Life Life Strategies A Cat Couch—and More Clever Items to Upgrade Your Life This Week Can we please take a moment for…this…cat couch? Can’t imagine a better way to start off 2022 than by watching your kitty scratch away happily on this adorable tiny piece of furniture. But if that’s not your speed, we’ve also found a hat perfect for winter running, a cup holder that fits onto your couch, and a unique and protective take on the iPhone case. By Martha Upton Martha Upton Website A former associate editor at Real Simple, Martha Upton began her four-year tenure at the magazine in 2018. She spent a majority of her time researching and testing products for the "Clever Items" column. Prior to joining Real Simple, she spent six months completing a fellowship at Esquire, where she wrote men's commerce stories for online. Martha earned a master's degree in magazine writing from New York University. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 14, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: w-i-p.la 01 of 06 Work in Progress Cat Couch Courtesy of Work in Progress $195; w-i-p.la A perfect place for your feline friend (or small dog) to perch, this sleek, hand-crafted couch houses scratch pads they'll love. Let 'em scratch, flip it over, then recycle; it's much more sustainable—and beautiful, we might add—than buying a new scratching post every time. 02 of 06 Kibou Deliberately Minimal Diaper Bag Courtesy of Kibou $89; kiboubag.com When you've already got a baby strapped to you or in your arms, you might just topple over if you're also toting a massive diaper bag on your shoulder. This fanny pack is made from completely wipeable vegan leather, has a built-in waterproof pocket to store wipes and a detachable changing pad, plus easily reachable slots for your cards and cash. 03 of 06 TrailHeads Ponytail Hat Courtesy of Trailheads $22.95; trailheads.com If you're a dedicated runner or walker, even in the winter, you'll love the thermal coverage of this hat with a convenient place to pull your ponytail through. The fleece is warm but sweat-wicking and is machine washable. 04 of 06 Watruer Sofa Cup Holder Courtesy of Amazon $21.99; amazon.com Perfect for places where there's no room for a side table, this silicone cup holder attaches easily to any size sofa arm and will hold everything from a coffee mug to wine glass. The tacky underside is guaranteed to prevent slips and spills, and it's also an easy place to store a phone or remote while you Netflix. 05 of 06 FLAUNT Square iPhone Case Courtesy of Flaunt $37; flauntcases.com New phone from the holidays but still need a case? This square version cushions the corners of your phone for extra shock absorption and is much easier to grab and hold. Plus, it looks extra chic. 06 of 06 Little Lights Courtesy of Little Lights Starting at $150; littlelights.us For the perfect nap time glow in your little one's nursery or bedroom, these fun-shaped lights are hand made from natural pinewood, remote controlled with a dimmer and timer, and can be hung on the wall as an adorable decoration. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit