have a dirty computer keyboard, use this hack to get it clean. Rung the sticky part of a Post-It note in-between the computer keys should remove any dirt or debris. You can also use a cotton swab dipped in alcohol to clean more thoroughly between the keys.
31) Sweater Shaving Hack
Over time your sweaters can develop fuzzy balls that look unsightly. Instead of throwing them away, use this hack. Using a disposable razor, shave the fuzz balls off of the sweater surface. You can find out more about this money-saving hack at Mommysavers.
32) Cord Labeling Hack
If you have a mess of cords behind your computer or TV, then this hack can help you keep them better organized. Stick the tab from a loaf of bread around the cord, making sure to label the tab with what the cord goes to with a black Sharpie marker.
33) Masking Tape Softening Trick
Most often, masking tape that has sat in a drawer for a long period of time becomes hard and is difficult to use. To make your masking tape softer and easier to manage, stick it in the microwave for a few seconds before using it.
34) Pen Spring Fray Protector
If you have any old pens, then you can use this hack to keep the end of your phone charger cords from fraying. Start by remove the spring from the pen. Then, twist the spring around the cord where it meets the part that plugs into your phone. Check here for more information.
35) Wooden Spoon Boiling Water Hack
If you like to cook, then you know how annoying it is when your water overflows when boiling it. This simple hack should prevent that. Place a large, wooden spoon across the pot to keep your water from boiling over. The reason has a lot to do with science, but rest assured, it works.
36) Stuck Zipper Hack
This hack works great if you have a stuck zipper. All you need is a pencil. If your zipper gets stuck, rub the pencil lead over the zipper. The graphite in the lead should lubricate the zipper, making it easier to open and close. You might have to work the zipper back and forth a little to fully lubricate it.
37) Make Wine Ice Cubes
For an easy way to cook with wine, use this hack. Fill an ice cube tray with your favorite cooking wine, and place it in the freezer. Then, the next time you need some wine to cook with, pop out a few ice cubes and defrost them for the task.
38) Shoe Odor Removal Hack
Over time, your shoes can start to stink. Luckily, you can use this hack to get rid of any stinky odors. The next time you notice your shoes starting to stink, stuff newspaper in them. This should soak up any moisture in the shoes and help remove the offending odor.
39) Chill Wine With Frozen Grapes
This hack helps you chill warm wine without having to resort to using ice cubes, which can water it down. Simply place some grapes in a Ziploc bag in the freezer. Then, when you need to chill your wine, place a few grapes in the glass. You can then remove the grapes from the wine once it is chilled.
40) Nifty Dust Pan Hack
If you need to fill a bucket with water but it won’t fit in the sink, use this hack. Place a dustpan under the faucet and place the handle so it hangs over the front edge of the sink. Place a bucket underneath where the handle is sticking out. The water should run out the end of the handle and into the bucket.
41) Microwave Two Bowls At Once
Want to heat up two bowls of food at the same time but they’re too big to fit both inside at once? Try this handy little trick. Elevate one of the bowls with a mug. Now, you and your partner can enjoy dinner together instead of waiting on the other.
42) Start Every Recipe With “Fill Up Sink With Soapy Water”
Every single time you’re about to cook or bake something, be sure to make “fill up the sink with soapy water” as the very first thing to do. That way, while you’re in the process of making your dish, you can simply toss the dirty utensils, bowls, and plates in the sink. By the time you’re done cooking, your kitchen is already halfway cleaned up!
43) Easily Transport Clothes When Moving
Packing up and moving into a new apartment or house is always a pain. It’s exciting to move somewhere new, but the actual process of doing it isn’t very fun. Save some time while keeping your clothes on hangers by wrapping them in a garbage bag. It will keep them on the hanger and also prevent any dirt from getting on your clothes.
44) Hands-Free Gas Pumping
Most gas pump nozzles have a little leg that you can flip down to help you pump gas hands-free, but if it doesn’t, here’s a hack for you. With the trigger of the nozzle in the ‘pump’ position, place the gas cap inside the handle to prevent it from flipping up. Now, you can run into the store and grab a soda while your gas pumps.
45) Reduce Frozen Meat Thawing Time
If you’re going to freeze your ground meat, be sure to put it in a Ziplock bag and flatten out as much as possible. Not only does it create more space in your freezer, but it will take far less time to thaw it out when you need it.
46) Keep Bandages On Fingertips
Cutting the tip of your finger not only hurts, but it’s in a pain in the butt to bandage. We bend and use our fingers so much, that a bandage on the tip of it is sure to come off. Prevent this by making two small slits in each side of the bandage, now wrap around the tip of your finger.
