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ABSOLUTE GARBAGE
I ordered two of these fans. Both arrived with no shipping damage. Both were dead on arrival. One had a bad speed switch and the other had a bad hinge between the base and the fan. | 0negative
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Going to give it another chance
My original review a couple of years ago: "I made several batches of beer with a variety of mixes, waters and techniques. All resulting in a barely drinkable malt beverage (I refuse to use the term beer). Even though I changed up the mixes and used different recipes every batch tasted the same. Ben Franklin once said "Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy". The product produced by my Mr Beer was proof that the devil exists and he likes to play jokes on us."After doing some research into the product and reading some reviews by people on the Mr. Beer website I discovered that perhaps I was not allowing enough time for the true beer flavors to mature. I was following the basic instructions in the book that came with the product and I was drinking the beer within 3 weeks from making it. I see from what other people are saying it seems that you need the batch really sit undisturbed for a couple of months before drinking. I just picked up two different refills for my 2 barrels and made them today. I will bottle them in about 3 weeks and then I'll let the bottles sit another 9 weeks before I open and sample. | 0negative
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Works as expected
I just recently purchased this Salad Shooter because my daughter has one which has lasted and worked quite well. So far, I have sliced onions and potatoes thinly which made great home style potatoes. I have grated parmesan cheese. So far that is all I have done with it. But I am very pleased. It was easy to figure out--easy to detach and attach parts--easy to clean--and works well. I really like it and would recommend it to others. | 1positive
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Snowflakes for Christmas cookies
I ordered these a little late, all my cookies were already made, but I look forward to using them next Christmas. I think they'll make beautiful cookies, after decorating. | 1positive
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i am loving it
this toaster works perfectly fine. i used to always use the big traditional oven to just heat one or 2 pieces of chicken. now with this toaster its faster than before and its crispy also. worth the money 100% | 1positive
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get a rolled pad, not a folded one
I bought two of these pads: one 8x10 and one 10x14 (or so). They were billed as "premium" rug pads by a local dealer. The trouble is that they are folded so tightly in their "bag" they actually stretch (apparently permanently). They will not lay flat on a hardwood floor -- even after a week or two. One is under a relatively lightweight handmade rug, but the other is under a very dense and heavy (~ 150 lb) handmade rug; both have "mountains" that don't go away and are a tripping hazard.I have a cheaper pad from a department store rug shop that has been perfect for 10 years (under another rug) -- we brought it home "rolled" and it has been smooth and wrinkle-free from day one. Like this pad, it has a rubber side and a "grippy" side and I wish I had bought more. | 0negative
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Great for Smoothies
My 23 and 21 year old love this machine. Great action for smoothies. Only occasionally will some fruit remain stuck at the bottom and they'll have to stop, stir and restart to get the item pulverized. | 1positive
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best measuring cup ever
I got one of these from pampered chef and use it all the time. My daughter had one but it broke when it hit the floor. She missed it soooo much. Pampered Chef no longer sells them but I found this through Amazon and got it for her. She was thrilled to have it. the old ones from Pampered Chef did not have the lid. | 1positive
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Not great...
I'm a fairly serious BBQ'er and have had several remote thermometers over the years. This one is a dissapointment. A few problems:1. This one indicated that it comes with two temperature probes thatcan be both used simultaneously. It turns out that one can be used for food and the other has to be used to monitor the ambient temperature in the smoker. I don't know any serious BBQ'er who uses a pit that doesn't have at least one built in temperature gauge. So essentially the second probe is useless for most people.2. The interface for setting the mins and max alarms on the food and smoker is fairly counter intuitive. I had to read the manual a couple of times to figure it out.3. The transmitter and receiver don't always re-bind so you have to go through a binding procedure to get the two talking.4. As other's have observed, you have to remove the battery cover on the transmitter to turn it on and off. And it takes a coin or screw driver to remove the battery cover!? Not great. | 0negative
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A hit!
I got this product for a gift, and they loved the knife set. I got the black set, and it was really nice looking! | 1positive
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Bad product
I should have given this product time before reviewing as now I need to edit my 1st review. This product within 3 months of my son using it (he's 29 and 165 lbs.) is now useless. I bought it for my twin guest bed that is extra firm, at first, it was adequate and seemed better than an egg crate. Within 3 months it lost it's cushion in the middle between his chest and butt, and now it's like having nothing on the bed. I paid too much for this to have given out so soon. It's not like he's that big a guy. I thought at first it was better than an egg crate topper but now know better. Starts out with a bang and ends quickly with a thud. | 0negative
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Ok, but died after 2 years
This unit worked well for three years EDIT: (3 seasons of use, just over 2 years of actual operation) //EDIT and then decided to quit. I would think that it would last longer, especially since it replaced one that was 10 years old. Good thing I did not get rid of the old one (it's a big ole 2.5 foot cube and quite hefty), it's back in service.While it was working, I liked this unit. Small and relatively quiet. I just expected more longevity out of it.EDIT: After replying to a comment and thinking about it, actual run time for this unit was only about 12 months since I only use it during the summer months. I have downgraded my rating from 3 to 2 stars. | 0negative
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Infinity vac
This is my least favorite upright vacuum of any I've owned. It replaced one of the original Fantom Fury vacs; I knew the Fantom would be a tough act to follow, and that the Infinity would take some getting used to. A year later, I'm not only still not used to it, I hate it. The keyword for this vac is "inconvenient". The electrical cord runs from the bottom and is in the way, which is a nuisance. Some molded parts on the casing have cracked or broken (including one of the cord clips that is supposed to keep the cord out of the way); not the kind of parts that can be replaced. The clip to hold the hose up out of the way doesn't work; the hose is too heavy for it, and the clip can't be closed tighter to hold it. Emptying the canister, dealing with too many filters, all a mess. This thing also overheats and shuts itself off faster than anything I've ever used. I am told that it isn't defective; it's just the way it is. Bulky to move around, the attachments don't work terribly well. Don't even think of putting those attachments where they're supposed to fit on-board -- everything is in the way of everything else. I did check out reviews before I bought it -- wish I'd paid more attention to the negative ones. Do yourself a favor and save your money. This one isn't worth it. | 0negative
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Nice mixer but it broke
Blah, blah, blah...what a nice mixer to have for my museum kitchen. Yes it worked ok while it worked, but it just broke. I don't know why, but from what I've read, it will cost at least $100 to find out and fix. My $200 mixer just became a $300 mixer with no warranty.From now on I'll just use a cheaper mixer (or do it by hand). | 0negative
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Martex Dual Control Queen Heated Blanket
I am in the process of returning it because only one side works. | 0negative
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Ideal Mug
Its a great mug for both hot and cold beverages. And since it is glass it goes with everything. I like the fact I can put all of the same cup on the table with my corelle ware regardless of what people will be drinking. It is heavy duty but with the handle and the lip at the bottom easy to hold even for someone with limited mobility. And I love the size of it. When I drink coffee I always want two cups worth so this holds it all at one time. | 1positive
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simple but festive!
