Tape Dispenser

Perfect for Cheap Bargain Tapes, Works Perfectly Every Time

I quit tearing my hair out after I got this.
Somehow I ended up with bargain tapes that just would not work right.
The packing tape kept falling out of the hand gadget, and my scotch tape would never stick to the serrated edge of its included plastic holder.
Both kept reverting to sticking to themselves, then I would spend 10 minutes trying to find the start of the tape again.
I was hopping mad about the cheap tapes and how hard they were to use.
While poking around looking for solutions, I came across this heavy duty desktop dispenser.
I decided to give it a try.
PHEW!
I have my life back now.
My cheap tapes works beautifully in this robust holder.
I have not had a single mishap yet and I've been using this dozens of times each day for awhile now.
So go ahead and buy those cheap bargain tapes, then get this dispenser to make them work right.
Life is good.             

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Officemate 2-In-1 Heavy Duty Tape Dispenser, Black (96690)   

Spiffy Passport Wallet

Beautiful wallet perfect for holding passport, cash and credit cards while traveling.

Came with a beautiful built in pen for all those customs and immigration forms one must fill out at every port of entry. 

The pad of paper is not included, but I stuck that in my wallet because it's nice to have handy to make notes, especially when the immigration officer just told me where to o get the best roti.

Wallet is very well made of sturdy fabric with tight neat stitching and strong zipper.

This is RFID blocking so you are safe from high tech thieves.

Zero Grid Passport Wallet - Travel Document Holder w/ RFID Blocking 

Read more about RFID and how it works and why you should use it. 

Handy Backpack That Folds Up Into A Pouch

This is cool as can be.

A sturdy well made backpack that folds up to a tiny pack for storage.

Has a nifty water bottle holder on the side. Seams are well made. Stitching is tight, neat and professional with no loose threads.

Sturdy two-way zippers.

Has lots of pockets to make it easy to find your stuff.

Sturdy back straps or carrying handle.

Nice trendy color.

OMSHOO 30L Foldable Backpack Ultra Lightweight Packable Backpack for Outdoor Travel Trekking Daypack 

Read interesting article about Backpack vs Rucksack vs Daypack.

Nifty Travel Bag With Many Nice Features

Great travel bag with nifty features for your personal care items.

I ordered a gender neutral color. It holds more items than I travel with. When I get where I am going, it can be hung up on a hook or on a clothing hanger. It's easy to see and find all my items.

The stitching is nice and tight. The zippers are well made.

Good sturdy bag that looks like it will last many many years.

Hanging Toiletry Bag,Portable Multifunction Travel Toiletry Organizer Cosmetic Makeup Bag Kit for Women Men,Ideal Holiday Gifts 

 

Learn essential packing tips for your toiletry bag .

Handy Idea For Organization

These are cute as can be for prepacking your luggage or organizing around the home. I am using mine to better organize my personal clothes and other things, especially off season items. I have limited storage and this is a great way to make the best use of my storage solutions.

The material is a festive stripe on the bias. Three of the containers have mesh on one side for breath-ability.  All zippers are sturdy with two zipper pulls. Some of the bags have draw string, most have zippers.

I have some bulky sweaters that are hard to store and the mesh bags make easy work for them. One of the bags is gusseted and about the size of a shoe box, so you can pack a spare pair of shoes without the soles getting your clothes dirty.


Also if you've ever had customs dump out your luggage and then you have to repack it quickly, this might be an easier alternative. 

Youtube video link.

8 Set Packing Cube Luggage(4 Cubes 1 Shoes Bag 3 Mesh Pouches)Travel System Organizers Accessory

Organize Your Life

These tags are wonderful. Just what I needed.

I love the four festive colors, red, yellow, blue and green. The metal ring appears to be stainless steel, nobody wants rusty key rings. For me it's wonderful to have my keys labeled. I like to keep spare keys at home, in case anything happens I have a backup. This makes it easy to label each duplicate key for safekeeping.

Like many folks, I have a mountain of keys to keep up with, even though I don't need them all on a daily basis. I've found it useful to have multiple sets of keys for different reasons. For instance when I walk the dog, I only need a key to my home and not a whole ring of keys. So I have one home key labeled dog. When I am out bicycle riding, I need a key to my home and a key to my bicycle lock, but I don't need to carry a big ring of keys that has everything to my life, so I put together a home key and bicycle key and labeled that bike.

For my RV, I have outside compartments that lock up, all with different keys. Being able to label the entire set as RV with the individual ones on separate tags for backup is a bonanza.

They are great for labeling keys, luggage and the dog. Yes, my dog is so active he keeps wearing out his metal tags. Sometimes we travel and I want to put a temporary phone number on him, so this is a great way to label the dog too. Because he is so active, I put a little bit of clear tape on the tag to make sure the paper inside stays dry and doesn't fall out in his rambunctiousness.

I also have keys belonging to my friends who have pets. They leave me their keys in case there is an emergency, I can use their key to go rescue their pet or take care of them in case they are running late getting home.. Now it's a breeze to keep up with my small mountain of keys.

These tags enabled me to feel so ridiculously organized, I have no excuse to ever wonder now WHAT is this key for again? Also they are terrific for labeling luggage when traveling. You can have one with the date and final destination, the other can be used to have your name and phone number. Either way, any lost luggage should turn up at your hotel or at the very least, someone may call you and get it back to you.

Foxnovo 60pcs Plastic Key Fobs Luggage ID Tags Labels with Key Rings

See more way to organize your life. 

Great Idea For Identical Key Types that are Keyed Differently

This is a great idea if you have a stack of similar keys and want to organize them.

In my case, my keys are all different types, so I wasn't able to use this effectively.

You also need separate instructions which they happily email you after purchase, so you can figure out how to install the keys and put it back together again. Then you can attach it to a regular loop (not included) with other keys if you want to be able to hang it up.

It's a great idea for identical keys. you can stack them up and have them fit nice and neatly inside. It would be easy over time to memorize which key fits what and not have to fumble around reading labels.

For instance if you are a landlord with 10 different units, you could neatly install all 10 keys. Or if you have 10 different padlocks from the same company but each one keyed differently, you could put them inside this case neatly.

Ragu Key Organizer Key Chain Key Holder Pocket Organizer Compact Design Aircraft Aluminum Material Fit up to 10 Keys

Handy Snap Rings

10PCS Aluminum Carabiner Clip 2 inch (2")/5 cm - Durable D Shape Carabiner for Home RV Camping Fishing Hiking Traveling Backpack and Keychain - Gift for dad - child - adult.

These D rings are super useful. 

My small active dog wears a vest type harness that attaches with velcro across his back. To hook in his leash, there are two rings, one on each side of the vest. Once those are both hooked into his leash, then he is safe to walk outside on his leash. If he is rambunctious, the two rings attached to the leash keep him firmly inside his harness so he can't get loose and out in traffic. 

Now with these new carabiner 2 inch rings, I can just hook one to the rings on his vest. When I am ready to walk him, it's much easier to snap the leash on. The aluminum is so lightweight he doesn't even notice the extra hardware. 

At the other end of his leash around the handle, I attach one of these D rings with my house key when I take him out  walking to do his lumps and leaks. 

I have one of those day packs for hiking that holds my camera, phone and water bottle. It has straps on ithe utility bag where these D rings can be easily affixed for light weight items. I use these D rings  to connect my soft sleeve zippered sunglass case, my vehicle key, and my little compass. Each item has it's own carabiner. Because these are aluminum rather than heavier steel the added weight is minimal. 

10PCS Aluminum Carabiner Clip 2 inch (2")/5 cm - Durable D Shape Carabiner for Home RV Camping Fishing Hiking Traveling Backpack and Keychain - Gift for dad - child - adult.

Organizing the Marie Kondo Way

The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing  by Marie Kondo 

This young lady has turned organizing inside out and come up with methods that truly work. She is a celebrity in Japan and now her methods have gone worldwide.

So what's different about her methods? Well, you may have to read the book to find out but one major theory of hers is vastly different from the old style organization is sparking joy.

 Touch each item with your hand. Does it spark joy? Are you in love with it? Does it bring happiness? If not then thank the item for its past service, toss it out for donation or garbage. Move along to the next.

 Selected Quotes from  Marie Kondo

  I had a slight hope the phrase 'spark joy' might become popular, as it was the keyword that I wanted to put forward in the first place.

  Have gratitude for the things you're discarding. By giving gratitude, you're giving closure to the relationship with that object, and by doing so, it becomes a lot easier to let go.

To truly cherish the things that are important to you, you must first discard those that have outlived their purpose. And if you no longer need them, then that is neither wasteful nor shameful. Can you truthfully say that you treasure something buried so deeply in a cupboard or drawer that you have forgotten its existence?

The process of facing and selecting our possessions can be quite painful. It forces us to confront our imperfections and inadequacies and the foolish choices we made in the past.

Click here for more info on her book and methods.

Command Shower Caddy, Useful All Over Tiny Homes

Command Shower Caddy

Perfect For My Motorhome Shower Which Also Bounces Down the Highways and Byways (Review Updated after 15 months of use)

I am updating this review to indicate this has been stuck on the shower wall of my motorhome for 15 months now. It has seen a lot of hard use with heavy bottles plus driving my motorhome down lumpy highways giving it a shake, rattle and roll. None of the bottles have ever jumped out. It has a max weight load of 7.5 pounds, something I had to go hunt for on the command website before I bought this. Besides being in your shower, it's a great caddy to add to your kitchen or office or anywhere you need to organize products.

Original review:
I bought this for my little old motorhome RV shower.

Awesome!

Follow the instructions EXACTLY. Be patient and wait at least 24-48 ours before you actually use it. Now it will stay up forever.

Mine bounces down the highway holding 4 bottles of soap, shampoo, conditioner and more conditioner. The bottles stay put and when I shower, they are right where I need them when I want them.

The caddy removes for a thorough cleaning, then pop it back on, reload and all is well again.

Command makes very good sturdy products.

Follow the instructions exactly! If you don't then come crying to me. I warned you. Read and obey.

Command Shower Caddy

See other useful Command products by 3M. 

Numerous Qualities with Exceptional Well Thought Out Features

This backpack has numerous fine qualities with well thought out features that make it very useful.

The wide shoulder straps are made of nice breathable webbing with foam padding. Hikers get sweaty and packs are heavy, so I was very pleased to see these thoughtful qualities included. There are comfortable waist and chest belts allowing you to spread out the weight between your shoulders, back and hips,dramatically reducing fatigue while hiking.

This bag has numerous  useful accouterments such as:

The fabric is lightweight but very durable. The stitching is professionally done and sturdy.
Zippers are substantial metal with large finger hooks that are pull tabs attached with string and a sturdy plastic piece that allows you to quickly open and close zippers without fumbling around fighting with toggles.

There are straps and hooks on the back for sleeping bag or sleeping mat with heavy duty plastic hardware.
There are useful side pockets including one that will hold a beverage bottle that has a drawstring around it so if you are climbing and hiking, your bottle isn't going to fall out and tumble down the hill or rocks, leaving you without hydration.

The inside of the bag is good with plenty of room for food, clothes and camping gear.
The foam padded wings on the sides insure that you won't have a chafing problem if you are using the given straps to cinch it around your waist to help with weight distribution. These too have the nice breathable comfortable webbing to wick away sweat so the bag isn't sticking to you.

The back has padding and webbing, I like this for the comfort and sweat factor.
Across the upper chest in the front is another strap to optionally use in front. If you are say jumping from rock to rock across a river, this bag is going to stay firmly attached to your body and not fall off (if you have used all the optional straps.)
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The amazon pictures on the landing page allows you to magnify the pictures and inspect all this closely.

Besides it being a durable bag for hiking and camping, it's a fantastic bag to pack for a vacation or weekend get away.

If you are a survivalist preparing for a possible emergency evacuation, you can prepack this with everything you might need, ready to go on short notice.

I received this product as a free sample for evaluation and reviewing. The vendor has not influenced, modified or edited my comments.

I gave it 5 stars because it is clearly well thought out with exceptional features.

