Monday, August 10, 2015

My Beautiful win from Divining Oil Designs!

I received nothing from this post, this was an actual contest that I won online.

How many of you use Essential Oils everyday like I do? Well you should go look at Divining Oil Designs. Ginny who owns the company creates beautiful pieces of jewelry art with stones. Each piece (including mine) is hand created for you. No two pieces are alike. She combines Semi Precious Stones with Essential Oils to help aid with specific wellness concerns. This is totally geared towards you and your needs.

My custom made bracelet includesd amethyst, jade, crystal and rose quartz. These are all stones I picked and felt drawn to. I also received a wonderful Wild Orange Essential Oil to go with it, that I can put on the lava rock. If you order one you will received a vial of an essential oil of your choosing.

On her Divining Oil Designs website you can find a page of some stones she offers and what they can be used for. I loved reading it, and then asking her if what I liked would work for me. She is a wealth of knowledge about stones and oils. I ended up with Amethyst which is a natural stress reliever, and encourages inner strength. This is something I struggle with due to my medical issues. Crystal Quartz for protection against negativity. Rose Quartz opens the heart to all types of love – love of self, family, friends, and romantic. Rose Quartz has high energy but is calming and soothing at the same time. Love of self is something I have always struggled with and so that is the reason for this choice.

She also includes a page of essential oils and how they work. I was sent Wild Orange (part of my prize) which is wonderful for me because I have a bad immune system. My favorite essential oil though is Clary Sage which lifts your mood. Let me tell you after falling low into depression and having severe anxiety basically every day this works wonders. As soon as my bracelet arrived I put some on the lava rock. It is almost an instant mood changer!

If you interested in getting a piece for yourself you can see some pre-made pieces on the Divining Oil Design website. She is also branching out into Barefoot sandals and other fun things. Did I mention that her prices are excellent? Go look for yourself. Please tell her Rebecca at Primitive Gypsy sent you!

Also check out Divining Oil Designs on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest!

Sunday, August 9, 2015

~Review~ Lift Care Lemon Essential Oil

I received this free for my honest and unbiased review.

In our house we love essential oils. I have a diffuser in ever room and there are so many uses. I use this particular one (lemon) as a household cleaner mixed with vinegar and water. I just put it in a spray bottle and use it anywhere that I need to clean or disinfect. I also love to use citrus oils in my diffusers. This one has a good strong real lemon peel smell to it. It mixes well with many other oils, and especially other citrus oils. This lemon oil will wake you up and keep you going when you need an energy boost. It's very refreshing and keeps you alert.

This seems to be a pretty good quality oil by Lift Care and I have been happy with the results I have gotten using it. It does come with a glass dropper. You can get your own on Amazon.com

Sunday, August 2, 2015

~Review~ KastKing Orcas Spinning Reel, and More....

I received this for my honest review. All opinions are 100% my own.

My husband and I LOVE to fish. We spend many weekends doing it. So we could not wait to test out our new Kast King Orcas Spinning Reel. I really just love this reel! The action is so smooth, as if it had an auto retract. It reels in on an even keel. When I snag onto a big trout that has fight, the reel's drag is easy to adjust, letting me land the big ones with no problem. The 13 bearing system is awesome when casting, allowing for longer, kink free casts. This has increased my casting accuracy thirty fold, letting me get into those smaller holes where the big ones hide. It's handle is a bit farther apart from the line arm and slightly angled, making reeling in a lot easier ( no more knuckle busters an a fast reel).

The red and black exterior gives an elegant almost space age look, which is very cool. It fits on every rod I have ( except my fly rods) with ease. The Orca reel now has a permanent place in my tackle box! I totally recommend this reel to every angler out there.

They supplied the KastKing Premium Monofilament Fishing Line, we chose blue. I primarily use monofilament as I usually fish for trout and salmon. I've used just about every kind of mono, but this one takes the cake. The blue coloring is awesome as I am able to see my line easier but the fish can't. It's definitely stronger and smoother than the others. The 6lb test that I use recently caught a 26 inch lake trout without one kink or jerk. I was pleasantly surprised that the line didn't break given the fight that fish put up. When lining my KastKing Orca 1000 this line wound incredibly smooth and evenly. This line is surprisingly versatile around the house. It helped my son with his mobile of the planets. I'm so very pleased with this line.

They also sent us KastKing Multi Function Stainless Steel Fishing Pliers. These multi- use pliers are quite handy to have in your tackle box. I typically use my leatherman or a pair of needle nose pliers. However, since I've got this pair of KastKing multi-use pliers, they're both back in my tool box and not my tackle box. This one tool has become one of my favorite tools when I'm fishing. It's got a bent nose which makes removing hooks really easy. The snips on it are quite useful when using braided line. I find them really helpful when I'm retrying my spinners and hooks. They are made out of stainless steel, which makes them sturdy as well as rust resistant. And the rubber grips make them easy to hold when wet.

Lastly we received the KastKing Digital Fishing Scale and Tape Measure. This is also a great tool. We have not had the chance to test it out yet as it was back ordered but it's very nice. I love the attacked tape measure and how small of space this takes up. It works perfectly for hike in fishing trips!

You can get all of these KastKing products and more on Amazon.

Friday, July 24, 2015

~Review~ The OrGREENizer Set by The Green Garmento

~I received this for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions are 100% my own.

How many of you dryclean? Don't you hate getting those plastic bags every time. What a waste...stuff like that just drives me nuts. I am the girl at the grocery store who doesn't bag her veggies (and gets stared at) and I most certainly do not want to bag my clothing either. So I was very excited to see a new reuseable llaundry dry cleaning system by The Green Garmento.

The one I got is called The OrGREENizer Set. It is like a garment bag and laundry hamper all in one. It comes with a big green bag that can be used as your own reuseable dry cleaning bag. But it also comes with a stand to use it as a laundry hamper. Since I do not have a ton of dry cleaning I mainly use it for a laundry hamper.They sent me greem but they also have other colors. So far this has held up amazing. We have 8 kids who just stuff laundry in, and I thought for sure this would rip but nope it has help of wonderfully. It is very well made and was a snap to put it together.

It's such a useful versitle tool. It's very easy to use as a garment bag and then put back into the stand for a laundry hamper. I just love the ease of use and not needing three different products that this one can do. It would be perfect for a young person just starting out in the real world! You can get your own at the Green Garmento website along with some other reusable items. In my world this product is great!

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

~DEAL~ Amazon Prime Deals!

I did NOT receive any compensation for this post.

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Tuesday, July 14, 2015

~Review~ Uncommon Threads Economy Chef Coat

I received this for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.

My husband is a chef and so we were both very excited to get this new Chef Coat for him to review. Every chef needs a good quality coat that will last them a very long time and make it through very stressful days and nights.

This particular chef coat is super lightweight. This makes it so much easier to handle the extreme heat that builds up back in the kitchen. He loves the way it fits as it is not to tight especially in the shoulders. The 8 pearl buttons make it easy to put on and take the. The double flap keeps you safer from burning liquids. The sleeves roll to a perfect height, still giving you ample movement in the elbows. This coat has good air flow to keep you cooler in a hot kitchen.

This particular style makes it easy to go from kitchen to dining room for one on one with the restaurant patrons. The poly/cotton blend makes this chef coat very durable for multiple washing's and daily use. The exterior pocket is a great place to keep thermometers and pens. He really loves the style and comfortable fit and would recommend it to other chefs.

You can look into getting our own Chef Coats on the Website.

Sunday, July 12, 2015

~Review~ Pandaroos Charcoal Cloth Diaper Inserts & Printed Diaper Wet Bag

I received this for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

I am in LOVE with these Pandaroos Charcoal Inserts. I had not had much luck at first with the charcoal liners but these one's are just wonderful. They come in a set of 6 inserts and they even include a wet bag to go with them. It's a small travel one which is perfect to leave in your diaper bag, purse or car for trips or messes while running errands.

