Toro 62.5" Wood Floor Lamp with Shelves

Toro 62.5" Wood Floor Lamp with Shelves & Off White Shade & 100W Energy Efficient Bulb

 My grandson did a great deal of the assembly on this - It was a very quick and easy project. The only tool needed was a phillips head screw driver. Everything else was supplied in the kit. Even the light bulb, which is a 100 watt (1500 lumens). The kit was very well packaged, materials were plainly labeled and all parts were accounted for. Fully assembled, it is a very sleek lamp. Made of dark wood. The shade is a cream colored, heavy canvas material. The top and bottom of the shade is open and is held in shape by wire support around the top and bottom. The cord is a clear rose color and it is plenty long, so an extension cord shouldn't be necessary. Lighting reach is pretty impressive. It is very well diffused if you are looking straight at the lamp, but the light from the top and bottom more than compensates for that. All in all, I have no complaints about the packaging, installation or the finished product.

Overall measurements: 63" H x 10" W x 10" L
Height between shelves: 15.5"

** Do not plug in the lamp until fully assembled. **

Assembly instructions included with the kit:
1) Attach 4 long wood legs (C) into the thick wood base (B) with 4 screws (A).
2) Attach the foot pads (M) underneath the thick wood base.
3) Attach shelf (E) and 4 long wood legs (C) with double-sided bolts (D).
4) Repeat Step 3.
5) Screw 4 double-sided bolts (D) into the 4 long wood legs (C) and tighten each double-sided bolt (D) well
6) Insert the socket (H) into the wood shelf (G) and tighten with the wing nut (F).
7) Connect 4 short wood legs (J) and wood shelf (G) with 4 double sided bolts (D).
8) Attach the wooden frame (K) onto the 4 short wood legs (J) with 4 screws (A).
9) Insert 4 wood dowels (I) into the 4 holes around the wood shelf (G) to fix the lamp shade.
10) Insert lamp shade (L) into the assembled wooden frame.
11) Use the strap (N) to fix the wire to the wooden frame.

**Do not alter the plug in any way. **
**Clean with a soft cloth only**
**Use (1) 150 watt incandescent or 42 watt CFL equivalent (not included)**

#Revel

Butter Cream Frosting to use with decorator tips

    I will be posting reviews for various cake and cookie decorating tips. I have received several sets of  regular piping tips, Russian piping tips, and Korean piping tips. They all look really great and they produce such beautiful designs. I don't know if anyone has looked them up, if not - you should. Want to see how a certain tip looks? Post a comment to let me know which one and I will post a video or at very least a picture.
    I wanted to share the Butter Cream Frosting I will be using for the videos. This is one that I like. It has an amazing flavor and holds well when using decorator tips.

• 4 cups sifted confectioners' sugar (approximately 1 lb.)
• 1/2 cup (solid) vegetable shortening
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter or margarine (softened)
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract

Use a large bowl to beat the shortening and butter with an electric mixer. Add in vanilla. Gradually add milk.

Add the sugar slowly, one cup at a time, beating well on medium speed until light and fluffy

For Pure White Icing (stiff consistency), leave out the butter. Substitute an additional 1/2 cup shortening for butter and add 1/2 teaspoon No-Color Butter Flavor. 

Cover the bowl with a damp cloth until ready to use.

Bicycle Wheel Light for Safety and Fun (Set of 2)

OuterStar Waterproof 20-LED Light String Bicycle Wheel Light for Safety and Fun (Set of 2)

    About a week ago, I  was scrolling through Facebook and came across these sweet little guys. As soon as I saw them, I knew I had to get them for my grandson. He's almost five years old and loves to ride his bike. He is always trying to fix it up and make it go faster. We set it to the solid glow mode and it makes his bike super fast, but I think the flashing mode makes him almost as fast as The Flash (not really, but they make it look like it is going faster).
   I ordered the blue lights and was so happy to see that there were 2 packages of them. The lights are a solid wire string with 20 lights evenly spaced. ! There is a tube attached that houses the 3 AA batteries. Just unscrew the top, pull out the plastic frame and add the batteries. It is easy to attach to the wheels - no tools are needed. I actually asked my son in law get my grandson's wheels ready to roll. They light up pretty bright and I'll post a video later showing them in action so you can see how cool they are. They are absolutely a novelty product. From what I see, they are worth every penny.