47) Hang Your Frozen Fruits And Veggies
More and more frozen foods are starting to come with re-sealable packaging, but if they don’t, here’s a super clever trick–plus, it creates more space in your freezer. Roll up the bag of frozen fruits or veggies, secure to the grates of the shelf using binder clips. Your fruit won’t become freezer-burned and you have more space for other items.
48) Fit All Your Tank Tops On One Hanger
Don’t let a small closet get over-crowded with too many hangers. You can hang all of your tank tops on just one hanger with the help of some easy-to-clip shower curtain rings. So smart!
49) Separate Egg Yolks With A Plastic Bottle
Does your recipe call for you to separate egg yolks from the whites? Some people are great at doing it by hand, but if you’re finding that to be a bit difficult, just use an empty plastic water or soda bottle. Slightly compress the bottle and place the opening over the yolk, let go of the bottle and it will create a slight amount of suction to suck up the yolk! Gently place it in another dish.
50) DIY Sprinkler
Watering the lawn can be a tedious chore if you’re low on time, and if you don’t have a sprinkler system, it’s an easy chore to neglect. Make it easier on yourself by creating your own DIY sprinkler by poking holes in the side of a plastic bottle and securing your hose with some electrical tape.
51) Keep Your Taco Upright
Mmmm…tacos. What a delicious Mexican treat. But after you build your taco, the toppings always fall right out when you set it on your plate. Prevent that from happening with the assistance of some fork tines.
52) Keep Garbage Bags In Place
Command hooks are awesome at doing so many things, and this is another one to add to that long list. To help keep garbage bags with handles in place, put some adhesive hooks to the outside of the garbage bin and hook them into place.
53) Use A Screwdriver As A Funnel
Working in the garage and need a funnel? No problem! If you don’t happen to have one on hand, just use a long screwdriver instead. The liquid will naturally follow the flow of the metal down into the spout.
54) Eat Pringles Like A Pro
Slide in a piece of paper into a Pringles can to help you get each chip out in one piece. This will prevent chips from breaking and also help you get every single last crumb out of the can.
55) Use A Wrench For Mega Torque
If you ever need to screw in a screw really, really tightly, a wrench can help with that! Just slide the wrench over the screwdriver handle and know you’ll be able to tighten the screw much tighter than you would have been able to with your hands.
56) Freshen Your Home In A Jiffy
Does your home smell a little ‘off’ since you cooked broccoli for lunch? Quickly eliminate odors by placing some dryers over your A/C vents, a fan, or your heater vents. Your house will smell lovely in no time.
57) Line Your Fridge With Cling Wrap
The Glad brand makes some great Press n Seal wrap that is perfect for lining your fridge. Now, when you go to clean your fridge, there’s absolutely no more scrubbing. All you need to do is peel off the wrap and replace it!
58) Clean Nooks And Crannies With Slime
Yep, we said slime. This miracle tool is so great for cleaning vents, keyboards, and any other nook and cranny that is hard to get into. There are multiple cleaning slimes you can order online or you can make some yourself with this recipe.
59) Save Money On Microwave Popcorn
Bags of microwaveable popcorn can be pretty expensive, but buying kernels in bulk is super duper cheap. Make your own microwaveable popcorn by placing 1/3 cup of kernels in a brown paper bag and microwave like usual–feel free to add butter or seasonings for extra flavor.
60) Use A Coozie To Cover Stick Shift On Hot Days
On a hot sunny day, the inside of our cars become scorching hot. Sometimes it gets so hot that your stickshift is too hot to even touch. Prevent this from happening by placing a coozie over the stick shift if you’ll be leaving your car parked in the sun for a while.
While you might not be familiar with all of these hacks, rest assured that they do work. They can help you around your house and even when you are on the go. Try out these hacks and see how much they can help save you both time and money.
Halloween is one of the most, if not THE most, creative holiday there is. People get to use that energy to create fantastical costumes that wow and delight. I mean, you could head to the store and buy a Halloween costume.
But that’s not as much fun as making your own. And some people really go over the top with their costumes. Not only do they come up with brilliant costume concepts, but they also incorporate electronics, sewing, painting, and other skills to make their Halloween masterpieces.
And these pieces really do impress. It’s a shame that they only get used for a day or a few hours during the holiday season. They should be put in a museum of DIY Halloween costumes. I’d pay to see that exhibit. But since that exhibit doesn’t yet exist, enjoy this slideshow instead.
