Sminiker Outdoor Waterproof Motorcycle Cover

I want to make sure that my husband and my motorcycles were covered in our garage for the winter months. I had previously bought a motorcycle cover sometime ago and wanted to find one for my husbands motorcycle. We both have sport bikes and so we definitely like to take care of them as best we can.  Sport bikes are smaller than cruisers and so the XXL size of this cover would do a nice job of covering all parts.

When received, I was very disappointed in the quality of this particular item from looking at the pictures on the seller's listing.  It appears to be a nice weight of fabric from the pictures and thicker. But when received, that was not the case.  From a manufacturing perspective as I looked over the product (see video), the material was not soft at all and crinkled constantly. The material was not thick and very, very thin with seams easily tearing apart when pulled.  As I looked over the sewing around the edges, although there were two rows of stitching, the spacing of the stitches was very far apart which tends to result in the fabric coming apart/tearing. The elastic used felt strong, but the two straps on the edges that buckle together underneath the bike to keep the cover on, broke from the fabric with barely any pulling.  I feel that the low quality stitching with low quality material, caused this major defect in functionality.

I would not recommend this product as I feel the quality was just not up to what it should have been and what I am used to getting from Amazon.
I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01EJBZ3FC

Augymer Magic Cube Rubik's Cube 5x5

My little girl absolutely loves puzzles and mazes. In no time flat she figured out the pyramid rubik's puzzle I gave her as a Christmas present. In addition, she also figured out the cool snake like puzzle piece as well!  She has yet to be able to solve a 3 x 3 Rubik's cube, and I purchased this one for her upcoming birthday as I know she'll just love it as an additional challenge!

Overall the construction of the puzzle is very well-done and appears made of a good to high-quality. Each row was extremely easy to move in all directions. This was unlike the original 4 x 4 Rubik's cube which can tend to be a little stiff. Just as the product description says, there were no stickers on this one and the colors appeared well marked on the puzzle.

I think this is a very well-made cube and it's going to create future hours of fun for my girl!
I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

At the time of this review writing, the 5x5 was unavailable via the regular seller I purchased mine from.  Here is a link to the 4x4.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01AK1ILZE

Vteyes Universal Mobile Phone Telephoto/Fisheye Lens

This was a great little find to keep with me as I'm out and about and want get a different 'look' for my phone pics.  Sometimes, that little extra space on the sides of your pic can make all the difference in how it looks!

I was very impressed with how the lens was packaged in a simple yet well-designed box to ensure that it did not move during transport and did not accidentally scratch the lens. The weight of the lens in the hand was solid and felt heavier than I would have imagined. This speaks to some of the good manufacturing quality that comes with this particular lens. I could find no major manufacturing defects or pieces of metal sticking out from the apparatus that holds the lens. The product comes with two clip adapters, Which is good for me in case I lose one. The clip adapters are not of as high-quality as the lens itself in my opinion.  However, it did provide a very good and tight fit over my phone.  What I definitely wanted to try out with this particular lens was how close I could get to a flower or something very,very close in order to get a macro picture. I learned you cannot get extremely close with this particular fisheye lens. The closest I could get without it un-focusing was about 8 inches from the object. On a side note, I did try to put this on my laptop webcam and it didn't work (I have a MacBook Air). It doesn't let enough light in and so the picture was very dark and it could not be used this way.

I would have liked to have seen something a little smoother go over the fisheye lens piece that goes in front of your cell phone lens. Only because when you remove the clip, it can drag along your cell phone camera's glass and I am worried it will cause scratching.

Overall, I love the quality of the product itself and its ability to bring out a nice high quality perspective when in use.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01EJAQMMG

Best Device - OEM Samsung Adaptive Fast Charger

Replacement cables can be so expensive at your local Target or Walmart. I find that it was much easier and cheaper to do an Amazon search and look for an extra cord and charger for my Samsung Galaxy S5. I found this one which claims to be an adaptive fast charger and so I wanted to try it out.

I did find some differences between my original charging cable/plug to this one I ordered. What was most noticeable is that the end piece which goes into your phone does not have the two piece charging port like the original. It is just a standard insertable piece that is seen on most Micro USB chargers. Therefore, I can only assume that the fast charging must come from the actual Block that goes into the wall plug.  There are some differences in Amps which I talk about in my video.

It appears to work well, despite its difference in look and when used with the wall plug, it did charge quickly. I could find no major manufacturing defects or pieces of plastic sticking out anywhere on the product. Mostly, I got this as an extra cable for my car and it's been working just fine.  However, I have come to realize that it is definitely the wall plug that makes the difference in how fast it charges.

Overall I am very happy with this particular purchase and have found it to work well so far.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01C3AMOW6

Coreal 60L Outdoor Travel Hiking Backpack

What an absolutely fantastic backpack! I've been looking for something that both I and my kids can use when we take weekend camping trips. Although this is not an internal or external frame backpack, it was extremely comfortable and able to hold quite a bit of gear.

Looking over the quality of the back pack, it is extremely well-made with strong straps and a ton of extra storage pockets. No where could I find issues with the stitching and all of the zippers were great and worked very well and smooth. It is great that this particular backpack also has the waist straps that allow for it to sit comfortably on the hips.   The only thing that I would have liked it to have had would have been for the over the shoulder straps and back pad be thicker and a more ventilated back pad.

The adjustability was phenomenal, and the weight was nicely balanced when it was packed completely.  I picked up the orange color and I can safely say that it is a very nice classic hiking orange color.

Overall, I think this is an extremely well-made product and it was very comfortable for me. Although I can see that if you were to go on a very very long trek, the shoulder straps could potentially become uncomfortable after a while due to the padding issue.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B015ON62B8

Young Mugs - Dear Dad Love Your Favorite Mug

This is a simple very nice coffee cup for a gift. I picked this one up for one of my children to give to my husband on Father's Day.  When she saw it she couldn't help but giggle a ton! "Oh mom, this is perfect!".

It is a standard size coffee cup without any extra bells and whistles. The construction is simple and yet it feels solid in the hand, The lettering does not look like it will wear off in the dishwasher which is always a plus for me! I hate it when you have to hand wash things. From a manufacturing standpoint, the quality of the cup is very good and I could find no ceramic pieces sticking out or bad molding.

Overall, I am very happy with the cup, and I think it will be a great big hit with lots of laughs on Father's Day.
I received this product free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01FRRQES2

Sago Brothers - Tree Swing/Hammock Straps

A fantastic set of tree straps to go with my new camping hammocks for the summer.  It's time to hit the road camping so I grabbed a set of these straps and have found them to be VERY well made.  They are sturdy, strong, and the stitching if very very good.  The carabiners are what seem to me to be industrial strength without any weak spots.  This was my favorite thing about the set.  They even have a screw on feature!!

The material of the straps is a very nice thickness with no issues in the stitching nor strength.  There is only 1 loop on the end versus others you might find out there that have multiple loop options along the strap.  When tried out on the trees, it worked great with no slippage and morning dew didn't affect the ability to stay in place.

I tested the straps also at my home around square posts and they held up very well.  Please note that you need to do a youtube search for how to best put up straps around square poles.  There was no slipping and no weird 'creaky' sounds like it wouldn't stay put (I'm always scared I don't put them on right and they'll give way).  Overall a fantastic purchase I am very happy with.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01FQBPUFM

Everyday Vacation Giant Pink Flamingo Float

I can't believe the size and amazingness of this flamingo! It is so big our local community pool will not let us use this as it takes up way too much room. That should give you an idea of just how incredibly big and awesome this float is. So instead, I've decided we will use this at the pond on our ranch!

As you can see from the pictures, this is big enough for an adult to lay down on or 2 kids (14 and 11). When we tried it out on the pond I had to speedily beat my kids running to get on it first. It is so incredibly fun, I cannot even describe it. As an adult, it feels like you're a little kid again when you sit on top of this giant float.

I like to tell everyone about the manufacturing quality of a product as I, like you, want my things to last. For this one, as I looked over the whole product, it appeared well-made and durable. Like with any other float I know that we have to take care of it to prevent it from getting punctured, but it feels like the plastic is nice and sturdy. The seams were nicely done and I could find no major plastic pieces sticking out anywhere or in any areas where it would poke me. The valves were very nice, and appeared well-made and durable.

You may have read from other reviews that the head fills up separately from the body. The head takes a normal size input that we are used to with most floats (and less than 1 min to fill up with compressor). However, the actual body uses a much much bigger hole. So big in fact, that you would not be able to really blow from your mouth into this area. And if you did, it would take you hours and hours and hours. Instead what I used, is my air compressor hose and even with this, it took about 10 minutes to fill up. But that is just my personal experience.