I love these glasses. They are universally good for different wines, classically shaped, of average width, for those of us who do not have the space or the desire or the money to buy glasses for different wines. They make nice festive and cheerful "ding" sounds when you toast. | 1positive
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beware
I ordered a pair of these for a renovation. Out of the box, the doors wouldn't close properly and the middle mirrors are loose. I can't tell if they were damaged in transit or just made very cheaply. Particle board and MDF will not hold up to bathroom moisture! [...] | 0negative
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Best cookie sheet I have used!
Bought one a few years ago and I think its the best I've ever used. We just bought this new one to add to our supply and will never use another kind. Even with the texture the items don't stick and cook and brown evenly. Don't put it in the dishwasher tho or it will get discolored but still works just as good. If your looking for a great cookie sheet look no further, this is it! | 1positive
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Great Vac for the Price
This is my first upright vacuum ever. Second time bag-less. This Hoover upright was a gift. I used one at a neighbors home & loved it. Then I got it for my birthday the next week! Heavier than I thought it would be - for a petite 100 pound female. (upper body strength will be required more often). Heavy means quality -- I hope. Assembly was super easy. Attachments are sufficient. Cord keeper is awesome. Sucking power is pretty good on my purple shag carpet. I am diggin it so far! | 1positive
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Oster 4207 Electric Wine Opener
This is a wonderful product that works very well. I ended up giving this as a gift with a bottle of wine to several of my friends for Christmas. One thank you note had a funny comment - "We enjoyed the wine opener so much we opened some additional bottles just for fun". No more pulling, tugging or half broken corks! | 1positive
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Excellent!!
This product is a great deal and a must have for your mattress. We couldn't be happier. A pure joy to sleep on! | 1positive
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Great Product
This grill is wonderful. No problems and cooks everything from steak and hamburgers to salmon patties to perfection. | 1positive
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Awesome little heater! Works like a charm!
This is the perfect little heater and I know space heaters as I own about 3 of them already. I use this one at work. We aren't supposted to have space heaters but it is soooo cold at work that I would be absolutely miserable without it. Because of the size, it's easy for me to keep this one out of sight. I keep it plugged in to its own surge protecting power strip so it doesn't ever disturb the other computers in the area. When I leave for the day, I can lock it up in one of my filing cabinets. I can't say enough good things about it. I love the thermostat feature, if I get too warm, it's easy to turn down. I just ordered a second one for my bathroom. If you need a tiny space heater that really warms you up, then this is the one! | 1positive
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Very attractive spice rack!
I've never had a spice rack before; I always thought that they were a waste of space. In my old house, I kept my mis-matched store-bought spices in a deep drawer, and this worked fine. In my new home, however, I no longer had the drawer space to do this. On the other hand, I had the space to store a spice rack beneath the counter, so I began looking for a spice rack with a handle that I could pull out when needed. I also wanted something with fairly large jars that could easily be refilled, AND I wanted the rack to match my brand-new stainless steel appliances, some of which (such as the range) have black accents.After much searching online, I decided on this rack from Olde Thompson. I liked that it holds 20 jars (many of the racks I looked at hold only 8-16), that the jars were glass with dual-sided flip lids, that the rack itself was stainless, and that the entire rack turns on a lazy Susan-like mechanism. Upon receiving my rack, I was very impressed--it looks even better in person! In fact, it is so nice in appearance and has such a relatively small profile that I have kept it out on the counter, which I had not planned to do. (See uploaded photos.)Olde Thompson does not guarantee which spices are included, but here is what I received: oregano, rosemary, parsley, basil, thyme, marjoram, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, caraway, celery seed, cumin, ginger, sesame seed, fennel, italian seasoning, chives, sage, black pepper, chili powder. I was relatively pleased, as most of these are fairly commonly used spices. However, my two MOST commonly used spices, garlic salt and garlic powder, were not included; curry is missing as well. Also, even though each spice jar had a separate inner plastic seal, I have some doubts about the freshness of the spices.I had always planned to swap about some of the spices I do not use with some of the ones I do, so I also purchased the Olde Thompson empty spice jars which are sold separately. Although these appear to be the same as the ones on this rack--i.e., they are also 3 oz. and have similar silver/black flip-top lids--the lids on the empty jars are higher, make the replacement bottles bigger (see photo). Still, those bottles can be used as replacements if you break one of your jars; just swap out the lids. I was able to make new labels using aDymo LetraTag Personal Label Maker. If you look at my uploaded photo, you'll see that my new labels are VERY close to the ones that came with the original jars (which are actually more like rub-on letters than actual labels--i.e., they cannot be peeled off, only scratched off).In the end, I'm glad I purchased this rack, and I would recommended it. However, it would have been better if the spices had been fresher and if some matching empty jars/labels had been included. | 1positive
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LOVE
I have just begun to build my collection of Fiesta & I am in LOVE.. heavy duty quality with bright & fun colors!! | 1positive
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Waste of money
My roomate and I both are upset at this scale being a total waste of money! You can get on and off the scale and with in moments it can show a difference of up to 10 lbs! I wanted a scale that was consistent for home use, and apparently, that is not possible with out buying a professional scale like the one at the doctors office.CK | 0negative
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Very nice instrument that doesn't work
We were unable to get the wind speed component to work although the other components did work. As this was the main reason we wanted it for, we asked for another. Apex Supplier sent another immediately. They were also very good about returning the defective ones. After receiving the second one and not getting it to work either, we emailed Oregon Scientific directly to see if we were doing something wrong. We got one automatic email saying they would get back to us within 4 days, which they never did. Evidently Oregon Scientific is having quality control issues. | 0negative
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disappointed
My son (now 4) loves cars, so when I saw this bed frame, I thought this is it! Well, looks can fool you. I also read many glowing reviews about this bed frame, so I was confident that this was a MUST buy. But after using it for a while (1 year now), I am very disappointed. If I would buy another bed frame, this one would not be in my shopping list.What I and all my family don't like about this frame :1. The front end of the car frame is shaped like a sports car, so people hit that protruding part all the time when walking in the room, making people falter sometimes.2. Since it is made of plastic, it gets really cold, and it really feels terrible. I don't know why it is damn cold all the time.3. I had to exchange the regular-height box spring for a half-height one, because the regular-height box spring would be too high and the sides of the bed frame would not provide adequate protection against falling.4. So many toys and things fall between the mattress and the bed frame. I have to lift the damn mattress and then go into the car frame to pick up all the junk that my son loves to shove into the little openings.5. I think the bed frame takes up way too much space for a twin sized bed. It is waste of space.6. My son was disappointed that the wheels don't spin. And I think he has a point, since this bed frame costs so much. My son now don't even think it's a cool thing. Well, he stopped liking the bed only after a few days.7. The head part of the bed is also plastic, and for some reason, your head can go under that plastic, because that head part comes over the mattress. It is quite annoying, and we had to put another pillow to cover that part of the frame. And you can't even use it as a shelf since it is not flat. Dolls and little toys that we put up there would slide down to hit our son or slide to the sides and fall into the corner where there is a big opening between the walls and the car frame.8. Again, it is very very cold, and it really feels terrible when you want to sleep at night and everything around you is so cold and hard.This is a miserable bed, and I feel bad that I bought this horrible bed for my loving son. We are gonna sell it for 100 dollars (we hope) in the summer.The only reason for giving 2 stars is because, it is very solid. | 0negative
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Disappointed
Le Creuset cookware is my favorite, but this grill is an exception. It is an absolute nightmare to clean. I worked on it off and on for 3 days. My advice is to skip this item, and use the other, enamel-coated cast iron that makes Le Creuset so great. | 0negative
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MORNING DISAPPOINTMENT
AFTER USING THE COFFEE MAKER SEVERAL TIMES IT QUIT MAKING COFFEE. I SENT IT BACK AND RECEIVED A REPLACEMENT WHICH DID THE SAME THING. ONCE AGAIN I RETURNED IT AND WON'T GET ANOTHER ONE NEEDLESS TO SAY. AMAZON WAS REALLY GOOD ABOUT REPLACING THE FIRST ONE AND I AM WAITING TO SEE IF THE CREDIT COMES THROUGH AS QUICKLY. | 0negative
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Valerie Jo
I love it. I have been making my favorite cheese fondues for the past 15 years in my regular pans on the stove. I decided it was time to invest in a fondue pot. I thought it would be fun to serve several fondues at the same time so I purchased a cast iron one first because I liked the idea of being able to cook the fondue in the pot on the stove and then move it directly to the fondue burner. The cheese burned and stuck to the bottom and was very hard to clean. My next pot had a ceramic insert and I filled the copper pot with water and placed the insert inside. I had to cook the fondue in a seperate pan on the stove and transfer it over to the ceramic one. This pot didn't keep the fondue hot enough and the cheese began to set up. I purchased this nonstick pot and loved it the first time I used it. I cooked the cheese in the fondue pot on the stove and transfered the pot to the burner. It stayed hot and didn't burn and the clean up was a snap! Perfect for what I was looking for. | 1positive
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Waste of money -- 0 stars
Half the bread is charred, the other half not even toasted. Even if you interrupt the toasting halfway through and reposition the bread you STILL can't get an even toast.The designers also put form over function. The wide bottom may look retro cool but I'd rather have the counter space. | 0negative
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Not what I expected
This was a very light roasted coffee as such was packed with caffeine. Made the mistake to assume that a review stating this was Lavazza's stongest coffee meant darkest roast. On a positive note, there is no bitterness or sour acid after taste. I wish Lavazza would offer a dark bean at the level of a french or italian roast. So far I have tried the Gran Filtro Dark Roast, Grand Whole Bean and Qualita Oro with no luck. | 0negative
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You'll only ever need this machine.
My mother had a sumeet, as did her mother. The blenders have done my family good for many years, and all the sumeets in my family are still currently in use, all these years later. I just bought my first one in Jackson Heights (in Queens, NY) for $150. Best money I've ever spent. The Asia Grinding Jar reduced my cocoanut to a fine powder that was like the freshly fallen snow. The Spice Grinder Jar took my toasted coriander seeds to an ultra fine powder. The tall, traditional jar made quick work of a whole lot of ice, and brought forth a cool, slushy beverage. It's worth ever penny.UPDATE: The grinder died on me in 3 months. I sent it in to get repaired. Don't do this. I haven't heard from them since. | 0negative
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Aroma - 1-1/2-Liter Cordless Water Kettle
This kettle is fantastic. Heats water quickly and holds the amount I need. It's a little awkward getting the opening under a low sink head to fill it up but perfectly manageable.The cord is a little short, but hasn't caused me any real pain. Also makes a bit of noise when it's heating, which freaked me out at first. Creates quite a lot of steam, so don't place under anything. I saw a small pool of water under it one day.. Not really sure if that was from heating it or if I accidentally spilled though.Overall, a great purchase. | 1positive
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Good travel iron, not so much for regular use
We bought this almost six months ago and found it to be a nice compact and light travel iron that could be easily used with just a electrical plug adapter while in Europe. We were in Europe for an extended stay and had to use it regularly. There was occasional leakage problems, but that was probably due to the fact that my wife used distilled water exclusively, as the owner's manual directed one to use regular tap water. The main problem is the electrical cord. When packed into it's carrying case, it is a bit too tight and thus damaged the cord near to where it connects to the iron. The protecting "collar" on the cord wasn't long enough to protect it. If we knew this beforehand, we would've been more careful and could've fashioned a "collar" of our own. Now it is not heating up. I'm trying to replace the cord myself, but it doesn't look like it will be possible to put it back together so that it can function well. It is a shame as it was functioning rather well. | 0negative
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Coffee Fan
My husband loves to make coffee with the Chemex coffee maker. They are good coffee filters. Hard to make coffee without filters :) | 1positive
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Hit of the party!
