"I have no idea why I get so many fruit flies at home. I don't even keep that much fruit around (yes, I know, I should probably eat more fruit [5]) but they show up anyway, conspiring to float around my apartment and drive me completely crazy. My dog may look adorable swatting at them, but I do not — which is why I've tried nearly everything to keep them from killing my vibe by killing them instead.

After some trial, error, furious Googling, and a polite complaint to my landlord, I started looking for DIY [6] ways to rid myself of them forever. While there are lots of fruit fly traps on the market, they're not very cute to look at — but I had faith that somewhere, someone had to be smart enough to design an aesthetically pleasing trap that could also lure fruit flies to their death. My search came to an end once I found the RSVP Endurance Fruit Fly Trap [7] ($12) on Amazon, which is not only stylish, but also discreet: the white ceramic looks sleek, and the stainless steel cover matches the rest of my kitchen appliances (one friend actually thought it was a salt cellar, which, LOL).

It's incredibly easy to use; you fill it with about 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar [8] and a small drop of regular dish soap, put the lid on, sit back, and watch those suckers take the bait. Have I gleefully sipped a glass of wine while watching a fruit fly navigate its way into a hole and ultimately meet its demise? Yes. And did I let out a hearty witch cackle? Also yes. (I really hate fruit flies, in case you were wondering.)" — Britt Stephens, content director, Celebrity and Entertainment

Automatic Pan Stirrer

"If there's a recipe that calls for constant stirring [9], you better believe that's the exact moment that my daughter also starts stirring. She'll play by herself quietly when I don't need her to, but the very moment I need a few minutes to cook, that's when she wants to be picked up or to run around the house. And of course, I do my best to avoid holding her when I'm near the stove.

That's why this Automatic Pan Stirrer [10] ($29) is incredibly appealing. It is battery-operated, has three speeds, and is self-rotating. That means you can go do something else while it's working! I cannot tell you the number of times pasta has stuck to the bottom of a pot because I left the stove to play with my child and forgot to whoosh the water and noodles around. This product is genius [11]." — Rebecca Brown, senior editor, Shopping and Family

Hatsutec Magic Silicone Cleaning Gloves

"Like most old city apartments, my place doesn't have a dishwasher. I spend almost every night doing the dishes, and over the years I grew particular about my sponges and gloves. I often found myself throwing them out and purchasing new ones every few weeks because it seemed like the most sanitary option. Recently, I had turned to Amazon to buy another batch but was recommended these Hatsutec Magic Silicone Dishwashing Gloves [12] ($15); I was immediately drawn to them.

I had heard a lot about silicone sponges and how they're much more hygienic than a traditional sponge that collects tons of bacteria. But I was completely sold on the concept that these gloves are a two-in-one product. I bought them within 30 seconds.

The day they arrived was probably the most excited I had ever been to cook and clean up. I was so pleasantly surprised by the results. I lathered the gloves in soap and started washing away. Getting my dishes squeaky clean was easier than ever, and honestly a little fun. The gloves feature slip-resistant grips, so wet items didn't slip away. They can withstand temperatures of -40 through 200 degrees Celsius, so using scorching hot water wasn't an issue. Plus, they even come with a handy hook, so you can hang them up to dry when you're done. I have a feeling these will last for a long time, and they were worth every penny." — Krista Jones, assistant editor, Shop

Mueller Austria Juicer

"You could call me a juice expert [13] — I make my own drinks in the comfort of my kitchen every day. It's a fun and easy way to include more fruits and vegetables in your diet [14], and some say it even promotes weight loss [15] when done properly. If you want to juice at home too but don't even know where to start, you can get all the essentials you need from Amazon, including this juicer. Not only is this Mueller Austria Juicer [16] ($80) highly effective, it's also a great deal. Putting fruits and vegetables into the device is a breeze, and my juices come out without any pulp." — Macy Cate Williams, editor, Shop and Must Have

Kirk's Odour Neutralising Hydrating Hand Soap in Rosemary & Sage

"I love garlic, but I hate the way it makes my hands smell. I usually give my hands a quick wash after I finish chopping any cloves [17] as I'm prepping dinner, but I could never really get rid of the strong smell until I discovered Kirk's Odour Neutralising Hydrating Hand Soap [18] ($9). This is not exactly a new discovery — the brand has been around since 1839 — but it's new to me. For the past few months, I've been using the Lemon & Eucalyptus scent in my bathroom and the Rosemary & Sage scent in my kitchen, and is it weird to say I look forward to washing my hands more than I normally would?