Overall I am super happy with this purchase and the smiles and giggles from my kids were more than enough for me to realize this was a great purchase for the summer! We are even thinking of taking it to the beach with us.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01D5TFI4U

easyDecor Solar Outdoor String Lights (8 modes)

I don't have alot of outlets in my front yard for decorating and so I am always looking for great solar powered lights. Over the last christmas I coveted led soft blue lights I saw in my neighbors yard on their bushes and trees and vowed to get some. I found these little gems and they work great! It's a nice long cord and after leaving them all day in the sun to get charged up, they shined wonderfully at night. They got an additional test when we had an unexpected rain storm while I had them hooked up.

I will use this in my front garden for now to sit outside at night and have them light up, then move them at xmas to anywhere I want. The quality is great and I had no issues with any of the lights being burned out. The manufacturing quality was fantastic and I could find no issues. I especially like the soft glow these produce and the fact that they have so many great settings! I am super happy with this purchase!

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01DLHPX96

Starling's Car Trunk Organizer

I am absolutely in love with this organizer! I've been secretly in envy of my sister in law's for quite sometime. Do you know when I think about this? When I make a turn and I can hear everything in my trunk rattle from one side to the other. It's a busy working mom's life! So here we go, this is my effort in getting my car and kid stuff organized.

In looking over the manufacturing quality of the product, I have to say, it is extremely well-made! Quality of the fabric feels fantastic, and all the sides felt very nice and strong. What I particularly liked about this was that the straps were nice and strong and felt well attached to the base. The stitching looked good and the amount of pockets is nice!

I can safely report to you now that the organizer has freed up a ton more room in the trunk AND I don't hear the rattling! WOOHOO!

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01AROI49W

SunGrow Digital Thermometer for Aquariums

This is become my new favorite aquarium device. It was a close tie between my CO2 indicator and this, but this definitely won out! I have been testing it out continuously for over a week now and it has consistently given great results. It is so easy to use that there really isn't much to it at all.

The overall feel of the product was good, and I could see no major manufacturing defects or plastic pieces sticking out. The wire connection between the main device and the thermometer probe where nice and tight. After I removed the plastic cover from the digital read area, the LCD was clear and bright for me to read. When comparing readings between the digital thermometer and an aquarium mercury one, the digital thermometer read 78.2 while the mercury thermometer read 79.

This is a great addition to my little 5 gallon community. I'm super happy I got it!

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01E96KHNA

Mobility iPad Folio Case - Light Green

My 11-year-old daughter desperately needed a replacement for her iPad case. If you see my video, you'll understand why. I ordered the lime green color because I wanted to make sure I could spot it anywhere in the room faster. Is that crazy?

I was really happy with the quality of this case. I knew when I ordered it that it would not be real leather, but the feel is very good nonetheless. The inside cover and back that the iPad touches is extremely soft! My daughter definitely said to me that she really loved the way it converts to be able to stand upright by itself so she could watch movies without holding it. A look over the stitching revealed no major issues, loose threads, or bad stitching. My 11-year-old has really take to loving the stylus although, when I looked over it, It seemed a bit cheaply made however it has held up to her daily abuse ok so far. The only other thing I wish was different was that the magnets that hold the cover over it were stronger. It really didn't take much to detach them and I'm worried that could fly open easier if it fell. Just a hunch.

Overall I think this is a very nicely made product of good to high-quality and I'm (and my daughter) extremely happy with this purchase!

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01E5YH5S6

2B MASTER Watermelon Slicer

This is the hottest summer gadget this year! I know, I know, I caved and got one because I really was curious as to how this fascinating little device worked. And I'm not ashamed to admit, my husband does not allow me to cut watermelon because I cut crooked or slaughter it every time. Now with this new gadget, he can't say anything!

In looking over the manufacturing quality of the product, the handle plastic was very nice and soft, gripped nicely, and felt good in hand. The only issue that I had, was that the wire which cuts the watermelon got bent somewhat when I was first learning how to use it. I think a little bit thicker or sturdier attachment area for this would help greatly. The small melon baller was a nice addition, and edges were sharp on one side, and the round side did not feel like it would break with some pressure. I didn't particularly like that the welded/molded circle part of the spoon with the straight part (see video).

Overall, I think this is a pretty well made product. After I got the hang of how to use it, it has become easier and easier!

