Wednesday, August 31, 2016

"As Long As Love", Women's Rose Gold Plated Cuff Bracelet by Cos2be

This bracelet might look simple but it has a very charming detail that I had not seen before. Its lobster clasp closure has the shape of a heart, I find it unique. It is well made, and looks elegant. The bracelet is rose gold plated, and made out of titanium steel which means it is solid; It has no give, you cannot reshape the cuff. I recommend measuring your wrist, I did not and my bracelet is really snuff on my wrist; I do have big wrists for the record. The chain at the back of the bracelet has a dangling little heart with a clear stone in the middle of it. This bracelet can be wore for any occasion from running errands to a nice date because of its simplicity. Overall, its beauty resides on its simplicity.

Disclosure: I received this item in exchange for my sincere, impartial testing, and assessment. My opinion is always based on mine, and my family’s experiences with the product. I have no relationship with the seller, and there were no promises regarding the outcome of my review.

This compact crossbody purse is quite spacious. It has three compartments under its flap (three that are under the zipper closure, and a pocket which holds my Samsung Note) and a fifth zippered pocket at the back of the purse that I find perfect for my keys. This soft synthetic Leather purse has a woven pattern, and in general has a vintage feel to it, it reminds me of purses that I used to have as a little girl. It has adjustable straps that are also removable. The metal parts of the purse are gold in color, including the magnetic closure on the flap. I find this purse perfect for running errands or even for date night; It keeps my essentials (lipstick, compact powder, keys, credit cards, identification card, Samsung Note and Galaxy phones) without any issues. It is a simple but very convenient design, especially for those days that my clothes have no pockets.

Synthetic Leather Crossbody Smartphone Purse by LeftRight

Glass Container Set, 18 Pieces (9 Glass Containers, 9 Plastic Lids), by Manorware

I’m so happy, I don’t have to ever again deal with salsa stained, smells of past foods, and leaky plastic containers. There was nothing more frustrating than having to send my husband’s lunch in a stained container because it did not matter the care given to it, sooner or later those plastic containers all end up looking the same way. This set has 18 pieces (9 glass containers and 9 plastic lids); It is divided into 4 rectangular, 3 square and 2 round glass containers. The glass containers can be used in the oven, microwave and are dishwasher safe. I really like that I can prepare something, bake it, and send it for lunch all in one container saving me time that I would have spend doing dishes or loading the dishwasher. This set has all sort of sizes, perfect for leftovers as well. The glass of the containers is comparable to the Pyrex glass, so expect it to be very hot when it comes out of the oven or microwave. For me, the best part of the containers is that it will not get stained from the food coloring, and that it does not hold any smells; Once its clean it is completely clean. The lids as the containers are dishwasher safe but top rack only, it is not safe to place the lids in the microwave or oven as it can melt. All the lids are snap on; Purple are rectangular, green are squares and orange are round. Do not be fooled by these BPA free plastic lids, when it seals not one drop of water comes out from the container which is great because my husband sometimes just grabs his food and go without thinking about leaks.

Overall, there are no complaints about these glass containers. It allows me to prepare, make and serve my husband’s lunch without much of a hassle. It can be use for the left overs, and it actually makes the fridge look organized and cleaner. I used to buy plastic containers every three months or so, but I don’t think I will be buying any plastic-ware any time soon.

Disclosure: I received this item in exchange for my sincere, impartial testing, and assessment. My opinion is always based on mine, and my family’s experiences with the product. I have no relationship with the seller, and there were no promises regarding the outcome of my review.

Glass Container Set, 18 Pieces (9 Glass Containers, 9 Plastic Lids), by Manorware

Temporary Hair Dye, Set of 3: Black, Dark Brown and Coffee, by Possiave

As a Professional Photographer I have to be alert and prepare for anything that might go wrong during a photo session. Some clients are under the impression that Photoshop is magic, and that it applies itself without my time, and expertise. The most common phrase during a shoot or after one is, “You can fix that with Photoshop...” The answer is yes I can; But do I want to? No, the payment of a a regular session does not cover even five minutes of Photoshop. The common issue, gray hairs that no one can notice but the person itself. With this set of temporary hair color pens as soon as I spot a gray hair, I politely ask my client if they are okay with it or want to cover it. If they are not okay with it, I handle them a mirror and the pen that matches their hair color. I let them create their own “Photoshop” in real time. This set has three different colors: black, coffee and dark brown.