Here are 50 seriously creative Halloween costumes that are hard to top:
1) Wizard of Oz Twister
Most people would dress up as Dorothy for Halloween. This person went all out as the twister that brought Dorothy to Oz and killed the Wicked Witch. This thing even spins.
2) A Reddit Snoo
This guy dressed up as a Reddit Snoo. You know the little aliens with the bent antennaes you see all over Reddit. That mask is pretty cool.
3) Little Maleficent
Look at this little cutie! Those wings look incredible. They must have taken hours to make.
4) Tina Belcher
This is a fairly simple costume to pull off. But it’s looks amazing. You know right away that she’s Tina Belcher from Bob’s Burgers.
5) Indiana Jones and Short Round
An Indiana Jones costume is pretty simple. And it’s already been done. Even I’ve been Indiana Jones for Halloween. But what’s awesome about this costume is the edition of Short Round. What makes it even more awesome than that is that he dressed up his dog as Short Round.
6) Child Pennywise
What’s more horrifying that Pennywise? Pennywise as a child. This is so disturbing.
7) Like a Wrecking Ball
This is hilarious. This guy is the wrecking ball from Miley Cyrus’ video. She’s the Barbie taped to his head.
8) Ash and Misty from Pokémon
Now this is one good sister. Her little brother wanted to dress up as Ash Ketchum for Halloween. So she promised she would dress up as Misty.
9) Shaggy and Scooby
Can you guess who this mystery solving duo is? She’s the Scooby Doo to his Shaggy. Simple to make but super adorable.
10) Westboro Baptist Protesters
These two were going to Cassie’s Halloween party. They dressed up as Westboro Baptist protesters. God hates Cassie’s party… hilarious.
11) Rufio
People have seen Peter Pan costumes. But you’ve probably never seen a Rufio costume from the movie Hook. This is dope!
12) The Simpsons
Check out this awesome family costume! They did a really great job with this. I wonder what those head pieces are made from.
13) Freddy Mercury
This guy is really a queen. He looks brilliant as Freddie Mercury. He’s got the pose down and everything.
14) Cow Abducted by Aliens
This costume is as random as it is awesome. It’s a nervous cow. He’s being abducted by an alien.
15) Zombie Diner
These two run a zombie diner. He’s the zombie chef and she’s the zombie waitress. They’re serving you as tonight’s special.
16) Pop Art
Here we have a piece of pop art. Just kidding. That’s a real person. I might have to start drawing myself some clevage.
17) Tea Bag
Fancy a cup of tea? This little girl did. Actually she wanted to BE the tea.
18) Gone With the Wind
These guys were windy for their Halloween costume. That is super clever. How is he get his tie to stand up like that?
19) Hocus Pocus
It’s just a bunch of Hocus Pocus! These witchy costumes are quite impressive. Here we have all three Sanderson sisters: Mary, Winifred, and Sarah.
20) Sally
This tyke is dressed as Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas. The entire costume is homemade. Even the wig!
21) Octopus and His Jack O’ Lantern
These two masks are made from paper mache. They look incredible! Look at the eyes on that octopus!
22) Universal Health Care
This is another really smart costume. She’s dressed like the universe and a nurse. She’s Universal Health Care.
23) Sun-Maid Raisins Lady
Does the Sun-Maid have a name? I feel like her name would be Susan. It’s not she’s actually a real person and the original inspiration for the Sun-Maid Girl was Lorraine Collett. Anyway, this chick thinks she’s related to her. So, she paid hommage to her with her Halloween costume.
24) Moana and Maui
This is a winning couples costume. It’s Moana and Maui. Look at how perfect all the drawings are on his body are.
25) Sharknado
This boss won Halloween. He’s a Sharknado. The best is the shark at the top.
26) The Mad Hatter
Look at this tiny Mad Hatter. He does look mad, but angry mad, not crazy mad. I love those spools of thread.
27) Missy Elliot Sock It To Me
This is another seriously extra costume. It’s Missy Elliot. From her Sock It 2 Me video.
28) Beaker
My favorite costumes are costumes of secondary or lesser known characters. That’s why this costume wins so hard in my book. It’s Beaker from The Muppets.
29) Beetlejuice
Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice. You can tell a whole let of effort went into this costume. The suit looks like he literally stepped out of a grave.
30) Tinder Ghost and Someone Who Was Ghosted
This makes so much sense. Online dating is terrifying. It’s the Tinder ghost and the person he ghosted.
31) Jessie and A.C. Slater
I am obsessed with this Saved by the Bell costume. It’s A.C. Slater and Jessie. But not just any Jessie, the Jessie from the episode with caffine pills Jessie.
