19 Household Items You Can Use as Homemade Sex Toys

From spatulas to throw pillows, Carrellas says once you start looking for pervertibles, you can expand your erotic imagination and increase your pleasure possibilities. (And save money too.) Below, weve rounded up a few of the best homemade sex toys, as well as expert recommendations for how to safely enjoy them.

Williams Sonoma Coffee Bean Ice Tray

As for how to employ the ice cubes, she says: The nipples are a hot zone (pun intended). Run the cold object around your partners nipples and then over each one, taking note of how they respond. If theyre clearly enjoying themselves, move down their body. Focus on the inner thighs and hip bones. And if theyre into that sensation, engage their penis or vulva last.

Be sure you always have fresh ice cubes ready to goa task made easy if you own a useful refillable silicone ice cube tray like this one above. (Before you ask, theyre molded like coffee beans, we promise.) For more traditional shapes, try these freezer trays from Amazon.

Oxo Good Grips Wooden Spoon

A wooden spoon is an excellent toy for spanking when youre ready to move on from a flat palm, Engle says. She advises that the spoon be on the newer side and finished, as you wouldnt want to give your partner splinters in their rear. Once youve pulled the spoon out of its drawer, use the back of it as a paddle, but(t) dont hit with full force. Work your way up to more intense strokes, Engle adds. As beginners, it can take some time to get your bearings. Remember, always ask your partner if something feels good or is too rough.

Madewell Bandana

You dont have to invest in a full-on BDSM kit to incorporate some light bondage into your play. Carol Queen, staff sexologist at Good Vibrations, recommends pulling out a bandana, which you might already have lying around (or maybe nows the time you buy a cute scarf like this one from Madewell, which comes in an Afterglow Red colorway).

Crucially, avoid bandanas made of fabrics as slinky as silk or satin, as those materials get dangerously tight when you knot them. Fold or twist a cotton bandana or scarf, however, and you can tie wrists much more safely, Queen says, adding that you should still be able to slide one finger between the scarf and skin.

Another way to use a bandana? As a blindfold, tied to the side so the wearer doesnt have to place their head on an awkward knot.

Tom's of Maine Whole Care Natural Fluoride Mouthwash (3-Pack)

Swishing around mouthwash (or sucking on a mint) before or during oral sex will create a pleasurable tingling sensation which will feel amazing for your partner if theyre into that type of stimulation, says sex and relationship therapist Malika ONeill, LPC, and founder and CEO of The Pleasure Collective, LLC. This homemade sex toy has the added bonus of freshening your breath too.

Casper Hug Body Pillow

Humping items like pillows, blankets, and sofa arms can be perfect for external stimulation, Chen says. Just be sure to cover them with something you can launder.

Sosoon Bor Bristle Hair Brush

Given its length and rod-like curves, the phallic hairbrush handle makes for an easily accessible and dildo-like sex toy. Experts dont recommend you insert anything that isnt an actual sex toy inside of you, but if you must, Chen says: Insertable household items like the iconic hairbrush, toothbrush, or cucumber should be covered with a condom to prevent yeast and bacterial infections.

Be sure to wash and dry everything before and after use, and, most importantly, For the love of the emergency room, dont put anything without a flared base up your butt! That means yes to the hairbrush, but no to the cucumber. Experts also recommend using a water-based lube.

Viva Naturals Organic Coconut Oil (16 oz.)

Speaking of lube, a good go-to item is coconut oil, which Chen calls an amazing lubricant you can find in the kitchen thats safe for use on skin and sex toys and makes for a great massage oil too. In fact, Chen says, any neutral vegetable oil (like EVOO) is safe for use just as long as it's not flavored. One more thing to know is that oil doesnt mix with latex condomsso if youre getting kinky with coconut oil, be sure to pair it with a non-latex (polyurethane) condom.

Williams Sonoma Silicone Spatula

Another fantastic spanker? A silicone spatula. Make sure you choose a well- made spatula, Queen says. The danger with a cheap one is that the flexible end might fly off the handle when youre using it. To avoid accidents, weve got our eye on this lovely lilac model from Williams Sonoma, which has a cool stainless steel handle that you can personalize with whatever text you like. Go aheadget creative.

Parachute Classic Turkish Cotton Robe

A bathrobe is something that lots of people have sitting around, and its tie can be used as a blindfold and for bondage, Jenn Mason, the owner of WinkWink Boutique, tells ishonest. Just pull the tie out of any robe (or, hell, a wrap dress) and use it to tie wrists together or to a headboard.

Hanes Perfect-T Short Sleeve T-Shirt

If a bandana isnt nearby, another reliable blindfold stand-in is a good old cotton T-shirt, which Engle calls an ideal blindfold. While spanking and wrist- tying is fun, start with the blindfold alone, she says. Once its secured over your eyes, have your partner kiss you and massage you with essential oils. Then, the sexy stuff can really get underway.

Amazon Basics High-Density Round Foam Roller

If youve got a foam roller on hand (or were looking for a reason to buy one), Queen notes that the more slender variety can be used for impact play (as can pool noodles, although theyre a bit on the long side).

Pipette Baby Oil

Theres nothing more erotic than getting oiled up for some sexual fun, O-Neill says. Pro-tip for parents: The baby oil you keep around can be dual-purposed as a massage oil in a pinch.

Blissy Bronze Sleep Mask

One more blindfold option is a sleep mask. Were partial to this soft, silky mask from Blissy, which is as great for hair and skin as it is at allowing you to try bondage play.

Among U&S Plush Toys (Set of 12)

If youve got a penis and a plush toy nearby, cut a hole so you can insert your penis into the interior and do your thing, ONeill advises. The stuffing and pressure should create an enjoyable sensation. While were not recommending that you go looking for your childrens stuffed animals, maybe youve got a plush prize from a county fair hanging around the house somewhere. Either way, ONeill recommends wearing a condom in case you want to use the toy again.

Dezene Throw Pillow Cases (2-Pack)

Of course, if you dont own any plush toys, a throw pillow works just as well.

Havaianas Slim Flip Flop

Heres a homemade sex toy idea thats seasonally appropriate: Those cheap-y thong sandals that so many people have for summer can be great for spanking, Mason says. Theyre a bit stingy, and you want to make sure theyre not too dirty, but they make a really great spanking device.

Amazer Clear Shower Curtain Liner

If you want to have a messy sexual experience that may include bodily fluids and dont want to ruin your sheets, a shower curtain may be the thing you need, ONeill says. Opt for a plastic curtain over a fabric one, and cover your existing bedsheets with it before you get down and dirty.

Fruit of the Loom Cotton Socks

At the bare minimum, you at least have a pair of socks somewhere in your house. While not especially glamorous, if you or your partner have a penis and are looking for a simple feel-good fix, ONeill recommends filling a sock with lube or (unscented) lotion and masturbating away. If partnered, have your partner give you a hand job, or you can use your own sex toy and join the fun, she says. And if youre short on sex toys, well, read this article again.

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