Life Life Strategies A Puffer Jacket That Doubles as a Pillow—and More Clever Items to Simplify Your Life Whip up weekend brunch in fewer steps and find out the new and improved meaning to the "packable puffer." Whether you're finding yourself always on the go or spending more time at home, these items will make your routine a breeze. By Brandi Broxson Brandi Broxson Instagram Twitter Website Brandi is an editor and writer with more than 15 years in the magazine and newspaper world. She was with Real Simple for nearly seven years and oversaw personal finance, pets, product testing, and career content. She ideated the magazine's first money issue in 2019 and created two virtual money summits which drew thousands of attendees. Brandi was a longtime editor of Real Simple's popular Clever Items franchise and tested hundreds, if not thousands, of products during her time at the brand. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Published on February 24, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Madewell 01 of 06 Clutch iPhone Charger $50; clutchcharger.com Stash this thin gadget among the credit cards in your wallet, and you can juice up your phone on the go. It has a tiny charging cable built in. 02 of 06 The Mini reBoard $25; materialkitchen.com This eco-friendly cutting booard is crafted from recycled plastic and sugarcane (yes, the sweet stuff), which makes it durable and scratch resistant. It's also dishwasher safe. 03 of 06 Addition Quilted Packable Puffer Jacket $138; madewell.com What you'll like: This slim jacket is made with recycled fabric and filling. What you'll love: It stuffs down and packs into a handy neck pillow. 04 of 06 Nellie's Free Range Eggs French Toast Mix $13; nelliesfreerange.com Just add water to this shelf-stable mix and dip in slices to make speedy French toast. One package transforms an entire loaf of bread. 05 of 06 ChomChom Roller $25; amazon.com This roller uses static to remove hair and fur from clothes and furniture—no tape or refills needed. A tidy receptacle catches all the fuzz (two long-haired cats' worth for our tester!). 06 of 06 Spintowel Drip Accessory $38; dripaccessory.com This absorbent cover fits over your stationary bike's handlebars so yoou can keep a firm grip and prevent grime. (It also comes with a clip-on towel.) Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit