Michael Graves Mini-Dustpan and Brush, $4
Problem: Accidents like spilled bath salts happen, but are they worth the schlep downstairs for the broom? And if only your kitty were as meticulous about the area around her litter box as she is about her coat....
Solution: A well-designed package that looks like a doll's purse, the Mini is useful for picking up small mounds and cute enough to be left in plain sight. Just seven inches wide, it can be hung by its handle or tucked away anywhere, like under the bathroom sink.
To Buy: Target, www.target.com for store locations.