I was thinking about how I missed having an indoor thermometer that measures humidity. It’s such a small specific thing, one I’d never think of getting unless pushed to it (which I was by one particularly dry winter). But I like having one now.
What are your small, “random” or “junk drawer” type of gadgets that you actually use or like having around?
Laser thermometer. It makes cooking things at really specific temperatures a lot easier.
Some long-handle sundae spoons. They’re incredibly useful for getting to the bottom of a deep jar or yogurt tub.
Collapsible screw-together travel chopsticks. They take up virtually no space, come with their own holder so they stay clean, and you’ve always got some nice chopsticks to eat with.
Blue painter’s tape. You can label anything (especially stuff that’s going into the freezer), and it’ll peel off again without leaving any residue.
Beaded reusable cable ties. It’s always nice to be able to tie up a power cord.
A nice headlamp. It’s really nice to be able to put on a headlamp and have your hands free when you’re doing stuff outside at night. Fair warning: you may fall down a nice flashlight rabbit hole.
I came to specifically to promote the infrared thermometer. Glad to find it near the top of the list.
It’s so helpful for so many things.
For most intents and purposes the cheap harbor freight infrared thermometer is as good as the far more expensive models.