Fafada® 50L Outdoor Waterproof Nylon Bag Fashion Shoulder Backpack Camping Bag

Great As A Man Purse, Super Handy For Camping, Beaching, Biking, Boating

Fantastic waterproof baggy for boaters, beach goers, campers, kayakers, and bikers.

When I say bikers, I also mean bicyclists. Sometimes when you're riding your bicycle it's nice to have money and a  phone along if there are places on your route you want to stop and wish you had a bit of money along. If you get caught in the rain, this can be a huge problem, but this waterproof baggy solves the problem.

You can wear it around your waist or over your shoulder or cross body style.

I like that there are two layers, one that is hidden and one that is clear. While I am not one of those folks that has to have my phone with me 24/7, I know many people can not live without their phone by their side at all times.

This works well as a "man purse" too. There are times when a guy has lots of stuff and not enough pockets, and this solves the problem without it looking like a lady's purse. I know because a male friend of mine keeps borrowing this away from me so I finally just gave it to him, since he liked it so much.

Just this past week I was camping when sudden downpours would hit the campground with no warning. If you are camping in a tent then you want a waterproof place to keep your essentials and this big bag holds an amazing amount of stuff.

The bag has 3 zip lock seals, then fold it over, then velcro it again.

I received this product as a free sample for evaluation and reviewing. I am providing my honest and unbiased review. The vendor has not influenced, modified or edited my comments.

I give it 5 stars for quality and usefulness.

Purchase Information: Waterproof Bag for Phone (Covert Design) - Waterproof Beach Bag for Money, iPhone and Camera. This Waterproof Pouch / Dry Bag is Good for Swimming & Keeping Your Electronics and Valuable Dry & Safe by Tobe Alfresco

Mobile Phone Holder Doesn’t Suck

I received a Note 5 phone holder from Amazon called a Silicone Sucker. This bike mount phone holder accommodates many phone types and expands horizontally up to 7” if necessary.  It won’t handle some of the larger devices but most any brand will work. The blue foam cushions protect the device from jostling, and the bike mounting bracket is lined with a heavy rubber gasket in the same blue color as the phone bracket foam (overall the unit is black). The mounting bracket is easy to attach and remove, and allows the phone to be rotated in almost any direction. The box includes red and black webbing (why not blue?) for extra securing of the phone in its bracket. Although the box notes under “features” that the Silicone Sucker has an “Automatic switch universal clamp design” I wasn’t sure what this meant. When trying to expand the phone clamp by hand I was concerned that I might break the plastic. Then I discovered a button on the back that when pushed allowed the bracket to gently expand on its own. I assume this is what was meant by an “automatic switch.”  Once the device is inserted, a simple squeeze of the bracket gently cradles the device. Another thing I noticed is that the Silicone Sucker claims to have a “silicone suction cup base” for the option of permanently attaching the bracket to some smooth surface, like a windshield. But there is no suction cup in the box, which is fine because I intended to put it on a bike anyway. However, the packaging claims it has universal mounting options but clearly that’s not the case. Still, it works well and the automatic switch is kind of cool. But the Silicone Sucker, in this case, doesn’t suck.

I give the Note 5 (?) Silicone Sucker 4 Stars. It works fine in its bike mount but the box suggests other installation options without providing the suction cup they imply is included. Also a little clarification of the automatic switch option would be helpful. I’m not sure about the Note 5 designation. The box clearly states it’s a Silicone Sucker, and the device bracket has a logo from “leeioo”, but there’s no indication of “Note 5” on the product. This confusion cost the product a star.

I received this product at no charge or at a discount in order to give my honest and heartfelt review. The vendor in no way has influenced or edited my comments.

Leeioo Bike Mount Note 5,Bike Mount Universal With Security Rubber Band 360 Degree Rotation For Iphone 6/6s/6s plus/5/5s/Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge/S6/S6 Galaxy Note 5/Nokia/HTC (Bike phone holder)

Heavy-Duty Carry-All Encourages Self-Expression that Lasts!

