Thursday, December 31, 2015

MJBAKERS Mini Muffin Pan- 24 Cups

MJBAKERS Mini Muffin Pan- 24 Cups 

I was really excited about this mini muffin pan but was disappointed. I was excited about not having to use any cooking spray. They are advertised as non stick so I decided to put them to the test. I made a batch of brownie bites.  I chose to make the fudge style brownies as opposed to the cake style. I did not spray the pan with Pam or any other type of spray, and I ended up more with brownie bite tops rather than brownie bites. At first I thought maybe the brownies were too warm when I first tried to pop them out.  I waited until they cooled off and still had the same  problem with the bottoms sticking. They may work better with something not quite as moist, but either way I was disappointed. Next time I use them I'll use some Pam or liners. Also want to note because these are silicone they are hard to hold when filled, best to put a cookie sheet to transport. I received this item in exchange for my honest review.

Tuesday, December 29, 2015

Hand Exercise & Stress Relief Ball by Koh Fit

Hand Exercise & Stress Relief Ball by Koh Fit

I work 9 hours a day at a computer and I get pains in my thumb and elbow from being on the a mouse and keyboard all day.  Exercising my hand usually helps to manage pain.  This Koh Fit Stress Ball really helps. This is also really good for stress relief, I keep it at my desk and "play" with it throughout the day. This would also be good for kids that have adhd or fidgety hands, giving them something to keep there hands busy. The outside is made of a nylon type fabric. I'm not sure what's in the inside, whatever it is it bounces back pretty quickly. I have fairly small hands and it fits nicely, but also comfortably in my husbands hand. It is larger than a golf ball. Also included when you purchase is a Hand Therapy Guide in pdf form. I received this item in exchange for my honest review.

2 Kuuk Silicone Ice Cube Tray (Twin Pack)


2 Kuuk Silicone Ice Cube Tray (Twin Pack)


I love Kuuk's silicone ice trays. The trays are made from 100% BPA free, FDA approved silicone. Each tray makes 15 1 inch ice cubes. They will need to be washed a few times to get rid of the silicone "taste". 

My favorite thing about them is how easy the ice is to pop out of the tray.  Just push on the bottom and they will come out easily. No having to run water on the trays. These will be taking place on my old plastic trays. You can also use these to make as jello molds, to freeze herbs,  freeze baby food, to make soap. They
are dishwasher safe on the top rack. I received this item in exchange for my honest review.

Monday, December 28, 2015

Non-toxic Eco-friendly Peva Shower Curtain Liner

Non-toxic Eco-friendly Peva Shower Curtain Liner 

I have been wanting to replace my shower liner for a while now.  I had a clear one which had gotten pretty nasty with water stains and was constantly battling mildew.  I stumbled upon this Non-toxic Eco-Friendly Liner.  I am really happy with this shower liner. First think that I noticed is it did not have that strong plastic smell that you usually get when you buy plastic shower liners. I hate how when you put a new liner in and your bathroom smells heavily of plastic for the next couple day.  This had no noticeable odor.  This liner is also mildew resistant, which I'm pretty excited about. I like that it is a heavy weight plastic, eyelets at the top are nice size and where they are located they are reinforced with extra fabric. This hung nicely in my shower, not a lot of bunching up. The magnets at the bottom of the liner keeps it in place. The product is a little high, but if you are looking for heavy duty mildew resistant non-toxic and eco-friendly is a very nice product. I received this item in exchange for my honest review.

Sunday, December 27, 2015

R'stoyours, Reusable K-Cups, Compatible with Both Keurig Brewer 2.0 and 1.0

R'stoyours, Reusable K-Cups, Compatible with Both Keurig Brewer 2.0 and 1.0 

I am the only coffee drinker for the most part in my house. I usually only have one cup a day so the Keurig is perfect for me. I love my Keurig but I hate how expensive k cups are and how much waste is created. My office also has a Keurig that I use quite often because the regular brewed coffee is pretty bad. I decided to try these reusable k-cups to save money. These reusable k-cups are made of thick plastic and the lids close very nicely. The mesh is very fine, which is great because I have no grounds in my coffee. The Keurig 2.0 at my office that I was using actual k-cups was leaving grounds in my coffee. I used my Kona blend coffee in this reusable k-cup and my coffee was nice and strong like I like it, no grounds and no plastic flavor. I don't think I will be going back to prepacked k-cups with these. I can use these at home and at work. I received this item in exchange for my honest review.

Friday, December 25, 2015

K-CARAFE 2.0 Reusable Filter and K-CUP 2.0 Single

K-CARAFE 2.0 Reusable Filter and K-CUP 2.0 Single


We have Keurig 2.0 at work and these reusable filters works out perfectly. I can put my  favorite ground coffee in to save some money. It fit perfectly in my offices Keurig. I ended up giving this to of my coworkers bought  who some kcups that were not compatible with the 2.0 and she was able to put the grounds in one of these reusable filters. I received this item in exchange for my honest review.

Omega-3 Fish Oil Replacement Gummies


Omega-3 Fish Oil Replacement Gummies



Nutrabear's Omega- 3 Gummies  are a fish oil replacement that is 100% vegan/vegetarian. This bottle of Omega 3 Gummies contains 120 gummies. I've have had a hard time taking Omega 3 because of the fishy taste or after taste that is usually associated with this kind of supplement. I absolutely hate the burping that usually comes after taking Omega-3 supplements, it's a terrible fishy flavor. The orange flavor intrigued me about these Gummies. The first thing I noticed about these are they have a really strong odor and i think it's pretty unpleasant. If you have a problem with smells, this may not be for you.  If you can get past the unpleasant smell, the gummies themselves taste okay. They aren't great but I get them down. They are citrus flavored and are shaped like little fish. No weird aftertaste. Directions state to take 2 a day. I received this product in exchange for my honest review.

