Main Squeeze

The Wedge, like the wheel is a simple, ancient, elegant tool. Why try to reinvent it? Because it didn't come in fashion colors! Stoppy ($8, Containerstore.com) is a flexible plastic door- and window- stop; the 4 inch long thingy can squeeze between walls, floors and your choice of egress. Unlike a normal wedge, you can crush Stoppy with your hand to relieve stress. It also looks like an apostrophe, so in a pinch, Stoppy can correct flawed signage. Bobs School Supplies will thank you.