Review: Westcott Blunt Scissors for Kids

PRODUCT
Westcott Blunt Kids Plastic Handles
with Microban Anti-Microbial Product Protection
5-Inch

SOURCE
Amazon Vine
*I received this product free of charge in exchange for an honest review*

DESCRIPTION
From Amazon

Handles feature Microban product protection. Handles infused with Microban protection to inhibit the growth of bacterial odors. 5 Inch blunt scissors are most suitable for ages 5+; 5 Inch pointed scissors are most suitable for ages 6+. Safety Blades. Assorted Colors.

• Microban antimicrobial product protection
• Stainless steel blades
• Plastic handle and finger rest for added comfort
• Limited 10-Year Warranty
• Perfect for cutting projects, in the classroom or at home

MY REVIEW

My daughter loves to make crafts, but she is always complaining about heavy regular scissors are for her age. She is 9 and can handle them better than when she was a little younger, but she still has some problems with the weight of adult scissors and the length of the blades.  With these scissors, she had an easier time cutting out things for craft projects. Cutting circles was easier with the 5 inch blades and this helped her cut on the lines easier as well.

The only thing that we didn't like was that they tended to stick occasionally. Sometimes they were a little harder to open up and even doing this mid cutting at times.  It could be a defect in this pair of scissors, or it could be something in all of them. That would be a chance you would have to take.

MY RATING
4/5 Stars

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Review: Quartet Magnetic Notepad

PRODUCT
Quartet Magnetic Notepad

SOURCE
Amazon Vine
*I received this product free of charge in exchange for an honest review*

DESCRIPTION
From Amazon
Hang this magnetic notepad in your locker, on your fridge, or any metal surface you see on a daily basis. At 3" x 8 1/2" it fits just about anywhere and it perfect for jotting down notes throughout the day. Three pre-printed headers help you organize your tasks. Each easy to tear away sheet is lined to keep your handwriting aligned. Paper is white, top binding is pink.

MY REVIEW

I am a list maker.
There. I admit it.  I have paper all over my house with lists for anything and everything written on them.  I even use the back of receipts.  I was tired of losing my lists when they would get misplaced or set aside. The family was always reminding me we were out of something and needed to add it to my "Buy List" but then it would get buried under other things.  So when this came in the mail, I was excited to stick it on the fridge door and have one main place for my lists.

This features a TO DO section, a TO REMEMBER section, and a TO BUY section. Whenever there is a school function or appointment that needs to be remembered, we put it on the list.  Now the kids seem to put it on the To Remember section when they want me to take them somewhere fun, but I use that section as a little message center for the day and usually include an "I Love You" on there.  In the To Buy section is where we write what we are out of or close to running out of for the biweekly trips to replenish items.

The magnetic strip that holds it to the fridge was pretty strong and I never had a problem with it falling off when the doors were opened or shut.

Overall, this is a great item to add to your command center at home, or even for a locker at school for kids to just write random reminders on for homework.

MY RATING
5/5 Stars

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Review: Degree Motion Sense Anti-Perspirant Deodorant - Tropical Rush

PRODUCT
Degree Motion Sense Anti-Perspirant Deodorant
Scent: Tropical Rush
Size: 2.6 Ounce

SOURCE
Amazon Vine
I Received this product free of charge in exchange for an honest review

DESCRIPTION
Do more with motion sense, a new technology that responds directly to your body movement, the more you move, the more it protects. With motion sense technology.

With motion sense technology

48 hour protection

Motion activated freshness

MY REVIEW
Let's start with the basics.
Scent -- Nice smell and not overwhelming to the senses.
Texture -- Glided on smoothly with minimal flaking
Sweat Protection -- Much better than expected.  I wasn't convinced at first that it could do any better than some other brand, but it did do much better than the brand I was using previously.
Odor Protection -- Yes! This does help in preventing body odor from sweating.  Much better than my previous brand.
Stain Protection -- Did not leave a single stain in my shirts.  Not only did it prevent sweat stains in my shirt, but no deodorant marks left either.

Overall, a better choice than my previous brand. I would recommend this one!

RATING
5/5 Stars

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Review: Austrian Crystal Heart Pendant Necklace

PRODUCT
Austrian Crystal Heart Pendant Necklace
by Francois et Mimi
18 inches

SOURCE
Amazon Vine
I received this product free of charge in exchange for an honest review

DESCRIPTION
Made with Swarovski Elements, but NOT Swarovski Branded Jewelery
Pendant measures approx. 26mm by 23mm
Chain measures 18" (Including 2" Extension)
Comes in original Francois et Mimi gift box

MY REVIEW
When I saw this necklace, I knew I wanted it for my daughter.  Not only is it the color of her birthstone, but it looked beautiful with the design.  The item arrived in a sturdy jewelry box which was a plus!  Usually when you purchase jewelry online from Amazon, it comes in a plastic bag of some sort. The box it comes in also has a heart pad inside to protect it and make it stunning in display for perfect gift giving.