The inserts themselves are great. They are gusseted which helps hold in any liquids. They also are super, super soft and so no rashes or being uncomfortable for baby. We used them on our baby and on our toddler and they both like them the best (and so do mom and dad) of all the diaper inserts we have. They hold liquid well, and really hold up to washing. These inserts are even good enough for bedtime and have become our go to inserts. We use them as often as they are washed.

The Wet Bag is also really nice and trust me when I say you can NEVER have enough wet bags. They are super strong and durable. They contain the mess and any stench your diapers have once used. I always leave one in the car, diaper bag and my purse. They are great not just for diapers but any mess. I really loved this set and honestly the price is really great. What a life saver these have been for my family.

You can get your own Pandaroos Cloth Diaper Inserts and Wet Bag on Amazon.

Thursday, July 9, 2015

~Review~ Wood Sully Cherry & Maple Watch by JORD

~I received this in exchange for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

First let me just start this with...we are not a watch wearing family. Neither my husband or I like new modern digital watches nor do we like to be on a time restraint. But my husband and I were both super excited to be able to get a watch from JORD. They make high quality wooden watches. My husband and I are both artists so we were just fascinated by the beautiful designs JORD has to offer. Each watch is handcrafted by an artist, designer and watch smith. Each watch is made with a beautiful sustainably sourced wood from all over the world.

We just loved the excellent quality of this watch. It's a beautiful Cherry and Maple wood. The patterns in the wood are just lovely. We chose the Sully because of the beautiful contrast of the wood colors. The blend so well but also stand out apart from the other. We spend a lot of our time outdoors hiking, and fishing and so we love how this watch blends into the beauty of the outdoors and doesn't stand out and scream HEY look at this technology. The clasp is easy to open, but stays shut while wearing it. It has a push button that is simple to open one handed. It's made from Stainless Steel which is wonderful for people with different metal allergies. It's also good because it will not rust or oxidize and is easy to keep clean. The face plate of the watch is just beautiful, its large and has easy to read numbers. The watch hands are also a large size which makes it easy to tell time and quickly.

JORD recommends the following for cleanings. Start with mixing two tablespoons each of olive oil and lemon juice. Apply a small amount to a soft cotton cloth. Wring the cloth to spread the mixture further into the material and apply to the wood using brisk strokes (this helps distribute the oil evenly). You may also apply a natural coating such as beeswax, butcher block oil, or walnut oil to the watch. Doing this on a regular basis will protect against damage and improve the durability of the wood while helping to maintain the moisture balance. This in turn prevents drying or cracking of your wood watch.

JORD sized the watch prior to it's shipment so it fits my husband perfectly. It is always recommended to take something of this quality to a reputable jeweler for repairs or a change in size. JORD also supplies a 12 month warranty to be free from defects in material or workmanship. The cost of this watch in my opinion is very good. This watch retails for $130 and I believe is worth every penny and more. It will last for years and years with good care.

I am just fascinated with this elegant JORD watch. My husband has not stopped wearing it since it's arrival and I am jealous I don't have one of my own. The craftsmanship is just unmatched in any watch either of us has ever owned previously. I have never in my life seen my husband wear a watch on a regular basis until now. If you would like to see the other wonderful quality styles JORD has to offer your can go look around their website at www.woodwatches.com



Sunday, June 28, 2015

~Review~ Merinte Money Belt With RFID Passport Holder And Credit Card Scanning Protection

~I received this for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

I know traveling safely is a huge concern these days. It seems like everyday you hear about someone getting mugged or losing all of their money and credit cards. Now the new thing is electronic pickpocketing. Yes they have a device that can download all of your credit card information without even seeing your card. That is pretty scary. So when I was asked to review this Money Belt and RFID Passport Holder I knew it could be a travel lifesaver.

