Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Happy Easter Brownie Cake from GourmetGiftBaskets.com Easter Gift Guide 2016


GourmetGiftBasktes.com sent me a Happy Easter Brownie Cake ($34.99) that is not your normal brownie it is twelve inches in size to satisfy any sweet tooth with a rich chocolaty flavor along with chocolate chips with the words Happy Easter written in frosting in the colors purple, pink, yellow, white and blue along with three Easter eggs.
My Opinion: This is very yummy, chocolaty, soft and sweet with the added frosting but also chewy like a brownie. This is perfect to serve at Easter or send to someone who does not live close but want them to know you are thinking of them just the same.


You can also find gifts for Mother’s Day, Birthdays, Father’s Day and gifts for any occasion. 


Disclaimer: I was in no way compensated for this review and this is solely my own opinion which may differ from yours.

Winning Moves Games Giveaway





I recently did a review for Winning Moves which you can view at http://www.missysproductreviews.com/2016/03/winning-moves.html now you have the chance to win all three games by enter the Giveaway Tools Below:



Tuesday, March 22, 2016

The Flaming Marshmallow's Guide to campfire cooking By Nikki Fotheringham


The Flaming Marshmallow’s Guide to campfire cooking by Nikki Fotheringham   David Shephard (Editor), Ian Fotheringham (Photographer) has over 50 recipes made fresh over the campfire of course get fired up and go way beyond the hot dog with simple, delicious campfire cooking. Ever buy a campfire cookbook only to discover it’s for people who roll with a fridge, barbeque and everything including the kitchen sink?
                       

Well, this isn’t that kind of adventure, so buckle up buttercup.  This book is for those rare beauties that like to climb, paddle, hike or runs through the woods, play in the dirt and enjoy the great outdoors. If you have to carry your own food, then welcome to very best campfire recipes this dirty gourmet has discovered over ten years of backwoods travelling. 

Banana Boat
i used cinnamon chips instead of chocolate chips as the recipe calls for 

Impress your friends and make a few new ones with over 50 delicious recipes from all over the world to fuel your adventures. Some of the recipes inside are Popcorn Pockets, Toasted Chicken Sandwich, Breakfast Burrito, Pull Apart Pizza Bread and more.

My Opinion: As I was reading this book and imagine me camping outdoors which I will be doing in the next few months and if I would use these recipes in this book and honestly I will as they are very simple and the recipes are made with all the four foods groups. I like how the book tells you how to build a campfire along with all the tips for cooking and preparing the meal.
Navajo Fry Bread 


Disclaimer: I was compensated for this review but this is solely my own opinion which may differ from yours.

Sea Glass Jewelry Create Beautiful and Unique Designs from Beach Found Treasures by Lindsay Furber and Mary Beth Beuke


I have lived near the Atlantic Ocean most of my life in between traveling and one place I lived was on Cape Cod where you can walk on the beach for miles looking for sea shells and a very interesting smooth texture of sea glass. I had vaguely heard a few years ago about jewelry made with sea glass so I decided since I found a half of a jar at a recent yard sale see if there were any I could make and possibly sell. I got the book Sea Glass Jewelry Create Beautiful and Unique Designs from Beach Found Treasures by Lindsay Furber and Mary Beth Beuke from Ulysses Press. This book is the first guide  for crafting fashionable exquisite accessories with dazzling seas glass. Tumbled smooth by ocean waves and washed ashore on beaches everywhere, sea glass has long been sought after for its decorative quality. Now, this book shows how to incorporate those striking, frosted fragments of old jars and bottles into stunning jewelry. With its organic shapes and beautiful aquamarine, amber, and jade hues, sea glass naturally evokes the ocean.
               