I received another Cotton Tote from BagzDepot in Huntington Beach, CA. I at first thought this was identical to the first one I reviewed except with longer handles or shoulder straps. But on closer inspection I found this tote to be significantly different. Other than its longer handles, the 100% cotton fabric is a heavier grade than the smaller tote. Both are manufactured by Q-Tees of California and carry identical labels noting that they are a “promotional product not meant to be washed.” Like the previous tote, this one is a natural linen color so I don’t think discoloration from washing is a problem. Another difference is that this tote is a little bit larger than the other one; around the same depth but nearly 3” wider than the smaller tote. So, as it turns out, the large size canvas shoulder tote is quite different and far superior in its materials than the smaller tote. Although the large size tote is constructed of a heavier material, both totes provide opportunity for self-expression, either as a corporate promotion or an individual art project. Both bags have quality stitching, but again the larger tote is stronger. BagzDepot’s Large Shoulder Bag from Q-Tee is strong and durable, and it's larger than the regular tote. It’s sure to stand a lot of use.

I rate this product 5 Stars for its quality construction, heavy-duty fabric, extended shoulder straps, and its wider dimensions for accommodating more stuff. This tote will hold-up well over many shopping trips or beach outings.

I received this product at no charge or at a discount in order to give my honest and heartfelt review. The vendor in no way has influenced or edited my comments.

 BagzDepot Sturdy Large Size Canvas Messenger Shoulder bag with Gusset

Awesomely Adorable Mini Bags

These are super cute gift bags. Or you can be super organized and store a pair of socks in each one.

They make a festive sandwich bag for a whimsical picnic. Little girls can use them as purses or pretend shopping bags for their dolls.

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Also they would be super cute hung on 6 hooks in a bathroom. One can hold fingernail polish, another a stash of cotton balls, another one odds and ends makeup, another one for brushes and so on.

The uses for these cute bags are endless.

I received this product as a free sample for evaluation and reviewing. I am providing my honest and unbiased review. The vendor has not influenced, modified or edited my comments.

I gave them 5 stars because the sewing was nice and neat and they are cute.

Promotional Eco-Friendly Non Woven Mini Colorful Gift Tote Bag Art Craft Screen Print School Dye (6, Aqua)
by ToteBagFactory

Fabulous Idea For Sailboaters to Store Assorted Wines without Breaking Them

A must have for all boaters, especially sail boaters.

In my days of living and working on charter yachts in the Caribbean, we would have bought these by the dozen. They are a great way to not only carry a wine bottle but to store them without boxes in a nice "quiet" way. Nothing worse that sailing on a sailboat and hearing the wine bottle crash or clink loudly.

I find this handy for carrying wine around.However, they didn't sew the bottom correctly so that the wine can sit upright in the bottle in the carrier, it has to be laid down. It would have required 2 extra seams to sew this up in such a way that the wine bottle could stand up nicely too.

 However, I chopped the bottom off mine and resewed it to carry my  12 ounce water bottle. I like to walk my dog and this makes it so much easier to have handles on my water bottle. I usually carry a big D ring that has the dog leash, the house keys, the poop bag purse and now the water bottle tote attached to it.

I believe this company could sell these for carrying a water bottle in a smaller length, it sure works for me!

They could also consider a pocket on the side to hold a folding wine opener. That would be awesome for going to outside concerts where they allow one to bring a wine bottle.

All in all a good product. Mine was professionally sewn, with no loose stitches or loose threads. The neoprene seems to be quality fabric.

For these reasons I gave it 5 awesome stars.

I received this product as a free sample for evaluation and reviewing. I am providing my honest and unbiased review. The vendor has not influenced, modified or edited my comments.

Wine Carrier, OFEILY Durable Neoprene Single Bottle Wine Tote Bag/Beer/Cans/champagne/Water or Drink Bottle Bag(1-Bottle, Black)
by Ofeily

4-Pack of Waterproof Travel Bags: For Shoes and So Much More

The HiDay Waterproof Shoe Bag is for the seasoned traveler who is well organized and maintains good taste. This set of four zippered, fabric bags is available in a variety of colors and sports an attractive contemporary design. Easy to clean, the HiDay bags have reinforced seams and a nylon canvas strap that can take abuse, whether it’s the rigors of international air travel or the turbulence of an overzealous washing machine.