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01EKDPT5I

Sades SA708GT Headset

My review comes from my 14 year old son whom I bought these for. His last set of headphones to play Xbox live with just had the microphone stop working and we figured it was a connection issue/wire between the mic apparatus and where it connects within the earbud. I wanted to pick him up a new set, and this seemed like a very nice one.

When I received the headset, there were a few things that won me right off the bat. One was that these have to be plugged in to get power and so there was no need for extra batteries. Those of you parents out there who have young sons know how fast they can go through these batteries! The next thing that I really liked was that the microphone can be tucked up into the left earphone so there is less chance it can get broken by being sat on, etc. Thirdly, the noise canceling function worked extremely well and the ear pads were comfortable.

The sound quality was good to very good for this level of a gaming headset. My son had no issues with the microphone as some other reviewers have stated happen to their's. Overall, this is a very well-made headset and it passed my 14-year-olds test!

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01EKF3GSS

C Waters Swimming Goggles

An extremely well made a swimming goggles in my humble opinion. I purchased this nice set for my 11-year-old daughter who is on a local swim team.I like to always have extras on hand just in case. She's now moved into an adult size goggles and this seemed like a nice choice.

I really like to check out the manufacturing quality of a product as that can make a big difference and whether something will last or not. As I looked over this pair of goggles, I could find no major manufacturing defects, plastic pieces sticking out, or scratches on the lenses. I particularly liked it that the company went so far as to put protective stickers over the lenses until you take them off. The feel of the straps was very nice, but what I thought was really nice was the feel of goggles over the eyes (comfortable/secure).

I tested these at my local pool and found them to work extremely well. There is no major glare while in use, the straps stayed secure around my head, no lens leakage, and the anti-fogging worked as promised.
Overall, I feel this is a very well-made set of swimming goggles. I also really loved the fact that the storage case was a nice hard plastic to avoid frivolous scratches.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01E1T5VUO

Sminiker Portable Handheld Car Vacuum

This car vacuum is a godsend. I have a 14 and 11-year-old in my backseat many days. And I can tell you, my carpet has seen better days, and there's been a rogue M&M found more times than I care to admit. This is a great little vacuum! For my review, I tested out the vacuuming ability but not the compressor ability.

From a manufacturing perspective, this is a very well-made vacuum. All the pieces fit together perfectly, I could find no major manufacturing defects in the molding, and even the small filter itself appeared nice and thick to the touch. In looking over the attachment pieces, they were not super high-quality but nice enough that I could see no major issues with them. After testing, the extra attachments worked well and were sturdy to the touch and feel. The vacuum itself, is a bit heavier then I expected, but not overly so. What I particularly liked was that the cord was extra long and I could get everywhere in my small cross-over (Nissan Rouge).  The smaller pointed attachment worked better than the one from my house vacuum cleaner!  Plus the smaller size worked great to get the nooks and crannies with small trash that my house one couldn't reach. The size is fantastic and I keep it in my storage box in my trunk of my car. If there was one thing I could change, it would be for it to also have a DC Power supply so I could use it  for small in the house jobs.

Overall I think it is a very well made product that does exactly what I needed it to. I really do like it!

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01DNMX77E

Breett VR Headset

For purposes of this review I compared this set of glasses to VR Shinecon, Luxebell, and Google Cardboard. Overall the glasses felt comfortable on the head and around the nose.

Comfort: #1: VR Shinecon, #2 Luxebell, #3 Breett, #4 Google
Adjustability: #1 VR Shinecon, #2 Breett, #3 Luxebell #4 Google
Eyepad Quality: #1 VR Shinecon #2 Luxebell #3 Breett #4 Google
Button Access for VR Games: #1 Google - All others have no button for 'choosing' 'shooting' on games
Focal Adjustment Possible from eye distance to screen: #1 VR Shinecon - all others have no way to adjust this length
Eye Lens Adjustment (both in/outward & focus): #1 Breet #2 VR Shinecon #3 Luxebell #4 Google
Ability to hold phone in place: #1 Breet (WITH PHONE CASE ON) #2 VR Shinecon #Google #4 Luxebell

Overall these are a nice mid-level set of goggles that could use a couple of upgrades in design but worked well.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01F4YUV3C

LOUISE MAELYS 20 piece Nail Art Painting Kit

The number of brushes you get with the set is just fantastic. I do my own nails at home (and I love to do my daughter's). I wanted this set because I knew it came with the pieces that could be used for stones and jewelry application. In looking at the manufacturing quality of the bag everything comes in, it is just a small vinyl plastic bag that is nothing very fancy. But the stitching on it was well-done and the two buttons used to hold it closed worked very nicely. I particularly like that it had a plastic cover go over the tops of the brushes to protect them.

