Question: how large is the tablecloth?

We bought this tablecloth because we got tired of washing the linen tablecloth every few days. This tablecloth is 70" in diameter which is perfect for our table at 48" diameter. You can google "tablecloth sizing" and do some research to determine what tablecloth size works for you. The tablecloth itself is good quality and the edges have a trim, so it looks ok, not just a plain piece of plastic. The way we have it setup, we have a table protector pad and then on top a linen tablecloth, and then finally this plastic tablecloth. So far it has saved our linen tablecloth from several incidents which would definitely require us to wash it. The only downside is that the plastic tablecloth slides easily, so we have to adjust the position after every meal to re-center it.

Answer: 70" in diameter

We bought this tablecloth because we got tired of washing the linen tablecloth every few days. <hl> This tablecloth is 70" in diameter which is perfect for our table at 48" diameter. <hl> You can google "tablecloth sizing" and do some research to determine what tablecloth size works for you. The tablecloth itself is good quality and the edges have a trim, so it looks ok, not just a plain piece of plastic. The way we have it setup, we have a table protector pad and then on top a linen tablecloth, and then finally this plastic tablecloth. So far it has saved our linen tablecloth from several incidents which would definitely require us to wash it. The only downside is that the plastic tablecloth slides easily, so we have to adjust the position after every meal to re-center it.

We bought this tablecloth because we got tired of washing the linen tablecloth every few days. This tablecloth is <hl> 70" in diameter <hl> which is perfect for our table at 48" diameter. You can google "tablecloth sizing" and do some research to determine what tablecloth size works for you. The tablecloth itself is good quality and the edges have a trim, so it looks ok, not just a plain piece of plastic. The way we have it setup, we have a table protector pad and then on top a linen tablecloth, and then finally this plastic tablecloth. So far it has saved our linen tablecloth from several incidents which would definitely require us to wash it. The only downside is that the plastic tablecloth slides easily, so we have to adjust the position after every meal to re-center it.


Question: What does the author make once a week?

I make Cream of Wheat about once a week (more if I'm sick) and it requires a whisk to stir it into the boiling water so it doesn't lump together. Having non-stick pots, meant I was using a large non metal spoon which left lumps in my Cream of Wheat. This whisk is perfect. No scratches on pot and mixes well, no lumps. It also washes up nicely in the dishwasher. I like this so much, I would buy it to be included with a kitchen themed gift (think bridal showers or weddings).

Answer: Cream of Wheat

<hl> I make Cream of Wheat about once a week (more if I'm sick) and it requires a whisk to stir it into the boiling water so it doesn't lump together. <hl> Having non-stick pots, meant I was using a large non metal spoon which left lumps in my Cream of Wheat. This whisk is perfect. No scratches on pot and mixes well, no lumps. It also washes up nicely in the dishwasher. I like this so much, I would buy it to be included with a kitchen themed gift (think bridal showers or weddings).

I make <hl> Cream of Wheat <hl> about once a week (more if I'm sick) and it requires a whisk to stir it into the boiling water so it doesn't lump together. Having non-stick pots, meant I was using a large non metal spoon which left lumps in my Cream of Wheat. This whisk is perfect. No scratches on pot and mixes well, no lumps. It also washes up nicely in the dishwasher. I like this so much, I would buy it to be included with a kitchen themed gift (think bridal showers or weddings).


Question: What material does the author think prevents metal flavors?

I sent this back. It seemed cheaply made and had a weird smell. It could have just been mine but seemed rather poorly constructed. the spout part is a separate piece. I have a porcelain enamel covered SS teapot but it fell and chipped on the outside. I bought this to replace that one but I tried the water alone after heating it up and it seemed to have a "different" taste. I used the same filtered water I always use. I decided to just keep using my old tea pot until I find something similar. I think the ceramic helps offer tea water with no metallic taste.

Answer: ceramic

I sent this back. It seemed cheaply made and had a weird smell. It could have just been mine but seemed rather poorly constructed. the spout part is a separate piece. I have a porcelain enamel covered SS teapot but it fell and chipped on the outside. I bought this to replace that one but I tried the water alone after heating it up and it seemed to have a "different" taste. I used the same filtered water I always use. I decided to just keep using my old tea pot until I find something similar. <hl> I think the ceramic helps offer tea water with no metallic taste. <hl>

I sent this back. It seemed cheaply made and had a weird smell. It could have just been mine but seemed rather poorly constructed. the spout part is a separate piece. I have a porcelain enamel covered SS teapot but it fell and chipped on the outside. I bought this to replace that one but I tried the water alone after heating it up and it seemed to have a "different" taste. I used the same filtered water I always use. I decided to just keep using my old tea pot until I find something similar. I think the <hl> ceramic <hl> helps offer tea water with no metallic taste.


Question: How often should you empty the filter?

The vacuum has excellent suction and the flip out extension reaches narrow spots like the space between the accelerator and transmission tunnel in my Civic. Weight is not a problem and as expected given the power. Good idea to empty filter if using more than 3-4 minutes at a time. The only potential problem I see is the so called "memory effect" where repeated charging following only partial discharging causes the battery to remember the smaller charge. It isn't clear to me that the automatic charger avoids this problem; that's the reason for 4 stars. I'd buy it again.

Answer: 3-4 minutes

The vacuum has excellent suction and the flip out extension reaches narrow spots like the space between the accelerator and transmission tunnel in my Civic. Weight is not a problem and as expected given the power. <hl> Good idea to empty filter if using more than 3-4 minutes at a time. <hl> The only potential problem I see is the so called "memory effect" where repeated charging following only partial discharging causes the battery to remember the smaller charge. It isn't clear to me that the automatic charger avoids this problem; that's the reason for 4 stars. I'd buy it again.

The vacuum has excellent suction and the flip out extension reaches narrow spots like the space between the accelerator and transmission tunnel in my Civic. Weight is not a problem and as expected given the power. Good idea to empty filter if using more than <hl> 3-4 minutes <hl> at a time. The only potential problem I see is the so called "memory effect" where repeated charging following only partial discharging causes the battery to remember the smaller charge. It isn't clear to me that the automatic charger avoids this problem; that's the reason for 4 stars. I'd buy it again.


Question: What spare piece does it come with

So far so good. The Lift and Lock Pole Caddy took less than 2 minutes to be installed in our shower. One simply screws the needed pole pieces together, unlocks the bottom locking mechanism, slides the bottom pole up to the ceiling (you will hear clicks as its ratcheting mechanism locks on the way up). When it is firm against the ceiling and shower pan, then you press the locking mechanism down and you're done. Adding the trays is a snap. Just place them where you want and press down till you hear a click.So far we have some heavy shampoo and conditioner bottles on their own trays, razors, body wash, loofahs, etc on the trays and everything is just fine. Of course I wouldn't put overly heavy items on the trays, but they are sturdy. It also comes with a spare rubber piece that goes against the ceiling (that I nearly threw out as it was attached to some packaging inside the box with a bit of tape.)Some trays have large holes to place the bottle lids through when you need to turn your shampoo, conditioner, etc upside down and still keep them on the unit.Overall, it is a nice looking, solid unit that does exactly what it says and takes just a couple of minutes to set up. Ours is brushed nickel and it matches perfectly with the other brushed nickel pieces in the bathroom.I will update the review if the unit rusts, doesn't hold up, or has any other issues, but for now it is a very nice solution that takes up little space in the shower and I don't have to live with the rack that hangs from the shower head pipe that I don't care for.

Answer: rubber piece that goes against the ceiling

So far so good. The Lift and Lock Pole Caddy took less than 2 minutes to be installed in our shower. One simply screws the needed pole pieces together, unlocks the bottom locking mechanism, slides the bottom pole up to the ceiling (you will hear clicks as its ratcheting mechanism locks on the way up). When it is firm against the ceiling and shower pan, then you press the locking mechanism down and you're done. Adding the trays is a snap. Just place them where you want and press down till you hear a click. So far we have some heavy shampoo and conditioner bottles on their own trays, razors, body wash, loofahs, etc on the trays and everything is just fine. Of course I wouldn't put overly heavy items on the trays, but they are sturdy. <hl> It also comes with a spare rubber piece that goes against the ceiling (that I nearly threw out as it was attached to some packaging inside the box with a bit of tape.)Some trays have large holes to place the bottle lids through when you need to turn your shampoo, conditioner, etc upside down and still keep them on the unit. <hl> Overall, it is a nice looking, solid unit that does exactly what it says and takes just a couple of minutes to set up. Ours is brushed nickel and it matches perfectly with the other brushed nickel pieces in the bathroom. I will update the review if the unit rusts, doesn't hold up, or has any other issues, but for now it is a very nice solution that takes up little space in the shower and I don't have to live with the rack that hangs from the shower head pipe that I don't care for.

So far so good. The Lift and Lock Pole Caddy took less than 2 minutes to be installed in our shower. One simply screws the needed pole pieces together, unlocks the bottom locking mechanism, slides the bottom pole up to the ceiling (you will hear clicks as its ratcheting mechanism locks on the way up). When it is firm against the ceiling and shower pan, then you press the locking mechanism down and you're done. Adding the trays is a snap. Just place them where you want and press down till you hear a click.So far we have some heavy shampoo and conditioner bottles on their own trays, razors, body wash, loofahs, etc on the trays and everything is just fine. Of course I wouldn't put overly heavy items on the trays, but they are sturdy. It also comes with a spare <hl> rubber piece that goes against the ceiling <hl> (that I nearly threw out as it was attached to some packaging inside the box with a bit of tape.)Some trays have large holes to place the bottle lids through when you need to turn your shampoo, conditioner, etc upside down and still keep them on the unit.Overall, it is a nice looking, solid unit that does exactly what it says and takes just a couple of minutes to set up. Ours is brushed nickel and it matches perfectly with the other brushed nickel pieces in the bathroom.I will update the review if the unit rusts, doesn't hold up, or has any other issues, but for now it is a very nice solution that takes up little space in the shower and I don't have to live with the rack that hangs from the shower head pipe that I don't care for.


Question: Are people realistic about how good these trays are?