I bought one of these at a garage sale. This thing couldn't be easier to use, simply fill to the line and let freeze (about 24hrs). The trick to remove the ice is let it sit on the counter for about a half hour, then flip it over. Do not run water over it or try to force the block out, the ice will crack and so will the mold. I have made about a dozen without a single problem.I made a rack where I can stack three at a time, like water falls where it will flow from to the other, talk about a brain freeze! I can fit 5 of these in a cooler so the lugeing never stops! | 1positive
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Works GREAT!
I just bought a Nespresso Pixie machine and had the option of buying one with a built-in milk steamer/frother for $99 extra. Eek! I'm sure it would have produced milk froth like no other, but I decided to pass. I found this little gem and tried it out this morning. I heated up milk in the microwave for about a minute, then frothed it. It took about 10 seconds, tops. Viola--perfect latte! It also comes with a nice stand. Looks like a fantastic product to me! I'd also add that it does NOT come with the 2 AA batteries it requires. | 1positive
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Can't Replace a Real Gas or Charcoal Grill.
This "grill" is not good for cooking red meats. The grill cooks with a combination of direct heat from the grill and steam given off by the food you're cooking and captured by the cover. The result is a very juicy and tender piece of meat, but it just doesn't taste right and the texture is also different. Every steak I have cooked taste like a steak you'd get on airplane....yes AIRPLANE FOOD. It's very good for grilling vegetables, OK for seafood, acceptable for chicken and pork, and completely unacceptable for any form of red meat(Beef & Lamb).I purchased this product because they started cracking down on the use of outdoor grills at the building I live in and I wanted an alternative. Friends had given me mixed reviews on this product, but the reviews I read here at Amazon convinced me.THIS IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR A REAL GRILL. If you absolutely positively have no alternative and you must have some sort of outdoor cooking device, this grill may suffice, but I do not recommend it and I wish I would have never bought it. | 0negative
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Very soft but slightly thick
I love these sheets now. They're a bargain but, when I first got them they smelt like paint. I bought them in white because of the reviews saying the color washes out. They are very comfy with my new bed. | 1positive
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Poor quality control of returned item.
West Bend 53783 1-3/4-Quart Cordless Water Kettle, BlackThe Kettle looked as if oppened. When used it did not boil but heated a small amount then turned off. It looked to me it was a returned item and was put back on shelf. I have not returned item. I did not want to see the cycle restared but be sure I will never buy another. | 0negative
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Handy-ist gizmo in the kitchen!
I had this exact small appliance for 10+ years and wore it out. It's my favorite small appliance in my kitchen. It does everything! | 1positive
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Great Product; Poor Shipping Practices
Ordered this product for my grandmother as I had already purchased one a few years ago locally. The product delivered was not as pictured. I expected the purple tank but rec'd green. Wouldn't have been so bad but the first shipment the base was damaged and so was the second shipment. Finally, not due to an improvement in their shipping practice, only by mere chance the third iron was not damaged. | 1positive
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Don't buy it
This set of sheets is the worst I have ever purchased. The label says: 100% Egyptian cotton made in Spain ... But you can find better quality in any store as Marshall s or TJ Maxx for the same price. They are not like any 400 t-count or egyptian cotton I have ever seen; they are rougher than 100 t-count, they do not feel like cotton. Terrible quality! Don't buy it ! | 0negative
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Would Not Recommend
Yes, the snap-on storage is nice. But I don't like this mixer because: (1) It is so loud it hurts my ears; (2) it's heavy; (3) one beater tends to fall out; and (4) the slowest speeds are too fast. I'm donating this one and buying a different brand. | 0negative
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Great - if you like legos
This vacuum cleaner is a piece of junk: it is constantly falling apart, shutting off while I am vacuuming, and is overall a headache. The upper handle is constantly falling off causing the Turbobrush to crash to the ground and breaks apart into pieces - so if you need to use the upper handle to transfer the vacuum up/down stairs, be prepared for littering your home with Bissell pieces. I have not figured out why it keeps shutting off while I'm vacuuming and dirt container keeps coming loose, shutting the vacuum off.Please, for the sake of your home and your sanity, purchase ANY other vacuum! | 0negative
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Steamer doesn't work
First off, this steamer didn't clean anything like it was supposed to. Other than producing steam and leaving streaks on my mirror, it did nothing else. Then when I returned it, the company told me they never received the return and refuse to give me my money back. Absolutely the worst customer service department. No helpful at all. Don't buy this product!! | 0negative
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Javahead
This product is a light roast. It is very good. If you like a stronger brew try the Costa Rican blend. These pods fit in Melitta brewers(make sure the pod is completely in the holder), and older Senseo makers. | 1positive
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would have been great...if not shipped broken!
Ordered, spent extra for 1 day shipping--only to receive broken. Mirror/Glass cracked 3 ways. My best guess it left the company this way, doubt was broken during shipment as it was packages in a larger, uncrushed box. Returning...will try one more time from this co. to see if replacement better taken care of. | 0negative
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Brusha Brusha Brusha
Works Great! Seems of good quality. Would purchase again, if needed..Just adding these word so it will go through | 1positive
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Not soft at all
I was very disappointed when I bought a set of these sheets for my husband last christmas. We put them on the bed, and I didn't sleep comfortably the whole time they were on. They were very itchy against my skin, and I hoped washing them would remedy the problem, but no such luck. We put them back on the bed, and again, I slept terribly. We haven't used them since. Thank goodness they were on sale, and I only spent $12.99 on them! | 0negative
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The Giver Reviewed
"The Giver" by Lois Lowry.This book is about a boy named Jonas and a man named the Giver.Jonas and the Giver live in a dull, boring communtiy. no one sees color and everything has to be the same.You don't have an age you are a one, two........ When you are a twelve you are assined a job. But when the ceromony of the tweleves come the chief Elder skipped his number Jonas gets scared. "What did I do wrong" Janas asked himself.But finally the Chief Elder says"I know all of you think I have made a mistake but we have saved best for last Jonas is going to be the reciever of Memorey."The giver is the only person who has books. Jonas's favorite memorey was Christmas.The theme of this story is that no places is perfect.Lois Lowry had a great idea to make this story. I really liked this book. I recomend it to you. | 1positive
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Good recipe - product not needed
I have been making yogurt in my rice cooker for a couple of years...yes, my rice cooker. My quest for the perfect yogurt recipe ended here. I provided a product identical to Greek yogurt. The recipe is outstanding and delivers a thick rich premium product that can be used in many cooking applications including Indian curries, baking, breads, dressings and other recipes requiring milk or other soft or liquid dairy forms excepting cheese. Adding sugar, honey or a sugar substitute will create an Asian style yogurt similar to Vietnamese yogurt which is used as a dessert with fruit or berries. Condensed (sweetened) milkNestle Carnation Evaporated Milk, 8 Can of 12 Oz (354 Ml)can be substituted for the 12 ounces of evaporated milkNestle Carnation Evaporated Milk, 8 Can of 12 Oz (354 Ml).I have not tried goats milkMeyenberg Evaporated Goat Milk, 12-Ounce Cans (Pack of 12)as a substitute for the evaporated milk or soy milk but I see no reason why the results would not be similar or equal. | 0negative
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Returned Item!
Before purchasing this Eureka 71B Hand-Held Vacuum, some of the reviews I had read commented on the vacuum being heavy, which I did not feel that would be a problem. However, at 7 lbs., it is WAY too heavy, and cumbersome, for using on the stairs as I intended! I did not even try the vacuum, knowing I was going to promptly return it. | 0negative
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This is Great
My husband thought I was crazy for making this purchase. I was tired of throwing away spinach, romaine and other lettuces. I couldn't eat them fast enough before they would get wilted. I love this product. At the beginning of the week, I chop all of my lettuce - put it in the Lettuce Keeper and it's still crisp by the end of the week. And my husband noticed the difference too. | 1positive
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I wish that I had bought one for myself, too!
This clock is great! I bought it for my 11 year old son for a Christmas gift. He loves it. It supposedly takes 2 to 10 minutes to automatically set itself. Ours took twelve (our kids were in a small panick) but was worth the extra wait. The time shines in red on your ceiling in nice, large numbers... probably 6 inches by 15 inches and is very clear and easy to see, even when it is not completely dark in the room. I only wish that the blue back-light would stay lit. When you press the the button, it only stays lit for 5 seconds. I have to say that the red numbers on the ceiling scare our 5 year old son, but he doesn't mind it when we position the clock to shine on the wall. All in all, I wish I had thought to buy a second one for my room. It is a real bargain and definitely worth buying. | 1positive
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It was cheap and I got what I paid for
Magnet is weak and the product is cheap. I can barely get a hot lid out of the water bath. 1/2 the time the lid falls back into the pan. I was expecting a magnet that could lift the lid from the center and instead the lid dangles from an edge. I could probably make something better myself from arts & craft supplies. Maybe that's what they mean by 'Back to Basics'... | 0negative
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Shattered into the candy
I make toffee all year long. Different kinds, different topping, different levels of crunch. I have been searching for a new candy thermometer since mine got lost in our last move. My husband found this one and was so excited to give it to me because I'd been searching for quite a while. I used it once and it was inaccurate and my toffee was too soft. I tried again and the thermometer cracked in the heat (at only 200) and shattered into the candy!!! It is hollow glass and, I guess, just couldn't stand up to the job. | 0negative
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good heater, good temperature control
i have used other lasko products. this one is the best.good product overall. very quiet, able to keep temperature at the same level by auto mode. highly recommended!!!only bad thing about this heater is that the temperature displayed is usually higher than room temperature.if u want ur room to be set at 70 degree. it will be a good idea to set the temperature to around 72-74(2-4degree higher than the temperature u wanted). so that u get the room temperature (70) u want.this product also has a good fan! quiet but blow hot air to at least 10feet away.buy this one! ^_^ | 1positive
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A must-have on any office worker's desk
At least if you have to have your morning coffee, tea or other hot beverage. Gotta get me one for home, because now I'm spoiled. | 1positive
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A Great Toaster Oven
This is a beautiful little toaster oven and it works really well for me. It has a lot of space and it's beautiful in the kitchen, I just love the way it looks. It hasn't shown any wear or tear on the inside so far and my food comes out just as it should. This is a very good quality product. | 1positive
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The perfect size
Perfect size for casseroles. 1 1/2 qt is too small; 2 1/2 qt is too big. This is the perfect size. And nothing bakes like Pyrex. | 1positive
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Really nice dinnerware
We registered for these, in blue, and I could not be happier. I'm actually shocked to see reviews that say these are fragile, or can't be microwaved. I have found these dishes very sturdy.My silly husband keeps leaving the butter dish precariously on the door of the fridge, and it has fallen out several times onto a linoleum floor and not even chipped. I actually smacked one of the mugs into the counter once, and it chipped the counter - mug unscathed! This compared to our previous Ikea dishes, that would break if nudged in the sink.I also microwave these constantly, particularly the small plate, and put them in the dishwasher, and haven't had any problems yet. I've had them six months.I love the color, and the size, of these dishes. Especially the mug; there is nothing more satisfying than settling down with this deep mug filled with coffee in the morning. Previous reviews are correct, the insulation on these dishes is spectacular. The bowls are also big and shallow, perfect for cereal. I really adore these dishes. | 1positive
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Nice Mug
I would have given it a 5 star rating except for the price being high so I knocked it down one. This is a nice mug, perfect size, well made. Will last many years, lifetime? I use mine all the time. | 1positive
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a great saucepam
I have to say that I wouldn't think of myself as writing a review of cookware, given that I am not a great chef or anything. But this saucepan is really amazing. I love that it is stainless, so it does not react with foods in the pan. I also love that the handle does not get hot even though the pan is on the stove. The handle stays cool. But the best part is the feel of the pan. It has a lot of heft. It is perfect for soups, sauces, and heating up a can of whatever. And the price is also amazing - these pans run for a LOT higher in stores. | 1positive
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Happy Happy.....