32) Elaborate
I don’t know what these kids are supposed to be. But these costumes are freaking elaborate. Must have taken weeks to make these costumes.
33) Colorful Monsters
On the left is a Pin Up Frankenstein. On the right is a Pop Up Frankenstein. Pretty cool!
34) Marie AntoinIT
There are a lot of things going on here. But they all go together so well. She is Marie Antoinette and IT combined.
35) Van Gogh Self Portrait
What a neat idea! This guy is Vincent Van Gogh’s self portrait. What a great job recreating those brush strokes.
36) Baby Frida Kahlo
This 3-year-old wanted to be Frida Kahlo for Halloween. It’s a bold move to put a mustache and a unibrow on a little kid. It all comes together really well.
37) Rugrats
This team put in a lot of effort. Here we have the entire Rugrats crew. My favorite is Cynthia and Reptar.
38) Nightmare Face
Want to truly terrify people on Halloween? Then this costume is for you. This guy has some serious nightmare face going on.
39) 90s Bands
Can you guess what 90s bands these are? It’s Blind Melon and Alice in Chains. This is a great way to repurpose old costumes.
40) The Channel 4 News Team
News Team…. assembllllleeeeee! This is the Channel 4 News team. Lead by none other than Ron Burgundy a.k.a. Poppa Burgundy.
41) Queen of Hearts
This is such an adorable DIY Queen of Hearts costume. They recreated that hair perfectly. I love the use of actual cards.
42) Operation
Here we have grandma winning at Halloween. She’s is the guy from the game Operation. She even has the light up nose!
43) Filter, No Filter
This is what a photo looks like with a filter. The right is what it looks like without. Big difference.
44) KFC Family
KFC is a family business in this family. The parents are the workers, the little baby is the chicken. Their son is the colonel.
45) This Kid Wanted to Be a Sorcerer
There are lots of ways to do a sorcerer costume. But I wouldn’t ever imagine a sorcerer costume like this. Look at that beard!
46) Miguel and Mama Coco from Coco
I love this movie! And these costumes are so well done. Their friends didn’t even recognize them.
47) 90s Pop Icons
Here are some more awesome 90s costumes. Here we have the MTV Moon Man and Bee Girl from the Blind Melon No Rain video. If you watched MTV in the 90s, you saw these two a lot.
48) Ursula
This Ursula costume is spot on. It’s got the tentacles and everything. And it’s not so big so that you’ll be knocking into things all night.
49) The Song That Doesn’t End
It’s Shari Lewis. And don’t forget Lamb Chop. I just realized what a messed up name that is to call a lamb. You’re basically acknowledging that the talking lamb could be food at any moment.
50) Total Transformation
This is a total transformation. She turned herself into Walter Hartwell White Sr. He’s the guy from Breaking Bad.
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The expression “It’s all a matter of taste” is true — most of the time. Sure, we all have different ways of dressing, doing our hair, and decorating our homes. But now and then, you run across something you know defies the saying. Some things are so tacky, ugly, and horrible, you can say definitively — it’s NOT a matter of taste. It’s just plain tasteless.
There are entire Reddit sub-threads dedicated to memorializing these tasteless treasures. Some of them are just plain horrible. Others are DIY disasters from people who think they’re artists but have no talent. Then some make you say “I can’t believe anyone would actually pay money for this.”
But the concept of some things is so bad, you automatically hate them. At the same time, the creations are done so well you can’t help but be impressed. In other words, they’re examples of awful taste but great execution. You can’t decide whether you love them or loathe them.
The subreddit known as r/ATBGE is dedicated to such treasures as these. It’s full of things that make you think, “Ugh, that’s horrible…but done well.”
1. This Van Gogh ear necklace
Legend has it that Vincent Van Gogh cut off his ear and mailed it to the woman he was in love with. Although the legend isn’t true, it’s still immortalized in this unique necklace.
2. This tacky handbag
Do you want to make sure you’re always stopped for an extra pat-down by airport security? Just carry this bag. You’ll also make everyone around you feel extremely nervous.
3. This Titanic inflatable slide
Even if you’re into dark humor, this blow-up slide in the shape of the Titanic might be a little bit too dark. I mean, come on, you guys. People died.
4. This minion fire stove
The internet got just a little bit too much mileage with minions, you know, the strange yellow creatures from the Despicable Me movie franchise. But maybe this is okay if you imagine it’s being tortured.
5. This knitted hat
No one likes to stare at organs — or replicas of them — which is why this hat is so unsettling. Can we all please keep those cerebella inside our skulls?