Makeup Brush Cleaning Glove, ESARORA Makeup Brush Cleaner Pad Set of 2 #MakeupBrushCleaningGlove

Makeup Brush Cleaning Glove, ESARORA Makeup Brush Cleaner Pad Set of 2 Cosmetic Brush Cleaning Mat Portable Washing Tool Scrubber... 

My daughter uses the makeup brush cleaning glove for her brushes. It doesn't come with the cleaner but I used hair shampoo to clean them and it worked just fine. I received a silicone glove and it has the cleaning steps directly on it. It also has a cleaning pad with a suction cup on the back to keep it stationary. Very easy to keep makeup brushes sanitized. 

#MakeupBrushCleaningGlove

RAAYA GARDEN HOSE NOZZLE sprayer Swivel wand - Heavy Duty 9 Adjustable Pattern Pistol Grip

RAAYA GARDEN HOSE NOZZLE sprayer Swivel wand - Heavy Duty 9 Adjustable Pattern Pistol Grip Back & Front Trigger, Flow Control, Ergonomic, Watering & Cleaning: Car, Lawn, Pets - Maximum Satisfaction

The RAAYA garden hose nozzle makes it so easy to use the water hose. It is a brilliant product and sturdy as well. If the water hose is shorter than you need it to be, you squeeze your finger to the end of the hose to spray further-- you don't need to do that because this one swivels out and you can spray directly from the nozzle! It came with 4 additional rings and an adapter for water bottles. Fill up a water bottle, twist on the water bottle adapter instead of the lid to transform the water bottle into a watering can. Amazing! My grandson loves to use the sprayer in the yard. It is easy for him to hold and handle is so comfortable to use. Very ergonomic.

#gtfg-20

Travel Document Organizer #SecureDox

Travel Document Organizer & Hidden Neck Wallet, BONUS Clip for Backpack & Handbag Insert, a Passport Holder for Men & Women, RFID Blocking Security, Cell Phone Pouch 

I love my new #SecureDox organizer!

It has plenty of pockets for everything you need and also zips up tightly with a Velcro enclosure to make sure it stays zipped and closed. It has a clear pocket on the front and a large pocket the length of the entire organizer bag on the back. It feels like it made of vinyl, it is water resistant and has a braided carrying strap/rope. It also has a plastic clip to secure it to your purse, belt loop, suitcase or where you want it to be clipped. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ZMD4K6K

Cocktail Shaker Set - Professional Bartender Kit in a Luxury Bag

Find it on Amazon: Cocktail Shaker Set - Professional Bartender Kit in a Luxury Bag: Martini Bar Shaker,Jigger,2 Liquor Pourers & ebook : 100 Cocktail Drinks Recipes on all the Barware Tools by SHIKSHOOK.

What a gorgeous set! It includes a 25 oz stainless steel cocktail shaker with a built in strainer, a double jigger (1/2 ounce and 1 ounce), 2 alcohol pourers, a velvet bag large enough to store the cocktail shaker, and a PDF of 100 cocktail recipes. I don't know what i'm more impressed with -- how amazing the shaker is or the awesome ebook. Each page of the ebook gives you step by step detail in order to perfect your favorite drink. I'm definitely pleased to have this set for my home bar.