The quality of their construction is recognizable in the sturdy zipper and the nylon reinforced seams. And the heavy-duty straps allow these bags to slip over the hook of a hanger, or be hung up to dry. Me being a bit casual and not one who needs to carry multiple pairs of shoes to far-flung places, I find the bags to be extremely useful for storing or carrying all sorts of items; say, bungie cords in one and a few basic tools in another. Or toiletries and picnic items, etc. The list of uses is almost endless.

I rate this product with 5 Stars because of its quality and durability, its attractive color options, its waterproof fabric, and that, with four in a set, shoes aren’t the only thing they’re good for.

I received this product at no charge for evaluation and am providing my honest and unbiased review. The vendor in no way has influenced, modified, or edited my comments.

HiDay 4pcs Portable Waterproof Travel Shoe Bags Organizer Pouch with Zipper Closure

Magnetic Mobile Phone Holder Looks Cool with Phone and Without

Inateck’s Magnetic Phone Holder looks pretty cool; its black magnetic face with gold-toned trim reflects class and style, and that’s without a phone. With a Smartphone attached you won’t even know it’s there. This little device is user-friendly, and once the insert is installed in the back of a phone’s case it works great. Attach the magnetic disk bracket to a car’s air vent and set your prepared Smartphone on the magnet, it looks as if it’s part of the car. It also stays put, is plainly in sight, and easy to attach and remove. Since it looks nothing like other compression brackets, I wasn’t sure what it was at first. When I figured it out I was truly impressed.  

The Inateck Phone Holder gets 5 stars for its simplicity and effectiveness. And it even looks good without a phone. I received this product as a free sample for evaluation and review and am providing my honest and unbiased opinion. The vendor in no way has influenced or edited my comments.

Car Mount, Inateck Aluminum Universal Air Vent Magnetic Car Mount Mobile Holder Bracket for All Smartphones and GPS Devices, iPhone, Nexus, Samsung, HTC, Blackberry, LG - Golden

by Inateck

Patio Gardening Has No Limits

This set of five Flower Pot Clips with screws is a great way to add dimension to your patio garden. Their heavy-duty stainless steel construction will hold up in all kinds of weather, and they’re strong enough to accommodate all sorts of plants, flowers, or even vegetables. Attach the clips to a deck rail or the ends of your deck steps and extend your garden beyond the patio. Or attach them to that bland wooden privacy fence and have trailing flowers or vegetables where you never thought you could before. Of course there were no instructions but after installing the first clip upside down I realized my error and found them to be very accommodating. They held all sizes of the traditional clay pots that I had on hand, and although the screw provided is adequate for most any plant it is possible to use a longer screw if necessary. The surprisingly simple design will leave you wondering why you never had thought of it before.

I give the Flower Pot Clips 5 stars for their simplicity, durability, and the creativity that they provide. They really are a handy gardening accessory particularly suited to the patio gardener.

I received this product as a free sample for evaluation. I am providing my honest and unbiased review, and the vendor in no way has influenced or edited my comments.

Flower Pot Clips Hard Steel Durable 5 Pack

by Zipwaze

Super Handy For Lazy Folks Like Me!

Fantastic!

I searched the internet for "folding the perfect T-shirt" and the video from the Bi Bang theory of Sheldon folding his shirts popped up. Watch it and you understand how to do this. Also, you can fold sheets and towels but first you have to fold around the edges until your towels or whatever is the same size as the folding board. Then you left, right, down, up and poof you're done.

The nice thing about fancy folding clothes and towels is that they take up a lot less room.

This also folds flat for traveling. Yepper, my friend BEGGED me to let her take this traveling on a lengthy trip. She wanted to be able to fancy fold her clothes at the laundry so she can keep her suitcase super neat.

If you want to do a labor of love for somebody, do their entire dresser drawers for them or their linen closet. They will be begging for the folding board too!

I received this product as a free sample for evaluation and reviewing. I am providing my honest and unbiased review. The vendor has not influenced, modified or edited my comments.

I give this a high 5 stars for the superb quality and the nice invention, it's handy!

Yookat Adjustable Clothes Folder - Fast Folding of T-shirt, Shirts, Pants, Towels and Sweaters (Blue)