From loitering in Our Home, I have come across the candles lane. And since I was so bored, I looked through the best smelling candle in the different displayed candles there. There were different brands but I only opted for the one that has overwhelming scents. I bought the …

I started to have problems with my previous surge protector so I decided to go with this one. When it comes to surge protectors most of them work the same but in some ways this one is a lot better in my opinion. It’s manufactured by Belkin …

The townhouse community I live in is already pretty lit up at night so I don’t really need any extra lights around the exterior of the townhouse itself, I pretty much only got these Stainless Steel Solar Lights from Nomorerack for the back patio when I wanted to spend …

I decided to give this a try because I purchased a used grill and I was looking for a way to clean it up. It was recommended to me by a friend and I have been very proud at how well it works. I purchased it from …

The Target Crescent Heart Shaped Berry Wreath cost me twenty dollars. Although I very much like this Valentine’s Day wreath, for a single reason, which I will get into in a little bit, I don’t think it should have cost as much as it did. This is a store …

We had new carpet installed in our living room last year and it is fairly light in color, so I am finding that it shows dirt and stains easily. We have a carpet shampooer, so that is usually what I use to clean the carpets. However, when …

I have used multiple dish liquids to do my dishes. Over time I have come to find out that most dish detergents are worthless and don’t work very well. I have a few select detergents that I prefer to use, but the store I usually go to was out …

The Dollar Tree carries quite a few summer party supplies, and the nine-inch red paper plates are among the supplies. They are made and sold under the Dollar Tree brand and can be found in the party supplies aisle during the summer months. They cost a dollar and twenty …

I always keep sanitizer in my home and my purse because you never know when you may need it. I love the fresh scent of Eucalyptus mint. It is not overpowering and makes my skin feel so refreshed. My skin actually feels moisturized and extremely soft after every use. …

We in Maryland are facing an Energy hike again, and BG&E and Constellation Energy are getting wealthier each second of each day .This has caused me and many others in my community to start to seek out energy efficient items that we can install in our homes to help …

I don’t drink a lot of coffee, but I purchased this Black & Decker a few months ago to use for the rare occasions when I do. I also use it to make coffee for others that may come over. As with all Black & Decker products …

Tailgate parties are nothing without a grill. You have to have a small one though. The Weber Q100 Portable Gas Grill is just the thing you need for a great tailgate party. That is exactly what we got for those occasions. We found this grill at Walmart for $149.99 …

I am fighting a constant war against my pets for the control of my bedroom. One of the biggest weapons they use against me, especially the dog, is odor. My dog likes lying around my room, and over time his stench can take over the space. …

I bought a large pack of these air duster cans from the local Costco some months back, and I can definitely say that they do not disappoint. They prove a reliable dusting solution in a variety of situations when you feel that taking a wet cloth or antiquated dusting …

Anna Rabinowicz has designed some of the most beautiful and surprisingly different coasters I have ever seen! The Agate Coasters are simple wonders and all natural, made by the earth! I came across the Anna Rabinowicz Agate Coasters online and immediately ordered them…I had to have these unusual and …

I have been using Scotch-Brite Heavy Duty Scrub Sponges for a very long time and I have not had any issues with them. These sponges are sold in most retail stores and I normally pay about 14 dollars for a pack of 15. I believe …

I bought a Mr. Clearn eraser after having seen the commercial thinking that it might work on some things but it wouldn’t be what was promised. I was very pleasantly surprised. It cleans EVERYTHING - greasy muck on the back of the stove, scuff marks off of …

Well after my old water cooler stopped working, I was happy to find an affordable replacement. I’m much more satisfied with the Sun Beam one I currently have than the previous one, which I am unsure of the brand. This one was very easy to find at Fred Meyers …

If you want to do some decent cooking at home, it is clear that you need good kitchen equipment to do so. I found this when I was living in various places before I bought my first house. Most had antiquated kitchen equipment and the oven and hob were …

I love shopping. We went to Bath and Beyond in Arundel Mills Malls, Hanover Maryland and I found this Villaware Interbake 3 waffle iron. Which is really a versatile appliance, we can use it to make waffles, pizzelles, and pocket sandwiches. I liked it because it …

Glade has been around for ages, and is a product you can trust. We trust Glade and buy it all the time. We like our house to smell good.
We also have two cats & 3 kids. The latest carpet & room deoderizer scent we bought is Rainshower. This is …

I have had my Panasonic Luxury Microwave (Model NN-T995SF) for roughly two years now. When I first got the microwave (as a free gift from my insurance company) I loved it and thought it was the best kitchen appliance I ever owned.
But, as is the case with most items, …

I’m not a big fan of overhead light while dining. I always prefer the warm flattering glow of candle light, and especially if I’m entertaining. So, I like my taper candles to work for me, and not just to decorate with. I got these to replace my regular dinner …

A clogged drain is really annoying. However, it is one of those things that every homeowner must deal with at some point. Having encountered these nasty things before there is only one brand of drain cleaner that I use. That is Liquid Plumber Power Gel. I have used …

I use several products to straighten my hair each day and keep it straight. The natural texture of my hair is thick and curly, with frizz an ongoing problem. I use a blowdryer to straighten my hair, then I use either a flat iron or a curling …

The Hofert Red Valentines Day Heart Novelty Christmas Lights Set cost me fifteen dollars; a very fair price considering the quality of this light set. Although this set of lights carries the word “Christmas” in its name, it’s unmistakeably a Valentine’s Day decoration and advertised as one around the …

I was constantly trying to remove those awful labels from jars that I could later use for canning. I finally learned to soak them to soften the label. Then I would put on dish washing gloves. Under the hottest running water I could stand, I would …

Call me crazy but I really enjoy doing laundry. I love to experiment with new washing liquids and softeners and I love when I get the right combination of clean and fresh. I have used Purex a few times and had decent luck with it. That being said when …

I purchased a Magic Bullet Blender with Juicer for $49.99. I have mixed reviews about my Bullet. It is attractive and somewhat convenient, but not as efficient as I’d hoped it would be.
I love the appearance of my Bullet. It is silver and very slender. It looks like …

I admit it; I’m probably one of the last people I know who was willing to buy “natural” cleaning products. But, the guilt finally got to me and I recently invested in many products from the Seventh Generation line of cleaners. I was worried that they just wouldn’t be …

You know how every apartment complex has that one tenant who loves to cook pungent seafood dishes? Well, that person is me. So it is no wonder why I was on a hunt for a candle that can make my apartment smell less embarrassing.
I decided to try Archipelago Botanicals …

I’ve never been the type of person to just go out and buy any type of detergent. I think that you have to be careful with the type of detergent that you buy for you and your family. I say this because I wanted to try something new. I had …

It seems funny to write about a snow cone maker when so many people are snowed in right now! But then summer is right around the corner, and you’ll be ready with family favorite in hand.
The old fashioned carnival style snow cone maker by …

During the summer, I have a house full of day care kids. The kids always enjoy being outside, and we have a variety of back yard equipment and toys to keep them entertained. Along with our swing set, I wanted to get the kids a sand box …

Possibly the only thing cooler about this little glass candle holder other than the price of 99 cents is the fact that it can hold a tealight or a taper candle. I’m kind of a sucker for that kind of versatility in just about anything. I really like the …

Samsung’s new 3.8 cubic foot high efficiency washer is pretty cool. Its said to reduce about ninety two percent of your energy cost too which helps to ease the $1400 cost it typically goes for in local stores these days. You can even get it in those shiny …

When cleaning my kitchen and dishes, I look for a reliable dish soap. I’ve always been the one to absolutely loathe watery dish soaps. I like to make sure my dishes end up clean and disinfected when I’m done doing them. Because I’m such a stickler when it comes …

I received my Keurig Coffee Maker as a Christmas gift from a friend last year. At first I was excited to get it because it was so unique and I had heard a lot of good things about it. Also …

The Target Home Eco Chrome Garment Racks are cheap at around $20, and there is a reason. They are so flimsy, it is untrue?
I bought three of these as I needed some temporary clothes storage. When opened, all of the parts were very well packaged …

I like a clean house and love scented cleaners with the exception of pine sol. If something has a weak scent to it, I won’t buy it including dish detergents and laundry soap. I tend to associate a weak fragrance with a less-than-good product. I like to use cleaners …

I purchased my Libman Mop when I moved several years ago and still own the same mop with a different head. The mop has a movable cylinder over it that allows you to wring out the mop without getting your hands dirty.
The cylinder snaps up and out of the …

Swifter wet cleaning cloths can replace your mop. These little cloths are soaked with a great smelling cleaner and also have a green scrubbing strip that can be turned to scrub the dirt off the cloths. The only drawback is that I think the scrub strip should …

EMERILWARE Stainless Cookware
I purchased the EMERILWARE 10 piece Stainless Cookware set in September 2007 when we moved to our new apartment. I was tired of buying cheaper pots and pans and having to replace them since they didn’t stand the test of time. I like to …

About two weeks ago, I decided that I wanted to clean up a few rooms. There were so many sheets of paper lying around. They were important and needed to be accessed easily, so they couldn’t just be stuffed in a drawer, but they also couldn’t just stay lying …

Bleach has always been and will always be an important cleaning agent in my house. I love using bleach in both my kitchen and bathroom, because it is guaranteed to disinfect. I have never been too picky about the type of bleach I used until recently. I needed some …

We have camp fires both when we are camping and at home in our back yard. Often we run into the problem of our wood being damp and when this happens, it’s nearly impossible to get a fire going. Last year we were camping in the woods …

I purchased these lint rollers over a month ago and I have been very disappointed in them because they weren’t what I expected. When I purchased these rollers I paid 15 dollars for a 5 pack of rollers. In my opinion they are way to expensive especially …

When I started living alone, one of the things that I did was to buy some supplies for my small place. One very important item for me is purchasing my kitchen wares. To minimize expenses, I bought cheaper items at first so I won’t run out of budget. The …

Doing laundry is a chore that I find most hard to get done. I put in the detergent and as silly as it seems going back to put in the fabric softener is a chore. I always forget to put it in and have to run an extra rinse …

While faux painting always presents a dynamic addition to any room, and often gives it a much more elegant and meticulous presentation, it is certainly not an uncostly job. Our bedroom, which is fairly large, needs to have the walls painted. I called to receive estimates on …