I had an electric waffle maker for years, until it had to make way for a more useful kitchen item - after being relegated to one of the cupboards it was just too much hassle to keep taking it in and out so I reluctantly gave it away.  As …

If your kids are anything like mine, they come home from school ready to eat even before they pull their back pack off. Instead of scrambling to get another ho-hum sandwich together everyday, I went out and purchased the ultimate snack and grilled sandwich maker. With my …

The Yankee Candle - Autumn Wreath is a scented, seasonal candle that retails for over twenty dollars. This is a very pricey scented candle and it’s one that at one time I felt comfortable purchasing because of it being a high quality candle, but nowadays, I try to watch …

We all know that when it comes to having a vacuum cleaner you need something that is going to get your floors clean. I mean really you don’t’ want to waste your money on something that is going to leave every lint and or piece of dirt on your …

When we moved in our Michigan apartment, I was disappointed to find out that the unit has no built-in microwave oven. We went to the nearest walmart and check out a few selections of microwave ovens. We end up buying the GE Turntable Microwave Oven for less than 60 …

One useful kitchen gadget that I own is the Kyowa Sandwich Maker. The sandwich maker is a grill-like contraption that heats the sandwich evenly while sealing all four sides of the bread. This assures me that the contents of the sandwich will not spill out in between two slices …

I’ve never been sure what a Garden Mist should smell like, but I know when I walk around my back yard, I love the fresh smell of everything when the night jasmine’s out and the dew is so fresh on the leaves of all the plants outside.
This …

We purchased a Marquis full Latex Mattress from R.C. Willey stores about 3 weeks ago.
The main reasons we purchased from R.C. Willey were because of the 12-month no payment no interest offer, the 15-year non-prorated warranty on the mattress, and the R.C. Willey comfort exchange policy that allows us …

The Pledge Fabric Sweeper for pet hair is a relatively new product designed to clean pet hair from furniture and other fabrics. I purchased one to see how well it would pick up dog hair from our couch.
The design of the fabric sweeper is really just 2 lint …

Okay, let me be honest here from the top and say that this is actually the first broom and dustpan I’ve ever purchased. In the past, I’ve just used what I inherited or what others had. However, I have very strong opinions about the Butler Angle Broom …

The Six Flags Banzai Blast water slide is something your kids and sure to love. You can find this slide at any walmart, target, costco, or pool supply store. The price is usually about two hundred dollars. All you have to do is use an air …

Sometimes, I use Surf Bar with Fabric Conditioner when my favorite detergent bar is not available in the small store near my house. This product costs PhP5 (Philippine Peso) or US$0.12 per bar. It has the same price to almost all laundry soaps. I like using this laundry soap …

Garlic is one of the most used ingredients in my cooking. Indeed cooking can never be as palatable without garlic. But pressing garlic is one messy job. It is not only messy it could be tedious as well. I had actually almost crushed one of my glass chopping …

Kwik ‘n Fresh Aluminum Foil is not a product that lives up to the quality aluminum foil that is made by Reynolds. It’s an off-brand that unfortunately is also off when it comes to mimicking the quality that Reynolds Aluminum Foil is known for. One of the major reasons …

We have a lot of tools and utensils for grilling which is something that we do a lot of and if I could one use one set of tools to barbecue with these these would probably be the ones that I choose. To put it simply they are …

I can’t say enough good things about Dawn Dishwashing Liquid. It truly lives up to its advertising claims that it removes grease from dishes. I can testify to its effectiveness as I’ve also used it in the wash to remove grease spots from work uniforms. The treated clothes, after …

Since my last kettle had a leakage problem, I really need to replace it. My sister-in-law recommended this Philips HD4644 Electric Kettle and so I decided to buy it believing what she said and I was not wrong.
Definitely the price is reasonable and I wasted no time to buy …

I watched the Home Shopping Network late one night where they were airing the ‘Swivel Sweeper’ and I was immediately bought by the advertisement.
The Swivel Sweeper has similar functions as ordinary broom sweeper, only that this one use battery power. The sweeper can clean carpets as well as floors …

My boyfriend’s parents were coming to visit and we realized that our microfiber couch could really use a cleaning. We have had the couch for over a year and have not cleaned it once. The couch is also a pull-out sofa, so many a guest has slept on this …

It is very important to me to keep my kitchen clean and germ free. That is why I use Amway products - especially in the kitchen.
I am very impressed with the dish washing liquid called Dish Drops. It cleans my dishes really well. My glassware is always shiny …

I love using this fencing. It has such a nice natural look to it and I get 15 feel of the stuff for under 24 bucks. And amazingly it lasts. I have had mine for close to four years now, no joke. I’ve moved several times during that time …

I bought a dress that couldn’t be ironed with a regular clothes iron. I decided to purchase a fabric steamer to see if it would do a good job at getting the wrinkles out of the dress. I found the Conair Compact Fabric Steamer at Walmart. I purchased it …

Bath and Body Works concentrated room spray comes in a small, sleek brushed silver 1.5 oz can and costs about $5.00 retail. Small though it is, it is worth every penny. If you are a fan of Bath and Body Works fragrances, you will love to know that …

I’m not a coffee person and I have never really been a coffee person. I mean I can drink a cup every once in a while but don’t think that I just run around drinking coffee all day long. That’s for people who are addicted to it. That’s why …

The Black and Decker PHV1810 is a cordless hand vacuum. I have owned this vacuum for over a year and it has worked perfect so far. I love the design of the Black and Decker PHV1810. It is built out of very thick hard plastic and …

I recently purchased a Makita 18V power drill and have to say that it is the best cordless drill I have ever owned. The most impressive thing is the battery which lasts longer than the battery on any cordless I’ve used before. This is especially valuable since I …

I feel the Philips On tap Water purifier WP3811 has been an excellent household product, being effective, efficient as well as bring my family and I convenience. This is especially so as it provides a running source of pure water, which is priceless for those times when you …

When I got a new office job shortly after college, I had to get used to cleaning wooden floors. Having never really dealt with wooden floors before I was afraid that I would use the wrong thing to clean them with. This being the case I asked my office …

I’ve seen a lot of power blenders (all-in-one functions too) but I didn’t order and just waited from a different blender that would suit my needs at home.

I seldom drift to the home section at the mall but I decided two summers ago to browse around if they have …

I’m no longer in Elementary School, but I still really like Elmer’s School glue. I got a three-pack for a project that I am doing, and it seems to work really well. One thing that is really cool is that it is purple, so you can see …

I’m a big user of plastic cups. Now maybe that’s not great for the environment on the surface, but personal reasons dictate their need, and I do reuse them, so it’s not just one use and they’re out. In fact, one of the reasons I like Vibrants …

I received a weather stick as a gift last year. My initial impression was that it was an odd gift. Why would someone purchase a stick? Anyway, I read the directions upon returning home. You are supposed to mount it going sideways on your house. It …

I was skeptical when I first purchased a Mr. Clean magic eraser; however, after the first use I realized that this product means serious business. The magic eraser will remove virtually any hard-to-remove grime or stain. It works wonders in the bathtub (although a little bit of …

The Keurig Coffee Maker is a single cup brewing system that tastes similar to coffee from Starbucks, only better! Since Starbucks tends to be quite strong (and expensive), I’ve never really enjoyed it.
The coffee pods that are sold seperately come in various flavors, from mild to extra bold. …

I usually use whatever dish soap is on sale, because I never really thought it made a difference what kind I use. But right now, I have two bottles of dish liquid sitting on my kitchen counter, and this one is better. The water stays sudsy and does not …

My family is a big fan of Oxi Clean products. I suppose a big part of that is because we don’t mind kneeling on the grass, digging in the dirt, or spilling sauce on a shirt. Frankly, we’re kind of messy people. So, when other stain removal treatments weren’t …

I have used the Arcos Cutting Knife at home and am quite satisfied with it. I think that it is a good knife for cutting and peeling. Please let me share my positive experience with you.
Please let me start this review by saying that this knife is small but …

Ace Laundry Bleach is something that I don’t use very often. First of all because it has such a strong smell that I find it difficult to even open it. Than it is so strong that you really have to pay attention to where and how much you put …

The Works Tub & Shower Cleaner is one of my favorite household cleaning products. No, I am not one of those women who *love* to clean; I do it because it needs to be done, and I presently cannot afford a maid. However, this tub and shower cleaner works …

I, like many people, are always looking for better ways to store things. Several years ago I lived in a single wide trailer and space was something I just didn’t have. I saw commercials for Space Bags and decided to give them a try.
Space Bags are plastic …

I use Febreze allergen reducer in my home. I have used it both on fabrics and in my cats litterbox when the odor gets to me. A few drops of this product is all you need to alleviate odors and also
to get and keep your fabrics feeling and looking …

After a long wait I have finally been able to purchase a 23 piece Correlle Dinner set for my dining table. At the family dinner hosted just recently, everybody looked at the set with envy. Nearly everyone wanted to know the price and the care required for the dinner …

I should begin by acknowledging that I am a pretty attentive gardener. I check on all of my crops daily, research any anomalies and talk to my crops. In addition, I am an organic grower so I do not use any pesticides or commercial fertilizers. In …

Magnet Works produces some truly gorgeous seasonal doormats, in my opinion, and the Magnet Works MatMates Snow Flurries Doormat is no exception. I was fortunate when I bought this doormat a year ago, the priced had been slashed by thirty-five percent, so I was able to pick it up …

I have tried every detergent for my clothes under the sun. I stopped using bleach. I quit adding dryer sheets. I even stopped using fabric softener. And sometimes my collar area would still break out when touched by a freshly laundered shirt. I knew …

When we put in a new septic system years ago, I was told by our engineer that liquid laundry softeners were not very good for our system. Ever since I heard that, I have been purchasing different types of fabric softener dryer sheets. My latest find is …

I love my home and garden party chip and dip set. It is beautiful, durable, and affordable to some extent. I bought it for about twenty dollars from an independent home and garden party sales representative. The chip part is large round and fluted, it is big enough for …

Daz Washing Powder is a familiar brand since my childhood and I use it very often now I have to wash my own clothes as it is one of the best, basic clothes washing powders. It is also quite often one of the cheapest branded washing powders and …

We never use any kind of charcoal besides Kingsford Match Light. The reason is because you don’t have to mess with stinky, starter fluid. That is just a hassle to soak the charcoal and wait. Kingsford Match Light is ready to go straight out of the bag. You just …

I guess it must be the kid in me. I am a sucker for all things color changing. I picked this up last time I was at the dollar tree. This was advertised as a display stand for glass objects.
It does take 3 AA batteries, which seems like a …