6. This baffling car
If you want everyone on the road to have a panic attack when you drive by, you should buy this car. There’s nothing like convincing other drivers that you’ve flipped over on the interstate.
7. These customized slippers
Have you ever seen a product that’s a little TOO customized? Just take these slippers, which are made to look exactly like your dogs. It’s a little too uncanny for comfort.
8. This dye job
Sure, the technique is impressive, and I’m sure it took a long time to complete. But the result is kind of bizarre. Why are my eyes crossing when I look at it?
9. This inedible purse
Of all the things to model a purse on, a packet of silica gel is a strange choice. To be fair, you shouldn’t eat silica gel or purses, so I guess they have that in common.
10. This unusual tile choice
This is what someone chose as the tile pattern for the staff’s office in a commercial building. Who doesn’t want to feel like they’re taking the scenic route when they go to get a cup of coffee?
11. This highlight job
Some people are very invested in the color of their car, for whatever reason. It seems as though one driver was invested enough to color the whole thing in highlighter. Is it a good job? Yes, but it’s also insanely tacky.
12. This hippo car
Someone came up with this bright idea for a car, then designed it and made it happen. They were that dedicated to creating a car that was also a hippo with sexy lips.
13. This grasshopper-shaped diner
These two grasshopper-shaped locomotives in Korea were stacked on top of one another to form a diner. Unfortunately, they look like they might necessitate a conversation about where baby grasshoppers come from.
14. This scorpion chair
To be fair, this chair is pretty awesome…if you want to feel like an evil villain every time you sit in it. But it’s also undeniably tacky. No one will be fighting over it for their inheritance.
15. This piercing and tattoo combo
Gages are a shocking fashion statement, so it makes sense they’re not for everyone. But here’s a pro tip: if you do get them, don’t have a hamster wheel tattooed on your neck.
16. This duct tape car
Introducing the newest in “painting” your car: not painting at all…just wrapping that sucker in duct tape. On the bright side, you’ll never have a problem finding it in a parking lot.
17. These muddy wedding cakes
Every couple getting married has different tastes — some prefer to keep things classy while others prefer something more laid-back. But His and Hers cakes with mud on them? Come on, that’s disgusting.
18. This catfish car
What’s even more unnerving than a hippo car? A catfish car of course, complete with headlights as eyes. Everyone wants their car to look like the ugliest fish in the lake.
19. This nostalgic shirt
For anyone who was once a child (so…all of us), it’s easy to recognize the pattern on this shirt. Nothing like turning the rug we used to play on into an article of clothing. Is this cute or is it weird?
20. This unpleasantly realistic jewelry
How much do you like pickles? To wear a necklace like this, you’d have to love them. Who knew the contents of your sandwich could also be decorations?
21. This unappetizing cappuccino
A talented latte artist can make some unbelievable concoctions. But please, baristas everywhere, stick to flowers and designs and leave the bugs out of our morning joe.
22. These questionable bedsheets
Nothing says “creepy” quite like a bedsheet that depicts hundreds of sperm swimming towards an egg. This would be the worst thing to put on the bed in your guest room.
23. This dignified casket
Funerals are intended to honor our loved ones and make sure their lives are remembered as they’re laid to rest. And what better way to do that than with a flame-covered hot rod casket?
24. This blinding car
Chrome is a questionable choice at the best of times, much like pleather or Crocs. Now imagine a whole outfit made entirely out of Croc material. That’s this car.
25. These steampunk wheels
We get it, you’re into steampunk — you don’t have to go overboard. Frankly, the cogs of these wheels look deadly. I’m a little bit afraid they’re going to hurt someone.
26. This horrifying sweater
I don’t know what’s going on with this sweater, but regardless, all the options are horrifying. Are Santa’s performing sex acts on one another? Is it one long human centipede? I can’t decide what’s worse.
27. This confusing car
You can look at this car for a while, but unfortunately, you’re not going to get any answers. The only conclusion is it’s modeled after a child’s drawing of a car.
28. This unusual wood stove
This is one of those statement pieces with a bit too much statement. Sure, wood stoves are wonderful, but is it really necessary for it to be sitting on a giant piece of construction equipment?
29. These practical Crocs
Remember Crocs, the hideous shoes of the mid-2000s? Someone managed to make them even more horrible with the addition of a chain and some spikes. On the bright side, he’s got our attention.
30. This scorpion hairstyle
Forget having a normal hairstyle. Why not shave your hair into the shape of a terrifying insect that scares most people out of their wits? It’s a perfect way to make friends. Bonus points if you include a scrawny braid.