Picked this one up and LOVE IT. 475 watts allows you to make doughs that other mixers can do, but not for any length of time.It's substantial, unlike hand mixers or other stand mixers it sounds like it's doing the job but not struggling through the task. It starts out slow no matter the setting you choose (helps to keep you from creating a flour cloud). Included Wire Whisk, Dough hook, and paddle stirrer. Was able to whisk egg whites to still peaks for my recipe in no time.Next stop the ice cream attachment. With the power of the motor it will handle it with no problem. | 1positive
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The Giver
Imagine a world with no pain and no suffering. Imagine a world where marriage partners are selected and children are assigned to a family. Imagine a world with no color, no war, no pain, no suffering. Imagine a world with no sunshine, no snow, no hills, and no memory. Imagine a world where everyone is equal and all choices are predestined. Welcome to Jonas' world.Jonas lives in the world of Sameness. Memory has been removed from the citizens to eliminate pain and suffering. Everyone in the community has a job that is assigned to them when they turn 12. Jonas, upon turning 12, was honored by being selected as the next Receiver of Memory. He begins to train with The Giver, the previous Receiver of Memory, who holds all memories of former life and soon realizes that he fails to experience not only the bad in life, but also the good. After several weeks of training, Jonas discovers a shattering secret and despite the dictated laws for his job, he plans action against the ironically corrupt system.Having read "The Giver" when I was in 3rd grade, I didn't note on all the symbolism and the deeper meaning behind the book. Once I reread it, however, I was amazed. I was amazed that one author could create such a scene and predicament within one story that raises so many questions. When I finished the book the second time, I sat back for a couple minutes and simply thought, "Wow!" Even though "The Giver" reads on the level of a 3rd grader, I would recommend not picking up this book until mature themes become evident in everyday reading.Overall, "The Giver" was a phenomenal book. Lois Lowry's style and diction depicts what the perfect world could be like, while throwing the ultimate question into play: would it be worth living without pain if you also had to live without joy? | 1positive
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Waste of "time"...and money.
I purchased this clock about 2 years ago, and it has been a real let-down for me. I was actually surprised to see this clock still being produced/and or sold on the market. Where to begin?...The idea of a portable alarm clock-radio with both analog and digital displays, and nature sounds seemed like a great thing. However, I had problems with the clock the first week I had it, and now it barely functions. (Should have sent it back, I know, but I didn't) The amber display is somewhat appealing, but is always on when plugged in. The angle of the face of the clock is always slanted back a bit, making it difficult to see the digital read-out unless your bed sits higher than the clock. The radio is very difficult to tune, and reception is less than desireable. As far as the nature sounds go, you would think the idea is to provide a soothing soundscape of nature's best, but you immediately notice the overlapping of the sound sequences (which last only about 15 seconds and then repeat). One of the sounds is from "the forest", and you can hear a wolf or some animal howl in the distance, but 10 seconds later, you hear it again...and again...and it actually becomes very annoying!!The time-set/ alarm-set buttons on the clock's top side barely work now (I have to push as hard as I can to get them to work), and the radio/ nature sounds just stop working sometimes (until one day I figured out that if you close the face of the clock and then re-open it, they sometimes work again-as if being reset or something.)The snooze bar is one of the few, if any, positive aspects of this clock, as it is very big and easily allows you to silence the nature sounds or alarms with ease. There are three alarms, which gradually get louder after starting, and after each time you hit snooze, which is a positive thing about this clock. Timex has been around for a long time, but they really needed to spend more time at the drawing board on this one. It's really not worth the "time" or money. | 0negative
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The thermometer that comes with sucks.
As I was warming my milk I couldn't figure out why it wouldn't heat above 120... causing me to slowly keep turning up the heat... and scalding the milk..... Finally AFTER I decided I was about to give up because the milk wouldn't get hot enough, I put my own personal meat thermometer in and it said 180!! The thermometer is WRONG! And no, I wasn't looking at the celcius numbers, I was looking at the farenheit numbers. GR! Will see how well the yogurt maker works. | 0negative
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Excellent quality value.