Thursday, December 24, 2015

Zim's Max Freeze

Zim's Max Freeze 

 Zim's Max Freeze works great for aches and pains. I suffer back pain and this works very good for me. It absorbs quickly and gives a nice cooling relief. Doesn't smell great but not as strong as Icy Hot. A little goes a long way. Zim's Max Freeze is an organic product which is made of Ilex& aloe, arnica, vitamin e and tea tree oil.  This product is Paraben and sulfate free. I received this product in exchange for my honest feedback.
US Art Supply - 100 Mega Count Washable Marker Set
US Art Supply set of 100 markers, which is actually 2 set of 50. This set comes with 2 of every of every color which is great if you have more than one child that wants to color. Also nice if lids get left off or if one runs out. A nice plastic case with snaps and has a handle for easy carrying holds this set of markers. The tips on these are fine tips. The colors are very vibrant and do not bleed thru thicker paper, some bleed thru with thinner coloring book paper. This would be a nice set for kids or adults I am actually keeping these for myself, I want to get some Adult coloring books and I think these would work great. I received this set in exchange for my honest review.

Theratree Foot Soak

Theratree Foot Soak

Therapeutic foot soak by Theratree is a blend of Epson Salt, MSM, & Trace Mineral Rich Salts from the Dead Sea and Himalayas.  This is great for soaking tired sore feet after a long day of standing.  It also helps with itchy feet and any type of odor caused by bacteria. This is a very soothing foot soak.  I received this item in exchange for my honest review. 

Ultra Fine Mesh Stainless Steel Strainer and Nut Bag

Ultra Fine Mesh 8" Stainless Steel Strainer and Nut Bag

This is a very nice  ultra fine mesh strainer, that comes with a Nut Milk bag as well. The strainer is stainless steel with a nice long handle that is heat resistant. It has superfine mesh which means less food waste. I'll be using this mostly for draining pasta and sifting flower. I may give a try making soy milk with the nut milk bag, I love fresh soy milk. This is a nice quality product. I received this product in exchange for my honest review.

Monday, December 21, 2015

Stainless Steel with Silicon Tip Tongs by DEMLY

Stainless Steel with Silicon Tip Tongs by Demly


It's pretty silly but I get pretty excited about new kitchen tools.  I love kitchen tongs because of the versatility.  My new tongs by Demly are  made of stainless steel and have silicone grips and tips. The silicone on the side of the tongs make them very easy to hold so they will not slip out of your hand. There's also a loop at the end, so you can hang them on a hook if you'd like. Also pull on the ring and lock the tongs together. The tips are are safe up to 480 degrees. Perfect to use when cooking. I especially like them when turning my chicken or steak in the oven. Also great to use for serving. I think my kids are less messy when using tongs instead of larger serving utensils. There is also a lifetime guarantee.I received this product in exchange my for honest review. 

Sunday, December 20, 2015

Embark Power Plus 3 in 1 (Mobile Charger, Jump Starter, LED Flashlight)

Embark Power Plus 3 in 1 (Mobile Charger, Jump Starter, LED Flashlight)


This Embark Power Pack is something that would be nice for everyone to have in their glove box. This in 3 in one product. It has a mobile charger that you can charge your phone or tablet, a Jump starter, and a flashlight. 

 The unit has a window on front with lighted display that shows how much power the power bank has. The window shows if you are charging in or out.
  It works great charging up my phone and my tablet. I have had some power banks that seemed to charge slowly, this was just like plugging my phone into an actual outlet. It comes with jumper cables which can be attached to the power bank. The cables are not very long, but should be good enough to get your car started. The cable is also spark free. I have not had to use the jumper cables yet, but based on some of the other reviews I've read it can be a lifesaver. The flash light has 3 modes, high beam, sos and strobe. This came with a small fabric carrying case. I'll be using Embark is offering a promo of $59.99 + free shipping with code: 
EPGIFT2015, which is good until Jan 1, 2016. I received this item at a discounted price in exchange for my honest review.
this mostly for my phone I believe and plan on carrying it in my purse, but leaving the jumper cables in my car. There is perfect in case of emergencies, phone and car will always have access to a charge. This would make a great gift.

Silicone Baking Set

Silicone Baking Set 

 This set by Bonjour Cusine include two silicone baking sheets and a small spatula. This is the first time I have used baking mats, and I was surprised how much I like them. They didn't cover my cooking sheet completely, I improvised and
just used the area that the mat covered. I tried the mat with cookies. I did not have any problems with the cookies sticking to the sheet nor had any problems with scorching. The mat was easy to clean up with soap and water and I let it air dry. I really like the ease of clean up. Small spatula is made of silicone as well, great for not scratching up your pans. I recommend this set to anyone who does not like "extra" clean up. No oil or grease needed to prevent nonstick. I received this item in exchange for my honest review. 

Saturday, December 19, 2015

Backseat Car Organizer + Car Visor Organizer

Backseat Car Organizer + Car Visor Organizer

Fancy Mobility's  backseat and car visor Organizer is great for anyone with kids, small or big.  You don't want to know how many times I'm looking for paper or a pen in my car and am digging in the glove box and between the seat compartment.  The car visor organizer is the perfect spot for me to keep some pens, a small pad of paper, and some tissue.  It attaches easily and is secure.  The backseat car organizer is perfect to store toys.  It has large pockets an stores a lot of stuff.  It is also great for protecting the back of the seat from kicking feet.  I received this item in exchange for my honest review.