The belt itself is very nice. I expected like one of those old fanny packs but it's nothing like they were. This is flat and made to store your money, passports and credit cards. The front is solid and has a zippered pocket and the back that lays against your body is mesh to keep you cooler. It has three pockets total so you can hold your family or friends information along with yours. This goes right on your belt or around your waist and lays flat under your shirt or sweater. It can hold a good amount of items without feeling heavy or bulky. It has a very good, tight, flat safety clasp and I was not worried at all about it being able to be yanked off my person. It also is adjustable to almost any size. It fit all members of my family from the kids to the adults. The RFID blockers are built right into the money belt and there are spots just for your credit cards.

I think this is just a must have for any traveler. I am loaning it to my brother when he heads to Europe because he was mugged once before. He would feel much safer using this money belt that is basically invisible. You can get your own Money Belt and RFID Passport Holder on Amazon.

Thursday, June 25, 2015

~Review~ Greenwald's Carpet & Fabric Stain Remover Kit

~I received this for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

Ok there is not enough good things I can say about Greenwald's Products as you can see in my last review. The Greenwald's Carpet & Fabric Stain Remover Kit was what I received next for review. Greenwald's products are super simple to make and use. They come with a large spray bottle and a plastic package with 6 refill packs. They are water soluble.

These are so simple to mix. Fill up your bottle with warm water and add one water soluble refill pack. Wait for about a minute and then shake gently. That's it and your ready to go. We inherited some sofas and they were in pretty good shape as in no rips, but really needed some clearning So my husband decided to test out the Greenwald's Carpet & Fabric Stain Remover. All he did was spray with Greenwald's Carpet & Fabric Stain Remover and let it set for a about 5-10 minutes and then lightly scrubbed. Once it dried all stains were basically gone. This product is really awesome because there is no nasty chemical smell. It has a lightscent to it and won't bother those who are sensitive or have allergies

I could seriously go on and on about Greenwald's products and these are my new favorites. We will be buying refills as soon as we run out. It's also very inexpensive. You get 6 bottle for about the cost of 2-3 bottles at the store. If your interested in trying Greenwald's Carpet & Fabric Stain Remover Kit you can buy it on Amazon.

Wednesday, June 24, 2015

~Review~ Snug Plug n Play Kids Headphones

I received these for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.~

My two year old Nikolas loves to play with our tablet and is forever stealing the older kids headphones. So I when I saw the Snug Plug n Play Kids Headphones I thought they would be perfect for him. We let him pick which one's he liked best and he chose red. That totally suits his personality.

Nikolas is rough on things, he is all boy. So I was a bit concerned about these holding up to him. I was very pleased when they arrived. They are a bright red. They only have a cord on one side, and its thick. The headphones themselves are super quality and have lasted with a month of being pounded on and tossed around. The best part is that when they older kids or I am working we can give him the tablet, turn on a game or movie and plug these in. He is occupied for awhile and can't hear what we are doing and vice versa. I really love these for him. They are a perfect young child's headphone and now he thinks he is cool because he has phones like his older brothers and sister!

You can buy your own Snug Plug n Play Kids Headphones on Amazon

~Review~ Bellemain 6 Cup Nonstick Popover Pan

~I received this for my honest review, all opinions are 100% my own.

My husband is a chef as you all know. He loves all kitchen gadgets and wants to try everything. So when I saw this Bellemain 6 Cup Nonstick Popover Pan I knew he would be thrilled to review it as he really loves to bake.

The Bellemain 6 Cup Nonstick Popover Pan is different than what I expected. Its very light weight so it's easy to carry from the oven to the table. The teflon non stick coating is wonderful for cleaning, and doesn't require you to grease the pan. This pan makes almost perfect popovers. It's also really useful for muffins, flan, pot pies, and a ton of other fun food ideas.

The wire rack on this Bellemain 6 Cup Nonstick Popover Pan makes for great storage, it can be hung or laid flat, or even on it's side. This also makes it easy to grab and flip. I would say it would be a great tool for any baker or novice cook.

You can buy your own Bellemain 6 Cup Nonstick Popover Pan on Amazon.