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Sunday, February 15, 2015

How to Successfully Clean Grout

How to Clean Grout - A Review of the Products & Methods We Used

The best way we found to clean the grout was to paint and seal it. Forget trying to scrub the dirt out of the grout lines 'til your arms fall off. We used this Colorfast Grout Colorant. Below you can see the before and after picture of our kitchen floor.

Get Grout Colorant Here

We've tried a few different ways to clean the grout on our ceramic floors - We've used a steamer (maybe you've seen that method advertised on the shopping channel), and we've even gotten down on our hands and knees and tried to bleach out those ugly dark lines with a toothbrush.

Guess what? The steamer and hard-labor scrubbing methods worked as well, but they were far from what this product did for our floors. Look at the before and after pictures to see the final result.

Our kitchen tile floor was white, but the grout that was initially used by the builder of our house (19 years ago) was a light greyish color. I've always disliked that look - you know, where you see a square.

After researching numerous product options for cleaning our grout, my husband decided to try tile grout paint/sealer. It was a wise choice.

He selected the white grout colorant and carefully followed the instructions that came with the product.

He put the colorant directly on the light grey grout but prepped the tile grout first according to the instructions.

He put two coats and applied them until the tile grout color was nice, white, and clean-looking. Note: you may not need two coats; we just decided to do it.

Also, we had a couple of chips in the white tile squares, and we HATED that look! So, instead of replacing tiles, he simply dabbed the chipped areas with this grout paint.

It also seals the grout simultaneously so that dirt and grime have a harder time penetrating the surface, thus dirtying it up again.

We've had it on our floors for four months, and it still looks great.

I'm not naive enough to think that this grout paint and sealer will last forever, and I'm sure at some point my husband will have to do a reapplication...but...so far, so good - and YES, my house has a lot of traffic - 6 people! (four boys!)

So, if you decide to go this route to clean your tile floor grout, select the color you want and follow the directions on the package.

Using a grout colorant close to the actual tile's overall color aids in the tile appearing more like one continuous piece.

In a smaller space, having tiles appear as individual squares can make the room seem even smaller. So the more you can get the floor to look like it flows as one piece, the better the size impression.

by Barbara Tremblay Cipak
Funkthishouse.com

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Saturday, February 14, 2015

Valentine's Day: A Review of the Fun Side

Since this is Valentine's Day, it's time review a few of the fun and interesting things about this holiday. Some history, some cooking, even some romantic ideas. Along with some not-so-romantic ideas as well.

Historical Valentine's Day

Ever wonder how this tradition of Valentine's Day got started? Turns out to be a religious feast day, originally. There really was a man named Valentinus who was later cannonized in the Christian faith. Seems St. Valentine was known for performing illegal marriages. Of course, there is more to the history of Valentine's Day. But, it's fun to see how it's origins really happened.

Offbeat Holiday Traditions

Mind-floss.com pulled together a fun collection of offbeat Valentine's Day traditions (www.mentalfloss.com/article/61624/offbeat-valentines-day-traditions-around-world). Some are interesting, some are funny, while others are just plain strange.

My favorite is the tradition from Finland. They don't celebrate with romance but with friendship. Then there is the humorous, while traditionally romantic Valentine's Day custom in Taiwan. The meaning of the number of roses a guy gives a gal can change their lives significantly.

Valentine's Day Food Under Review

Certainly, modern day traditions include plenty of food for this celebration. Chocolate, of course. But, there are other fun options. Cooking for the Holidays author Cynthia gives us a fun collection of easy ways to decorate cupcakes for Valentine's Day.

Here on Review This, you can find a great review of other Valentine's Day food treats. Do we ever have enough heart-shaped goodies? Not in my view.

As long as we are celebrating Valentine's Day, why not celebrate with all kinds of love, whether the romantic kind or the friendship kind.

Posted by: BuckHawk

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BuckHawk decribes herself as "Basically a lazy person who prefers the easy things in life." So that's what she writes about. Easy home decorating, easy recipes, easy entertaining. But, she is also a lover of animals, gardening and crafting. You'll find her writing all over the Web, but with Review This Reviews! she has the opportunity to write about all of her loves.