These pens are not hair chalk, I have hair chalk and their consistency is of that, chalk. These pens have a different consistency, almost like a very thick eye liner. It works on dry hair. Its application is very easy; Just run the pen down the hair that needs the color, from the top to the bottom. If hair spray is added after wards it will last a bit longer because it kind of seals the color, the same happens when heat is apply to the colored hair. I like that I can place it in my bag of props and go, as it is just like an additional piece of make up. It is important to mention that this is a momentary fix that won’t last a long time. I have done it to my hair, and had it last about four hours or so as it rubs off. Overall, these color pens work as expected. It provides a good cover up that saves me many hours of editing and enhancing.

As you see its like a eyeliner/lipstick creamy thick consistency, not a chalk.

Temporary Hair Dye, Set of 3: Black, Dark Brown and Coffee, by Possiave

Before and after; Just a spot.

Banneton Broform Bread Proofing Basket Bundle with Cloth Liner, Linen Bag and Scraper by MAXLON

My husband’s remedy against cabin fever during Fall/Winter months is bread making. He began doing so last year, and has already mentioned his plans of continuing it this year. We all love how the house smells when the bread is baking, and there is something unique about having bread served right our of the oven. My contribution to his bread making has been this bread proofing kit. It is made out of Rattan and bring other tools that he will find very useful: cloth liner, linen bread bag and scraper. The bowl is 8.5 inches which is good for a nice loaf of bread.

4 piece set: Basket, cloth liner, linen bread bag and scraper.

Overall, this is a perfect bread proofing kit for anyone who enjoys baking or even for those who are just beginning as it comes with access to a PDF file with all the instructions necessary. The look of the basket is very charming but its use is the best part. Through my husband’s frustrations I have learned that when he leaves the dough to rest for it to raise, it has to be timed, and even when on time it only takes one wrong move for it to be, what he considers, ruined. No more sticky dough. I cannot wait for those cold Fall nights to arrive for the aroma of home made bread to hug the whole house.

Disclosure: I received this item at a deducted price in exchange for my sincere, impartial testing, and assessment. My opinion is always based on mine, and my family’s experiences with the product. I have no relationship with the seller, and there were no promises regarding the outcome of my review.

Banneton Broform Bread Proofing Basket Bundle with Cloth Liner, Linen Bag and Scraper
by MAXLON

Good size scraper. Phone for size comparison.

Linen bag.

Baby's Fist Year Memory Book, Boys Winter Edition, by Unconditional Rosie

I kept postponing making a baby book for my son out of the fear of realizing that he was no longer a “baby” but since people kept asking about it, I finally decided to make one. Luckily, I have all the photos of his firsts, notes, and everything I could keep of his first year. It helps that I have been taking photos of him daily, he is now four years old. I was immediately drawn to this book in specific because my son loves snow since he was a baby. He was born in Florida but six months later we moved to the Midwest just in time for Winter. This book is well made, it is spiral bound which I feel is perfect for a book that I expect it to be browse a lot. One of the things that I love about the book is that its hard cover has a matte finish, I don’t know why but I prefer this time of finish on books and photos because it seems like higher quality. The book is beautiful and spot on, it has spaces for photos of all those big achievements reached. It even has a set of stickers with milestones named. It is a great way, an organized one, to keep and track all those special moments of our babies’ first year. The whole book is Winter themed, it depicts winter scenes, and adorable animals. It also includes a small genealogy tree as well as a list of different “favorite things” of the first twelve months. Perhaps it is the fact that I have avoided making a baby book, but I find the book extremely emotional just to browse and that is without any photos on it yet. It also has a section for first Holidays, and finally, their first scribble.

Altogether, this book is adorable, beautifully put together. I wish there were a few pages that were not labeled because there are milestones that for our family are/were important that are not named, and I’m sure the same will be said of other families but I’m sure I will find a creative way of adding those moments into the book. This book would be perfect for someone who wants to remember the special milestones without having to devote a lot of time into the making of a book as it lists most of the moments that you should be aware of, and photograph.