It is usual to have old knives getting dull in time. I own a lot of knives of various kinds like bread knives, paring knives and regular knives which are not as sharp as they used to be, and so I thought of throwing them away. But when I …

Spic and Span has been one of my favorite brand of cleaners for a very long time. I like to use spray cleaners especially in the wet areas of my home, such as the kitchen and bathroom. When I went shopping for my monthly cleaners and deodorizers, I ran …

The Renwick Scented French Vanilla Jar Candle delivers a mild vanilla bean aroma to a room, when lit. While the vanilla scent isn’t quite as noticeable as the aroma given off by the apple cinnamon jar candle also made by Renwick, I think it’s scent that’s strong enough to …

My wife and I decided to try a different brand of dishwasher detergent on our dishwasher. We typically go with the generic brand, however, wanted to try a name brand detergent to see if it could improve the dish washing quality.
We were extremely disappointed. First off, I didn’t …

Dumex a home detergent and cleaner ranks very highly in my household list of needs. It disinfects effectively and brings a true shiny finish to its multiple functions at home. Can be used to clean the kitchen, Floor tiles, Comfort room, tables and much more. I can recomment this …

My husband knows that I love receiving kitchen gadgets and anything that has something to do with cooking and food preparation. As a part of the bed full of birthday gifts he gave me, I got a white KitchenAid Food Chopper. The very first time I saw it, …

I got this machine for Christmas a few years ago, as my first sewing machine. At first, the only problem I had was that I couldn’t figure out how to put the bobbin in - I couldn’t understand even the picture instructions that are on the bobbin tab thing, …

I purchased this kit over a year ago and I have to say that I really love it. When it comes to mopping it can be a very difficult task but this has made it so much easier. I purchased it from Amazon.com and I paid 40 …

I remember my parents using Bounce (and other brands of) dryer sheets when I was a kid. They pretty much used them to help with that horrid static cling. As an adult, I’ve rarely used them, but it’s been more of a cost issue for me. …

I had been making my own laundry soap for a while but something wasn’t right about the way it cleaned leading me to alter the recipe numerous times. One day I ran out of my homemade soap and didn’t feel like making another batch since I was running short …

I use a cutting board to keep my counters from getting all cut up from the knives. The Houzer Endura Cutting Board was my choice when I was shopping to stock my kitchen gadgets at Walmart. The board cost $106.43. That is a steep price to pay for something …

We had a training camp just last year in Luzena, Quezon Philippines. It is part of our Leadership Training. The training was fun but you have to bring your own food as we cannot buy foods every where because the camp will be in forest. In my big knap …

The Futura anodized range consists of a medium sized pan, a large sized pan (kadhai), a large sized container with a lid and a tawa. All the cookware is grey in color and is hard and heavy bottomed. Because it has a thick base, the food doesn’t stick on …

I purchased Sunpentown SU-4010 ultrasonic humidifier suitable for use in rooms up to 500 square feet. I was having problems with breathing at night and this helped to relieve my dry nose and throat so that I could sleep more comfortably. I found this at Walmart in Dundalk, MD …

I purchased the Eureka Quick up vacuum about three months ago and so far I have enjoyed using this vacuum. I paid 40 dollars plus tax for this vacuum and have been amazed because it has been more than I expected. Although this vacuum is very …

I’ve tried a lot of different garbage bags in my time. While many of them have their pros and cons they also have their consistencies and inconsistencies. This particular garbage bag is a very great example of this.
The pros definitely outweigh the cons with this …

I have tried 2 other washing powder brands (including a store brand) but I always come back to Skip. This washing powder for automatic machines outperforms other washing powders of the same kind. First, it makes my clothes clean and free of dirt and stains. Stubborn stains may persist …

There is nothing worse than having bad odors in your house. We are all susceptible to them. The most noted room would be the bathroom, but the kitchen can get very smelly as well from cooking and from the trash. I wanted to try Oust Air Sanatizer to see …

There was a very strong smell starting to build up inside my washer so I decided to try this product. Before using it I had tried almost everything to clean my washer so I was a bit disappointed. After trying this I found out that it works …

If you went to the grocery store you would notice a lot of products not necessarily new but with variety of add on, call it marketing strategy. I said that because I was looking for a pair of household gloves when I saw this Scotch Brite All Purpose Household …

The rising cost of LPG had compelled me to look for an induction cook top. Some of my friends were already using various brands of induction cook top and hence after taking their suggestions I decided to get Morphy Richards Chef Xpress 500 Induction Cook Top. I had …

The Sanyo 3.6 Cubic Foot Refrigerator in our master bedroom is exactly the same brand of refrigerator we have in our office. But my husband and I got a better bargain here because while our office actually bought this for PHP12, 100, we got it cheaper at PHP11, …

I am very particular with the smell of my home. I like it when I enter a particular room and fragrance welcomes me. I do this by putting on scented candles because they are calming and emits this zen charm but the scent are sometimes so faint …

The Hofert Lighted 3-D Icy Snowflake Christmas Tree Topper cost me around twenty dollars, I believe, when I bought it a couple of years back. It’s still available for purchase today. I use this Christmas tree topper on one of my small Christmas trees. The size of this Christmas …