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Thursday, February 12, 2015

Review of Kitchen Items on Zazzle

Are you looking to spruce up your kitchen? Perhaps you need a special gift for a shower or other event. Zazzle has a wide variety of kitchen items that can be customized to fit your needs.

The above are a few of the Zazzle items I made to compliment a sunflower decor kitchen. They were all created on Zazzle using photographs I took of bright yellow flowers.

Kitchen Items on Zazzle

When you create your kitchen decor with Zazzle the possibilities are endless. Here are a few of the items available on Zazzle. Each can be customized with your photos or designs.

Towels
Clocks
Cutting Boards
Serving Trays
Pitchers
Candy Jars
Teapots
Napkins
Placemats
Aprons
Plates
Mugs

Plates on Zazzle

Zazzle has a wonderful party plate that you can customize to fit your needs or chose from one of the designs by Zazzle artists. They are 10 inch plates made of Melamine and are dishwasher safe. The plate below is one I designed from a photo I took of Peggy's Cove lighthouse in Nova Scotia.

Peggy's Cove Lighthouse Party Plate by lighthouseenthusiast

Placemats

Placemats will set the tone for your dining experience. These beautiful Zazzle placemats are 20 x14 and made of woven cotton. They are machine washable too! Create one of these using your favorite photograph. You could use a scene that you particularly like, a holiday scene for special occasions or perhaps a favorite family photo. The place mat below is one I created from one of my favorite views in Jupiter, Florida. I love to see the sunrise over the ocean.

Sunrise in Paradise Placemats by mbgphoto
Browse more Sunrise over ocean Placemats

Kitchen Towels

Zazzle's kitchen towels are 16x24 and are made of woven polyester. They are made in the USA and are machine washable. Create one in a design to fit your kitchen. I made the one below to go with a yellow sunflower designed kitchen. It was created from one of my photographs.

Golden Sunflower Kitchen Towels by mbgphoto
Check out Golden sunflower Kitchen Towels online at zazzle

Special Teapots

Make teatime special with these delightful teapots from Zazzle. They are white porcelain and come in both 11 and 44 oz. sizes. They are both dishwasher and microwave safe. Personalize one with your favorite photo or design. Here is one I created for a yellow kitchen from one of my photographs.

Yellow Wildflowers by mbgphoto
Browse other tea pots designs on Zazzle.

Review This Authors Zazzle Too

Review This authors are also busy making kitchen items on Zazzle. The links below will take you to beautiful cutting boards, coasters, and an apron by Cynthia, Coletta and Heather.

Butterfly by the River Decorative Cutting Board by Sylvestermouse
Find other Butterfly Cutting Board at zazzle.com

Copper Ti Plant Stone Coaster by konacolors
Look at more Macro Stone Coasters at zazzle

Repeal Murphy's Law Apron by NotNormal
More Repeal Aprons

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Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Craft Review: Easy Handmade Valentine's Decorations

Show your love on Valentine's Day with the gift of your own handiwork. Inside this craft review, you'll find ideas for easy handmade Valentine's decorations.

The simplest expressions of love can leave the biggest impact on your loved one's heart. Especially when those tokens of affection are made from the heart and made by hand.

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, review this list of easy handmade Valentine's decorations and find a craft that will melt your loved one's heart.

Pour Your Porcelain Heart Out

These white porcelain hearts are a kitchen crafter's delight. With a few simple ingredients from your local grocery store and pharmacy, you can cook up a batch of cold porcelain and mold it into any shape.

Cold porcelain is a homemade air-drying modeling clay made from white glue, cornstarch, cold cream, and glycerin. The ingredients are mixed together in an old saucepan, cooked over medium heat until it looks like clay, and kneaded until the mixture is smooth.

You'll find a detailed tutorial on how to make cold porcelain at CraftStylish. There are pictures to guide you through the porcelain making process step-by-step. And, there are ideas for molding the porcelain clay into different shapes.

Hang Your Heart on Your Hearth

Garlands are the perfect decoration for any occasion. On Valentine's Day, create a garland of hearts and hang those hearts all over a room.

Cut hearts out of any material you have in the closet and attach those hearts to a string. You can use fabric, paper, or plastic. Whatever material your heart desires.

Felt is a popular crafting material this year and Marie Williams Johnstone has an easy tutorial for a Valentine felt heart garland. To cut the felt, you'll need a good pair of scissors. To put the garland together, you'll need basic hand sewing skills.