31. This lizard haircut
If a scorpion won’t do, how about a lizard sitting right on top of your head? It’s the best way to ensure no one makes eye contact with you ever again.
32. This…unusual chair
With the rise of the DIY movement, you’ll see furniture made out of all kinds of different things. But dozens of identical stuffed seals are taking it to another, much weirder, level.
33. This terrifying makeup tutorial
A talented makeup artist can do amazing things, but there are some places they shouldn’t go. For example, this Peppa Pig makeup job. It’s flawless in execution but the results are terrifying.
34. This unusable living room
There’s loving Christmas and then there’s loving Christmas so much that you render your living room unusable for the month of December. I’m guessing these people don’t have pets or small kids.
35. These furry iPhone cases
They say you can find almost anything on the internet these days, but that’s not always a good thing. A prime example is these creepy cat iPhone cases. Just, why?
36. This frightening skeleton chair
Sure, it might look pretty cool, but no one wants to sit in this chair. It would feel a little bit too much like sitting in someone’s lap. A very, very bony lap.
37. These instant noodle shoes
Yes, believe it or not, these are considered luxury shoes. It’s pretty ironic, considering they depict food for poor college students on a .25 budget. They’re also horrifically ugly.
38. This stomach-turning cake
If you can believe it, this is a cake was ordered for the staff at a hospital. The work they did is amazing work, but there’s something unnerving about eating a cake that has skin, organs, and nipples.
39. These bewildering eyebrows
Her makeup looks enchanting until you look a little closer. Those aren’t vines or random designs; they’re tiny, seductively-posing Shrek figures. Why, why would you do that?
40. This delicious but strange Christmas tree
What better way to advertise your fried chicken restaurant during the holidays than with a Christmas tree made out of drumsticks? Or rather, what better way to waste an enormous amount of food?
41. This dangerous car stove
This rigged-up wood stove is so dangerous that I can’t believe the car hasn’t exploded yet. At the same time, I’m also pretty impressed how they managed to install it and get it to work.
42. This monstrous vehicle
The inside of this car needs no explanation, which is good because I don’t think I could come up with one. It’s quite possibly the most horrifying thing I’ve ever seen.
43. This delicious bed
Ah, the 70s, when you could buy a bed that looked exactly like a hamburger. With pickles for pillows and veggies as blankets, it’s pretty amazing. But you do have to wonder, why?
44. This combination of fandoms
Some people love to cosplay, and then there are others who belong to so many fandoms they can’t choose a cosplay. And that’s how we end up with new characters, like Darth Kitty.
45. This festive beard
Facial hair is back in a big way, and men are taking the opportunity to dress theirs up for the holidays. It’s amazingly well done, but we can’t decide if we love it or hate it.
46. These hydrating earrings
When you’re designing jewelry, you have a whole world of options to choose from. Why would you choose pieces of garbage to make these?
47. This helpful toilet paper holder
There’s a fine line between kitsch and creepy, and unfortunately, this toilet paper holder crosses that line. None of us want some Dr. Seuss hands giving us toilet paper, but thank you anyway.
48. This rustic chair
These days, rustic styles are popular in everything from clothing to home decor to furniture. But this one is just a little too “yeehaw” to be considered good taste.
49. These porcelain drumsticks
You might have a lot of questions when you look at these porcelain drumsticks. But the foremost one on your mind should probably be: “Why?” I can’t think of any reason these need to exist.
50. This helpful but awkward figure
What’s worse than a pair of hands emerging from the wall to hand you toilet paper? How about a butler figure not wearing pants with a toilet plunger on his head?
51. This furry motorcycle
Motorcycles are widely seen as cool, but this one might just break the stereotype. I know they’re going for a hardcore vibe, but you can’t tell me they don’t pet that lion while they’re on the road.
52. This delicious cake
Talented bakers can make cakes look like almost anything. But there are some ideas they should pass on when making a replica in the frosting. A dirty ashtray full of stale cigarettes is one of those.
53. This deadly toilet seat
Let’s be honest: is it ever necessary to have a design on your toilet seat? Anything you can think of will automatically become creepy just because it’s on the toilet.
54. These nails make everyone uncomfortable
Nail art can be amazing, and it takes real talent to make the design look realistic. Note that we said “realistic,” not “good.” This is some straight-up horror movie stuff.
55. This creative Christmas ornament
This silver spray-painted Christmas tree made out of pasta noodles is something you would expect to see at your grandma’s house. What is it about grandmas that gives them such eclectic taste in Christmas decor?
