Alicia Geigel

I started my own herb garden at home three years ago, and I’ve collected a handful of tools and gadgets to streamline the process. Shop my go-tos for a thriving, bountiful garden, including garden knives, planter bowls, watering cans, and much more—all at Amazon, starting as low as $4.

For a go-to travel companion to tote on your next getaway, Kate Spade Outlet’s Staci Mini Crossbody is the perfect option. It’s chic, compact yet spacious, and easily adaptable for any outfit or occasion. Pick it up while it’s on sale for $64, now 77 percent off.

I never thought I was a tank-top snob, but my mind was officially changed when I tried Hanes’ Rib Crop ones. Crafted with breathable cotton and a hint of spandex for stretch, they’re buttery-soft and perfectly lightweight for summer. Shop my new warm-weather staples for just $10 apiece at Amazon.

T-shirt dresses are a warm-weather staple, as they’re comfortable, cute, and can be dressed up or down with the right shoes and accessories. We found effortless, versatile styles for spring and summer perfect for lounging, errands, casual brunches, and relaxed date nights—all under $25 at Amazon.

You can minimize both the heat and your overall effort in the kitchen this summer with reliable cookware and smart appliances that can tackle several jobs in one. Score heat-reducing, lazy summer cooking essentials from Crock-Pot, Our Place, Instant Pot, and more at Amazon—starting at $11.

Proper bedding is a must to comfortably handle scorching summer temperatures, and coverlets are the perfect solution that are guaranteed to help you stay cool. I found hotel-worthy, lightweight coverlets at Amazon to shop before summer peaks—all under $60, starting as low as $23.

The Lulu Home Insect House may look unassuming, but it’s thoughtfully designed to attract insects and help naturally support your garden—minus the need for any kind of fertilizers, plant food, or pesticides. Pick it up for $17 at Amazon.

Amazon just dropped Prime Day 2026 dates, and the event will span four days this year. Ahead of the sale, shoppers can grab home, fashion, kitchen, beauty, and outdoor deals up to 74 percent off. Shop a Shark robot vacuum, Staub casserole dishes, a Yankee Candle, and more early Prime Day finds, from $6.

Dealing with grease is one of the worst parts of cooking bacon. The payoff is delicious, but the mess of transferring the grease from the pan to a designated container is nothing short of frustrating. We found a helpful gadget at Amazon that doubles as a place to dump and store grease, and it’s $10.

Bird baths are great to have around your home, but if you’re looking for something less permanent and more whimsical in style, we found a pair of hanging bird baths that can be placed on your front porch, along a walkway on shepherd’s hooks, or even in a tree. Scoop them up for $7 apiece at Amazon.