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 …

‘Honeywell 18155 SilentComfort Permanent, True HEPA air purifier’ is my first air purifier and I am literally happy with it. Just as it promises it is quite silent and I put it on medium or low most of the time. It seems quite effective too because the air filter …

This unit has a pleasing shape and design. It produces steam within 2-3 minutes, has a retractable cord and comes with a travel bag and attachments. It is available in assorted colors. The steamer does work well if you like steamers. The way it was …

Oxo Good Grips Box Grater is one my collections of graters in my Kitchen. I have different kinds of graters and most of them are just gifts from friends or relatives. This Oxo Good Grips Box Grater was a gift from a friend. It was given to me along …

While shopping at Wal-Mart, I came across the Abruzzino’s 8 ounce pizza shells. My family loves to make and to eat homemade pizza. There was a store coupon right next to the Abruzzino’s 8 ounce pizza shells for a dollar off. I figured that I would give them a …

TowTabs come in a little roll of ten tabs. The roll is small, and reminds me of a Lifesaver package or something, so they fit easily into your pocket or your purse and you can take them anywhere. I have a pack in my purse and a few rolls …

I needed a new bed pillow and went to Walmart to find one that was comfortable but that didn’t cost a lot of money. I found the Canopy Continuous Comfort Firm Pillows in a center bin in the store. I felt the pillow and it felt soft enough without …

I have been using Glade air fresheners for several years, mostly the lilac scent. During my last trip to Walmart I picked up another can of lilac and also decided to try something different. “Suddenly Spring” caught my attention. I don’t know whether it is a new, seasonal scent; …

I like the Yankee Candle Candle range. Although they are quite expensive, I think that in some way they are worth the money as the scents are always so nice and they tend to last a good length of time as well, so perhaps it is worth spending that …

The Creative Expressions Thanksgiving Party Bountiful Turkey Beverage Napkins retail for two dollars and ninety-nine cents. A total of twenty beverage napkins come in a pack. I used these napkins for one Thanksgiving in the past, but I won’t be buying them again for any Thanksgiving in the future. …

Most of the Melaleuca cleaning products are well worth the money. The products are concentrated, so they will last a long time. My favorite cleaning product is Clear Power. Meant as a glass cleaner, it does a great job cleaning windows and mirrors without streaking, but …

Within the past three months I have purchased a Bissell Spot Lifter. I have a toddler and a dog that have occaisional spill or accident and my carpets were looking pretty bad. I think this is a good product for the price. It basically serves as a wet vac, …

I was in the store and I was not intent on purchasing a paper towel holder but I decided to purchase this one because I really love it. This is a counter top paper towel holder which means that you don’t have to do anything to install it. …

The Black & Decker HS900 Food Steamer:
Despite my ever hectic schedule each day, I never make excuses when it comes to cooking the most nutritious food I could afford for my family. I’ve always been a heath advocate and I take every opportunity to learn anything about …

I got the Kangaroo Keeper for many reasons. I saw how this Kangaroo Keeper can hold so many items. This bag can hold water bottles, with mirrors, multiple wallets, combs, umbrella, and just about everything.
I got this Kangaroo Keeper for thirty dollars total with taxes, shipping, and handling …

I have been using Ariel brand for my laundry detergent for years and I could confidently state that this brand is far more superior to all the other laundry detergent in the market today.
Locally, Ariel comes in variants but I normally buy the Economy size of plain Ariel Laundry …

I have wasted more paper towels because I only need a little piece but have to take an entire sheet just to wipe up a small spill or to use as a napkin. When Bounty came out with Select-A-Size paper towels, I knew I had to try them. It …

This is a simple sandwich toaster model which I left behind here at home when I started living overseas. When I am home, I often need to make sandwiches quickly either as snacks or as the main fare at dinner. In addition my husband eats a Croque Monsieur (ham …

I am always looking for something new to clean with. I sometimes get things on the counters that stain the counter and it is very hard to get out. I found the Clorox cleaner and thought that it might be the answer to my problems. Bleach should work to …

I’m not sure if this product has a brand or not. However, rumors do say that Bic made the permanent match. The name of this product pretty much gives it away. It is a match that’s permanent. I think it would make more sense if I called it, “The …

On a recent trip in to the town I went to the Harris Scarfe Manchester sale. That’s where I saw the Deco Raven Quilt Cover Set. The good news about this quilt cover set was that it was heavily reduced.
The Double Bed Quilt set was on special for $48.95 …

My aunt actually purchased the Pasta Pro a while back but never used it. It was handed down to me when she relocated. It took a while before I decided to unbox it and utilize the contents, but I am truly glad I did. I love how …

These things are very easy to use and best of all they are effective. They have several different uses and I have used them several times throughout my house. I first purchased them a few months ago from Wal-Mart. At the time of purchase …

I have been using Aleenes’s original Tacky Glue for years. I love this glue, and it works great. I use the glue for many things in my house. I have repaired a small tear in a livingroom chair. I have also used it to fix wooden slats on a …

I purchased these about three months ago and I really love them. They have held up very well and they work great. I purchased them from Wal-Mart but I’m sure they are sold at other stores also. They are sold in a package with 7 and …

Everyone has seen the Topsy-Turvy tomato planters that allows anyone with limited space, such as apartment dwellers, like me,to be able to grow tomatoes hanging upside down. This is the third year that we have used them. We have 5 of them, 3 with the one opening …