This is a handy and attractive cheese plane with a very sharp blade that cuts from every angle, glides easily and produces thin, clean and effortless slices every time. Its sharp blade never seems to need sharpening, and its hefty body fits comfortably in the hand, making it require less force to operate than the more traditional cheese planes do, and rendering it perfect for either firm or soft cheese.Like the rest of the products from the OXO Good Grips line, this one is a great value of superior quality, unsurpassed durability and flawless performance. Its ergonomic design and big, pressure-absorbing, outstanding non-slip grip, complete with flexible fins to accommodate your fingers and an oversized hole for easy hanging, allow you comfortable, daily, wet or dry use. Its elegant, stylized shape makes it perfect to move back and forth between the kitchen and the dinner table.Its easy-to-clean, simple construction and dishwasher-safe, hard-wearing materials make this a tool that you will be able to depend on for years, and its stainless-steel metal parts will permanently keep your rust worries away.After submitting this product to over two years of normal use, mine is still just like new. I even use it on blocks of chocolate, to make fast-melting slices when I bake.--Reviewed by M. E. Volmar | 1positive
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Gunner
The crusher workes great and I received fast from the supplier. Save room on can for those that can take cans and turn them in for cash... | 1positive
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[Update] Best Coffee Maker I've Ever Owned
March 2009 Update -- Now I've been using this coffee maker for approx. 2 1/2 years and it still makes great coffee. Sure, using it daily, it's beginning to show a little wear, but not much. I've gone to using a #4 gold plated permanent coffee filter (which fits fine) instead of paper ones. The main reason is better taste, not the so-called #3 issue (see below). I'm thinking seriously about buying another one to keep in the box for when the day comes that this one finally craps out -- It;s THAT good!. Bottom line - Buy this coffee pot! The following is the review I left over a year ago: I've had this coffee maker for a year now and recommend it without hesitation. I'm "picky" about coffee pots, and haven't been happy with any I've had for 3 or 4 years. I researched coffee makers for about three months before buying the Zojirushi and I'm extremely happy! Two things I've seen comments on: The lid on the carafe can sometimes be difficult to loosen. Two solutions: dont' tighten so tight (duh!), or grab a dish towel to give more grip. It really hasn't been an issue for me. The other thing is the so-called #3 coffee filters. (I've never seen a #3 in my life.) #2 filters will work, but may let your coffee grounds wash over & into the coffee. #4 filters stick up a little too high. My solution is really simple - simply use scissors and trim off about a half-inch across the top of the filter. No need to measure - if it's close, it works fine. This thing brews the best-tasting coffee I've ever made at home. You can spend a lot more money on other coffee makers, but this one is the best! | 1positive
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Satan's Coffeemaker
In the mornings, when you need your caffiene the most, this coffeemaker is a sick joke. It makes sludge, not coffee, and I have tried every different brewing method with no success (water to grounds ratio, paper vs. metal filter, fine and coarse grind, grinding fresh beans) This coffeemaker has taken perfectly good coffee and turned it into bilge every time. I gave mine away today and I feel guilty about foisting it on others. Nice going, Cuisinart. | 0negative
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Thick and Smooth
We were desperate to find pillowcases and I finally thought to look on Amazon. Why did it take me so long? These are wonderful. They were very inexpensive, and they are so well made. I'm going to buy the sheets too. The smokey blue and the chocolate are both a lovely color as well. | 1positive
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great buy!
Iv'e had these for a bit over two weeks. Put then right on bed straight from the package and slept like a baby ! They are thick , but soft and cool. After 1st wash they still are soft and cool and I had no wrinkle problems. ( folded them straight from cool down on dryer.) very happy with these and would buy again when price is right! | 1positive
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Lasted a couple of months
Already regretting buying these. Bought 3 sets and all are starting to come apart along the sides. I've never had towels wear like this...I usually just get tired of them after a few years and toss. These are coming apart at the sides--a sign of poor manufacturing. Egyptian, in this case, means poorly made in a sweat shop. Do not buy! Note: This is my first review of a product from Amazon. I have purchased many items but never felt like I needed to review until now. Buyer beware. | 0negative
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magnetic knife holder
this knife magnet is really well made and substantial. it looks so professional.I love it.make sure you measure the space where you want to put it;this is pretty large. | 1positive
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Wouldn't want to be without them!
I've had this set of cutters for over a year and have used them more times than I can count. I use the largest size to make hamburger buns, the smaller sizes to make bite size cookies. There's sizes perfect for sandwich cookies,sugar cookies and biscuits. You have a choice of scalloped edge or flip it over and use a straight edge. They've easily cut every type dough I've used them on and they come packaged in a clear round container than keeps them all together instead of being scattered in different drawers and cabinets. I have two large boxes of cookie cutters but this is the set I always reach for. | 1positive
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nice and hot
I got one for myself for work, and another one for a gift for someone else. The cord is plenty long. The on/off switch is on the unit (right where it should be), and the little red light is handy to confirm that is "on".The diameter of the heating pad itself is 3-3/8 inches from inside edge to inside edge. Other people have measured 3.6 inches, but that is from the outer edge to outer edge (i.e., the edge is beveled). My ceramic mug/cup fits that area exactly. I tested it at work today. It was very hot to the touch (uncomfortably so), and it kept my hot chocolate hot. Yes, the liquid was hot, not warm. The liquid was not scalding hot, but drinking hot. Very nice. I'm very happy with my purchase, and it will make a great gift as well.I suspect that it does a better job at keeping liquid hot when the cup/mug covers most of the heating pad (like mine does). So, if you have a cup that is wider at the top, but narrower at the bottom, then it might not keep the liquid as hot (if the cup is full). So, I recommend going to the dollar store and getting a mug with a wide base (that's what I did)...just make sure that the edge of the base is 3-3/8 inches in diameter or less.Some reviewers made comments about mugs/cups being flat or not. My mug base is not flat; it is slightly concave; but that doesn't matter; the liquid was kept hot.keyword: measure, measurement | 1positive
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HoMedics Rainforest Fountain
I returned this product to the manufacturer. I wanted something to mask the sounds typically heard at night (plumbing, furnace, a car going down the street, etc.) but my computer's fan is louder than this thing. Not a good deal for the money. | 0negative
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Awesome scoop for young coconuts
I love young coconuts for smoothies, puddings and creamy desserts. I needed a sturdy scoop to scrape out the young coconut meat. This scoop has the perfect round shape, strength, and great grip to scoop inside the husk, and the corners help to scrape out every last bit of goodness. I throw all it into a blender with the coconut water, add fresh fruit and ice, and blend it into the best, healthiest "ice cream" ever. | 1positive
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Small and Wonderful
This is almost a hybrid of the flat whisks and the balloon type. I use this several times per week and love the small size. It's great for mixing dry ingredients instead of sifting for baking, for mixing batter, egg replacers, and for dissolving green superfood powders into juices and water. Oxo is a staple in my kitchen--I love their stuff. Do measure because it's small--a feature I really like. | 1positive
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Best Keurig model
We've had a Keuring, Elite 40 for 7 or 8 years now. It works fine but it always made a racket when brewing. we finally decided to buy a new system and bought the B70 Platinum brewer. Wow, what a difference. It seems we made a jump from the stone age to the 21st century. Quiet, more water capacity and we jumped from have two cup sizes to five. We're hoping that this one gives us as many years of service as our old Kreurig. | 1positive
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Wine bottle opener works perfectly!