#SHISHOOK

New York Biology Anti Cellulite Massage Oil

Anti Cellulite Treatment Massage Oil with All Natural Ingredients - Penetrates Skin More Effective Than Cellulite Cream - Targets Unwanted Fat Tissues

  I could feel a difference the first time I used it. New York Biology Anti Cellulite massage oil comes in an 8 oz bottle with a convenient pump dispenser. It is meant to be used after a shower, while your skin is damp and massage it in. You can use it on dry skin, but it will only coat the skin and that isn't going to give the desired effect. The first time I massaged it in my skin, I felt it start to work - To test it, I used it on only 1 leg to make sure it was real. I wanted to make sure i wasn't feeling it work because I wanted it to. I definitely felt it warm, tingle and tighten. It contains grapeseed oil eucalyptus oil, lemon oil, and grapefruit oil. The combination is a fragrant citrus massage oil. I received this item at a discount in exchange for an honest and unbiased review. #NewYorkBiology #AntiCellulite

New York Biology Essential Oils - Peppermint

Tea Tree Oil 45% terpenin-4-ol (Australia)- 100% Pure &Natural - Triple Extra Quality Tea Tree Essential Oil - 1 Oz

Peppermint Essential Oil (10% Mentha Furan) - 100% Pure & Natural - Triple Extra Quality Peppermint Oil - 1 fl oz

Lavender Essential Oil (Kashmir) - 100% Pure & Natural - Triple Extra Quality Lavender Oil Linalool 31%, Linalyl Acetate 34%, 1 fl oz

    I received the 1 oz bottles of 100% pure and natural Tea Tree oil, Lavender oil, and Peppermint oil  from New York Biology. They all came with the little dropper for easier use. Tea Tree oil works great for what I needed, which was to ward off fleas and mosquitos.

   Essential oils are great for many things – I used the New York Biology tea tree oil to prevent flea bites and keep mosquitos away by adding a few drops to a small spray bottle with some water and spritzing on my ankles, legs and arms. I also add a little bit to my shampoo. I researched other uses and it can be mixed with warm water and gargled for fresh breath and also sore throat. Add to a steamer to help clear sinuses.  Add with baking soda to a container you can shake out and sprinkle on carpet for a DIY carpet freshener.

  Lavender is one of the best smelling essential oils, in my opinion. I was thrilled when I received my New York Biology 100% pure and natural Lavender essential oil. (Kashmir) . Lavender scented bath bombs were at the top of my list to things to do with it. Toss them in the bath before bedtime for a relaxing night’s sleep.

  I love making new recipes with my essential oils. I love that the Peppermint oil smells like candy canes - Reminds me of Christmas. I received my New York Biology 100% pure & natural peppermint oil just in time. I had a really bad headache today and since peppermint oil is associated to help with headaches, I decided to try out a balm. It worked like a charm. Only took about a half hour for it to go away completely. I mixed about 2 tsp of coconut oil with a couple drops of peppermint oil and rubbed it on my hands. Cup your hands together and let the peppermint oil do its work.

 

Concocting a headache balm using 

2 drops of peppermint oil and 2 tsp coconut oil

  Another wonderful piece of information learned was how to remove a splinter easily with tea tree oil.  My grandson is an outdoor kid. He loves to play around with stuff he finds outside and right now, using boards to make ramps is his favorite trick. With boards comes splinters.

To remove them easily, and as painlessly as possible, you will need the following:

2-3 drops of New York Biology Tea Tree Oil

1-2 tsp coconut oil (vegetable oil will also work – any carrier oil or liquid neutral oil)

2 tbsp Epsom Salt

Bowl of warm water

   Add the tea tree oil, coconut oil, and Epsom salt to the bowl of warm water and soak your finger for about 7-10 minutes. Just enough to soften up the skin. Apply pressure just below the splinter to work it out. When you see the splinter protrude, use a pair of tweezers to grab it out making sure to be careful and not break it off.  I received this bottle of tea tree oil at a discount in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

#NewYorkBiology

#TeaTree
#Lavender
#Peppermint

#EssentialOil

#TopQuality

New York Biology Essential Oils - Lavender

Tea Tree Oil 45% terpenin-4-ol (Australia)- 100% Pure &Natural - Triple Extra Quality Tea Tree Essential Oil - 1 Oz

Peppermint Essential Oil (10% Mentha Furan) - 100% Pure & Natural - Triple Extra Quality Peppermint Oil - 1 fl oz

Lavender Essential Oil (Kashmir) - 100% Pure & Natural - Triple Extra Quality Lavender Oil Linalool 31%, Linalyl Acetate 34%, 1 fl oz

    I received the 1 oz bottles of 100% pure and natural Tea Tree oil, Lavender oil, and Peppermint oil  from New York Biology. They all came with the little dropper for easier use. Tea Tree oil works great for what I needed, which was to ward off fleas and mosquitos.