My only issue was that the tops of the brush heads were not attached to the rest of the brush very well. Without very much pressure, I pulled on the tops of the brushes and they detached from the rest of the brush very easily. I thought maybe this was perhaps just the one brush that I chose, so I picked another one randomly to do the same test. It too came apart very easily. I believe if the manufacturer could add a stronger adhesive to prevent them coming apart, that would definitely help with quality.

Overall I feel it's a very nicely made set with many options. When my daughter and I tried out the brushes, we found that they tell very good in the hand and performed nicely. They were also relatively easy to clean and after drying kept their shape. We also tried the accessory attaching pieces. It was super nice to have different options of sizes as we had to go through a couple until we found one that would work with the size of this jewels we wanted to add to the nails.

I'm very happy with the set and will probably be using some hot glue or superglue to reattach the paintbrush heads that came off when I pulled them.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B016W7L4U4

Better Bliss Kegel Exercise Kit for Women

There are lots of different reasons why people need to do kegel exercises. For me, after having two kids and now being in my 40s, things are just not as tight as they used to be and bladder control starts becoming an issue. As my urologist said, doing Kegel exercises helps keep everything strong and 'together'.

I was pleasantly surprised at the high-quality I saw with these. The material used is extremely soft and very comfortable with a good size and design. The 'tail' of the ball was very flexible and felt comfortable while pulling it out. During the course of the day, and having the ball inserted, I can honestly say that it was very comfortable, and I could notice the difference while performing the exercises during the day due to the weight of the ball. At home, it was washed with antibacterial soap and dried. It did not dry out but stayed soft and supple.

Overall, I feel it is a very nicely made product and was comfortable well being used per the manufacture's directions. I was never uncomfortable while it was in use and I do very much like that it came with a discrete bag I can put away.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B013J2I7TQ

Zeuste [3-Pack Silver 6Ft] Lightning Charging Cables

This is a very nice three pack of lightning cables. I picked up this particular package because my kids iPhone and iPad cords we're not working very well anymore. It was time for replacements. What I really liked best about this particular pack was that they were 6 foot long cords which allowed them (and me) more room when things were charging. For example, my kids sitting in the backseat of my car needed to charge something, but that cord wouldn't reach as far as the cigarette lighter. Now with these long cords, there is no problem with them plugging in and still having enough room to maneuver their device.

Overall, the manufacturing seemed to be very good for this particular product. I could find no major manufacturing defects or pieces of plastic sticking out anywhere. I do need to report that after two weeks of use one of the cables connection heads popped off. I wasn't too worried about this as I had to back ups now, But just wanted to add that into my review so others could be aware. Both of the other cables are working perfectly, So this just could have been a glitch.

Overall I'm very happy with the performance of these cables so far.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B01D4IGO7M

Hydor 25W Submersible Glass Aquarium Heater

This is a great little heater! I wanted to buy something for my 5 gallon aquarium as I have a beta and some other fish. And I know they need to be at a warmer temperature, so I picked this one up to ensure that. When I looked over the product itself, I could see no major manufacturing defects or issues. The thermometer looks very well-made and sturdy.

I also have a digital underwater aquarium thermometer, so I tested to see if the temperature I set this heater at was truly accurate. I set the heater for 79°Fahrenheit and checked it the next day on the digital thermometer. The digital turn thermometer read 78.6. For my personal use this was acceptable and I did not feel this was a significant difference in what the heater was putting out.

Overall I think this is a great little tear in it did a wonderful job in my small aquarium.

To buy on Amazon: https://amzn.com/B0006JLPG8

Wunderglass Screen Protector Samsung E5

This screen protector but it's very well-made. As I looked over the product, all the edges were very smooth. In addition, the screen protector had a nice flexibility to it while remaining strong.

If you've never put on a screen protector like this, it is nearly impossible to not get a speck of dust or air bubble in underneath the screen. However, try to use lint free gloves and an area that's is clean as you can get it. Although there are no direct instructions on how to apply the screen protector, I would suggest doing a YouTube search to watch others perform this.
I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

Overall, I think this is a nicely constructed screen protector and well made.