More Valentine's Decorations and Crafts

Pinterest is blushing with Valentine's Day craft and decoration ideas. Here are a few Pinterest boards that you may find inspiring:

Valentine's Romance by lakeerieartists has pins for heart-themed garlands, giant paper roses, wreaths, greeting cards, and date night ideas.
Valentine Crafts and Gift Ideas by annmackiemiller has pins for heart-shaped yarn and string projects. If you love to crochet, you'll find several Valentine-themed projects.
Heart Shapes I love! Crafty by haydnsgrammie has every heart design imaginable. This is the place to go when you need inspiration for a one-of-a-kind heart.
Valentine Crafts and Ideas by planetpals has Valentine crafts and activities for kids with an earth-friendly approach.

Creating a handmade token of your love is a gift that creates lasting memories. In the time you spend watching a TV show, you can also make a craft or decoration to celebrate your Valentine.

Posted by Coletta Teske

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Coletta Teske writes reviews on books, business management, writing, crafting, cooking, and gardening. She is also an avid recycler and shares her tips on recycling. She delights in upcycling an old object, recycling or transforming discarded items into a new treasure.

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Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Elevate Your Tired Recipes To New Heights With Spicing Pecans!

My own jars of Amelia's Spicing Pecans

Are you just plain tired of using the same old "tried and true" recipes? I recently found a product that will set your tastebuds on fire with happiness. (Well, not on fire unless you use the "hot and spicy" blend.) So, what is this magical creation that will spice up your kitchen creations? Amelia's Spicing Pecans! Yes, pecans! To quote the now defunct website, "Amelia's Spicing Pecans are made from select roasted chopped pecans, specially seasoned, then used as spicing ingredients to add rich flavors to your favorite dishes." You can now find information about these wonderful pecans on Facebook by clicking Amelias-Spicing-Pecans.

I took Amelia's "Be Creative" challenge and did indeed find that Amelia's kicked up my old boring recipes to a higher notch.
Why should one use these delectable spiced pecans in recipes instead of just plain pecans? Because Amelia's is made with only the finest all natural ingredients, specifically chosen by Amelia's creator. He oversees the roasting and the flavoring of this Alabama-made product. There were four entirely different flavors to choose from: Herb, Hot & Spicy, Cinnamon and Coffee.

Remember, these Spicing Pecans are not just nuts that a cook might use to add texture to a recipe, they are finely chopped, seasoned and roasted Southern pecans that add character and depth to the food you eat.

The first recipe I decided to "renew" was one that really needed spicing up. My original "Pecan Rice" recipe came from a vintage church cookbook. I had planned on making this traditional rice side dish for a family holiday dinner and I wanted it to be very special. I chose to use the herb flavored pecans because that just seemed to "fit" with the menu.

First, I cooked 2 "boil-in-bag" rice pouches in chicken broth. I sautéed some celery (onion could be used, too) in olive oil and added that to the drained cooked rice. After stirring in one cup of the
Amelia's Herb Flavored Spicing Pecans, I had my finished side-dish. No, wait, I chopped up some fresh parsley to sprinkle on the top of the bowl. It looked pretty--should have sprinkled more spicing pecans on the top, too! It was that easy to come up with an improved recipe! (Note: I did not add enough spicing pecans--it was my first try at "being creative" and I chose to be conservative with my measuring cup! Mr. Reardon, the creator of this fab product, almost always recommends using at least 1 1/2 cups --or more-- in recipes.)

"Pecan Rice" recipe kicked up with Herb Amelia's Spicing Pecans

So excited by the raves from my family about the pecan rice, I began to think of even more ways to use Amelia's Spicing Pecans. The obvious choice is to use the herb flavored nuts in a salad. Yes, I will tell you that the pecans worked very well in mine. It is so much fun to spice up one's culinary life. It occurred to me that the "Hot and Spicy" Amelia's would be good on a salad, too. I went to my local Whole Foods, bought that flavor to add to my growing collection of Amelia's. I was not disappointed in the results of the addition of the subtle hotness of those exquisitely seasoned, roasted pecans to a salad. I even spiced up a simple appetizer of pimento cheese on a cracker by sprinkling the Hot & Spicy Spicing Pecans on top. The Coffee flavor was amazing with the pimento cheese, too, believe it or not.