This is a highly-overrated concept. I wouldn't buy more of them. The cubes do not seem to last longer at all and they are not so easily extracted from the rubber tray. I prefer my old time trays which keep the drinks just a cold as the larger cubes. Save your money ....

Answer: This is a highly-overrated concept

This is a highly-overrated concept .

<hl> This is a highly-overrated concept . <hl> I wouldn't buy more of them. The cubes do not seem to last longer at all and they are not so easily extracted from the rubber tray. I prefer my old time trays which keep the drinks just a cold as the larger cubes. Save your money ....

<hl> This is a highly-overrated concept <hl>. I wouldn't buy more of them. The cubes do not seem to last longer at all and they are not so easily extracted from the rubber tray. I prefer my old time trays which keep the drinks just a cold as the larger cubes. Save your money ....

<hl> This is a highly-overrated concept <hl> .


Question: How is the aesthetics on this product?

Love it. Beautiful french press. Perfect size for either one or two. If drinking coffee alone, the amount is little enough that you won't waste any, and if you have a friend, you'll still have enough for the both of you. Materials-wise, this is perfect. I've had many french presses where the pressure of plunging spills coffee out everywhere and over everything. Not this one. The seal is good and feels well made. It shows no signs of age after using daily for months now.The one downside is that the press does little to no insulating, meaning your coffee gets cold fairly quickly.

Answer: Beautiful

Beautiful french press.

Love it. <hl> Beautiful french press. <hl> Perfect size for either one or two. If drinking coffee alone, the amount is little enough that you won't waste any, and if you have a friend, you'll still have enough for the both of you. Materials-wise, this is perfect. I've had many french presses where the pressure of plunging spills coffee out everywhere and over everything. Not this one. The seal is good and feels well made. It shows no signs of age after using daily for months now. The one downside is that the press does little to no insulating, meaning your coffee gets cold fairly quickly.

Love it. <hl> Beautiful <hl> french press. Perfect size for either one or two. If drinking coffee alone, the amount is little enough that you won't waste any, and if you have a friend, you'll still have enough for the both of you. Materials-wise, this is perfect. I've had many french presses where the pressure of plunging spills coffee out everywhere and over everything. Not this one. The seal is good and feels well made. It shows no signs of age after using daily for months now.The one downside is that the press does little to no insulating, meaning your coffee gets cold fairly quickly.


Question: What does this product run on instead of batteries?

I am in desperate need of long lasting battery operated fans. Have two of the older 02 cool rechargeable fans in which the rechargeable batteries stopped working after 3 months (apparently overcharged!) but at least with the 8 D batteries, you get nearly 5 days all night (when the power goes out). This one never worked on batteries, only AC. I did not buy it over Amazon but at BB&B;, but the exact same model.I didn't even try rechargeable D's because you never get enough uumph from them, but two different brand names (both considered the best) and brand new. Not even a peep. Returned once, same thing with the second. I didn't have the energy to return again. Obviously from the other reviews, others had good luck with this fan, but for me, I need to feel more confident that a product works. Somewhere there has to be a better fan that doesn't take 8 D batteries.On the other hand, I have not had good luck with any battery operated fan other than the rechargeable one, despite the loss of the rechargeable batteries after only a few months. I still use them at least.Amazon--please try to find a really good one that will work reliably that doesn't take so many darn heavy batteries.

Answer: AC

I am in desperate need of long lasting battery operated fans. Have two of the older 02 cool rechargeable fans in which the rechargeable batteries stopped working after 3 months (apparently overcharged!) but at least with the 8 D batteries, you get nearly 5 days all night (when the power goes out). <hl> This one never worked on batteries, only AC . <hl> I did not buy it over Amazon but at BB&B;, but the exact same model. I didn't even try rechargeable D's because you never get enough uumph from them, but two different brand names (both considered the best) and brand new. Not even a peep. Returned once, same thing with the second. I didn't have the energy to return again. Obviously from the other reviews, others had good luck with this fan, but for me, I need to feel more confident that a product works. Somewhere there has to be a better fan that doesn't take 8 D batteries. On the other hand, I have not had good luck with any battery operated fan other than the rechargeable one, despite the loss of the rechargeable batteries after only a few months. I still use them at least. Amazon--please try to find a really good one that will work reliably that doesn't take so many darn heavy batteries.

I am in desperate need of long lasting battery operated fans. Have two of the older 02 cool rechargeable fans in which the rechargeable batteries stopped working after 3 months (apparently overcharged!) but at least with the 8 D batteries, you get nearly 5 days all night (when the power goes out). This one never worked on batteries, only <hl> AC <hl>. I did not buy it over Amazon but at BB&B;, but the exact same model.I didn't even try rechargeable D's because you never get enough uumph from them, but two different brand names (both considered the best) and brand new. Not even a peep. Returned once, same thing with the second. I didn't have the energy to return again. Obviously from the other reviews, others had good luck with this fan, but for me, I need to feel more confident that a product works. Somewhere there has to be a better fan that doesn't take 8 D batteries.On the other hand, I have not had good luck with any battery operated fan other than the rechargeable one, despite the loss of the rechargeable batteries after only a few months. I still use them at least.Amazon--please try to find a really good one that will work reliably that doesn't take so many darn heavy batteries.

This one never worked on batteries, only <hl> AC <hl> .


Question: what product is the writer reviewing?

I purchased this ice cream maker in 2007 (winter) for $39.99 but did not use it until summer of 2008. This is my second krups. The first one, La Glaciere #358, was purchased in 2000 or so. There were problems with the older model after 5 years of use (and it is still going with problem noted). The bowl left in the freezer became warped and the top would not stay on completely when the ice cream was being made. That being said, it is still better than the most recent one. This one is definitely not worth $130.00. I made ice cream in both of them during Thanksgiving, side by side, and the older one, more heavy duty appear to "churn" to a better consistency. This newer one feels cheaper and the motor doesn't seem to be as powerful. I would not buy the GVS142 again.

Answer: ice cream maker

<hl> I purchased this ice cream maker in 2007 (winter) for $39.99 but did not use it until summer of 2008. <hl> This is my second krups. The first one, La Glaciere #358, was purchased in 2000 or so. There were problems with the older model after 5 years of use (and it is still going with problem noted). The bowl left in the freezer became warped and the top would not stay on completely when the ice cream was being made. That being said, it is still better than the most recent one. This one is definitely not worth $130.00. I made ice cream in both of them during Thanksgiving, side by side, and the older one, more heavy duty appear to "churn" to a better consistency. This newer one feels cheaper and the motor doesn't seem to be as powerful. I would not buy the GVS142 again.

I purchased this <hl> ice cream maker <hl> in 2007 (winter) for $39.99 but did not use it until summer of 2008. This is my second krups. The first one, La Glaciere #358, was purchased in 2000 or so. There were problems with the older model after 5 years of use (and it is still going with problem noted). The bowl left in the freezer became warped and the top would not stay on completely when the ice cream was being made. That being said, it is still better than the most recent one. This one is definitely not worth $130.00. I made ice cream in both of them during Thanksgiving, side by side, and the older one, more heavy duty appear to "churn" to a better consistency. This newer one feels cheaper and the motor doesn't seem to be as powerful. I would not buy the GVS142 again.


Question: What are the kind of pets that cause so much need for the Roomba?

This is my second Roomba. The first did an awesome job, but it didn't survive when we moved. Maybe I should have packed him a little better. Sorry little guy. :(But got a new one to replace him as soon as possible because I love my little Roomba. 2 cats, plus a wife with long curly hair, means a lot of hair, fur, and litter tracked around, and Roomba takes care of it all without a complaint. And maybe he doesn't do a "perfect" job all the time. So you know what, I just run him more frequently and it comes out great.We have a pretty good sized condo and he can't do the whole place at once. So I just put him into different rooms different days with the virtual walls. I start him when I leave for work and come home to a clean place. Don't even sweat not having the programmable timer. Just set him off when you go out or when you are doing laundry or something.The cats don't mind him either. They watch him as he works and sniff him when I have Roomba upside down to clean him ("Oh, of course it's a robot, we knew that all along...").Still haven't thought of an appropriate name for my little buddy. He's definitely a blue collar kind of guy though. I give him weekends and holidays off, unless it's an emergency. But he is always there for me when I need him, and I do my best to be there for him when he needs me too.

Answer: . 2 cats

This is my second Roomba. The first did an awesome job, but it didn't survive when we moved. Maybe I should have packed him a little better. Sorry little guy. :( <hl> But got a new one to replace him as soon as possible because I love my little Roomba . 2 cats , plus a wife with long curly hair, means a lot of hair, fur, and litter tracked around, and Roomba takes care of it all without a complaint. <hl> And maybe he doesn't do a "perfect" job all the time. So you know what, I just run him more frequently and it comes out great. We have a pretty good sized condo and he can't do the whole place at once. So I just put him into different rooms different days with the virtual walls. I start him when I leave for work and come home to a clean place. Don't even sweat not having the programmable timer. Just set him off when you go out or when you are doing laundry or something. The cats don't mind him either. They watch him as he works and sniff him when I have Roomba upside down to clean him ("Oh, of course it's a robot, we knew that all along...").Still haven't thought of an appropriate name for my little buddy. He's definitely a blue collar kind of guy though. I give him weekends and holidays off, unless it's an emergency. But he is always there for me when I need him, and I do my best to be there for him when he needs me too.

This is my second Roomba. The first did an awesome job, but it didn't survive when we moved. Maybe I should have packed him a little better. Sorry little guy. :(But got a new one to replace him as soon as possible because I love my little Roomba<hl> . 2 cats <hl>, plus a wife with long curly hair, means a lot of hair, fur, and litter tracked around, and Roomba takes care of it all without a complaint. And maybe he doesn't do a "perfect" job all the time. So you know what, I just run him more frequently and it comes out great.We have a pretty good sized condo and he can't do the whole place at once. So I just put him into different rooms different days with the virtual walls. I start him when I leave for work and come home to a clean place. Don't even sweat not having the programmable timer. Just set him off when you go out or when you are doing laundry or something.The cats don't mind him either. They watch him as he works and sniff him when I have Roomba upside down to clean him ("Oh, of course it's a robot, we knew that all along...").Still haven't thought of an appropriate name for my little buddy. He's definitely a blue collar kind of guy though. I give him weekends and holidays off, unless it's an emergency. But he is always there for me when I need him, and I do my best to be there for him when he needs me too.

