gypsigyrl
Member Since: July 8, 2015Reviews
AnthroDesk LED and Natural Desk Lamp
This is an amazing desktop lamp I bought on Amazon.ca. I love it because there is a touch control that allows you to change between the usual LED mode (which I find to be a harsher light) and a "Natural" mode, with a much softer light. It also has... +
This is an amazing desktop lamp I bought on Amazon.ca. I love it because there is a touch control that allows you to change between the usual LED mode (which I find to be a harsher light) and a "Natural" mode, with a much softer light. It also has a USB charging port right on the lamp itself, close to the base, allowing my kids to charge their devices easily while at the desk doing homework.
The light itself has a heavy base and the light stays in the position you place it in, which is important having a couple of teenagers and a large dog in the house. I hope that the bulbs last the 40,000 hours that they are supposed to last, as I believe that the plastic housing and base of the lamp is strong and durable. I also like that it can easily be folded down to a smaller size if I need it backed into the corner for awhile. Another bonus is that the cord is longer then many other desk lamps I have had in the past. We had this light on most of last evening so see if it emitted any amount of heat, and I am happy to say that there were no issues with that.
I bought this desk lamp at a discounted price in return for my honest opinion and review, however, all the above observations are my own opinion and based on my own experiences with the lamp. Highly recommended product!
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Scotch Essentials Secret Safety Pins
I just found these at my local Dollarama, so that may mean that they have been discontinued. Just in case, after buying the first pack for $2 and checking them out, I went back and bought the other 5 packs they had there. I wish I had discovered... +
I just found these at my local Dollarama, so that may mean that they have been discontinued. Just in case, after buying the first pack for $2 and checking them out, I went back and bought the other 5 packs they had there. I wish I had discovered them before! They are strong, the black & white color is far more attractive then the usual colors available in safety pins, and they come in their own neat little metal container. I do a lot of crafting, which is why I stock-piled them - the size and color makes them much easier to use and hide. -
VicTsing Pet Nail Grinder
I ordered this Nail Grinder as it promised to be quiet and gentle, not so much because our dog has a fear of noise, but I have a fear of accidently hurting her while trimming her nails. I will still take her to have her nails professionally trimmed... +
I ordered this Nail Grinder as it promised to be quiet and gentle, not so much because our dog has a fear of noise, but I have a fear of accidently hurting her while trimming her nails. I will still take her to have her nails professionally trimmed, but this Nail Grinder will allow me to maintain them better in between groomings without the fear of causing any pain or discomfort.
The grinder feels sturdy and is easy to hold onto, with a simple off and on switch in a perfectly logical position on the handle. It runs quietly, as promised, with a low vibration in the handle. There are three holes on the cap to allow access to the grinding wheel at different angles, meant to allow choices dependent on the size of your dog. The cap can also be removed completely, allowing you angle the grinding wheel anyway you like against the nails. Removing the cap also allows for easy cleaning of the wheel and debris build up. I think it will be sometime before I am confident in how I am using it to remove the cap and use just the wheel, so I like having the built in holes to limit how fast I can grind - at least for the moment.
Our dog seemed quite curious about it - I let her sniff it before turning it on, and although she pulled back for a moment when I turned it on, that only lasted a few seconds and she was in sniffing it again. I held it to her nail gently, then increasing the pressure, and she sat there and let me do it for about 5-6 seconds (the maximum recommended in the instruction manual). Considering she was sitting on floor with one paw held on in my hand at the time, she was perfectly content to let me use it. In truth, she was much better with it then I expected her to be.
I do not have any cons about this product at this point - the grinder is quiet and gentle as promised, easy to use with no fear of causing pain or discomfort, and a great value for the price. I received this product at a discounted price in return for my honest opinion and review, although I am in no obligated to give a positive review in return for the discount.
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EK Success Sticko Stickers
Having bought many Sticko Brand stickers before from EK Sucess, these stickers were exactly what I expected in terms of size and quality. I love the vellum finish on the stickers, making them standout from other sheets of stickers. They easily pull... +
Having bought many Sticko Brand stickers before from EK Sucess, these stickers were exactly what I expected in terms of size and quality.
I love the vellum finish on the stickers, making them standout from other sheets of stickers. They easily pull away from the backing sheet, although a little care must be taken with the smaller stickers to ensure no tears take place. Once the stickers are in place on my project, they stay firmly attached.