We are very happy with the Oster wine bottle opener. We've used it a lot & it works perfectly every time. Thumbs up! | 1positive
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I have the 4 and the 6 quart!
Love these pressure cookers. First I got the the 4 Quart - I liked it so much I bought the 6 Quart the very next day - if they start making an 8 Quart, I'll buy that one too. I use my pressure cookers 5 out of 7 nights a week. I cook chicken, pork, pasta, corned beef and the best Pulled Pork BBQ in the world. Get a couple of good Pressure Cooker Recipe books (my favorites are Express Cooking and the Better Homes and Gardens Pressure Cooker Cookbook), stop heating up your kitchen and start eating really good food. Don't bother with a top of the stove model pressure cooker - you have to hang around the kitchen and make sure it's okay - the Farberware Programmable is the only way to go. Put in your food, set the time, push start - it does all the rest. Be a kitchen slave no more! | 1positive
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Rust.
I purchased the toothbrush holder and soap dispenser to this set.This review is for the toothbrush holder. The piece works fine and does look nice. It holds 2 larger toothbrushes and could hold a couple of tubes of paste.My displeasure was with the rust staining. If the bottom gets wet you are then left with a rust stain on the vanity. It is going to get wet since we use it near a sink.Another issue I have is with space consumption. I have limited counter space on my vanity. This product does not make the best use of space as the bottom flares out while the actual holder part is smaller.Please see my review for the soap/lotion dispenser. | 0negative
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Just Wonderful!
I purchased this machine over the summer this year. I am so pleased with the product. It was a welcome relief from the GE I purchased not 2 months before I bought this one. I have been using it for several months. It is light weight, which is great for moving it up and down stairs. The suction on this machine is also incredible. It only takes a few minutes to clean each of the floors on my hard wood surfaces. It also gets up pet hair out of carpet. You don't need to go over the same spot twice. I would recommend this to anyone who would like a canister machine over the upright. | 1positive
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Disappointing!
The cup has at least half of the berries unpainted, which makes it less pretty than it should be and the little leaf that is supposed to be attached to the diffuser was broken. which makes the diffuser unusable because the diffuser has no weight to keep the chain outside the cup. Im sure I can figure something out to make it work but its not something I should have to worry about when I buy a cup that comes with a tea diffuser. Im sincerely dissapointed with the quality of the cup and I expected more from it, the fact that some berries arent painted just shows a lack of interest from the producer for the quality of the product. I'm truly disappointed with the cup | 0negative
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DO NOT BUY THIS!!!!!!!!!!
I ordered it on November 30th 2011 and it's January 4th 2012 and it's still not here!! Between CEVA, Gulf Coast Atlantic, and Amazon it was a nightmare! I'm expecting it today! | 0negative
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Awesome sheets, not so awesome color
I have purchased many sheets from amazon. I purchased these sheets in king size and cafe color. The website shows cafe as a light brown beige type color, but when they arrived, the color was more gold in color. Luckily they match one of my green comforters, but the color was not what I was looking for. I kept them only because they were only $39.00 and it didn't seem worth it to pay for the shipping back. Oh yeah, the initial shipping was free! So it was not worth it to send them back. As far as comfort goes, they are very nice, very comfy. My boyfriend purchased the chocolate colored ones, and is very happy with the color. | 1positive
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LOVE IT!!
I love them so much, I am going to order more! they look just like my puppy. Too too cute! | 1positive
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Sausage production
I recently bought a mincer,extended tray and sausage stuffer to fit my new Kitchen Aid mixer.My intention was never to do the local butcher out of a product, but it is so nice to make a batch of sausages to whatever recipe I like.I must say by the end of the first batch, I was starting to think that butchers do not charge enough, but after my second attempt I am getting much more confident.Great to be able to use them all if the mood takes me. | 1positive
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Pretty collection for a wine or grape theme kitchen
I bought this for my sister's birthday. She has a grape/wine theme kitchen and I have also given her the deviled egg tray and other pieces of this collection. They are real pretty. I always looked at them at the department stores but Amazon's prices are lower. | 1positive
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Great coffee with a great mess to clean up!
The coffee produced by this product is outstanding, and it actually keeps it warm most of the day (>6 hours). The down-side is that the unit is cumbersome to clean up, and really needs a lot of care every time you use it. If you appreciate the quality it provides, it is well worth it. If you could handle a step below premium in exchange for convenience, consider something else. | 1positive
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Pleased
I purchased this mattress so my parents would have a comfy place to sleep when they come to visit. I slept on it the night before to test it out. It did not lose air and it is comfortable. My parents like it and look forward to coming back and using it again. It takes very little time to inflate and deflate. Thanks for a great product! | 1positive
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They're PAPER thin
I don't know how anyone has said they are happy with these. I didn't know I needed to watch out for 22 inch pillows stuffed with half of the feathers. I was so excited by the good deal but they're worthless to me. I have 19 inch pillow covers that I wanted stuffed nice and full. I thought 22 inch inserts should do the trick! But these come as a huge flat square. I fluffed and fluffed hoping eventually they'd turn out normal. I can make the pillow look decent sitting on the couch until someone leans on it a teenie bit and then it looks like a limp, mis-shapen mess. I've never take the time to review an item on here. But this was a big bummer to me. | 0negative
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FryDaddy Rocks.
The FryDaddy rocks. I mostly use it for making fresh taco shells, tempura, and fish n' chips. I like the size, smaller than most fryers, but this is perfect for all of my needs. What impressed me most about the FryDaddy is how fast it heats up, with the oil up to the fill line it takes about ten minutes to get up to frying temperature, from room temperature. It is well built and easily stored away when you don't have need for it. The FryDaddy comes with a plastic lid for storage as well as a scoop. The lid is fine you just need to wait for the FryDaddy to cool before putting it back on for storage, the scoop is pretty useless, so I recommend using tongs instead. This is a great product, and I would highly recommend and have, to anyone looking for a personal fryer. | 1positive
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Works good
My only complaint is that it is hard to clean once it gets dirty. You can't get to the area easily where food gets on it. It is a handy tool for opening a variety of things! | 1positive
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