56. This regal toilet
I know they call it the porcelain throne, but this is taking it just a step too far. What’s next, a crown designed to wear while you do your business? A royal manservant to help with the toilet paper?
57. This festive meat house
Gingerbread houses are those beautiful, intricate, and delicious creations used to decorate the table during the holidays. Then there’s this monstrosity, which is made out of meat. While the concept is disgusting, you have to admit the execution is good.
58. This meat sail
Themed weddings always get a little weird, even if the couple tries to keep them classy. If you’re going to have a Viking-themed wedding, you might want to steer clear of a charcuterie table with meat “sails.”
59. This rabbit car
If you want people to take you seriously on the road — or at all, for that matter — you don’t want to buy a car shaped like a rabbit. People will start to wonder about you.
60. This alarming paint
Funny, I remember the part of driver’s ed where they talk about defensive driving and staying safe on the road. I don’t remember the part where they told us to paint our cars to look like they were involved in manslaughter.
61. This eclectic tea seat
I don’t think many people suffer from a tea addiction. But if you know someone who does, this is the perfect tea set to break them of it. They probably won’t ever think about tea again.
62. This fantastic purse
Talk about being a statement piece. This chicken purse might not be in the best of taste, but you can’t deny it’ll draw attention wherever you go. Why do I have the urge to squeeze it like a dog toy?
63. This sponsored knick-knack
When looking for knick-knacks to place around your house, you might want to avoid anything with the KFC logo on it. Unless, of course, you love KFC that much.
64. This overly-detailed urinal
This urinal is supposed to be in the shape of a certain flower known for bearing a resemblance to the female anatomy. Can we all agree to just keep urinals in the shape of urinals?
65. This alarming decoration
“How do I show the world I’m a hunter who loves to kill things but also gets festive for the holidays? Wait, I have an amazing idea. That’ll make the neighbors love us.”
66. This violently festive house
Calm down there, Buddy the elf. There’s loving Christmas and getting in the spirit of the holidays, and then there’s making your house look like Santa’s workshop exploded across the front of it.
67. This strange but oddly charming tattoo
I have a lot of questions about this tattoo even though there’s something adorable about it. Maybe the presence of a cat is distracting me from the overwhelming weirdness of it.
68. These classy candles
I don’t even know what you would use these candles for. Either you give them to your romantic partner as a way of expressing your feelings for them or you buy them just because they’re that tacky.
69. These fast food-themed shoes
How much do you love McDonald’s? Is it enough to buy and wear these shoes? Just don’t wear them out of the country or you’ll prove every stereotype about Americans.
70. This uncomfortable chair
What kind of materials should you use to upholster a chair? Forget all those comfortable materials — why not use something known for durability instead of comfort?
71. This friendly couch
Teddy bears are the cute and cuddly parts of our childhood that we all loved. But as this couch shows, it’s possible to turn them from adorable pieces of childhood nostalgia to horrifying furniture monsters.
72. This beautiful dress
We’ve all seen those cakes with a Barbie in the middle wearing what appears as a beautiful gown. But don’t worry, this person found a way to ruin them by replacing the design with meat.
73. This hopefully delicious cake
It’s almost as though the baker asked themselves “What’s the worst possible thing to think about eating?” and ran with that as a theme. On a positive note, you’ll have no problem sticking to your diet.
74. These unique earrings
I don’t know what’s worse, the fact these earrings exist or that they cost $75. Thank goodness we know they’re girl sperm — we can tell by the bows.
75. This terrifying cat chair
How do you turn cats from adorable pets to terrifying monsters? Acquire this chair. The dead-eyed stare along with the long “fur” and protruding tongue will haunt your nightmares.
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The coronavirus pandemic caught many of us by surprise and has led to some downright thoughtful and useful DIY projects in an effort to slow the spread of the virus.
However, these DIY efforts may not fall into that category.
In fact, we’re not entirely sure what to think about some of them.
However, we do know that a little laughter rarely hurts, so have a look for yourself:
#1 Using what you have
Not everyone was prepared with full PPE. In fact, it’s probably best to leave enough for the frontline medical workers. This guy wearing a bear costume instead of a mask took it a step further and left one medical worker in a much better mood. She couldn’t stop laughing.
Neither can we.
#2 Don’t touch your face!
We all know that touching your face should be avoided at all costs to stop the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. However, this guy may have gone too far in his noble effort to slow the virus.
#3 Social distancing
It’s important to leave space between people to reduce the risk of spreading the virus. This guy wanted to remind everyone. Maybe he’s just a poet, and he doesn’t know it?