Then, I had another light bulb moment! These hot and spicy pecans would be great on a pork tenderloin roast. Adapting a recipe for Pecan-Crusted Pork Tenderloin, I used the Amelia's hot and spicy blend with perfect results. My only regret is that I did not crush the pecans into even smaller pieces. They might have not fallen off the tenderloin as easily as they did. Live, cook and learn, I say!

Hot and Spicy Pecan Crusted Pork Tenderloin

Now I am really cooking and being creative! What can I use these spicing pecans on next? Why not take Cooking Light Magazine's Texas Sheet Cake to a higher level? Yes, that is what I will do. Anyway, I need a spectacular dessert to take to a party and this is the perfect chance to show off my baking creativity.

First I made the cake just like the recipe on the Recipe.com website and poured the cake batter into my new KitchenAid 10"x15"x1" Jelly Roll Pan . Yes, a jelly roll pan is a must for a Texas sheet cake!

Next I sprinkled 2 cups of Amelia's coffee blend pecans on the batter and gently pressed them down with a fork. This will keep the pecans pieces from burning--they are already roasted, you see.

Amelia's Coffee Spicing Pecans on top of the uncooked cake batter.

After the cake baked for 22 minutes, a toothpick inserted in the center came out clean signaling that the cake was done. Now for the best part: pouring the boiled icing over the warm cake and gently covering the top with more of the coffee flavored roasted pecans.

Iced Texas Sheet Cake topped with Amelia's Coffee Spicing Pecans

The aroma of the coffee and chocolate was irresistible. The end result was a delightfully good and moist Texas Sheet Cake. I took it to the party and not a crumb of it remained at the end of the night.

How else can one use Spicing Pecans? Use your imagination and feel free to try anything! I created a Sautéed Zucchini and Squash Pasta dish for dinner one evening with amazing results. A friend suggested that I could have added a cheese like a parmesan to this dish, too. The pecan pieces you see in the photo below are the Herb Spicing Pecans. The addition dressed this dish up and add a satisfying crunch. It was incredible how the sweet flavor of the roasted pecan pieces turned this dish into a culinary event inside my mouth!

Sautéed vegetables and Herb Flavored Amelia's over pasta.

You can also put these nuts on leftovers!

Zoe's Chicken Salad and roasted veggies dressed up with pecans by Amelia!

I am sure you are wondering where you can get your own jar of these inspiring spicing pecans. Just click Amelia's-Spicing-Pecans- and call the phone # listed. When Birmingham Alabama's Pepper Place Saturday Market begins in the springtime, you might find that Amelia's in a booth with samples to try.

If you are just plain impatient (or are not in Alabama or near a southeastern Whole Foods), you can contact the creator of this unique and versatile product that you MUST have in your kitchen, by emailing spicingpecans@gmail.com. Tell Mike that Mickie sent you.

Disclaimer: I do not receive any compensation for sales of Amelia's Spicing Pecans. I purchased the Herb and Hot and Spicy Spicing Pecans you see int he photos on this page at Whole Foods and Organic Harvest Market in Birmingham, Alabama. The creator of Amelia's did graciously give me the Coffee Flavored Spicing Pecans to try in the Texas Sheet Cake recipe.

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Sunday, February 8, 2015

Review of The Best PC to PC Transfer Device

PC to Pc Transfer Device

I can't say enough good things about this PC-to-PC data transfer device! We've had this Tornado Data Transfer Tool for years and years: I'm trying to remember what year my husband bought it...maybe 2005 or 2006?

Of course, since then, we've had to transfer data numerous times from an old PC to a new PC, and it's still as easy to use now as it was then!

I Was Really Mad that My Husband Bought Yet Another Gadget!

Let's hope he never reads this page, 'cause he was right about this gadget...well worth the money and not expensive! He knows he was right about this one already; I've admitted it to him! Big girls don't cry? lol.

The thing sat in its package for a few years before I took it out to use it! My first thoughts on new devices are usually how they're going to suck hours out of my day trying to learn and configure them...you get the picture! Well, well, well, it turns out it's as simple as 1,2,3!