   Essential oils are great for many things – I used the New York Biology tea tree oil to prevent flea bites and keep mosquitos away by adding a few drops to a small spray bottle with some water and spritzing on my ankles, legs and arms. I also add a little bit to my shampoo. I researched other uses and it can be mixed with warm water and gargled for fresh breath and also sore throat. Add to a steamer to help clear sinuses.  Add with baking soda to a container you can shake out and sprinkle on carpet for a DIY carpet freshener.

  Lavender is one of the best smelling essential oils, in my opinion. I was thrilled when I received my New York Biology 100% pure and natural Lavender essential oil. (Kashmir) . Lavender scented bath bombs were at the top of my list to things to do with it. Toss them in the bath before bedtime for a relaxing night’s sleep.

  I love making new recipes with my essential oils. I love that the Peppermint oil smells like candy canes - Reminds me of Christmas. I received my New York Biology 100% pure & natural peppermint oil just in time. I had a really bad headache today and since peppermint oil is associated to help with headaches, I decided to try out a balm. It worked like a charm. Only took about a half hour for it to go away completely. I mixed about 2 tsp of coconut oil with a couple drops of peppermint oil and rubbed it on my hands. Cup your hands together and let the peppermint oil do its work.

 

Concocting a headache balm using 

2 drops of peppermint oil and 2 tsp coconut oil

  Another wonderful piece of information learned was how to remove a splinter easily with tea tree oil.  My grandson is an outdoor kid. He loves to play around with stuff he finds outside and right now, using boards to make ramps is his favorite trick. With boards comes splinters.

To remove them easily, and as painlessly as possible, you will need the following:

2-3 drops of New York Biology Tea Tree Oil

1-2 tsp coconut oil (vegetable oil will also work – any carrier oil or liquid neutral oil)

2 tbsp Epsom Salt

Bowl of warm water

   Add the tea tree oil, coconut oil, and Epsom salt to the bowl of warm water and soak your finger for about 7-10 minutes. Just enough to soften up the skin. Apply pressure just below the splinter to work it out. When you see the splinter protrude, use a pair of tweezers to grab it out making sure to be careful and not break it off.  I received this bottle of tea tree oil at a discount in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

#NewYorkBiology

#TeaTree
#Lavender
#Peppermint

#EssentialOil

#TopQuality

New York Biology Essential Oils - Tea Tree Oil

Tea Tree Oil 45% terpenin-4-ol (Australia)- 100% Pure &Natural - Triple Extra Quality Tea Tree Essential Oil - 1 Oz

Peppermint Essential Oil (10% Mentha Furan) - 100% Pure & Natural - Triple Extra Quality Peppermint Oil - 1 fl oz

Lavender Essential Oil (Kashmir) - 100% Pure & Natural - Triple Extra Quality Lavender Oil Linalool 31%, Linalyl Acetate 34%, 1 fl oz

    I received the 1 oz bottles of 100% pure and natural Tea Tree oil, Lavender oil, and Peppermint oil  from New York Biology. They all came with the little dropper for easier use. Tea Tree oil works great for what I needed, which was to ward off fleas and mosquitos.

   Essential oils are great for many things – I used the New York Biology tea tree oil to prevent flea bites and keep mosquitos away by adding a few drops to a small spray bottle with some water and spritzing on my ankles, legs and arms. I also add a little bit to my shampoo. I researched other uses and it can be mixed with warm water and gargled for fresh breath and also sore throat. Add to a steamer to help clear sinuses.  Add with baking soda to a container you can shake out and sprinkle on carpet for a DIY carpet freshener.

  Lavender is one of the best smelling essential oils, in my opinion. I was thrilled when I received my New York Biology 100% pure and natural Lavender essential oil. (Kashmir) . Lavender scented bath bombs were at the top of my list to things to do with it. Toss them in the bath before bedtime for a relaxing night’s sleep.

  I love making new recipes with my essential oils. I love that the Peppermint oil smells like candy canes - Reminds me of Christmas. I received my New York Biology 100% pure & natural peppermint oil just in time. I had a really bad headache today and since peppermint oil is associated to help with headaches, I decided to try out a balm. It worked like a charm. Only took about a half hour for it to go away completely. I mixed about 2 tsp of coconut oil with a couple drops of peppermint oil and rubbed it on my hands. Cup your hands together and let the peppermint oil do its work.

 

Concocting a headache balm using 

2 drops of peppermint oil and 2 tsp coconut oil

  Another wonderful piece of information learned was how to remove a splinter easily with tea tree oil.  My grandson is an outdoor kid. He loves to play around with stuff he finds outside and right now, using boards to make ramps is his favorite trick. With boards comes splinters.

To remove them easily, and as painlessly as possible, you will need the following:

2-3 drops of New York Biology Tea Tree Oil

1-2 tsp coconut oil (vegetable oil will also work – any carrier oil or liquid neutral oil)

2 tbsp Epsom Salt

Bowl of warm water

   Add the tea tree oil, coconut oil, and Epsom salt to the bowl of warm water and soak your finger for about 7-10 minutes. Just enough to soften up the skin. Apply pressure just below the splinter to work it out. When you see the splinter protrude, use a pair of tweezers to grab it out making sure to be careful and not break it off.  I received this bottle of tea tree oil at a discount in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

#NewYorkBiology

#TeaTree
#Lavender
#Peppermint

#EssentialOil

#TopQuality

Simply Coding - Apple ios application

08/19/2016

Mac iOS Computer Programming Software for Kids (Ages 12+) - Learn to Code SWIFT and Mobile Apple iOS Apps

I received this Simply Coding software registration access code. It gives you step by step instructions to create Apple apps. You begin by going to the website address that's listed on the card in the packaging and enter the access code. You will be required to register the account. It came with a member's guide to getting started in coding Apple ios. Once you register, log in and watch a video to welcome you and give you a tour of the site. It's a great program to get kids on track for a future in computer programming. You learn by working through several coding tasks and activities. This program works on Mac only. It's great for kids who are looking forward to a future in computer programming or (like me) an adult who is curious about learning.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ETTS0ZY
#Simplycoding

 I received this at a discount in exchange for an honest and unbiased review.

Viva Naturals Organic Jojoba Oil (4 oz.)

Reviewed on 07/20/16

  A little bit of this stuff goes a long way! 

         I have long hair and split ends like crazy. I wasn't sure just how much to use, so the first application  I tried about 3-4 drops of the Jojoba oil on my split ends - it was way too much. The bottle was so much larger than I expected it to be. I know it will definitely last for many applications.
     There is no odor and my hands were not left waxy and greasy after application. I received this product at a discounted price in exchange for an honest and unbiased review and have no problem with recommending this to be a staple for everyone's beauty box!  It came neatly tucked in a fitted cardboard box with a glass dropper.

The link and description given by Amazon:

Viva Naturals Organic Jojoba Oil, 4 oz - For Radiant Looking Skin, 100% Pure, Cold Pressed & Hexane Free 

Size: 4 fl oz

Viva Naturals Organic Jojoba Oil deeply nourishes skin, protects against the signs of aging and conditions hair with no unwanted additives- the way any beauty oil should be! Create DIY skin and hair care recipes or use as an everyday moisturizer for its hydrating benefits.

All-Natural Skinfood - Golden jojoba is the ideal moisturizer for problematic skin, uneven skin tone, healthy aging- the list goes on. Jojoba oil mimics your body's natural skin oil, sebum, by tricking the skin into stopping further production of sebum. Great for oily skin and enlarged pores!