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How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003)
This is one of those movies I enjoyed when it first came out, and every time I come across it on TV now I stop to watch it. It may not be a true classic that i go looking for the DVD every few months, but I love the laughs and the soundtrack in it... +
This is one of those movies I enjoyed when it first came out, and every time I come across it on TV now I stop to watch it. It may not be a true classic that i go looking for the DVD every few months, but I love the laughs and the soundtrack in it - just a great, Sunday afternoon type of chick flick (and we all need these now and then). -
Arespark LED Rechargeable Bike Light Set
This is a set of USB charged lights meant for a bicycle, and the set contains a front white light and red tail light. They come with rubber clips that are easy to install, without tools, and the lights can be removed from the clips easily to use... +
This is a set of USB charged lights meant for a bicycle, and the set contains a front white light and red tail light. They come with rubber clips that are easy to install, without tools, and the lights can be removed from the clips easily to use the lights as an emergency handheld flashlight.
T he lights themselves are heavier then I expected, appearing to be very rugged and weather proof, although we have not yet had bad weather to test them out. I did splash water against it, and that had no effect on it whatsoever. The USB cords connect tightly and securely, and when the light is not connected to the cord, the USB port on the light is covered in a way that appears to be weatherproof.
The lights themselves are very bright, illuminating more and further then I expected them to. I had been thinking that they would act more like a bike reflector, especially for the price, but they cast more light then other battery operated lights I have seen. They have four different light modes, from constant to flashing, and all are very visible and effective. The charge I gave them yesterday is still holding, after several hours of constant light, then off overnight, then turned back on this morning, so I believe that the battery is strong.
Love these lights, although we will be using them as an additional light for our four wheelers instead of for cycling. There are mulitple uses for them, as they ae so easy to install, without any wiring.
Please note, I purchased these lights at a discounted price in return for my honest opinions and review, although that in no way obligates me to give a positive review.
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Becel® Buttery Taste
This was on sale at my local grocery store so I decided to try it - I'm glad I did! It truly has a more buttery taste, and after using it several times in my baking, I can say that it DEFINITELY makes a difference in the baking. As long as the... +
This was on sale at my local grocery store so I decided to try it - I'm glad I did! It truly has a more buttery taste, and after using it several times in my baking, I can say that it DEFINITELY makes a difference in the baking. As long as the price stays the same as regular Becel, I will be using this one. -
Dove® Go Fresh Cool Moisture Cucumber & Green Tea Scent Body Wash
I love the scent of this one, especially this time of year. It just smells fresh and light and summery, and leaves my skin feeling soft and summery. Love this brand, especially this scent.
I love the scent of this one, especially this time of year. It just smells fresh and light and summery, and leaves my skin feeling soft and summery. Love this brand, especially this scent. -
Art naturals rechargeable electric callus remover
I ordered the Art Naturals Electric Callus Remover after trying several similar "store brand" battery operated Callus Removers and being disappointed with the results. I liked the idea of recharging the unit instead of replacing batteries. The unit... +
I ordered the Art Naturals Electric Callus Remover after trying several similar "store brand" battery operated Callus Removers and being disappointed with the results. I liked the idea of recharging the unit instead of replacing batteries. The unit is very lightweight and comfortable in your hands, easy to grip and with a comfortable angle of use. Charging the unit does not take long (although it would be nice if the charging light were to maybe change color after the charge is complete). We have used the unit several times for over half and hour at time, set it down and come back to it the next day, happy to see that the charge has lasted that long. The heads work well on even thick, rough calluses, grinding evenly and painlessly. I was happy to discover that there are several safety features built in, as the long pant leg of my sweat pants were pulled in to the moving head - which immediately stopped all movement. Also, if you press too hard, all movement stops, so you are not in a position where the head will grind deeper then wanted.
This unit works exactly as it is supposed to - easy to use, the charge is much more convenient then changing batteries, and the head lasts quite awhile. We have used this product for about 6 operating hours now within our family, and the head is still working well. I refreshed under a little bit of running water, and it feels almost brand new. The unit also comes with a replacement head, and new heads are available through the seller.
I am still trying to locate a vendor who sells the replacement heads - the original Amazon vendor does not.
I received this product at a discount in return for my honest review of the unit, and I can honestly say that this unit fulfills all of it's promises and works even better then I expected.
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General Mills Oatmeal Crisp Almond Cereal
I love this cereal, but now that my kids have discovered the great taste, I often find the box almost empty in the cupboard. It appears to be on sale quite often in my local grocery store, so I consider it good deal. I love the taste, although I... +
I love this cereal, but now that my kids have discovered the great taste, I often find the box almost empty in the cupboard. It appears to be on sale quite often in my local grocery store, so I consider it good deal. I love the taste, although I do admit to my weakness of adding a spoonful of brown sugar to it every now and again :-) -
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