Plug the USB into One Computer
Plug the Other USB end into the Other Computer
Open up the Tornado on both computers, read the screen, and drag and drop to transfer

Seriously, it's that easy! On both computers, the screen says 'This Computer' and 'The Other Computer' so you can easily know which files are on which!

Again, at that point, just drag and drop the files you want to transfer.

My Most Recent Computer Crisis - and How I Used It

Yep, I was having computer troubles...pulling my hair out and thinking about wine! Anyway, I quickly pulled out this device to transfer all the data to another laptop - (I have too much info for Cloud Storage...maybe eventually I'll go down that road).In no time flat, all my data was protected. Today I transferred all my data back to a new laptop. Again, fast and painless!

The best part is I've never had the pain-in-the-rear compatibility problem that can sometimes happen when you get a new laptop; The Tornado has worked on every version of windows that we've used without a hitch - currently 8.1 - Not only that, I was able to transfer even if one computer had one version of windows and the other was different. So hubby was right to get this device years ago! Shhh.

Other Ways to Transfer Data

Of course, there are many other ways to back up and transfer data: Windows Easy Transfer, Cloud Computing, Other Software Programs, Wireless Transfer between devices if you're set up for that, or Using an External Hard Drive. I've tried 'Windows Easy Transfer,' and it wasn't that easy! I prefer this device.

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Saturday, February 7, 2015

A Review of a Guide to the Romantic City of Savannah, Georgia

The month of February, and Valentine's Day, seems a perfect time to talk about the romantic city of Savannah, Georgia and the charming interludes one can find in this 'Hostess City of the South'.

Downtown Savannah viewed from Bay Street

Georgia R. Byrd has compiled a charming guidebook of romantic diversions in and around this southern city near the sea. The book, “Romantic Days and Nights in Savannah” is filled with enchanting interludes of one to three days long for every taste and budget.

Romantic Days and Nights in Savannah: Romantic Diversions In and Around The City (Romantic Days and Nights Series)

This book contains a group of over 25 itineraries, complete with suggested prices, designed to create compact, cozy interludes for both sophisticated romance and playful adventure with a background of Southern hospitality in this beautiful cityscape called Savannah.

Experience the Romantic Charm of Savannah

Savannah, Georgia, Savannah River, Talmadge Bridge

There are suggestions for delightful accommodations from lavish, pampered elegance to an on-a-shoestring mischievous adventure, along with restaurants for every meal and appetite and a chance to partake of some excellent Southern cuisine. Event dates and other activities are listed and described for one and two-day trips that can be enjoyed any day of the week in this all-day, every day, yearlong attraction called Savannah.

Chippewa Square - Where Forest Gump was filmed

The famous orderly Squares of Savannah, found at regular intervals in this city founded in 1733 on a bluff overlooking the Savannah River, provide an intimate ambiance not found in any other American city. Enjoy the horse-drawn carriages clicking past the squares, the walled gardens of nearby homes, museums and restaurants hinting at hidden delights, and the enticing atmosphere of park benches shaded by palm trees and live oaks laced with Spanish moss. These are just a few of the images offering a taste of Savannah's pleasures.

Some Other Ways to Inspire Romance in and Around Savannah:

Hop aboard a carriage for a leisurely ride through Savannah's famous Squares in the Historic District at sunset

Savor the sweet fragrances of the flowers in the fragrant garden at majestic Forsyth Park.

Picnic under the shady live oak at pretty Daffin Park.

Sip a late-night toddy at an intimate basement cafe.

Stroll along River Street on the Savannah River where galleries, pubs, and restaurants abound.

Historic Savannah, Georgia

John Wesley Monument in Reynolds Square

Historic Savannah is described in detail throughout each section of this guidebook. From 'Love on the Docks' along the riverfront to 'Love by “the Book” which includes places to visit made famous by the book and movie "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil", to 'Divine Diversions' filled with the beautiful architecture of Savannah which has been preserved for the enjoyment of locals and visitors alike, you'll find an itinerary that is perfect for your visit.

Other Romantic Diversions

Tybee Lighthouse, Tybee Island, GA

Day trips close to Savannah include a Taste of Tybee Island (located 18 miles east of Savannah on the Atlantic Ocean) where you can visit the Tybee Lighthouse. Or have Fun in the Sun on nearby Hilton Head Island, a short drive across the Savannah River into South Carolina, or visit the beaches of St. Simon Island located south of Savannah.

