Home Sex Toys You Didn’t Know You Had – By J

Quarantine has not been kind, I know, but there are some home sex toys. Money is tight, tension is high, and many of us have more time on our hands than we know what to do with. 

On the one hand, the situation sucks, and we feel trapped. On the other hand, the universe has provided us an opportunity to get back to our roots and do what we humans are best at: being resourceful, creative, and fucking like there’s no tomorrow. 

What if I told you that you could have a most kinky adventure, right in your home, without having to buy anything at all? 

Benefits of taking on this adventure:

  • Saves money
  • Relieves that tension
  • Occupies your time while keeping you safe at home

What’s this adventure then? Hunting around your home for new toys to play with, of course! 

Your next favorite toy for a good beating or sensation play could already be right under your nose! You just haven’t had the time until now to shift your perspective. A wooden hairbrush? Nah, that’s a good spanking tool. Balled up clothes on the floor? Tie a few together and you’ve got yourself a new whip! Nothing is off limits! (So long as you and your partner(s) have discussed each item before play, and have a continued open channel of communication as you progress.) My partner is determined to hit me with anything and everything he can get his hands on, so listed below are my top household/miscellaneous items to be hit with thus far:

Top Sex Toy – Balisong Comb and Other Similar Combs

  1. My absolute FAVORITE for sensation AND impact play lately has been a balisong comb. Granted, not everyone will have this lying around the house (my partner received it as a gift from a coworker). But because it’s such a fun toy, I had to put it in the number one spot.  [picture for reference]

If you like scratches, this is the tool for you. The comb itself (at least with this one) has very sharp teeth, so it took very little effort to leave a trail of thinly lined scratches across my torso and thighs. Though my partner and I used it to break skin, it is easy to avoid intense scratches by gauging the pressure you use in play, just in case that’s not your thing. And as a bonus, it’s made of metal with holes throughout, so no matter what part of it is used to make contact, the impact is enough of a sting AND thud that will have you moaning for more. Just be sure if you end up getting one that you’re prepared for it to not last long. Unfortunately we destroyed ours within a few uses.

Effect: A+

Durability: C (can be fixed)

Top Home Sex Toys – Utensils – Be Safe Though

  • Okay for spot #2, I’ll list something that’s more likely to be in your house right at this moment. One word: UTENSILS.

The kitchen is full of wondrous possibilities. Metal spoons, spatulas, tongs even–all fantastic for giving the booty, or wherever, a good smack. These are a little more heavy duty, but are definitely worth the acute pain. However, if you’re not metal enough for metal (only said for the pun, it’s totally okay to not want to be hit with metal objects), wooden utensils keep the acuity high often with a lower impact. Wood will sting, but the “thud” of the impact won’t last as long (well, with thinner objects at least). Also good to note, wooden utensils tend to have a more satisfying “thwack” sound than the metal ones. 

Effect: A

Durability A- (haven’t broken any over me yet, but I do intend to get there someday)

Honorable mention? Any frying pan you’ve got. Little ones, big ones, shiny ones, crusty ones: they give a good SMACK to the booty. A+, do recommend. 

More Home Sex Toys That Can Be Found At Home

  • Honestly, 3rd place is a tie between your average joe shoelaces and a solid wooden hairbrush. So, whichever you have of the two, I highly recommend you try it out. 

Shoelaces: it’s like a mini whip, with the aglet (yes, there’s a word for the hard part at the end of the shoelace) leaving a light mark behind. If your aglets are tough enough, this use WILL break skin. The sting is sublime and you’ll have physical memories of it for some time. It’s also good to mention that shoelaces with tied off knots as aglets are highly effective as well, and typically don’t break skin. 

But shoelaces aren’t just good for impact, they’re incredibly versatile. For sensation, you can work your way up to some rope burn. You also now have a convenient restraint at your disposal if you so choose to use it. Hmm, maybe this toy should actually be in the number 2 spot? What a gem, and you probably have at least one pair that aren’t getting used in quarantine! 

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