2015/03/28

Product Review - Wool Dryer Balls and Soap Nuts & Giveaway

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I got a chance to review these Dryer Balls and Soap Berries from Little Lamb at a discounted price.  You can go to Amazon and find all these different sets there.  I will provide links.


The set of 6 Dryer Balls, pictured above, is a great set for lots and lots of drying cycles.  The info with the Soap Berries, pictured below, says using them with the Dryer Balls will leave your clothes soft and fluffed with no static.  Well, it depends on the material but most everything I dried was little to no static.  The items with most static were fleece or polyester blends.  So nothing out of the ordinary.






The Soap Berries, or nuts, are very easy to use.  They are quite strong smelling when first opened, but that dissipates fairly quickly.  They are all natural and can be added to compost after used if you compost.  The small bag is included for use in the wash cycle.  Load it up with a handful of the nuts then smash them a bit.  My oldest son had a great time smacking the bad against the floor for me.  Once you do that, then for a few seconds run it under hot water.  Then the bag of soap nuts can be pulled out with the wash and thrown in the dryer.  Or if you're like me I pull stuff out individually so it's easy to find the bag.  Then I just threw it in with the next load.  The soap nuts are good for 3-5 washes.  Once used up, compost or throw them away and get another handful and start again.

If you're looking for a more natural way to get your laundry done the Soap Nuts and Dryer Balls are a great way to go.  They are affordable and environmentally friendly.  I would certainly recommend them to most everyone.  My clothes just smelled clean and were soft.  I will offer a small warning not to forget a load in the washer because the laundry will end up smelling like the soap nuts!



The pictures above are two alternative sets you may purchase.  Think of these as starter sets or a great baby shower gift.  The one is a 4 pack of just Dryer Balls and the other is 3 Dryer Balls with a small pack of Soap Nuts included.

20% Discount Code: D3KBOOQ4 for any of the products below:
6 Pack Dryer Balls
4 Pack Dryer Balls
3 Pack Dryer Balls with Soap Nuts
1.1lb Soap Berries

And now for the exciting part, put your name in the hat for a chance to win a 6 pack of Dryer Balls and 2 bags of Soap Berries!  Good luck!!
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2015/03/25

Francois et Mimi 20oz Vintage Soup Mugs - Review



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I received a set of these soup mugs for free in exchange for my honest opinion.

These soup mugs are wonderful.  We have really enjoyed using them.  We've had all sorts of soups and chili.  I have been wanting a set of soup mugs and I so happy I was given the opportunity to try these.

These mugs could also be used for coffee or tea.  Or would make a lovely dessert presentation.  The design on the outside is quite pretty.  I was so excited when I pulled them out of the box.  

These soup mugs are lead-free stoneware ceramic.  They have done well in the dishwasher.  The mugs are microwave safe too.  Which for us is a necessity.  

If you wish to try Francois et Mimi soup mugs, here is a link to a different style.

The ones pictured here that I reviewed are unfortunately out of stock.  

Francois et Mimi Pastel Color Ice Cream Bowls - Review


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I received a set of these bowls for free in exchange for my honest opinion.

I love these little bowls.  They are just as pretty in person as they are in the picture.  The colors are vibrant and they came with quite good timing for spring.  They remind me of Easter egg colors.

We've used them several times now.  They are the perfect size for ice cream or a brownie sundae or just a regular sundae.  We've also used them as soup bowls for our sons.  Good portion size for little ones.

I enjoy using these bowls because they're pretty and a good size for many different meals or desserts.  They have held up beautifully going through the dishwasher.  Which is just an added bonus!  These bowls are also lead-free stoneware ceramic and microwave safe to boot.  I would certainly recommend them to anyone who likes dessert, has young children, or likes to entertain.  

You can go here: Francois et Mimi Ice Cream Bowl, Pastel Colors, Set of 6 to purchase on Amazon.  They are reasonably priced I believe.  I hope if you do purchase a set, you enjoy them as much as I have enjoyed my set!