I will admit that I am a coffee addict. I drink at least three cups of coffee each day, and most of the time they are from Starbucks. My problem is that the coffee that I make at home does not compare to what I can purchase …

A $40 cake pan, my ‘careful’ hubby was distraught when I told him but after several uses I think I’ve convinced him that it was worth the money - not least because it’s saved us having to buy two birthday cakes so far, with another birthday (and giant cupcake) …

If there’s one thing I have a lot of in my house, it’s definitely got to be air fresheners. I’m spraying them constantly. Either that or using scented candles. I just like having a nice smelling house, and I like air fresheners that not only hide odors but truly …

This past summer we were planning a large party and my husband wanted to buy a smoker for the event, and cook some briskets. He has always wanted a smoker, and we started shopping around. We found one at Home Depot call Char-Broil that cost $150. It looks like …

The Century Novelty Valentine Heart Garland cost me one dollar and sixty cents. It’s a twelve foot long red garland that consists of red hearts. The red hearts reflect light well because they’re metallic in design. Since they’re metallic, when light hits the surface of the hearts, some may …

I am a huge fan of the NordicWare brand and over recent years have been replacing a lot of my cookware with their products, my most recent acquisition being a set of these Cactus Kabob Skewers for the barbecue.
They’re an excellent twist on a traditional barbecue skewer, each …

I got a selection of Wax Tarts for my Christmas as I like to burn Candles and that in the house. As long as they are scented or like these then I like to have them, not keen on unscented Candles. I think what’s the point?
I had never …

This scent was just available as a Shower Gel until the latest Avon book where is launched as a Liquid Soap. I do like this scent as a Shower Gel so I had to try this as a Soap. Also this launched as a special offer price and although …

I had tried several different stain removing products without any success but I didn’t to give OxiClean Versatile a try. I was really impressed with this product because it really does work and it’s one of the only products that I had success with. The product that …

I love their products, not too keen on the price of them though…
When I saw this in L’Occitane store I just could not resist buying it, it is something I have never seen before - not with them or by any other brand personally. Pillow mist, well basically a …

Body sponges seem to be an essential when you want to use body wash. It seems that body wash never lathers up right on wash cloths and to get the full affect of it you need a sponge. I have tried a few different sponges and never have really …

Surf Dishwashing Liquid is one product that I like. Surf is not only cheap and economical to use, it is also effective in removing stains, grease and odor from your plates, utensils and even pots and pans. Surf is a known brand in making detergent powders and hard and …

We recently purchased a Kitchen aid 5 speed Blender from Lowes, they were offering a $20.00 rebate and we needed a new blender so we purchased this one. It has a .9 horsepower motor. It has five speeds and does everything from blend to puree, it …

Ever since I can remember it has been important to me that the odors in my home are kept at a strict minimum. I cannot stand to have a stinky household and am liable to clean everything from top to bottom for days until I either find what the …

We have a cat that sheds, and it seems like no matter how much I clean the house, there is always cat hair on the floor and furniture. Sometimes our cat sleeps in bed with us, which is fine, except then in the morning there is a pile …

I got a couple of these security lights mainly to go switchless. I placed these lights throughout the house. I only placed them in places I don’t go to often such as the washrooms and the basement. I also placed these lights in the hallways and they act as …

I love the great outdoors and I spend a lot of time out in it during the summer months. My favorite summer time activities include picnics, boating, camping, car trips and what have you. I like to stay hydrated and/or just quench my thirst with a good, ice cold …

I was introduced to this frame set years ago when I saw them displaying pictures on her fridge. Now I am on my second set of these magnetic frames, and I love them! These frames are perfect for displaying pictures on the fridge since they are clear, …

I really wanted to love this sweeper, because I love my other Bissell Vacuums (I have the Bissell Feather-weight and the Bissell PowerGroom Pet Compact Bagless Vacuum Cleaner) but in truth I only ‘like’ this sweeper.
The only reason I had bought this is that my infant son would …

This is special bottle for water or other liquid. There are few choices of design picture in the bottle that you can choose in the store. I bought the one with Dora The Explorer design picture on it since my daughter love this character from the movie so much.
What …

We bought this Imarflex Juice Extractor some three months ago because we were invited to a wedding and wanted a unique gift for the couple. However, we later found out that another friend had the same gift for them so we decided to buy another gift and just …

The Dirt Devil Bagged Canister vacuum is the worst vacuum I have ever owned. It is poorly designed and it started falling apart after about a year.
This vacuum is difficult to use because it is just plain badly designed. It is difficult to get around corners and tight spaces …

For years I use to buy the cheapest bran of steel wool on the market. I figured that all steel wool was the same and why pay extra for something that doesn’t last more than one or two times. I use to think that the little rust stains on …

When you have small children in the home as I do, a good disinfectant cleaner is a must have. Of course it also nice if the cleaner smell good. That is why I use Lysol Disinfectant All Purpose Cleaner in Lemon Breeze Scent. I swear by this product.
Lysol …

Unfortunately, I have an oven and stove top that just does not work well and hasn’t for years. I did have two burners that worked somewhat for a while, but a few months ago, they burned their last notes. So, I had to go looking for a …

