Reviews by PaulaZ

PaulaZ says "Good toaster oven, good price" about Hamilton Beach Toaster - Black Toastation Toaster Oven

PaulaZ — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 02:35:34 GMT

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PaulaZ says "Takes up precious counter space" about Keurig 5060 K-Cup Carousel

PaulaZ — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 03:49:30 GMT

I though I was going to really like this K-cup carousel but it just takes up too much precious counter space. I like that I can have a variety of k-cups at my fingertips, but to keep it out on the counter at all times is a wasted of space, especially since my counters are small and my Keurig is big. The only time I really use this anymore is when I have company over and I want them to be able to peruse the coffee selection and make their choice. It makes the novelty of the coffee and tea selection and the Keurig itself that much more fun. But it really is not used very often....

PaulaZ says "Daybreak coffee helps me start my morning off right. " about Keurig Daybreak Coffee Single Serving K - Cup - 108 count

PaulaZ — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 03:49:29 GMT

I've been drinking Daybreak Coffee for a few years now. Since I got my first Keurig in 2009. And this is my go-to coffee. It's on the mild side, but not weak. Just a good coffee flavor that's not overly strong or bitter and very smooth....

PaulaZ says "Love this coffee maker" about Keurig B60 Single K-Cup Brewer

PaulaZ — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 05:32:09 GMT

I bought this a few months ago and really like it. I love that it has a reservoir on the side so I don't have to fill it up with every cup and that it makes either 6, 8, or 10 ounces of coffee, not just one size. K-cups are expensive but I only drink one cup per day so it averages out to a cost savings for me in the long run as I'm not throwing coffee away.

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PaulaZ says "Fell right off my face!" about CoverGirl Smoky Shadow Blast Eye Shadow

PaulaZ — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 04:06:16 GMT

This product was a huge disappointment to me. It was a bit more difficult to apply and blend than I had hoped but I managed to achieve a pretty nice look after playing with it for a bit.

Unfortunately the eyeshadow completely disappeared after only 2-3 hours and looked like I hadn't applied any eyeshadow at all. I even used an eyelid primer the second time I tried it but that didn't help at all. I also don't like that the product is shimmery. Doesn't look good on anyone older than 14.

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PaulaZ says "The perfect cup of hazelnut" about Keurig Gloria Jean's Hazelnut Caffeinated Coffee for Keurig Brewing Systems - 108 K-Cups

PaulaZ — Fri, 28 May 2010 05:05:29 GMT

In the year I've owned my Keurig Mini, this is the type of coffee k-cup I've bought most often. I love coffee with hazelnut creamer but having the hazelnut already in the coffee means that I have to use less creamer which is a good thing. This coffee tastes rich and nutty and the k-cups are super convenient.

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PaulaZ says "I'm super cool!" about Honeywell Turbo Table Air Circulator Ht900

PaulaZ — Thu, 27 May 2010 21:13:13 GMT

It been unseasonably hot here in Michigan this week so I picked up this fan for my home office to beat the heat. It's reasonably priced, really light weight, not very large at all, but it moves around an awesome amount of air. Right now it's sitting about 8 feet from me on low speed and it's keeping me nice and cool. Even when I crank it up to medium or high, it's not very loud either.

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PaulaZ says "Great alternative to bottled water" about Brita Water Filtration System, Pitcher , 1 system

PaulaZ — Fri, 30 Apr 2010 04:10:01 GMT

I've had this Brita Grand Pitcher for a few months now and am really happy with it. The filter is easy to change out and there's a great little display on top that keeps track of how long the filter has been in use and when it needs to be changed. The pitcher was a bit pricey but it's still cheaper than buying and carrying big boxes of bottled water and much better for the environment. The water tastes clean and fresh after being filtered as well. Really glad I got it.

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PaulaZ says "Makes it safe to have candles in my home" about Candle Warmers Candle Warmer Candle Warmer, Original, 1 candle warmer

PaulaZ — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 17:18:33 GMT

I used to love burning candles at home but since I had kids and got a dog I don't do it very often as I'm worried about fires and kids and pets getting burned. So now I use this candle warmer and it allows me to enjoy the scent of fragranced candles without the open flame.

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PaulaZ says "This looks so pretty in my home" about Essential Home Triple Tea light Glass Candle Holder

PaulaZ — Mon, 26 Apr 2010 17:18:31 GMT

I have a few of these that I light when I do yoga at home. They look really pretty when I have them all lit. Very nice glow and great price too.

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PaulaZ says "Super soft and great quality" about Jaclyn Smith Traditions Damask Stripe 400 Thread Count Sheet Set With Bonus Pillowcases

PaulaZ — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:05:00 GMT

I bought these sheets a few months ago and really love them. I was surprised at the quality from the minute I pulled them out of the bag. They washed well, have held up well, fit my bed perfectly, and they just keep getting softer every time I wash them. I can't believe I got such great sheets for such a low price!

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PaulaZ says "I was skeptical but this is good stuff" about Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser

PaulaZ — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 22:28:50 GMT

I have been struggling for most of my life to keep my acne-prone skin clear and have been to numerous dermatologists and have tried nearly every acne product on the market.