Hair or Scalp Treatment - Hair growth products can be quite costly and full of synthetic ingredients. As more of a wax-like oil, jojoba oil is especially useful as a hair restorative 1-2 times weekly. Apply to scalp for growth and split ends for shine and lustre.

The Viva Naturals Difference

Viva Naturals Organic Jojoba Oil is cold-pressed from the seeds of the Simmondsia chinensis shrub, avoiding heat and processing aids to yield extremely valuable oil. Unlike refined (clear) jojoba oil, our oil is golden, certified organic and hexane-free, retaining all its nutrients and beauty enhancing benefits.

Some of the best uses for this beauty staple:

• Face moisturizer
• Lip balm
• Facial cleanser
• Overnight mask
• Get rid of the frizzies
• Minimize scar and stretch marks
• Cuticle repair
• Foot cream for dry and cracked feet
• Sunburn relief
• Body lotion
• Make up remover

Let me know if you found this useful!

Free stuff!!

Sweepstakes and giveaways for July 2016

Häagen-Dazs® Ice Cream :  This link will take you directly the Nestle promo page. They ask for your birthday, name, email address and phone number to enter. After submitting your information, you will receive a code in the email address provided. Copy and paste the code in the box provided or click "submit the code" from the email to see if you are an instant winner. If you submit from the email, you will need to resubmit your information on the sweepstakes page. I just kept the original webpage open and pasted it in. No worries if you're not because you will be automatically entered into a $10,000 sweepstakes!

DailyGoodieBox: You will be taken to the DailyGoodieBox webpage to submit your name and email address. This is the first time I've seen this particular giveaway so I will have to report back when I receive something. You can read reviews and see pictures of past boxes here

I will update as I find  :)

VIVA NATURALS Organic Shea Butter (4oz)

Reviewed on 07/18/16

So, I ordered a 4 oz container of VIVA NATURALS Organic Shea Butter. I’ve never used real shea butter before, so I really didn’t have any expectations of the application. I received my product on Monday morning (7/18/16) and was so excited to open it up to try it out.

 When I unscrewed the jar, honestly, my first thought was disappointment- because I thought it was dried out. It didn’t look appealing to touch, but I knew that I must try it out. I received it at a great discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion of the product, so I must give it a shot. I took off my rings and watch and dipped my finger in and to my pleasant surprise, it was NOT dried out at all. Quite the opposite! It was a creamy and almost a whipped consistency. My hands were so smooth and shiny with absolutely no greasy residue left behind.  The smell wasn’t overpowering either - here was really no scent to it.

The jar has an expiration date on the bottom (10/01/2019) which is pretty great but I don’t think I will have to worry about it going. l. I plan to use this daily if not more! This, to me, is truely a wonderful product and I absolutely would recommend it to friends.

Here’s the description from Amazon and the link:
https://www.amazon.com/Viva-Naturals-Organic-Shea-Butter/dp/B01CKJAPUS/ref=sr_1_1_s_it?s=beauty&ie=UTF8&qid=1468874626&sr=1-1

About the Product:

• Certified Organic Grade A Shea – White shea butters are stripped from their natural color and nutty aroma, destroying nutrients and antioxidants. Our shea butter is raw, unrefined and ivory- the way any high quality shea butter should be.

• Softer, Creamier Texture – Most shea butters are in block form, making them difficult to spread and apply to skin. Our Ugandan shea has a higher oleic content, lending a silky smooth consistency for everyday hair and skin care.

• DIY Soaps and Lotions – Shea butter is so versatile it can be used in any homemade beauty recipe. Fill soap moulds with shea butter, Viva essential oils and coconut oil as natural skin food.

• Nourishing Body Butter – Apply shea butter after showering to keep skin plump, supple and youthful. Nutrients like vitamins A, E and essential fatty acids found in shea soothe dry rough patches. Can be used as an everyday moisturizer too!

• Stretch Mark Rescue – As a hydrating emollient, shea butter is an inexpensive alternative to lotions and ointments. Apply to affected areas to help fade the look of stretch marks and replace lost fatty acids.

If you try it out too, let me know what you think.
-Dana