To buy on Amazon: http://amzn.com/B01472UIXA

Perfecto 'I Love You' Pendant

I wanted to surprise my 11 year old after her dance recital with something special along with her flowers from me and my husband.  She was absolutely THRILLED to get this cute little pendant necklace.  I have to say, when I took it out of the package I was pleasantly surprised how nicely it shined.  She wore it non-stop for the whole week as I wanted to see how the color would hold up before I wrote my review.

From a quality standpoint it is of fair to good quality for the price.  I don't feel it's designed to be a high end item but the workmanship on the moon and hear was nice with the cute font used for the lettering.

To buy on Amazon: http://amzn.com/B0185S1S9U

Colore Watercolor Paint Set

This is a beautiful watercolor paint set. The fact that it comes with so many different colors to choose from was just a fantastic plus for the price.

I found that the feel of the paint was very good, a very small bit feeling of liquidity only in that when the plate I had it on (and turned completely vertical) it did run ever so slightly . But the colors were very vibrant and brilliant when they did not have any water added.

Each tube does come with a foil seal in order to keep the paint fresh within the tube. When actually testing the product, the feel on the paintbrush had a very nice smooth feel and absorbed into the paper quickly. Adding a tad bit amount of water did not over-lighten the color. It's going to be a great addition to my crafting area.

Overall I feel the variety of colors and the way it felt on the paintbrush as well as how easily it washed off indicated if very high quality paint. I am very happy with this product!
I received this product at a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.

To buy on Amazon: http://amzn.com/B01B17UBI6

Home Complete Space Saver Bags

We've all seen the space saver bags on TV and although they may seem a little cheesy, for me, they are actually pretty darn helpful!  I've tried using the cheaper generic ones where you just put things in and squish them closed to get the air out, then zip them up, but inevitably the air leaks back in.

I desperately needed some for all the extra pillows I have in my house.  4 are for camping, 4 are for when company comes over and I just don't have any extra space for something that takes up that much room!  So I decided 1 finally needed to buy some of the better ones. These fit the bill perfectly!

Not only did I get a great bargain with so many bags and one box, but the different sizes really work well with some of my smaller items as well.

The manufacturing of the actual bags themselves felt very good, and I did not feel like the plastic used to make them was too thin or would tear at the seams. The clip that actually seals the top part of the bag probably could have been a little bit better made, but it didn't affect the functionality at all. I had no issues at all with the bag after all the air was out, and those plastic pieces that you turn to close the hole felt very well-made.

Overall, I feet this was a very high-quality set and very easy to use. I will definitely be picking up a couple more boxes for other items in my home.

To buy on Amazon: http://amzn.com/B0191OBGH6

Spigo Resin Pot

I thought this pot was going to be one of those very lightweight items that you see at Home Depot or Walmart. I was totally surprised that this is a very solid and slightly heavy plastic resin pot. I chose the blue color since I wanted a pop of color in my front garden.

From a manufacturing standpoint, the pot is very well-made.I could find no major defects or pieces of plastic from the molding process sticking out. It has a smooth feel all the way around but just know that it does not have holes at the bottom for water drainage. There is a spot or you could drill one hole through but you will have to do it manually at home (that's what I did).

For my blue color, it almost seems from afar that it is made out of clay until you get a little closer and feel it. Overall, I think it was a very well-made pot and suits my needs perfectly.

To buy on Amazon:  http://amzn.com/B01EGM3LQ2

Boyon Cube Clock

You know I used to have a clock right by my sink in the bathroom so I could time the mornings on school days. Unfortunately, that particular clock had a second hand and so my daughter stole it from me to time her teeth brushing in the morning. Ever since then I've been looking for a replacement. Just something small and easy that I could quickly look at as I'm getting ready.

This little cube clock is really nice and definitely fit the bill for what I needed it for. Although it is not true wood, and the corners might come undone because it's just a fake wood like layer adhesive on top, it doesn't matter to me. I thought this would just tell me the time but I have found that it can do so much more. It has three alarm settings, can cycle through the time, date, and temperature (then turn off or you can set it to stay on) and you can even adjust brightness. (just read instructions and keep playing with the settings). For me in particular I really like the brightness feature as in the middle of the night when I get up and go in the bathroom I don't even have to turn on the light. It acts just like a nightlight! I would say that it's not a super high quality product however it could last a while if you take care of it.

Overall, this nice little clock did exactly what I needed it to. And the fact but it has a few extra features is a nice little plus. But don't expect a super high-quality item.

To buy on Amazon: http://amzn.com/B016D8DZZE