Cinnamon Sugar & Home is a candle that is a part of the Febreze Candle product line. The candle gives off a very rich cinnamon aroma. Give the candle about fifteen minutes, and the room the candle is burning in will be filled with a soothing and sweet cinnamon …

I got a coupon for $2.00 off a box of Electrasol 3 in 1 Powerball Tabs.
It was a bit on the pricey side so the coupon was nice.
It has 3 features:
-a presoaking agent
-detergent
-and a Jet-Dry Powerball in the centre of the PowerBall Tab.
This was great for me.
Instead of filling …

Our family uses the blender only occasionally for smoothies and milkshakes. Usually we get out the blender in the summer for these treats. Our old blender had fallen apart, so we were shopping for a new one and didn’t want to buy anything too expensive. …

Hamilton Beach Brew Station
For Christmas I bought myself a 10 cup Hamilton Beach Brew Station coffee maker. It is awesome! I only paid $20 at K-Mart, but it is the best coffee maker I have ever had. It only has one draw back. The reservoir …

I love to cook. It makes me feel so good that I can prepare a meal that my boyfriend likes and can not get enough of. However after cooking comes the really tough job of cleaning. This is especially true after I use the oven. I do not clean …

I absolutely cannot stand a nasty dirty bathroom. My bathroom at my home gets cleaned very thoroughly on a regular basis and I use many different cleaning supplies to make sure that the bathroom stays clean. I have used many different products however one of those products that …

My family has used slow cookers for a long time. I mean really that is something that makes the best soups and stews. MY wife and I finally bought our own little slow cooker because we had a taste for some beef stew. I know we could have totally …

Downy Fabric Conditioner has greatly help me in my laundry task. I have proven it several times already. It comes in different variants which includes Downy Antibac, Downy Passion, Downy Original and more. I have used all of the mentioned items. They all have good quality. The best variant …

The Oster 10 speed blender 6640 was one of the most affordable blenders we were able to find when looking for a temporary blender because of a move. I have to say we have been pleasantly surprised with its effectiveness. We had another cheap blender before and it was …

I got the Leak Ender 2000 on Amazon for only $19.99. The name pretty much gives the product away. This product ends leaks. It seals off leaks, small cracks, and holes. After getting it, I have to say that this is useless. It does not work, does not dry …

Almost everyone I know loves candles, and I am definitely one of them! One of my favorite stops when I go to the mall is the Yankee Candle Company. The alluring fragrances coming out of this store is so enticing, how in the world could anyone pass it up? …

I was actually given this as a gift by my boyfriends mother and at first I thought it was the best thing ever. Little did I know that the more I used these pans the more the nonstick would actually chip off into my food. I felt horrible because …

I’m not too sure why I bought this cleaning product; it’s unlike me to buy wipes or specialized cleaning products, a bucket of water and some bleach is good enough for me, but I think after using these Clorox wipes it’s worthy of a review.
So basically it’s a tube …

I am going to tell you about some knives i bought in the 80’s. i have used these great knives for almost 3 decades. i have had to send one in to get laser sharpened. Now the styles have changed but the cutting edges have remained the same. These …

It was start of winter season and moreover it was my first winter at United States, obviously it would be hard for anyone who is new to this extreme climatic condition. We decided to get a comforter, even though we already had one, It is really hard to …

Winter gets cold up here and a source of supplemental heat is needed. I have burnt out many cheap resistance wire type heaters and finally bought a Noma oil-filled rad. This little puppy gives off far more heat that the fan forced ones, without the noise. Granted, you have …

I always feel dishes and glasses remain cleaner when you let them air dry. Unfortunately, when you have room for only two small drying racks and no dishwasher, this means patiently waiting for them to dry and only doing so many dishes at a time.
When I found this …

I recently purchased the Eureka Quick Up vacuum because my last vacuum which was similar in design handle broke and I was in desperate need of a new one. I purchased the vacuum at an incredible deal at my local Wal-Mart for only twenty-five dollars which was a bargain …

I recently discovered Zout stain remover made by the Dial company, a well know US based company that makes Dial bar soap. I am always looking for effective and affordable stain removal products, and this little blue bottle jumped out at me with its claims of “Satisfaction guaranteed, gets out …

I am a person that does a lot of woodwork and so it usually requires a lot of glue. I have tried several different brands of glue and I certainly have to say that Aleene’s glue is one of my most favorite. This glue is sold in …

If you have been living without Tilex Mold and Mildew Remover then you have been living with mold in your house. I have learned over the years that when it comes to mold you have to be careful. There are so much mold in our homes that it can cause …

Scotch Brite Copper coated scrubbing pads are a fantastic tool for cleaning your kitchen. I recently discovered these will remove long dried grease out of the corner where our fry pot sits. I have tried everything to clean that corner including Grease Lightening and other products but …

I like shoving penlights on my pocket for finding miscellaneous objects in my bag. Flashlights, on the other hand, are those bulky things you use when the lights are out, totally. I’d choose the former at any given time. No, I take that back. I …

I am steaming mad right now! Well let’s just say I’m a little upset. I’m sure I’m not the only one that tries to get around ironing. I love keeping a tidy home, but ironing is one part I can do without. A couple of weeks ago I …

For $150 I was able to buy my living area a new ceiling fan. I’m not sure why I chose this ceiling fan but all I know is that it matches everything about my living room. I did have a hard time getting it installed. I think that …