Last fall I went to a new dermatologist who asked me to stop using harsh cleansers and treatments on my skin and suggested I use Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser. Well I was totally skeptical that something so gentle would work on the skin issues I have, but I had faith in her medical opinion and gave it a try. I've been using this cleanser in conjuction with Retin-A and another prescription medication, but it's totally doing it's job. I don't feel totally dried out and irritated after using it and my skin is clear.

Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser is very gentle and effective but oddly it's a little harsh on the tender areas of my skin where I may have used a bit too much Retin-A or if I've got a sunburn. And it doesn't smell really great either, but it's working for me so I'm sticking with it.

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PaulaZ says "Fun way to organize my coffee" about Keurig 27 K-Cup Carousel

PaulaZ — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:53:22 GMT

I love my Keurig and the ability to have a different flavor of coffee everyday but had lots of boxes of coffee in my pantry so I wasn't using it as often as I could have. Then I got this coffee carousel and was able to put a few of each flavor in the carousel and keep it out on the counter. It's helped me stay more organized and less likely to go out for coffee. Guests like spinning it and picking out their coffee as well.

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PaulaZ says "Yankee Candle's Juicy Orange is a disappointment" about Yankee Candle Juicy Orange 14.5 oz Housewarmer Jar Candle

PaulaZ — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 13:05:24 GMT

I loved the scent of this candle when I sniffed it in the store but it turned out to be very disappointing when I got it home and burned it. Most Yankee Candles are very fragrant and fill my whole house with their scent but this one hardly smelled at all.

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PaulaZ says "I took it back" about HoMedics SS-5010 SoundSpa Premier AM/FM Clock

PaulaZ — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 18:22:08 GMT

I really liked the look of this clock and that it has nature sounds but I ended up taking it back as the cool design turned out to be a huge detriment to the clock's function. The buttons on the front are stiff so when you push them hard, the whole clock gets pushed over. There are buttons on the back too so if you try to hold the back of the clock with your fingers and push the buttons on the front with your thumb, you're going to end up pushing buttons on the back too and mess up all your settings. Plus the display is super bright. Too bright.

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PaulaZ says "Great little clock" about HoMedics SoundSpa Classic Model SS-4500

PaulaZ — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 17:25:15 GMT

My alarm clock recently stopped working so I bought this clock to replace it. I really like the nature sounds and being able to set the timer for 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes so it automatically turns off. It's nice to be able to wake up to the nature sounds, radio, or a beeping sound. It also projects the time onto the ceiling or wall so you don't have to sit up to see what time it is. Just open your eyes and look up or over and it's there.

Even though I like it a lot, I do have a few complaints. The time display is kind of bright, the radio tuner is hard to see what station is set, and the clock has a somewhat large footprint.

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PaulaZ says "Awesome towels" about Quick Dry Egyptian Cotton Bath Towel

PaulaZ — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:43:41 GMT

I was at Kmart a few weeks ago and saw these thick, fluffy towels and had to buy a few. They are super soft, thick, and fluffy and feel so good on my skin. They are the nicest towels I've ever used and the price is very reasonable. They really do absorb water quickly. They also hold up really nice in the washer and dryer. All around a great towel for a good price.

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PaulaZ says "Debbie Meyer Green Bags - Didn't do much for my produce." about Debbie Meyer Green Bags

PaulaZ — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 16:53:34 GMT

I don't buy tons of produce but when I do, I want it to last. I especially dislike when I buy strawberries and they start to mold the next day. I want them to last at least 2 - 3 days so I picked up a package of Debbie Meyer Green Bags over the summer to see if I could extend the life of those berries and other produce.

Well they didn't seem to make any difference. I used as directed but the life of my strawberries didn't seem to be extended at all nor was my other produce (lettuce, broccoli, tomatoes). I gave them several tries but they just didn't work for me.

I didn't throw the bags out though and have found other useful alternatives. For example, I pack a few when I go on vacation to bring home dirty clothes and damp swim suits. And my husband is currently using a Debbie Meyer Green Bag and a rubberband to protect the cast on his arm when he takes a shower. It's just the right size for that.

So we are getting use out of our Green Bags, just not the use we had intended.

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PaulaZ says "Love my Keurig. I can finally make GOOD coffee at home." about Keurig Single-Cup Home Brewing System

PaulaZ — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 04:41:40 GMT

I've always had trouble making good coffee at home. For some reason it just tastes gross no matter what coffee or coffee maker I used so I would just go out and buy it at a coffee shop or gas station.

The Keurig has alwas intrigued me but I figured it would be like all the other coffee makers out there and the coffee would be gross. Until my office got a Keurig and I tried it and fell in love with it. So I picked up a Keurig of my own and can now finally make good coffee at home. My husband even likes it and he's a huge coffee snob.

We frequently use the My K-Cup with coffee we buy at the grocery store but also use the pre-made K-Cups as well and they're very good. I'm really pleased with my Keurig and I'm so glad I decided to give it a try. I don't need another coffee maker ever again.

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PaulaZ says "OPI is the best nail polish!" about OPI Nail Lacquer

PaulaZ — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 04:01:09 GMT

I don't buy nail polish often but when I do it's almost always a color from OPI. They come out with whole new collections that have really clever names that amuse me. But it's the quality of the product that keeps me coming back.

The consistency is really nice and just thick enough that you can get away with just one coat but not so thick that it's hard to apply. It does sometimes thicken in the bottle if I keep it around too long but it never separates or turns funky colors like cheaper brands do.

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