Don't forget the Ghost Tours of this quite haunted city, or the popular St. Patrick's Day Parade, which is the second largest in the country. Fourth of July brings fireworks on the riverfront and the beach at Tybee Island, and December brings Holiday Magic to Christmas in Savannah.

Come Visit the City called the "Hostess City of the South"

With a comfortable climate and year-round activities any time of year, picturesque Savannah, Georgia is definitely a city made for love. And this delightful, fact-filled guidebook of romantic diversions in and around the city will charm you as you plan your lovers getaway.

For more romantic ideas, check out suggestions from other articles on Review This here.

*Book Review written by Wednesday Elf, a resident of Savannah, Georgia
*Written on 2/7/2015. Updated 2/14/2022

+Some images in this article are personal photos of Wednesday Elf

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Friday, February 6, 2015

Valentine's Day Crafts Reviewed

I have always loved making Valentine's Day crafts, but it wasn't until my children started crafting, that I learned to truly appreciate receiving a handmade Valentine's Day gift. There are no possessions in this world that I cherish more than the gifts my children have made for me and I proudly display those little treasures throughout my home.

Hanging Hearts Valentine Craft for Kids

As parents, we want to find easy crafts for our children to make so they will experience the deep felt pleasure of creating something awesome. It is even better when we teach them to make gifts for others, perhaps their grandparents or siblings. But, to be the recipient ourselves, is truly a treasured gift as well as a memory that stays with us all of our days.

If we are fortunate enough to be a part of the actual making of the craft, then we have shared irreplaceable, valuable time with the most precious "gift" we have ever been given.

Vicky Barone shares how to make the Hanging Hearts Valentine shown in the photo. With her step by step instructions, including photos to help us along the way, she makes it so easy, that even a child could do it. Wouldn't this make a beautiful Valentine gift!

Craft Tissue Paper Hearts

http://leehansen.com/articles/easy-heart-crafts.html

Lee Hansen shares another fabulous hanging heart craft that would touch any mother's or grandmother's heart if we were blessed enough to receive this valentine.
Would you believe this awesome Valentine's Day gift is made from a cereal box and tissue paper?

I truly love this very practical and economical approach to making craft gifts that will no doubt be a treasured possession.

Lee provides very easy instructions to make this wonderfully fabulous heart.   I can just imagine the fun children will have tearing the tissue and decorating this heart.

DIY Valentine Candles

Another fantastic and easy Valentine craft is these DIY Valentine candles.

With a store purchased candle and a few simple supplies including tissue paper, wax paper, and markers, these awesome candles will light up the recipients day and make their heart glow with delight.

You will find the simple directions to make these candles on Simple Saving Savvy, so grab you hot glue gun and get ready to decorate your own candle that is sure to brighten someones day with this special messenger of love.

Easy Valentine's Day Crafts for Seniors

From one of our very own contributors here on Review This, Mary Beth shares an extremely easy Valentine craft idea for seniors to make.

Most of us understand how physically limited senior adults can be and how frustrating it is for them, especially when they still want to be creative and working themselves.

She shares from her own experiences derived from helping her mother and her mom's friends to have fun crafting in spite of their limitations.

Her craft ideas and recommendations would also be fun and easy for very young children.

Make a Sailor's Valentine

I, myself, have been crafting for as long as I can remember. Many years ago I made Sailor's Valentines for my children. To this day, the Sailor's Valentine is still my own personal favorite of all Valentine's Day crafts. I think, perhaps, that may well be the romantic in me though. I truly love the idea and history behind the Sailor's Valentine.

If you would like to learn how to make a Sailor's Valentine, or to read about the history of this special valentine, simply visit me by clicking the link or the photo below.

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Thursday, February 5, 2015

Customized Toys and Games

Are you looking for a really unique gift for someone who loves sports or games? Zazzle has some fun items that can be customized for your recipient. These special gifts will show the time and thought you put into finding the perfect gift.

Toys and Games on Zazzle

Playing Cards
Puzzles
Ping Pong Paddles
Dartboards
Ping Pong Balls
Poker Chips
Cribbage Boards

Playing Cards

The playing cards on Zazzle are Bicyle brand poker size playing cards. They are made of a durable semi-gloss material. These make great gifts. You can customize them with photos of favorite hobbies or you can add a text message to the back of the cards. Here is a set that I made as a gift for my son-in-law with a Monkey Bar logo on it.