#4 Just the essentials
They didn’t have the right kind of mask, or did they? They also might have the wrong “case of Corona.”
At least the bag of limes will contain some much-needed vitamin C.
#5 Wrong battle
We commend their valiant attempt. If the virus were a dragon, it would be dead before it even made it down the frozen food aisle.
#6 Corona-vampire slayer?
The mask is interesting. What is even more interesting is the garlic dangling from it. Maybe he knows something we don’t.
#7 It’s not every day
Unicorns are normally fairly hard to find, especially in a grocery store aisle. However, COVID-19 has changed a lot in our lives for now.
#8 When you really don’t want anyone near you
Some of us take social distancing more seriously. This person takes it extremely seriously.
#9 Serious style
We can’t actually fault this one. This might become the latest fashion.
#10 Remember the dog
The dog still needs to be walked, even in a pandemic. This could be a solution? Sort of? We wonder what the dog is thinking.
#11 Can’t go wrong with Star Wars
She didn’t have a mask, but she wanted to walk the dog. This works, right?
#12 Replacement filter
People are getting creative with filters. We’re not sure that this filter is doing much good, although it is still good for a laugh.
#13 The smoking mask
He wanted to stay safe. He also really wanted a cigarette. What could possibly go wrong?
#14 Jug head?
Creativity is essential in a time like this, but should there be limits?
#15 COVID-19 fashion
While we’re not entirely sure it’s appropriate attire for the supermarket, it does seem to offer some protection against the virus…possibly.
#16 Making the most of it
Who said you have to go with plain goggles if you are going to wear them? No one. That’s who.
#17 A classic
This was one of the first coronavirus memes to come out. It’s good. Just don’t use this as an actual mask.
#18 When you want to be sure
She needed to use public transportation. That didn’t mean she wanted to catch the virus.
#19 Setting ego aside
Sometimes, the only thing you have in the house to protect you from a potentially deadly disease is the last thing you would normally wear on your face in public.
#20 Hair protection
Doctors and nurses often wear hair protection, but how often does the average DIY personal protection equipment creator think of it? Well, this person did.
#21 When there’s nothing else available
It might be better than nothing. What do you think?
#22 Badass grandma
Apparently, these were the only masks left online when she went to order them. We’re not sure if we believe her or if grandma is just finally taking the opportunity to show how tough she really is.
#23 Safety in numbers
What’s better than a PPE-making quarantine project for one person? One for the whole family!
#24 Do not place over head
Desperate times call for desperate measures, but there is never a good time to put a plastic bag over your head. Ever.
#25 The Emperor knows best
He always provides for his troops. Right? Right???
#26 She tried
We have to give her an A for effort. We just don’t know how much good it will do.
#27 When you were always prepared
Nuclear war, chemical attack, a novel virus… Sometimes you already have everything you need.
#28 The 2020 MacGyver
He took the classic jug-mask and took it one step further by installing a filter. It may not look pretty, but there is a chance this might actually be doing the job. A chance…
#29 Italian style
Italy was one of the first and hardest-hit countries to see the virus. There wasn’t much time to prepare. In this case, scuba gear was all this shopper could come up with in a hurry.
#30 It takes guts to wear this one
We have to admit, he is braver than most if he is willing to be seen in public with this particular item attached to his face.
The wings also seem to be oddly well-suited for making sure this “mask” fits well.
#31 Produce aisle solution
Who said that vegetables were just for eating? Apparently, you can use them as a mask as well…possibly.
#32 Where are the air holes?
No, seriously, how are they breathing? Any ideas?
#33 The only way to be sure
Sometimes, you just want to survive but still need a few things from the store. This might be how to do both.
#34 Breathing is out
We know she just did this for the laughs, but we have to ask. How long did she have to hold her breath to take the picture?
#35 PPE heels
She’s going in the right direction with this outfit. Although, we wonder about the heels. Are those certified?
#36 Dating
Hey, life goes on, even with social distancing. This guy has the right idea. At least she seems to think it’s cute.
#37 Our heroes
They are out in the cold and harsh world to bravely walk the dog. Sure, it’s suburbia, but don’t let them know that.
#38 When there is nothing else available
We all know how hard it is to find PPE. In fact, in most cases, you’re out of luck unless you make your own. Or unless you repurpose that Halloween mask…
#39 Doing it in style
That mask might not be stopping any pesky viruses, but it did cause a few shoppers to stop and snap a picture. Close enough?
#40 Don’t forget the car
While we’re all busy thinking about how to protect ourselves, this person has been thinking about more than just personal safety. They also considered the needs of their vehicle. Thoughtful?
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