But got a new one to replace him as soon as possible because I love my little Roomba <hl> . 2 cats <hl> , plus a wife with long curly hair, means a lot of hair, fur, and litter tracked around, and Roomba takes care of it all without a complaint.


Question: This press is stylish enough to leave out where?

I ordered this French press because I wanted to take my drip coffee maker off the countertop to make way for an espresso machine and bean grinder. My biggest complaint about French presses is they are not insulated and the coffee cools too quickly. This press is stylish enough to leave out on my cooktop and keeps my coffee hot for at least an hour. It is also well made, heavy and not flimsy at all. While I am not sure it would hold 42 ounces, it makes enough coffee for me. If you have a lot of coffee drinkers, you would be making more than one pot. I preheat the pot by filling it with hot water while I am waiting for my water to come to a boil. It is also easy to clean.

Answer: cooktop

I ordered this French press because I wanted to take my drip coffee maker off the countertop to make way for an espresso machine and bean grinder. My biggest complaint about French presses is they are not insulated and the coffee cools too quickly. <hl> This press is stylish enough to leave out on my cooktop and keeps my coffee hot for at least an hour. <hl> It is also well made, heavy and not flimsy at all. While I am not sure it would hold 42 ounces, it makes enough coffee for me. If you have a lot of coffee drinkers, you would be making more than one pot. I preheat the pot by filling it with hot water while I am waiting for my water to come to a boil. It is also easy to clean.

I ordered this French press because I wanted to take my drip coffee maker off the countertop to make way for an espresso machine and bean grinder. My biggest complaint about French presses is they are not insulated and the coffee cools too quickly. This press is stylish enough to leave out on my <hl> cooktop <hl> and keeps my coffee hot for at least an hour. It is also well made, heavy and not flimsy at all. While I am not sure it would hold 42 ounces, it makes enough coffee for me. If you have a lot of coffee drinkers, you would be making more than one pot. I preheat the pot by filling it with hot water while I am waiting for my water to come to a boil. It is also easy to clean.


Question: Are there cheaper french presses made by the same company?

I bought this to replace a previous Bodum french press that I shattered when tapping it entirely too hard against the garbage can to get some grounds out. I mention this not as a negative that it broke (because that's my fault) but that I bought another one from this company rather than a cheaper one, not that many are cheaper.I like this one because the mesh at the bottom forms such a good seal that very little of the grinds make their way past it. Some do and that's just the nature of a french press but I feel it does a great job.Other than that a french press is a french press. You get more flavor from your coffee than using a drip and a filter.

Answer: not that many are cheaper

I bought this to replace a previous Bodum french press that I shattered when tapping it entirely too hard against the garbage can to get some grounds out. <hl> I mention this not as a negative that it broke (because that's my fault) but that I bought another one from this company rather than a cheaper one, not that many are cheaper .I like this one because the mesh at the bottom forms such a good seal that very little of the grinds make their way past it. <hl> Some do and that's just the nature of a french press but I feel it does a great job. Other than that a french press is a french press. You get more flavor from your coffee than using a drip and a filter.

I bought this to replace a previous Bodum french press that I shattered when tapping it entirely too hard against the garbage can to get some grounds out. I mention this not as a negative that it broke (because that's my fault) but that I bought another one from this company rather than a cheaper one, <hl> not that many are cheaper <hl>.I like this one because the mesh at the bottom forms such a good seal that very little of the grinds make their way past it. Some do and that's just the nature of a french press but I feel it does a great job.Other than that a french press is a french press. You get more flavor from your coffee than using a drip and a filter.

I mention this not as a negative that it broke (because that's my fault) but that I bought another one from this company rather than a cheaper one, <hl> not that many are cheaper <hl> .I like this one because the mesh at the bottom forms such a good seal that very little of the grinds make their way past it.


Question: The customer says the controls of this item are what?

Unit works well. Controls are simple, easy to set, but a remote control would be a seriously good addition. I'm using it in a large, draughty room, and it's inadequate, in spite of being labelled a "Large Room" heater. I also think the heat would be more efficient if it came out nearer to the floor, instead of on top. And the adjustable air flow louvre will not direct the air flow low enough to blow on the cold, cold floor. I just can't imagine what makes this heater so bloody large. I have other, smaller, less expensive heaters that put out just as much heat. It doesn't take up much floor space. It's just so tall! Overall, there's nothing wrong with it. It's just too expensive, and not warm enough for the size.

Answer: simple, easy to set

Unit works well. <hl> Controls are simple, easy to set , but a remote control would be a seriously good addition. <hl> I'm using it in a large, draughty room, and it's inadequate, in spite of being labelled a "Large Room" heater. I also think the heat would be more efficient if it came out nearer to the floor, instead of on top. And the adjustable air flow louvre will not direct the air flow low enough to blow on the cold, cold floor. I just can't imagine what makes this heater so bloody large. I have other, smaller, less expensive heaters that put out just as much heat. It doesn't take up much floor space. It's just so tall! Overall, there's nothing wrong with it. It's just too expensive, and not warm enough for the size.

Unit works well. Controls are <hl> simple, easy to set <hl>, but a remote control would be a seriously good addition. I'm using it in a large, draughty room, and it's inadequate, in spite of being labelled a "Large Room" heater. I also think the heat would be more efficient if it came out nearer to the floor, instead of on top. And the adjustable air flow louvre will not direct the air flow low enough to blow on the cold, cold floor. I just can't imagine what makes this heater so bloody large. I have other, smaller, less expensive heaters that put out just as much heat. It doesn't take up much floor space. It's just so tall! Overall, there's nothing wrong with it. It's just too expensive, and not warm enough for the size.

Controls are <hl> simple, easy to set <hl> , but a remote control would be a seriously good addition.


Question: What type of signal does the timer have?

I've tried several other timers and the West Bend are the best!!! With this model you can easily input the exact amount of time you want without having to scroll thru a lot of numbers. Easy to ue, big display, count-up feature, loud/long "done" signal.... just the best.

Answer: loud/long

I've tried several other timers and the West Bend are the best!!! With this model you can easily input the exact amount of time you want without having to scroll thru a lot of numbers. <hl> Easy to ue, big display, count-up feature, loud/long "done" signal.... just the best. <hl>

I've tried several other timers and the West Bend are the best!!! With this model you can easily input the exact amount of time you want without having to scroll thru a lot of numbers. Easy to ue, big display, count-up feature, <hl> loud/long <hl> "done" signal.... just the best.


Question: What two features does the reviewer mention?

I love this kitchen scale! I have never had a kitchen scale before, so I can't compare it to other scales. But I recommend that everyone own a kitchen scale, particularly single people and couples. It's just me and my husband at home, so I often divide recipes in half or in third. Consequently, I need to know the weight of 1/3 of a tub of something or a container of meat. Now I no longer have to guess the amount I need! We also use this scale to weigh our mail so we know how much postage to put on it.Great features of this scale:-It's light-weight and small, so it is easy to store.-It's battery powered.-It has a "tare" function, so you can put a bowl on the scale and then "zero it out" and weigh the food that you then put in the bowl.

Answer: light-weight and small

I love this kitchen scale! I have never had a kitchen scale before, so I can't compare it to other scales. But I recommend that everyone own a kitchen scale, particularly single people and couples. It's just me and my husband at home, so I often divide recipes in half or in third. Consequently, I need to know the weight of 1/3 of a tub of something or a container of meat. Now I no longer have to guess the amount I need! We also use this scale to weigh our mail so we know how much postage to put on it. <hl> Great features of this scale:-It's light-weight and small , so it is easy to store.-It's battery powered.-It has a "tare" function, so you can put a bowl on the scale and then "zero it out" and weigh the food that you then put in the bowl. <hl>

I love this kitchen scale! I have never had a kitchen scale before, so I can't compare it to other scales. But I recommend that everyone own a kitchen scale, particularly single people and couples. It's just me and my husband at home, so I often divide recipes in half or in third. Consequently, I need to know the weight of 1/3 of a tub of something or a container of meat. Now I no longer have to guess the amount I need! We also use this scale to weigh our mail so we know how much postage to put on it.Great features of this scale:-It's <hl> light-weight and small <hl>, so it is easy to store.-It's battery powered.-It has a "tare" function, so you can put a bowl on the scale and then "zero it out" and weigh the food that you then put in the bowl.

Great features of this scale:-It's <hl> light-weight and small <hl> , so it is easy to store.-It's battery powered.-It has a "tare" function, so you can put a bowl on the scale and then "zero it out" and weigh the food that you then put in the bowl.


Question: What brand makes this reviewer happy?

You want to make real muffins for a change instead of those tiny things that we grew up with, well this is the pan for you. This makes muffins just like the large ones you can buy in the grocery store and the pan is really incrediable. What would you except from Wilton. I have always been happy with Wilton's products and this is standing right up there to what I have expected. I bought two pans so I can make one set of muffins for hubby and a different set for me. Works beautifully and cleans wonderfully. They will last me for quite some time.

Answer: Wilton's products

You want to make real muffins for a change instead of those tiny things that we grew up with, well this is the pan for you. This makes muffins just like the large ones you can buy in the grocery store and the pan is really incrediable. What would you except from Wilton. <hl> I have always been happy with Wilton's products and this is standing right up there to what I have expected. <hl> I bought two pans so I can make one set of muffins for hubby and a different set for me. Works beautifully and cleans wonderfully. They will last me for quite some time.

You want to make real muffins for a change instead of those tiny things that we grew up with, well this is the pan for you. This makes muffins just like the large ones you can buy in the grocery store and the pan is really incrediable. What would you except from Wilton. I have always been happy with <hl> Wilton's products <hl> and this is standing right up there to what I have expected. I bought two pans so I can make one set of muffins for hubby and a different set for me. Works beautifully and cleans wonderfully. They will last me for quite some time.


Question: Is the waffle maker cheap or pricey?

I recently purchased this waffle maker after using a cheaper one made by a different company. I was very satisfied to find that the waffles turned out light and fluffy; the baking of the waffle was very even and the time short (only 3:30 min for two). I realize this waffle maker is a little pricey but well worth it after you've had no success with cheaper alternatives. This is a commercial quality product that is very sturdy and well manufactured. It is easy to use and makes exceptional waffles when paired with the Golden Malted Pancake & Waffle FlourGolden Malted Pancake & Waffle Flour, Original, 33-Ounce Cans (Pack of 3).

Answer: a little pricey

I recently purchased this waffle maker after using a cheaper one made by a different company. I was very satisfied to find that the waffles turned out light and fluffy; the baking of the waffle was very even and the time short (only 3:30 min for two). <hl> I realize this waffle maker is a little pricey but well worth it after you've had no success with cheaper alternatives. <hl> This is a commercial quality product that is very sturdy and well manufactured. It is easy to use and makes exceptional waffles when paired with the Golden Malted Pancake & Waffle FlourGolden Malted Pancake & Waffle Flour, Original, 33-Ounce Cans (Pack of 3).

I recently purchased this waffle maker after using a cheaper one made by a different company. I was very satisfied to find that the waffles turned out light and fluffy; the baking of the waffle was very even and the time short (only 3:30 min for two). I realize this waffle maker is <hl> a little pricey <hl> but well worth it after you've had no success with cheaper alternatives. This is a commercial quality product that is very sturdy and well manufactured. It is easy to use and makes exceptional waffles when paired with the Golden Malted Pancake & Waffle FlourGolden Malted Pancake & Waffle Flour, Original, 33-Ounce Cans (Pack of 3).


Question: How can dieters benefit from this scale?

Do you like to cook and sometimes don't get the right measurements for your ingredients? I have on different occasions before. Using measuring cups sometimes does not get the accurate measurement, especially for flour. Then you end up with thin cookies like I have done more than once.That's why the Ozeri Epicurean Digital Kitchen Scale is coming in real handy for my kitchen. This is an elegant and very modern looking scale indeed. It also is a sturdy and well made kitchen scale. It doesn't take up a lot of space on your kitchen counter and would look great sitting with your other kitchen appliances.This awesome scale would be great for measuring your amount of food for dieters or people watching their calorie intake also. You will know the specific measurement of your food and there will be no more guessing how much you ate. It is a lot easier than measuring the old fashioned way with measuring cups or what have you. The numbers are so easy to see even with a large bowl on the scale. I really love this amazing and exquisite kitchen scale!

Answer: measuring your amount of food

Do you like to cook and sometimes don't get the right measurements for your ingredients? I have on different occasions before. Using measuring cups sometimes does not get the accurate measurement, especially for flour. Then you end up with thin cookies like I have done more than once. That's why the Ozeri Epicurean Digital Kitchen Scale is coming in real handy for my kitchen. This is an elegant and very modern looking scale indeed. It also is a sturdy and well made kitchen scale. It doesn't take up a lot of space on your kitchen counter and would look great sitting with your other kitchen appliances. <hl> This awesome scale would be great for measuring your amount of food for dieters or people watching their calorie intake also. <hl> You will know the specific measurement of your food and there will be no more guessing how much you ate. It is a lot easier than measuring the old fashioned way with measuring cups or what have you. The numbers are so easy to see even with a large bowl on the scale. I really love this amazing and exquisite kitchen scale!

Do you like to cook and sometimes don't get the right measurements for your ingredients? I have on different occasions before. Using measuring cups sometimes does not get the accurate measurement, especially for flour. Then you end up with thin cookies like I have done more than once.That's why the Ozeri Epicurean Digital Kitchen Scale is coming in real handy for my kitchen. This is an elegant and very modern looking scale indeed. It also is a sturdy and well made kitchen scale. It doesn't take up a lot of space on your kitchen counter and would look great sitting with your other kitchen appliances.This awesome scale would be great for <hl> measuring your amount of food <hl> for dieters or people watching their calorie intake also. You will know the specific measurement of your food and there will be no more guessing how much you ate. It is a lot easier than measuring the old fashioned way with measuring cups or what have you. The numbers are so easy to see even with a large bowl on the scale. I really love this amazing and exquisite kitchen scale!


Question: What can you put in the toaster?

This is a reasonably priced toaster that does a fine job on toast, bagels, and English muffins. It's not as aesthetically pleasing as myCuisinart CPT-160, but does a better job of toasting than Cuisinart's more expensive model. The "chrome" sides are a bit much for me--not as clean as brushed steel--but that's a preference and nothing more.Functionally, the toaster does a very good job. Even toasting regardless of thickness or moisture content of what I loaded inside. The spring that raises and lowers the toast is smooth and doesn't stick going up or down.If you want a good toaster at an inexpensive price, you could do much worse than this one.

Answer: toast, bagels, and English muffins

<hl> This is a reasonably priced toaster that does a fine job on toast, bagels, and English muffins . <hl> It's not as aesthetically pleasing as myCuisinart CPT-160, but does a better job of toasting than Cuisinart's more expensive model. The "chrome" sides are a bit much for me--not as clean as brushed steel--but that's a preference and nothing more. Functionally, the toaster does a very good job. Even toasting regardless of thickness or moisture content of what I loaded inside. The spring that raises and lowers the toast is smooth and doesn't stick going up or down. If you want a good toaster at an inexpensive price, you could do much worse than this one.

This is a reasonably priced toaster that does a fine job on <hl> toast, bagels, and English muffins <hl>. It's not as aesthetically pleasing as myCuisinart CPT-160, but does a better job of toasting than Cuisinart's more expensive model. The "chrome" sides are a bit much for me--not as clean as brushed steel--but that's a preference and nothing more.Functionally, the toaster does a very good job. Even toasting regardless of thickness or moisture content of what I loaded inside. The spring that raises and lowers the toast is smooth and doesn't stick going up or down.If you want a good toaster at an inexpensive price, you could do much worse than this one.

This is a reasonably priced toaster that does a fine job on <hl> toast, bagels, and English muffins <hl> .


Question: What is the longest timer setting?

I've only tried the brown rice setting and the steamer setting on this rice cooker and it worked fine. I cook 1 cup of brown rice in this rice cooker and filled it up to the 1.5 mark on the pot. I would not recommend leaving brown rice on the 'Warm' setting too long. It dries out the rice on the bottom. Note: It takes a little more than an hour to cook brown rice in this thing. The previous rice cooker I used to use which was a Panasonic fuzzy logic rice cooker, it took 2 hours to cook brown rice. The Aroma rice cooker has also a up to 10-hr timer setting. Good to have when you want your rice to be done by the time you get home.

Answer: 10-hr timer

I've only tried the brown rice setting and the steamer setting on this rice cooker and it worked fine. I cook 1 cup of brown rice in this rice cooker and filled it up to the 1.5 mark on the pot. I would not recommend leaving brown rice on the 'Warm' setting too long. It dries out the rice on the bottom. Note: It takes a little more than an hour to cook brown rice in this thing. The previous rice cooker I used to use which was a Panasonic fuzzy logic rice cooker, it took 2 hours to cook brown rice. <hl> The Aroma rice cooker has also a up to 10-hr timer setting. <hl> Good to have when you want your rice to be done by the time you get home.

I've only tried the brown rice setting and the steamer setting on this rice cooker and it worked fine. I cook 1 cup of brown rice in this rice cooker and filled it up to the 1.5 mark on the pot. I would not recommend leaving brown rice on the 'Warm' setting too long. It dries out the rice on the bottom. Note: It takes a little more than an hour to cook brown rice in this thing. The previous rice cooker I used to use which was a Panasonic fuzzy logic rice cooker, it took 2 hours to cook brown rice. The Aroma rice cooker has also a up to <hl> 10-hr timer <hl> setting. Good to have when you want your rice to be done by the time you get home.


Question: What is the reviewer using the coffee press for?

I'm not actually using this for coffee, I kinda prefer drip coffee (or espresso, but I'm too cheap to buy an espresso maker). I'm using this press for tea, loose leaves of course, usually blue flower earl grey or Irish breakfast tea, my two fave flavors.The great improvement in this coffee press, compared to the press I already owned is that this one has a glass canister part for holding the hot liquid. My old coffee press had a clear plastic canister, which meant that I could only use it for tea because using it for coffee would have made the canister smell like coffee and then all subsequent cups of tea would have tasted a bit like a coffee+tea hybrid, eek, that is a bad, bad combo.Like my other press, the plunger has a two part filtration system , they rinse off well for cleaning and make it easy to stay tidy (I'm a terrible housekeeper and easy to clean kitchen tools are a huge bonus in my mind).

Answer: tea, loose leaves

I'm not actually using this for coffee, I kinda prefer drip coffee (or espresso, but I'm too cheap to buy an espresso maker). <hl> I'm using this press for tea, loose leaves of course, usually blue flower earl grey or Irish breakfast tea, my two fave flavors. <hl> The great improvement in this coffee press, compared to the press I already owned is that this one has a glass canister part for holding the hot liquid. My old coffee press had a clear plastic canister, which meant that I could only use it for tea because using it for coffee would have made the canister smell like coffee and then all subsequent cups of tea would have tasted a bit like a coffee+tea hybrid, eek, that is a bad, bad combo. Like my other press, the plunger has a two part filtration system , they rinse off well for cleaning and make it easy to stay tidy (I'm a terrible housekeeper and easy to clean kitchen tools are a huge bonus in my mind).

I'm not actually using this for coffee, I kinda prefer drip coffee (or espresso, but I'm too cheap to buy an espresso maker). I'm using this press for <hl> tea, loose leaves <hl> of course, usually blue flower earl grey or Irish breakfast tea, my two fave flavors.The great improvement in this coffee press, compared to the press I already owned is that this one has a glass canister part for holding the hot liquid. My old coffee press had a clear plastic canister, which meant that I could only use it for tea because using it for coffee would have made the canister smell like coffee and then all subsequent cups of tea would have tasted a bit like a coffee+tea hybrid, eek, that is a bad, bad combo.Like my other press, the plunger has a two part filtration system , they rinse off well for cleaning and make it easy to stay tidy (I'm a terrible housekeeper and easy to clean kitchen tools are a huge bonus in my mind).


Question: What did the author replace in order to try to get the product to work?

After reading all the glowing reviews for this timer I was very disappointed that when mine arrived it didn't work properly. The timer did count up and down but neither the sound nor the vibrate functions worked. In fact, the light didn't work either. I tried new batteries with no success. I guess I just got a lemon. Ordinarily, this wouldn't be a problem with Amazon. I need only return it for a replacement or refund. However, I live in Australia and had the timer sent to me by an American sibling. The cost of sending it back to the States for a refund would be greater than the value of the timer.

Answer: batteries

I tried new batteries with no success.

After reading all the glowing reviews for this timer I was very disappointed that when mine arrived it didn't work properly. The timer did count up and down but neither the sound nor the vibrate functions worked. In fact, the light didn't work either. <hl> I tried new batteries with no success. <hl> I guess I just got a lemon. Ordinarily, this wouldn't be a problem with Amazon. I need only return it for a replacement or refund. However, I live in Australia and had the timer sent to me by an American sibling. The cost of sending it back to the States for a refund would be greater than the value of the timer.

After reading all the glowing reviews for this timer I was very disappointed that when mine arrived it didn't work properly. The timer did count up and down but neither the sound nor the vibrate functions worked. In fact, the light didn't work either. I tried new <hl> batteries <hl> with no success. I guess I just got a lemon. Ordinarily, this wouldn't be a problem with Amazon. I need only return it for a replacement or refund. However, I live in Australia and had the timer sent to me by an American sibling. The cost of sending it back to the States for a refund would be greater than the value of the timer.


Question: what extras does the machine come with?

I sure hope it lasts though! There been alot of comments that these frothers break down after a short while or straight out of the box. My friend bought the capresso machine and it didnt work out of the box so it was returned. This one works beautifully do far, I love the feel of the machine. It feels like ceramic sorta, it has a nice weight to it. Love the design. I hope it lasts even though it has a warranty I'm assuming because we really enjoy this little machine. The little circle ball you see is a storage area for the one whisk your not using, it's a very cute design touch. This comes with 2 whisks but the little circle seems to fit one only, I guess you keep the other on the machine because your using it. Well I can't say enough about how great this machine is so far. I hope it lasts past the warranty which should be about a year I imagine.

Answer: 2 whisks

I sure hope it lasts though! There been alot of comments that these frothers break down after a short while or straight out of the box. My friend bought the capresso machine and it didnt work out of the box so it was returned. This one works beautifully do far, I love the feel of the machine. It feels like ceramic sorta, it has a nice weight to it. Love the design. I hope it lasts even though it has a warranty I'm assuming because we really enjoy this little machine. The little circle ball you see is a storage area for the one whisk your not using, it's a very cute design touch. <hl> This comes with 2 whisks but the little circle seems to fit one only, I guess you keep the other on the machine because your using it. <hl> Well I can't say enough about how great this machine is so far. I hope it lasts past the warranty which should be about a year I imagine.

I sure hope it lasts though! There been alot of comments that these frothers break down after a short while or straight out of the box. My friend bought the capresso machine and it didnt work out of the box so it was returned. This one works beautifully do far, I love the feel of the machine. It feels like ceramic sorta, it has a nice weight to it. Love the design. I hope it lasts even though it has a warranty I'm assuming because we really enjoy this little machine. The little circle ball you see is a storage area for the one whisk your not using, it's a very cute design touch. This comes with <hl> 2 whisks <hl> but the little circle seems to fit one only, I guess you keep the other on the machine because your using it. Well I can't say enough about how great this machine is so far. I hope it lasts past the warranty which should be about a year I imagine.


Question: What does the author do often?

Bought this over a month ago because I am so tired of using a hand can opener when I spend a lot of time cooking for a large family. This has truly been a blessing in my kitchen and now that I have had it, I can not live without it.Worked fantastic right out of the box & I have had 0 issues with it. It is quiet for the most part and looks really high end but yet very low pay for this guy. LOVE IT!!!!

Answer: cooking

<hl> Bought this over a month ago because I am so tired of using a hand can opener when I spend a lot of time cooking for a large family. <hl> This has truly been a blessing in my kitchen and now that I have had it, I can not live without it. Worked fantastic right out of the box & I have had 0 issues with it. It is quiet for the most part and looks really high end but yet very low pay for this guy. LOVE IT!!!!

Bought this over a month ago because I am so tired of using a hand can opener when I spend a lot of time <hl> cooking <hl> for a large family. This has truly been a blessing in my kitchen and now that I have had it, I can not live without it.Worked fantastic right out of the box & I have had 0 issues with it. It is quiet for the most part and looks really high end but yet very low pay for this guy. LOVE IT!!!!


Question: What color is the product?

How refreshing to see something made in the USA! We just received two of these the other day and ordered two more today. Imagine my surprise when I saw a label that said it was made in Omaha, NE. They're beautifully made, have a little zipper so you can remove or add to the 'stuffing' if you'd like. They are cold water machine washable and the shade of red is very lovely. Can't find these in the stores any more; thank goodness for amazon.com where I can buy everything with the touch of a button and no waiting in line.Wonderful for your neck and very comfy to sleep on.

Answer: red

How refreshing to see something made in the USA! <hl> We just received two of these the other day and orde red two more today. <hl> Imagine my surprise when I saw a label that said it was made in Omaha, NE. They're beautifully made, have a little zipper so you can remove or add to the 'stuffing' if you'd like. They are cold water machine washable and the shade of red is very lovely. Can't find these in the stores any more; thank goodness for amazon.com where I can buy everything with the touch of a button and no waiting in line. Wonderful for your neck and very comfy to sleep on.

How refreshing to see something made in the USA! We just received two of these the other day and orde<hl> red <hl> two more today. Imagine my surprise when I saw a label that said it was made in Omaha, NE. They're beautifully made, have a little zipper so you can remove or add to the 'stuffing' if you'd like. They are cold water machine washable and the shade of red is very lovely. Can't find these in the stores any more; thank goodness for amazon.com where I can buy everything with the touch of a button and no waiting in line.Wonderful for your neck and very comfy to sleep on.

We just received two of these the other day and orde <hl> red <hl> two more today.


Question: What insulates your hand from the heat when you hold the egg?

Fold a paper towel into thirds.Pulled the egg from the water, drain.Place folded paper towel in left hand, lay in egg, small end up. Lightly close fist with end of egg peeking out of your fist.The towel insulates your hand from heat and cradles egg; end of egg is vertical. Put topper on upper end of egg and lightly encircle base of topper with thumb and forefinger.Tip: Don't let the bottom of the egg rest on your little finger, the little finger should also encircle the egg. The downward pressure from the Topper should be gently absorbed by the paper towel and light fingers pressure.Pull and release topper twice. Often, the egg can be carried by the topper to the egg cup then coaxed off the topper.You still may have to use the tip of an upside down spoon to life the cap.Lastly, I have tried pricking eggs with the gadget. Pricking eggs or not, I see no gain to pricking. If you do, the only difference I saw was a bit of egg white that oozed out.EZ!

Answer: The towel

Fold a paper towel into thirds. Pulled the egg from the water, drain. Place folded paper towel in left hand, lay in egg, small end up. Lightly close fist with end of egg peeking out of your fist. <hl> The towel insulates your hand from heat and cradles egg; end of egg is vertical. <hl> Put topper on upper end of egg and lightly encircle base of topper with thumb and forefinger. Tip: Don't let the bottom of the egg rest on your little finger, the little finger should also encircle the egg. The downward pressure from the Topper should be gently absorbed by the paper towel and light fingers pressure. Pull and release topper twice. Often, the egg can be carried by the topper to the egg cup then coaxed off the topper. You still may have to use the tip of an upside down spoon to life the cap. Lastly, I have tried pricking eggs with the gadget. Pricking eggs or not, I see no gain to pricking. If you do, the only difference I saw was a bit of egg white that oozed out. EZ!

Fold a paper towel into thirds.Pulled the egg from the water, drain.Place folded paper towel in left hand, lay in egg, small end up. Lightly close fist with end of egg peeking out of your fist.<hl> The towel <hl> insulates your hand from heat and cradles egg; end of egg is vertical. Put topper on upper end of egg and lightly encircle base of topper with thumb and forefinger.Tip: Don't let the bottom of the egg rest on your little finger, the little finger should also encircle the egg. The downward pressure from the Topper should be gently absorbed by the paper towel and light fingers pressure.Pull and release topper twice. Often, the egg can be carried by the topper to the egg cup then coaxed off the topper.You still may have to use the tip of an upside down spoon to life the cap.Lastly, I have tried pricking eggs with the gadget. Pricking eggs or not, I see no gain to pricking. If you do, the only difference I saw was a bit of egg white that oozed out.EZ!


Question: What is the one thing that has gone dull?

I'm not one for rave reviews but I've been pounding on this thing every morning for two years and it's held up great. It's the right size, wouldn't want it bigger or smaller. The quality stainless hasn't tarnished one bit, the bamboo box is strong and still looks good -the only thing is the satin lacquer finish has gone dull from repeated washing but that was expectable. Even the foam on the bar is still in good shape.To boot it was a bargain at the price and I ended buying a second one for a gift

Answer: satin lacquer finish

I'm not one for rave reviews but I've been pounding on this thing every morning for two years and it's held up great. It's the right size, wouldn't want it bigger or smaller. The quality stainless hasn't tarnished one bit, the bamboo box is strong and still looks good <hl> -the only thing is the satin lacquer finish has gone dull from repeated washing but that was expectable. <hl> Even the foam on the bar is still in good shape. To boot it was a bargain at the price and I ended buying a second one for a gift

I'm not one for rave reviews but I've been pounding on this thing every morning for two years and it's held up great. It's the right size, wouldn't want it bigger or smaller. The quality stainless hasn't tarnished one bit, the bamboo box is strong and still looks good -the only thing is the <hl> satin lacquer finish <hl> has gone dull from repeated washing but that was expectable. Even the foam on the bar is still in good shape.To boot it was a bargain at the price and I ended buying a second one for a gift


Question: What makes your k cup better than all the rest?

Over the years I've tried a number of the reusable K-cup gizmos and had come to the conclusion that none of them were designed right. None of the companies making these things seem to take in account that the water actually needs to be in contact with the coffee for some period of time to make a decent cup of coffee. If you take a look at a used k-cup, you'll see that there is a small hole in the top where the water goes in and a small hole in the bottom where the coffee comes out. Most of these filter units have large screened opening that don't allow any pressure to build up like a real k-cup does. So you end up with a very weak cup of coffee even if you over pack the filter.But the design of this Keuring My K-Cup filter is different, it actually takes the place of the whole coffee unit. You can actually get a drinkable cup of coffee from it, even without using a ton of grounds. The one thing I still don't like is having to clean out the basket after every cup. So I've been using these -Disposable Filters for Use in Keurig Brewers - Simple Cups - 50 Replacement Filters - Use Your Own Coffee in K-cups. They make the chore a bit more palpable.I might note that I'm using this filter with a Mr. Coffee brand k-cup machine and had no problems installing it. Something else that might be of interest. I purchased the filter I'm using at the local big-box store and paid nearly twice what they want for one here (doh!).

Answer: None of the companies making these things seem to take in account that the water actually needs to be in contact with the coffee

Over the years I've tried a number of the reusable K-cup gizmos and had come to the conclusion that none of them were designed right. <hl> None of the companies making these things seem to take in account that the water actually needs to be in contact with the coffee for some period of time to make a decent cup of coffee. <hl> If you take a look at a used k-cup, you'll see that there is a small hole in the top where the water goes in and a small hole in the bottom where the coffee comes out. Most of these filter units have large screened opening that don't allow any pressure to build up like a real k-cup does. So you end up with a very weak cup of coffee even if you over pack the filter. But the design of this Keuring My K-Cup filter is different, it actually takes the place of the whole coffee unit. You can actually get a drinkable cup of coffee from it, even without using a ton of grounds. The one thing I still don't like is having to clean out the basket after every cup. So I've been using these -Disposable Filters for Use in Keurig Brewers - Simple Cups - 50 Replacement Filters - Use Your Own Coffee in K-cups. They make the chore a bit more palpable. I might note that I'm using this filter with a Mr. Coffee brand k-cup machine and had no problems installing it. Something else that might be of interest. I purchased the filter I'm using at the local big-box store and paid nearly twice what they want for one here (doh!).

Over the years I've tried a number of the reusable K-cup gizmos and had come to the conclusion that none of them were designed right. <hl> None of the companies making these things seem to take in account that the water actually needs to be in contact with the coffee <hl> for some period of time to make a decent cup of coffee. If you take a look at a used k-cup, you'll see that there is a small hole in the top where the water goes in and a small hole in the bottom where the coffee comes out. Most of these filter units have large screened opening that don't allow any pressure to build up like a real k-cup does. So you end up with a very weak cup of coffee even if you over pack the filter.But the design of this Keuring My K-Cup filter is different, it actually takes the place of the whole coffee unit. You can actually get a drinkable cup of coffee from it, even without using a ton of grounds. The one thing I still don't like is having to clean out the basket after every cup. So I've been using these -Disposable Filters for Use in Keurig Brewers - Simple Cups - 50 Replacement Filters - Use Your Own Coffee in K-cups. They make the chore a bit more palpable.I might note that I'm using this filter with a Mr. Coffee brand k-cup machine and had no problems installing it. Something else that might be of interest. I purchased the filter I'm using at the local big-box store and paid nearly twice what they want for one here (doh!).


Question: What is the size of the scale?

I have only had this product a week, but so far I am happy. I bought it mostly for weighing meat portions when cooking dinner. My boyfriend and I are trying to follow better portion control for dinner. I find that this scale makes it easy to keep track of my calorie intake. I can weigh items and google how many calories are in that portion size. This product is also light and does not take up a lot of space. The surface is large enough to place a mixing bowl on top and weight inside contents. I am a happy customer and would recommend this product.

Answer: large enough to place a mixing bowl

I have only had this product a week, but so far I am happy. I bought it mostly for weighing meat portions when cooking dinner. My boyfriend and I are trying to follow better portion control for dinner. I find that this scale makes it easy to keep track of my calorie intake. I can weigh items and google how many calories are in that portion size. This product is also light and does not take up a lot of space. <hl> The surface is large enough to place a mixing bowl on top and weight inside contents. <hl> I am a happy customer and would recommend this product.

I have only had this product a week, but so far I am happy. I bought it mostly for weighing meat portions when cooking dinner. My boyfriend and I are trying to follow better portion control for dinner. I find that this scale makes it easy to keep track of my calorie intake. I can weigh items and google how many calories are in that portion size. This product is also light and does not take up a lot of space. The surface is <hl> large enough to place a mixing bowl <hl> on top and weight inside contents. I am a happy customer and would recommend this product.


Question: What temperature are the gloves good for?

first off, no heat transference at all, not even a little. However, they are very stiff which makes it hard to get a good grip on things you are pulling out of the oven. That is a pretty big deal, but you can achieve better functionality if you really cram your hands into them. I have not been brave enough to test the whole grab a cob of corn straight out of the pot of boiling water or any of those 600 degree limit testing things OXO touts, but all in all I am happy with the purchase. Not gods gift to oven mits but probably just as good as the kitchenaid ones I had before. Silicon cleans up nicely and it has magnets hidden on the back so they stick to the fridge...very cool.

Answer: 600 degree

first off, no heat transference at all, not even a little. However, they are very stiff which makes it hard to get a good grip on things you are pulling out of the oven. That is a pretty big deal, but you can achieve better functionality if you really cram your hands into them. <hl> I have not been brave enough to test the whole grab a cob of corn straight out of the pot of boiling water or any of those 600 degree limit testing things OXO touts, but all in all I am happy with the purchase. <hl> Not gods gift to oven mits but probably just as good as the kitchenaid ones I had before. Silicon cleans up nicely and it has magnets hidden on the back so they stick to the fridge...very cool.

first off, no heat transference at all, not even a little. However, they are very stiff which makes it hard to get a good grip on things you are pulling out of the oven. That is a pretty big deal, but you can achieve better functionality if you really cram your hands into them. I have not been brave enough to test the whole grab a cob of corn straight out of the pot of boiling water or any of those <hl> 600 degree <hl> limit testing things OXO touts, but all in all I am happy with the purchase. Not gods gift to oven mits but probably just as good as the kitchenaid ones I had before. Silicon cleans up nicely and it has magnets hidden on the back so they stick to the fridge...very cool.


Question: The customer praises this vacuum for having lots of what?

Easy to assemble, just three pieces -- a two piece handle and the cleaning head. The two parts of the handle screw together -- it did take some muscle to get them tightly together -- and the head just snaps on.I've used this every day in the week that I've had it. I've used it on carpeted floors and bare floors. It's especially effective on bare floors. With other vacuums, even those with a bare floor setting, stuff sometimes shoots out the side. Not this one.It seems to have plenty of power -- it picks up small rocks with no problem. The 40-minute runtime is accurate. I've used it at least that long and haven't had to recharge.What I really like is that it will lay flat, which allows me to get under things that I used to have to move. What I don't like (and this is probably standard with stick vacs) is that the smaller head means more passes to cover a floor. For this reason, the Rowenta will be my spot pickup cleaner. I'll still use the big vacuum prior to shampooing, or when I have to vacuum the entire floor.The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is because of the price. A cordless stick vac is a convenience, not a necessary tool. If I had to choose between a stick vac and a regular vac, I'd have to choose the regular vac.Also, if you have pets, hair will get wound around the brushes, even more so than with a regular vacuum.

Answer: power

Easy to assemble, just three pieces -- a two piece handle and the cleaning head. The two parts of the handle screw together -- it did take some muscle to get them tightly together -- and the head just snaps on. I've used this every day in the week that I've had it. I've used it on carpeted floors and bare floors. It's especially effective on bare floors. With other vacuums, even those with a bare floor setting, stuff sometimes shoots out the side. Not this one. <hl> It seems to have plenty of power -- it picks up small rocks with no problem. <hl> The 40-minute runtime is accurate. I've used it at least that long and haven't had to recharge. What I really like is that it will lay flat, which allows me to get under things that I used to have to move. What I don't like (and this is probably standard with stick vacs) is that the smaller head means more passes to cover a floor. For this reason, the Rowenta will be my spot pickup cleaner. I'll still use the big vacuum prior to shampooing, or when I have to vacuum the entire floor. The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is because of the price. A cordless stick vac is a convenience, not a necessary tool. If I had to choose between a stick vac and a regular vac, I'd have to choose the regular vac. Also, if you have pets, hair will get wound around the brushes, even more so than with a regular vacuum.

Easy to assemble, just three pieces -- a two piece handle and the cleaning head. The two parts of the handle screw together -- it did take some muscle to get them tightly together -- and the head just snaps on.I've used this every day in the week that I've had it. I've used it on carpeted floors and bare floors. It's especially effective on bare floors. With other vacuums, even those with a bare floor setting, stuff sometimes shoots out the side. Not this one.It seems to have plenty of <hl> power <hl> -- it picks up small rocks with no problem. The 40-minute runtime is accurate. I've used it at least that long and haven't had to recharge.What I really like is that it will lay flat, which allows me to get under things that I used to have to move. What I don't like (and this is probably standard with stick vacs) is that the smaller head means more passes to cover a floor. For this reason, the Rowenta will be my spot pickup cleaner. I'll still use the big vacuum prior to shampooing, or when I have to vacuum the entire floor.The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is because of the price. A cordless stick vac is a convenience, not a necessary tool. If I had to choose between a stick vac and a regular vac, I'd have to choose the regular vac.Also, if you have pets, hair will get wound around the brushes, even more so than with a regular vacuum.


Question: Why did the reviewer take off on star from the rating?

Disclaimer: I received this press in exchange for a fair and honest review.So far, after almost two months of use, this French Press has been a favorite of my wife and I (we own several presses). The handle is quite comfortable and makes pouring easy. The rubber/plastic (whatever it is, lol) casing is a nice touch as it both protects the glass from impact and protects you from accidentally touching the glass while brewing (plus, it looks kind of sleek and cool). We have had no issues with thermal shock, so I guess that means the resistant glass does its job well. It is quite easy to disassemble and clean. In fact, in every way, this French Press is exactly as advertised and I have no problem recommending this.I did take a star off the rating because of one design or manufacturing issue. The lid doesnt seal 100% and swivels on its own, which means that when you are pouring, you need to hold the top to keep it from closing on its own, lol. Outside of that (which I hope was just a manufacturing flaw with the one I received), this item met all our expectations.

Answer: The lid doesnt seal 100% and swivels on its own

Disclaimer: I received this press in exchange for a fair and honest review. So far, after almost two months of use, this French Press has been a favorite of my wife and I (we own several presses). The handle is quite comfortable and makes pouring easy. The rubber/plastic (whatever it is, lol) casing is a nice touch as it both protects the glass from impact and protects you from accidentally touching the glass while brewing (plus, it looks kind of sleek and cool). We have had no issues with thermal shock, so I guess that means the resistant glass does its job well. It is quite easy to disassemble and clean. In fact, in every way, this French Press is exactly as advertised and I have no problem recommending this. I did take a star off the rating because of one design or manufacturing issue. <hl> The lid doesnt seal 100% and swivels on its own , which means that when you are pouring, you need to hold the top to keep it from closing on its own, lol. <hl> Outside of that (which I hope was just a manufacturing flaw with the one I received), this item met all our expectations.

Disclaimer: I received this press in exchange for a fair and honest review.So far, after almost two months of use, this French Press has been a favorite of my wife and I (we own several presses). The handle is quite comfortable and makes pouring easy. The rubber/plastic (whatever it is, lol) casing is a nice touch as it both protects the glass from impact and protects you from accidentally touching the glass while brewing (plus, it looks kind of sleek and cool). We have had no issues with thermal shock, so I guess that means the resistant glass does its job well. It is quite easy to disassemble and clean. In fact, in every way, this French Press is exactly as advertised and I have no problem recommending this.I did take a star off the rating because of one design or manufacturing issue. <hl> The lid doesnt seal 100% and swivels on its own <hl>, which means that when you are pouring, you need to hold the top to keep it from closing on its own, lol. Outside of that (which I hope was just a manufacturing flaw with the one I received), this item met all our expectations.

<hl> The lid doesnt seal 100% and swivels on its own <hl> , which means that when you are pouring, you need to hold the top to keep it from closing on its own, lol.


Question: What rating does the writer give to The Dorkfood?

The Dorkfood is cheap and it works. So there's that. Pair it with a bucket heater or a crockpot with a dial and you're good to go.There are a couple downsides. For one, it's Fahrenheit only, whereas most sous vide recipes are in Celsius, so be prepared to type "50 c to f" into google every time you use it.For another, the UI is kinda crappy. When you hit the temp button, you could not possibly want to do anything other than change the temp. What does it do? Nothing. You have to hold down the button for what feels like a minute before you actually can.These are minor gripes though, and as a result I give it a solid 4 stars.

Answer: solid 4 stars

The Dorkfood is cheap and it works. So there's that. Pair it with a bucket heater or a crockpot with a dial and you're good to go. There are a couple downsides. For one, it's Fahrenheit only, whereas most sous vide recipes are in Celsius, so be prepared to type "50 c to f" into google every time you use it. For another, the UI is kinda crappy. When you hit the temp button, you could not possibly want to do anything other than change the temp. What does it do? Nothing. You have to hold down the button for what feels like a minute before you actually can. <hl> These are minor gripes though, and as a result I give it a solid 4 stars . <hl>

The Dorkfood is cheap and it works. So there's that. Pair it with a bucket heater or a crockpot with a dial and you're good to go.There are a couple downsides. For one, it's Fahrenheit only, whereas most sous vide recipes are in Celsius, so be prepared to type "50 c to f" into google every time you use it.For another, the UI is kinda crappy. When you hit the temp button, you could not possibly want to do anything other than change the temp. What does it do? Nothing. You have to hold down the button for what feels like a minute before you actually can.These are minor gripes though, and as a result I give it a <hl> solid 4 stars <hl>.

These are minor gripes though, and as a result I give it a <hl> solid 4 stars <hl> .


Question: What color are the pumps?

I have two Umbra penguin soap pumps at the kitchen sink - one for soap and the other for lotion. They have been in frequent use for a couple of years with never a clog or a drip! Both of mine are black, so I use different colors of soap & lotion so that no one gets confused. I like that I can see the fill level through the front, so I don't risk finding the container empty when I need it most. It is easy to press on the top with my clean wrist or the back of my hand, so I never have to touch the dispenser with dirty or greasy fingers - this means the dispensers still look good after all this time. The (black) case cover unscrews from a clear, wide-mouth container, so it is super easy to refill. I had a chrome caddy that grapefruit scented soap & lotion came in, and the Umbra dispensers fit perfectly into that caddy. This purchase has worked out really well for me. An easy 5 stars.

Answer: black

I have two Umbra penguin soap pumps at the kitchen sink - one for soap and the other for lotion. They have been in frequent use for a couple of years with never a clog or a drip! <hl> Both of mine are black , so I use different colors of soap & lotion so that no one gets confused. <hl> I like that I can see the fill level through the front, so I don't risk finding the container empty when I need it most. It is easy to press on the top with my clean wrist or the back of my hand, so I never have to touch the dispenser with dirty or greasy fingers - this means the dispensers still look good after all this time. The (black) case cover unscrews from a clear, wide-mouth container, so it is super easy to refill. I had a chrome caddy that grapefruit scented soap & lotion came in, and the Umbra dispensers fit perfectly into that caddy. This purchase has worked out really well for me. An easy 5 stars.

I have two Umbra penguin soap pumps at the kitchen sink - one for soap and the other for lotion. They have been in frequent use for a couple of years with never a clog or a drip! Both of mine are <hl> black <hl>, so I use different colors of soap & lotion so that no one gets confused. I like that I can see the fill level through the front, so I don't risk finding the container empty when I need it most. It is easy to press on the top with my clean wrist or the back of my hand, so I never have to touch the dispenser with dirty or greasy fingers - this means the dispensers still look good after all this time. The (black) case cover unscrews from a clear, wide-mouth container, so it is super easy to refill. I had a chrome caddy that grapefruit scented soap & lotion came in, and the Umbra dispensers fit perfectly into that caddy. This purchase has worked out really well for me. An easy 5 stars.

Both of mine are <hl> black <hl> , so I use different colors of soap & lotion so that no one gets confused.


Question: Why is it easier to clean?

This travel mug is great. We've gone through a lot of travel mugs in this house and my husband and I have never found one that we really liked until this one. We have one of the older versions without the easy clean lid and this version is much improved. Basically the inner part of the cup opens for easier cleaning. I still find it easiest to put some really hot water in it and leave it up side down for a while before washing it to make sure it's clean. Coffee stays really hot in this for a very long time. This fits well in standard cup holders and doesn't spill or leak.

Answer: inner part of the cup opens

This travel mug is great. We've gone through a lot of travel mugs in this house and my husband and I have never found one that we really liked until this one. We have one of the older versions without the easy clean lid and this version is much improved. <hl> Basically the inner part of the cup opens for easier cleaning. <hl> I still find it easiest to put some really hot water in it and leave it up side down for a while before washing it to make sure it's clean. Coffee stays really hot in this for a very long time. This fits well in standard cup holders and doesn't spill or leak.

This travel mug is great. We've gone through a lot of travel mugs in this house and my husband and I have never found one that we really liked until this one. We have one of the older versions without the easy clean lid and this version is much improved. Basically the <hl> inner part of the cup opens <hl> for easier cleaning. I still find it easiest to put some really hot water in it and leave it up side down for a while before washing it to make sure it's clean. Coffee stays really hot in this for a very long time. This fits well in standard cup holders and doesn't spill or leak.


Question: How often is the product used?

We purchased this on Jan 29, 2014. Now less than 5 months later the teflon coating is coming off in our baked waffles. We use it every day and care for it per Cuisinart's instructions. I'm nursing a 3 month old baby, and I can't be eating teflon unknowlingly. No one should be! I'm going to try and post pictures. In addition to the obvious product flaw, this waffle maker gets extremely hot steam (burn worthy) that pours forth from where the handle attaches between the iron plates. The iron plates get hotter in the middle and so the waffles don't cook evenly. They get darker in the middle and the edges are still soft. But my major complaint is the peeling teflon.

Answer: We use it every day and care for it per Cuisinart's instructions.

We purchased this on Jan 29, 2014. Now less than 5 months later the teflon coating is coming off in our baked waffles. <hl> We use it every day and care for it per Cuisinart's instructions. I'm nursing a 3 month old baby, and I can't be eating teflon unknowlingly. <hl> No one should be! I'm going to try and post pictures. In addition to the obvious product flaw, this waffle maker gets extremely hot steam (burn worthy) that pours forth from where the handle attaches between the iron plates. The iron plates get hotter in the middle and so the waffles don't cook evenly. They get darker in the middle and the edges are still soft. But my major complaint is the peeling teflon.

We purchased this on Jan 29, 2014. Now less than 5 months later the teflon coating is coming off in our baked waffles. <hl> We use it every day and care for it per Cuisinart's instructions. <hl> I'm nursing a 3 month old baby, and I can't be eating teflon unknowlingly. No one should be! I'm going to try and post pictures. In addition to the obvious product flaw, this waffle maker gets extremely hot steam (burn worthy) that pours forth from where the handle attaches between the iron plates. The iron plates get hotter in the middle and so the waffles don't cook evenly. They get darker in the middle and the edges are still soft. But my major complaint is the peeling teflon.


Question: How long has the writer been using the machine?

After using lesser juicers for a couple of years (you can see my reviews of them on amazon) I saw this machine at a store and bought it from amazon. I've been blown away! The best juicer ever. So powerful! Oranges come out bone-dry, every drop of juice goes into the glass. I squeeze fresh orange juice every morning, and I am sure I am saving at least $1 a day because this machine is so much more efficient than all my previous ones. I buy fewer oranges to get the same couple of glasses of juice. At this rate, the machine will pay for itself 100% in 4-5 months. The unit is sturdy, good-looking, quiet, easy to wash. A fantastic piece of home technology!PS - here we are, two years later, and I am still using this machine every day. It is a simple and effective piece of technology. Several friends have bought identical units after seeing me use mine - and they all love it. I wish all gadgets worked as well as this one!

Answer: two years

After using lesser juicers for a couple of years (you can see my reviews of them on amazon) I saw this machine at a store and bought it from amazon. I've been blown away! The best juicer ever. So powerful! Oranges come out bone-dry, every drop of juice goes into the glass. I squeeze fresh orange juice every morning, and I am sure I am saving at least $1 a day because this machine is so much more efficient than all my previous ones. I buy fewer oranges to get the same couple of glasses of juice. At this rate, the machine will pay for itself 100% in 4-5 months. The unit is sturdy, good-looking, quiet, easy to wash. <hl> A fantastic piece of home technology!PS - here we are, two years later, and I am still using this machine every day. <hl> It is a simple and effective piece of technology. Several friends have bought identical units after seeing me use mine - and they all love it. I wish all gadgets worked as well as this one!

After using lesser juicers for a couple of years (you can see my reviews of them on amazon) I saw this machine at a store and bought it from amazon. I've been blown away! The best juicer ever. So powerful! Oranges come out bone-dry, every drop of juice goes into the glass. I squeeze fresh orange juice every morning, and I am sure I am saving at least $1 a day because this machine is so much more efficient than all my previous ones. I buy fewer oranges to get the same couple of glasses of juice. At this rate, the machine will pay for itself 100% in 4-5 months. The unit is sturdy, good-looking, quiet, easy to wash. A fantastic piece of home technology!PS - here we are, <hl> two years <hl> later, and I am still using this machine every day. It is a simple and effective piece of technology. Several friends have bought identical units after seeing me use mine - and they all love it. I wish all gadgets worked as well as this one!


Question: What kind of packing did the replacement product have?

I ordered this and it was delivered fast but in an extremely damaged box with only a sheet of packing paper shoved in one side. It had been dropped on the small handle end and dented, and there were dents in the metal trim ring of the lid. Amazon immediately sent me out a replacement and I had it in less than 2 days; but the replacement had even less packing and had similar but smaller dents from banging around inside the box. I kept it since it wasn't too bad to be used. If it starts to chip or peel the non-stick where the dent was, I'll update the review - but so far (2 weeks) it is still looking great.

Answer: even less packing

I ordered this and it was delivered fast but in an extremely damaged box with only a sheet of packing paper shoved in one side. It had been dropped on the small handle end and dented, and there were dents in the metal trim ring of the lid. <hl> Amazon immediately sent me out a replacement and I had it in less than 2 days; but the replacement had even less packing and had similar but smaller dents from banging around inside the box. <hl> I kept it since it wasn't too bad to be used. If it starts to chip or peel the non-stick where the dent was, I'll update the review - but so far (2 weeks) it is still looking great.

I ordered this and it was delivered fast but in an extremely damaged box with only a sheet of packing paper shoved in one side. It had been dropped on the small handle end and dented, and there were dents in the metal trim ring of the lid. Amazon immediately sent me out a replacement and I had it in less than 2 days; but the replacement had <hl> even less packing <hl> and had similar but smaller dents from banging around inside the box. I kept it since it wasn't too bad to be used. If it starts to chip or peel the non-stick where the dent was, I'll update the review - but so far (2 weeks) it is still looking great.


Question: What other product does BedVoyage sell on Amazon?

Not only do these BedVoyage sheets look great but the super soft feel is fabulous! The bamboo fiber has a cool feel like high thread count cotton sheets but are creamy soft. These sheets are like a dream come true for me as I like the cool feel of cotton and their soft cozy comfort.We bought these because they are made from bamboo a renewable resource and now we will buy another set because they are comfortable and beautiful. These should be ideal for use all year long as the fabric has a thermal regulating feel to it.I see that BedVoyage also has duvet covers on Amazon and one of those will be on my next shopping list.

Answer: duvet covers

Not only do these BedVoyage sheets look great but the super soft feel is fabulous! The bamboo fiber has a cool feel like high thread count cotton sheets but are creamy soft. These sheets are like a dream come true for me as I like the cool feel of cotton and their soft cozy comfort. We bought these because they are made from bamboo a renewable resource and now we will buy another set because they are comfortable and beautiful. These should be ideal for use all year long as the fabric has a thermal regulating feel to it. <hl> I see that BedVoyage also has duvet covers on Amazon and one of those will be on my next shopping list. <hl>

Not only do these BedVoyage sheets look great but the super soft feel is fabulous! The bamboo fiber has a cool feel like high thread count cotton sheets but are creamy soft. These sheets are like a dream come true for me as I like the cool feel of cotton and their soft cozy comfort.We bought these because they are made from bamboo a renewable resource and now we will buy another set because they are comfortable and beautiful. These should be ideal for use all year long as the fabric has a thermal regulating feel to it.I see that BedVoyage also has <hl> duvet covers <hl> on Amazon and one of those will be on my next shopping list.


Question: What did the author learn to make a few years ago?

I learned how to make pasta by hand a couple of years ago - and that included using a hand crank pasta machine bolted to my kitchen counter.Now that I've got this, I'm not going back!I decided that I had to really enjoy making pasta before investing in these attachments, but now that I have, it is SO much easier. Yes, most of the work of making pasta is in making the dough - and while these rollers obviously won't help with that - when it comes to rolling the dough out and cutting it, these make it much easier than with a crank machine. First off, you don't have to crank it. Yeah, it sounds obvious, but I was worried about the "uncontrolled" speed getting the best of me. Not to worry, if you can use a hand crank, you can use this - and you don't have to worry about it twisting on the counter! Second, it is pretty much at the perfect height - with plenty of room above the counter to maneuver. And finally, while I was worried about these being cheap and/or poorly made, they are (at least the ones I got!) solid and Italian-made.Frankly, I can't believe I waited as long as I did.........

Answer: pasta

<hl> I learned how to make pasta by hand a couple of years ago - and that included using a hand crank pasta machine bolted to my kitchen counter. <hl> Now that I've got this, I'm not going back!I decided that I had to really enjoy making pasta before investing in these attachments, but now that I have, it is SO much easier. Yes, most of the work of making pasta is in making the dough - and while these rollers obviously won't help with that - when it comes to rolling the dough out and cutting it, these make it much easier than with a crank machine. First off, you don't have to crank it. Yeah, it sounds obvious, but I was worried about the "uncontrolled" speed getting the best of me. Not to worry, if you can use a hand crank, you can use this - and you don't have to worry about it twisting on the counter! Second, it is pretty much at the perfect height - with plenty of room above the counter to maneuver. And finally, while I was worried about these being cheap and/or poorly made, they are (at least the ones I got!) solid and Italian-made. Frankly, I can't believe I waited as long as I did.........

I learned how to make <hl> pasta <hl> by hand a couple of years ago - and that included using a hand crank pasta machine bolted to my kitchen counter.Now that I've got this, I'm not going back!I decided that I had to really enjoy making pasta before investing in these attachments, but now that I have, it is SO much easier. Yes, most of the work of making pasta is in making the dough - and while these rollers obviously won't help with that - when it comes to rolling the dough out and cutting it, these make it much easier than with a crank machine. First off, you don't have to crank it. Yeah, it sounds obvious, but I was worried about the "uncontrolled" speed getting the best of me. Not to worry, if you can use a hand crank, you can use this - and you don't have to worry about it twisting on the counter! Second, it is pretty much at the perfect height - with plenty of room above the counter to maneuver. And finally, while I was worried about these being cheap and/or poorly made, they are (at least the ones I got!) solid and Italian-made.Frankly, I can't believe I waited as long as I did.........


Question: What were they looking for?

I was looking for an old fashioned flour sack dish towel and thought I would try these BUT they are so small - especially after I washed and dried them! I was pretty disappointed in them SO I went back on Amazon and looked for something better for dishes. I finally found the RIGHT ONES….instead of buying these PLEASE check out the AUNT MARTHA'S 33 X 38 INCH FLOUR SACK DISH TOWELS!!!!!!!! THEY ARE AWESOME! MUCH MUCH better than these! I was looking for extremely absorbent dish towels and large ones that won't shrink….and these are NOT the right ones to buy.

Answer: old fashioned flour sack dish towel

<hl> I was looking for an old fashioned flour sack dish towel and thought I would try these <hl> BUT they are so small - especially after I washed and dried them! I was pretty disappointed in them SO I went back on Amazon and looked for something better for dishes. I finally found the RIGHT ONES….instead of buying these PLEASE check out the AUNT MARTHA'S 33 X 38 INCH FLOUR SACK DISH TOWELS!!!!!!!! THEY ARE AWESOME! MUCH MUCH better than these! I was looking for extremely absorbent dish towels and large ones that won't shrink….and these are NOT the right ones to buy.

I was looking for an <hl> old fashioned flour sack dish towel <hl> and thought I would try these BUT they are so small - especially after I washed and dried them! I was pretty disappointed in them SO I went back on Amazon and looked for something better for dishes. I finally found the RIGHT ONES….instead of buying these PLEASE check out the AUNT MARTHA'S 33 X 38 INCH FLOUR SACK DISH TOWELS!!!!!!!! THEY ARE AWESOME! MUCH MUCH better than these! I was looking for extremely absorbent dish towels and large ones that won't shrink….and these are NOT the right ones to buy.