The chain is the perfect length and the overall sparkle and design is gorgeous.  While the color of the blue stone is not as vibrant as the one in the photo, it still has the shine and detail.  The chain is a little weak in my opinion and will probably end up breaking fairly easy.  I would suggest having a backup chain just in case.

This would be perfect for a teen birthday, a small token gift for the teacher at holidays, or just as a special piece for Sunday dinners.  Overall, a great piece that isn't too flashy or expensive.

MY RATING
4/5

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Review: CoverGirl 230 Ink It By Perfect Point Plus Eyeliner

PRODUCT
CoverGirl 230 Ink It By Perfect Point Plus Eyeliner
Black Ink
0.006 Ounce

SOURCE
Amazon Vine
I received this product free of charge in exchange for an honest review

DESCRIPTION
Vibrant high impact color glides on smoothly with pen-like precision for intense eye looks that last all day. Crease and fade resistant. Self-sharpening pencil. Water-proof.

Get inked — without the commitment! Ink It! by PerfectPoint eyeliner glides on smoothly and easily and doesn’t skip, drag, or pull. Our bright, bold shades last all day long. Mix and match with blendable, buildable products from our new Flamed Out Collection to create the blazing hot looks you crave.

Bright, bold colors for new looks

Lasts all day long – no smudging or creasing

Expert precision application

MY REVIEW
First of all, Cover Girl is my usual go-to brand of make-up.  It is affordable, reliable, and usually has great variety.  When this new eyeliner became available, I was so excited. I am a huge fan of eyeliner.  They can be used in so many ways to create such drama and spark to your eyes.  Even if I don't want to pull out all the make-up, I at least wear eyeliner and/or mascara.

I loved how the eyeliner glided on so easy.  I have seen others comment on this product stating that it skipped or dragged, but I never had this problem.  What I did find out was that it smeared very easily. If you barely touched it or shed one small tear, this stuff was smearing all over the place.  It wasn't long before this eyeliner gave the raccoon eyes that you usually get with mascara.  Even though it smeared easy, it was hard to get off with makeup remover!  Instead of being easy to just wash or wipe off, it just continued to smear everywhere. It was a mess and time consuming!

While I am still a huge fan of Cover Girl cosmetics, I wasn't a fan of this product.  Give it a pass and find a different eyeliner to use.

MY RATING
2/5 Stars

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Review: Sony Cyber-Shot 7.2MP Digital Camera

PRODUCT
Sony Cyber-Shot 7.2 MP Digital Camera

SOURCE
Personal Purchase

DESCRIPTION
(From Amazon)

In silver, black, pink, or light blue, the DSC-W55 is a stand-out choice for style-conscious start-out or step-up camera customers who appreciate real value and advanced technology. 7.2 MP imaging, Carl Zeiss 3x optical zoom lens and high sensitivity combine to capture clear, high-detail images even in low light--and with up to 380-shot2 Stamina battery power, 56 MB internal memory capacity and large 2.5-inch LCD screen, the DSC-W55 is ideal for family memories at home or on the road.

MY REVIEW

When it comes to cameras, I want something easy to use but gives me a clear photo.  I don't want to mess with the fancy settings or have to take a photography class just to be able to capture clear and great photos of my family.  I had heard wonderful things about the Sony Cyber-Shot. After using the Cyber-Shot I can honestly say that I am in love with this camera.

The camera comes in silver, black, pink or light blue.  Of course I chose the pink but only because purple was not an option.   The camera is easy to use and can switch settings with the turn of dial. It features movie setting, automatic setting, twilight setting, landscape setting and many more. It also features the view finder or a digital screen for viewing.  It is powered with a rechargeable battery with loading dock for it to recharge and connection cables for easy downloading of photos to your computer.

If you are looking for a new camera that is easy to use but gives you bang for your buck, then Sony Cyber-Shot is worth looking into and adding to your list!

MY RATING
5/5 Stars

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Review: Metal Wine Cork Holder

PRODUCT
Metal Wine Cork Holder
Grape Motif - Black

SOURCE
Amazon Vine
I received this product free of charge in exchange for an honest review

DESCRIPTION
From Amazon
Each bottle of wine is another memory. This uniquely designed holder provides a fun and innovative way to display your wine corks.

MY REVIEW
I have been wanting a cork holder for quite a while now.  I save the corks from my wine bottles to make crafts with and they were sitting around in a plastic bag on my counter. Not very stylish, but it did keep them out of the way with easy access when the wine bottle got to the last drop.  I also have been wanting to change up the decor in my kitchen and start with something new.  This cork holder gave me the inspiration for the new theme while giving a stylish and appropriate home for those corks.

The cork holder itself is made quite sturdy.  It is lightweight but strong enough in the wire framework to prevent warping and bends.  I also like how the bottom of the cup part has the perfect wire spaces to keep the cork from falling through.

The only drawback I had with it was the size.  It isn't as big as I thought it would be and it doesn't hold as many corks as others do. While the price is in the relatively fair zone, it should still be a little bigger. I would recommend it for the casual wine enthusiast or for smaller scaled kitchen decor.

MY RATING
4/5 Stars

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