The soap has a natural, hypoallergenic formula that's free of sulfates, parabens, phthalates, artificial fragrance, and harsh chemicals, which is something I personally care about as I strive to put more clean products on my skin [19]. It's extremely soft, and while I love the fresh scents, I like that there's a fragrance-free option too. You can find Kirk's in some stores [20] including Whole Foods, but it's also available on Amazon, which is even more convenient. Spaghetti night in my house is now even more enjoyable, thanks to this odour-obliterating soap." — Erin Cullum, editor, Trending and Viral Features

Antibacterial Silicone Dishwashing Sponges (Pack of 7)

"Washing dishes and getting your hands all pruny in the sink after enjoying a satisfying meal is basically punishment, and don't even get me started on that cringe-filled moment when you touch an unidentified wet food particle. Yuck! If you ask me, though, the worst part is having to replace your sponge [21] all. the. time. They get dirty and smelly so quickly, and it's even worse when you find little crumbs and bits of yesterday's dinner still stuck to the abrasive side. Thanks to this list of genius kitchen gadgets [22], I came across these Antibacterial Silicone Dishwashing Sponges [23] ($13), and they've saved me loads of dishwashing frustration.

My mom mentioned something similar a few months earlier, insisting these sponges were better than the original, so I decided to take a chance. The results were pretty much instantaneous. Because they're made of silicone, the sponges don't tear or absorb any liquid, so they don't smell! Also, since they're so flexible, scrubbing the mouth of a water bottle or a narrow cup is no problem. Plus, any food particles that get caught in the little grooves can easily be rinsed away, and the sponges are dishwasher-safe, which makes them super easy to clean.

The sponges come in a pack of seven bright colours, so you'll have one for the counters, one for the dishes, one for the tables, and more. As one satisfied Amazon customer commented, 'By far, the best part about this product is that you are not having a breeding ground in your kitchen for bacteria using a sponge. Once you use these you will not go back!' I completely agree.

The catch? You do still need a regular abrasive sponge to do any heavy-duty pot scrubbing every now and then, but 90 percent of the time, I'm still able to skip the lingering smell and soggy feeling of an ordinary sponge in my hands." — Chanel Vargas, editorial assistant, Trending and Viral Features

Coravin Model Two Wine Preservation System

"Is there anything better than opening a bottle of wine [24] at the end of a long day? Delicious and relaxing, there's something so satisfying about that first pour. But here's the thing: most nights, I really only want a glass or two [25]; I'm not trying to drink a bottle of wine while I do my laundry and catch up on Billions. But, if you are, more power to you.

So here's how it usually goes — I open a bottle, drink a little bit, and save the rest for tomorrow. Except that tomorrow, I go work out, or go out to dinner, or end up at a friend's house, which means that the yummy wine I opened has now pretty much gone bad [26]. It's a vicious cycle, but there was no way to break it. Until now.

I was recently gifted a Coravin Model Two Wine Preservation System [27] ($295), and it is the most genius thing ever. Upon first inspection, it looked like a fancy wine opener. But no. The Coravin is actually a machine that lets you open wine bottles without actually popping the cork. You read that right.

Here's how it works: a thick needle pierces the cork of the unopened wine bottle, and then you press the trigger to pressurize the wine bottle, and release it to pour. There's no cork damage in the glass of wine you've poured, and once you release the Coravin from the bottle, there's no indication that it's been opened. You can turn it upside down and nothing will come out. The wine is preserved using argon gas, which is an inert gas already present in wine-making.

The best part of this is, you can use the Coravin to open the same bottle of wine multiple times. If you want to have a tasting with a friend [28] or try that superexpensive bottle you got for your birthday, go right ahead. It just got that much easier to make every night wine night." — India Yaffe, editorial assistant, Shop

Lodge Pan Scraper

"I make eggs for my family weekly. My husband loves them, I love them, and my daughter loves them. And even though I use what I consider to be the best nonstick pan out there, at some point, things just start sticking — eggs in particular. I've had some success using these silicone dishwashing gloves [29], but they only get so much off.

After hearing people rave about this Lodge Pan Scraper [30] ($3, originally $10) and reading through reviews, I was sold. You have to wait until the pan cools off before using it (the scraper is likely to melt otherwise), but then you're free to flick off those reluctant pieces that seem to just want to hold on for dear life. The scrapers are intentionally rounded in four different ways so you can get the angle you want. And those of you who spend the Summer flipping burgers for the kids on the grill might find this handy scraper useful, too! It really gets in all of those nooks and crannies." — RB