6 Clever Items to Simplify Your Life
Real Simple’s mission, through its 17 years, has been to simplify your life with smart finds like these.
1
Mug Warmer
The advent of cold and flu season means constantly sipping on warm beverages. This clever warmer keeps your mug of tea at a perfect temperature the whole time you’re enjoying it.
To buy: $8; amazon.com.
2
Scrape-A-Round Ice Scraper
This ice scraper’s innovative design applies direct pressure and conforms to your car window’s curvature to defrost your windows in half the time.
To buy: $9, amazon.com.
3
PediPocket
Keep your dirty house slippers off your clean couch with this clever blanket. The oversized plush fleece blanket features a pocket on one end to slip your feet into, keeping them warm and cozy—and your couch spotless.
To buy: $40; pedipocketblanket.com.
4
USB Hand Warmer
Freezing at your desk? Just plug this portable hand warmer into your computer for a little extra warmth. Its rechargeable battery means you can stick it in your pocket or purse for other chilly situations.
To buy: $20; urbanoutfitters.com.
5
Newborn Cozie Fleece Bootie
If your happy newborn has a habit of kicking off her booties, switch to these fluffy fleece-lined stockings. They have a secure two-snap closure that comfortably keeps the shoes from coming off.
To buy: Starting at $15; amazon.com.
6
Informed Delivery
Don’t bear the cold to grab the mail, just to be greeted with a pile of junk. USPS’s free new Informed Delivery app shows you a digital preview of letters and packages arriving soon, so you know exactly what’s to expect when you check the mail.