This is why trend-setting artisans have made it the coolest new material for their fashionable wares. Sea Glass Jewelry guides readers step by step from the beachcomber’s hunt all the way through the finer points of crafting lovely necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and unisex jewelry with these sparkling shards.
This first how-to guide for sea glass crafters includes information on hand-drilling and beading, wire wrapping, and incorporating sterling silver and gold accents into all kinds of accessories. With gorgeous color photographs and detailed instructions, it is a must-have for sea glass enthusiasts of all ages.
My Opinion: I really have learned what tools I will need and how to make rings, drilling sea glass, necklaces and more. I feel I want to learn these and see what can happen I have great ideas for the sea glass but we shall see if I have the talent. I will need to purchase the appropriate tools to do so. I did find the book interesting on the whole process of making jewelry.


Disclaimer: I was in no way compensated for this review and this is solely my own opinion which may differ from yours.


ClubsGalore #USFG

Clubs Galore is a gift that keeps giving month after month with many options to choose from such as Pizza, Beer, Wine, Tea and so much more. I got the Chocolate Club which is for true chocolate lovers only; Give someone a little taste of heaven in the form of creamy truffles, buttery caramels, premium dark chocolates, nutty nougatines and so much more. We'll send an entire pound of these award-winning sweet sensations to your recipient each and every month, crafted by small batch specialty chocolatiers throughout the country. Our premium chocolates are created from the finest ingredients and made in small batches to ensure freshness and excellence. They truly are the essence of decadence, the epitome of pure bliss. We know because we have the tough job of tasting every morsel. This one had candies from Susan Lawrence Spring Green Milk Chocolate Sixlets which are Candy coated edible chocolate-flavored candy balls are about 3/8 inch diameter and gluten free. Dark Chocolate Nonpareils with pink and yellow pastel nonpareils made in small batches. Milk Chocolate Mint Truffles from Seattle Chocolates which is a classic meltaway experience, creamy milk chocolate infused with pure peppermint oil. Pastel Mint Lentils in Rose Boxes these creamy chocolate candies have just the right amount of sweet peppermint infusion. Each disk-shaped chocolate has a thin hard candy shell. The box is round with a rose on top and a bee on the rose.  Milk Chocolate Easter Eggs  Double-sided Italian foils feature a variety of solid spring colors mixed with floral eggs.


My Opinion: I thought the selection of candy I got was worth $34.99 a month as the cost of the candy added up retails for more than what Club Galore sells it for. These are great for any occasion from birthdays, holidays, graduation, anniversary and anytime. It is a shame you can't get just one month as it has a three-month minimum. 
To see more visit  http://www.clubsgalore.com
Disclaimer: I was in no way compensated for this review and this is solely my own opinion which may differ from yours.


SentrySafe Portable Combination Safe


I was sent a SentrySafe which is a small portable combination safe that is made of heavy constructed steel with a gray velvet interior and a cable to put around one corner so when you are out at the pool in your hotel room you can put all valuable inside then use the tether cable to put around the bed leg, sofa leg, chair any object to keep secure. It is small weighing over two pounds so it is easy to put in any suitcase or backpack for traveling.

My Opinion: I really like this small and portable safe and with the strong construction I can place anything inside and will keep it safe and secure. I think this would make a nice time capsule as well as you can buy it and put things inside for future generations to find and discover. You will be ready for May which is moving month. 

This Spring Break MasterLock and SentrySafe have some tips on being safe:

1.  Pack Smart and Secure – Avoid over-packing by checking the weather forecast for your destination in advance and packing accordingly. Also, keep your luggage protected with on-the-go security products such as TSA-accepted luggage locks like the Master Lock 4688D or the 4680DBLK. These affordable and reliable solutions keep your valuables protected whether you’re checking bags at the airport while en route to your destination, or upon arrival and storing valuables in your luggage in your hotel room.

2. Prepare for the Unexpected – If you are traveling by car, have your vehicle examined beforehand and stock up on emergency supplies such as blankets, bottled water, snacks, flashlights and jumper cables. Ensure your tires have good tread, are properly inflated and make sure you can locate your spare. Be aware of road conditions before leaving the house and plan accordingly.



Disclaimer: I was in no way compensated for this review and this is solely my own opinion which may differ from yours.

Monday, March 21, 2016

Coloring Animal Mandalas By Wendy Piersall


I have been feeling a little stress in my life recently mostly because I have been out of work and money has been tight it was not for blogging to help keep my sanity I do not know what I would do with myself. I have  been reading about how coloring as an adult can help relax you and relieve some stress my sisters do it so I decided what the heck let’s give it a try. I got Coloring Animal Mandalas by Wendy Piersall from Ulysses Press now not to make you think these coloring books are nothing like kids they are more intricate patterns and smaller pictures. Coloring Animal Mandalas is Attain focus, clarity and peace while adding bright and inspiring colors to these unique patterns from the Sanskrit word for “circle,” mandalas have been used for meditation and healing for thousands of years. Coloring Animal Mandalas adds the beauty of the animal kingdom including butterflies, tigers, swans, snakes, lions, and even dragons into these intricate designs for page after page of coloring book bliss.

             With roots in Hinduism and Buddhism, mandalas are spiritual symbols that represent the universe. Coloring these hypnotically beautiful, mystical shapes is a meditative and enjoyable way to relax. A fun way to achieve a state of mindfulness, Coloring Animal Mandalas adds fosters creativity, reduces stress, and allows you to embrace your inner child by focusing on the simple but engaging task of coloring in the detailed designs.

My Opinion: I really enjoyed the different animals in this book and the picture is so small and some pictures do not have much to color. I know these are for adults but when I think of coloring books I think of large pictures with large lines so it is easy to color which again this book does not have. I did relax and able to focus on other things to occupy my mind.



Disclaimer: I was in no way compensated for this review and this is solely my own opinion which may differ from yours.

BetterBody Foods


In a world that is every changing with eating habits and what is good and bad for you. You are looking for ways to stay in shape or start a new habit which if you look at me I am one who has struggled with my weight for years and not finding a program I can stick with so, for now, I am going to try different approach and that is what I eat instead of the exercise part and slowly add the exercise. BetterBody Foods carries a wide variety of health products and I wanted to share with you two items I was sent to try one is BetterBody Coconut Oil that is naturally refined coconut oil comes from dried coconut meat and is one of the healthiest oils in the world. BetterBody never uses chemicals during extraction in order to provide you with the purest, most natural oil available. Full of MCTs, aka “good fats”, naturally refined coconut oil is an immediate source of energy. Coconut Oil is cholesterol-free, making it a perfect substitute for butter or margarine in cooking and baking. The other is LivFit Superfood is the ultimate superfood! It is an incredible combination of fruits, vegetables, vegan proteins, probiotics, B vitamins and fiber that have been shown to enhance muscle mass, increase energy, improve cognitive function, encourage digestive health, boost the immune system and fight off aging oxidation of cells in your body.

My Opinion: I really like the coconut oil as I use it for cooking a lot I just like the flavor of coconut in my food anyways. The LivFit Superfood is a nice drink but I found it to be powdery so I have to find another way to use it maybe make the protein bars that is on the package.


Disclaimer: I was in no way compensated for this review and this is solely my own opinion which may differ from yours.

Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus For Traveling


Spring Break is almost here and that means vacations and traveling with a backpack or suitcase hopefully to a warmer climate or maybe to see family. I know I wish I could go to some place warm Florida sounds nice. If you are like me and have to pack a bag or suitcase you have a hard time deciding what to wear and pack extra and just cram it in the bag to get it to fit and when you get to your destination you wonder why your clothes are wrinkled and need to be ironed. Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus in a travel-friendly bottle. The 3-ounce travel size meets airline standards and is a perfect fit in your carry-on or any travel bag, including gym bags, sewing kits and more! Your clothes can be wrinkle-free, odor-free and static-free in just minutes. Just spray, tug, smooth and hang, then you’re ready to go in no time. No iron necessary.

My Opinion: I hate ironing and honestly I do not know how to so having this to spray on my clothes is simpler for me and smells amazing. This spring break I will be ready to have fun and make an impression and not be embarrassed.
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Music Mondays I Won't Back Down By Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers


The Devil Wears Prada 2