Monkey Bar-Atlanta Bicycle Card Deck by mbgphoto
Look at additional Playing Cards at Zazzle

Dartboards

Dartboards are regulation size 18 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick. They come with 6 brass darts and are finished with an aluminum frame and hanging hook. This dartboard I made has a photo I took of Round Island lighthouse in Michigan. This lighthouse is found just off of Mackinac Island. i took the photograph from the ferry going over to the island. This dartboard would be great for a recreation room with a lighthouse and coastal thee.

Round Island Lighthouse Dart Boards by lighthouseenthusiast

Look at other Round island lighthouse Dartboards at zazzle.com

Puzzles

Zazzle puzzles come in two different sizes 8x10 and 10x 14. These puzzles are made of sturdy cardboard and are mounted on clipboard. I can see one of the puzzles with a favorite photo of a child or grandchildren as a great gift for a grandparent. They also make great mementos from trips. Here is one I made of a photo I took of the US Capitol building in Washington DC. We got there early on a Sunday morning and I was able to capture the photo without a lot of people in the picture. The partly cloudy morning worked well to capture the reflection in the water in front of the capitol.

Reflections- US Capitol Jigsaw Puzzle by mbgphoto
Create unique custom jigsaw puzzles at zazzle.com

Review This Staffers Design Zazzle Games

Coletta has a beautiful design on this deck of cards.

Gewgaw in Blue Poker Deck by CrypticArt
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Cynthia's panda is charming on this puzzle.

Panda Puzzle by Sylvestermouse
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Here is a Philadelphia deck of cards.

Philadelphia Sunset Bicycle Playing Cards by Sylvestermouse
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Heather has some beautiful angel designs for her playing cards.

Angel of Abundance Playing Cards Bicycle Playing Cards by Heather426
Browse more Angels Playing Cards at Zazzle

Angel of the Dawn Playing Cards by Heather426
View other Angels Classic Playing Cards at Zazzle.com

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Wednesday, February 4, 2015

Review of Skechers Women's Go Walk Impress Memory Form Fit Walking Shoe

Reviewing a Great Walking Shoe

All Black Women's Walking Shoe

When you are traveling around the world like I am, you do a lot of walking and that means you need good walking shoes for travel! So before I left the USA, I researched women's walking shoes, and decided on this brand: Skechers Women's Go Walk Impress Memory Form Fit Walking Shoes.

I am so happy I did, as they have made my trip so much more comfortable than I thought possible. You see I have a back injury and I was worried about walking but didn't want to miss all the monuments and cool sights I went there to see in the first place. Because of these shoes I haven't missed a thing.

* All of the following shoes are available at Amazon.com by just clicking the photo.

Black and White Women's Walking Shoe

So why do I love the Skechers Women's Go Walk Impress Memory Form Fit Walking Shoes?

Well you have probably heard of memory foam because it is used in mattresses and pillows worldwide for its comfort. It is very comfortable in shoes too! The memory foam extends to the heel so the whole shoe is very light! They have rubber soles, and are so well made that my feet have not gotten wet at all even though it has rained a fair amount on our trip. The midsole is cushioned too so that adds to the comfort level. These shoes are so lightweight and flexible that it's like walking on air. I love them!

Grey Women's Walking Shoe

I also love that they are slip on, as opposed to ones that you have to tie. People ask me if they are hard to keep on. No, they are easy to keep on. I have worn slip on shoes for years and have never had a single problem. Now some people would rather have walking shoes that tie, so if that is you, check out my friend's review of walking shoes here: Inexpensive Home Fitness .

Skechers Walking Shoe Colors

I got mine in blue with a white sole, and believe it or not, the white still looks white! You can see it below. But if you like black, the shoes are available in all black (meaning the soles are black too) or black with white soles. They are also available in 2 shades of gray. Funny that they call one of the shades gray, and the other one grey. One of these colors is sure to go with your travel wardrobe. I have shown a few of them in this review of women's walking shoes. Mine also still look almost new and I have worn them every day for more than 3 months now!