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The worst
I agree with all the negative reviews. I should have sent it back right away. I could use the money for at least a half tank of gas. Now it sits in the garage collecting dust after only being used a couple of times (with terrible results). | 01 star
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Very comfy
Good value and extremely comfortable. One of my friends even compared the texture to washable suede - v. flattering! | 45 stars
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Awesome espresso maker
This little pot makes a perfect cup of espresso in about 3 minutes on my glass-top stove. I recommend only filling the water up to the little plug thingie if you don't want it too diluted. I started with Illy espresso grounds, which were good. However, I have since switched to the Starbucks dark espresso roast, which I find DELICIOUS as long as I add enough sugar to make it palatable. If you ever think you may want to make espresso for 2 (or more), you may want to order a larger version because this thing gets so hot you have to either let it cool for a while between uses or clumsily take it apart and refill it using well-padded oven mitts. Overall however, this is one of the most perfectly simple and useful devices I have ever found! | 45 stars
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***BUYER BEWARE*** This ***WILL*** Likely DAMAGE a DLP TV!!!!
Let me start off by saying that my review and 1 star rating are geared strictly toward the use of this stand on rear projection DLP TVs, as is intended by Omnimount, the mfg. For other uses or other type TVs I could give this product a solid 4 stars due to the fact that it does have fairly decent build quality and does do what it says (holds something above a TV). Read on though to see how this will most likely cause permanent damage to a DLP rear projection TV.I bought a brand new 60" Mitsubishi 3D DLP TV and like most people looking at this, I needed a mounting solution for my center channel speaker and figured this to be a great and slick looking option. Not thinking about it much I pulled the trigger and bought it. I started to set it up and realized at that point exactly what this was going to do to my DLP TV with the rear feet putting pressure on the back of the TV. I continued to set it up anyway just to test my theory.My TV has a geometry correction mode, where it puts a large grid of lines across the screen and you can align the screen properly and adjust out fish eye effects as much as possible. On mine this is deep within the advance service tech menus and takes special remote codes to get into as well. Anyway, I had been in there before and aligned everything near perfectly when I got it a few days before which was a MAJOR pain to do on mine. DLP TVs are so sensitive to this adjustment that even pushing ever so slightly on the TV bezel will change the geometry. It also must be level and rested before you make those adjustments and probably really best NOT for the average user to fool with making this whole stand design that much worse yet.So, I went ahead and mounted the stand in the exact fashion stated in the manual. Looked back at the screen, and sure enough it was all screwed up from the legs putting pressure on the back of the screen. I then placed my center channel speaker (15LB) on it just to see how much worse that made it, and it got much worse yet. Checking where the legs were, they weren't putting down a huge amount of pressure, but that's all it would take anyway. DLP TVs are deep in the back for a reason. That whole thin back that you are now putting pressure on with this... That is part of where the picture reflects onto the screen. Pressure there will alter the picture terribly, and in my case so far out of whack that there's no way you could even adjust it out if you wanted to!On top of all this, consider the effect of that thin plastic back of your DLP TV heat cycling with the bright picture and hot lamp for days & days, with 15-20LB of pressure on it.... It is likely going to warp over time, and cause permanent damage! Want to try this theory out on your own set and see for yourself? Bring up a DVD menu or something with some straight lines and have an assistant push down on the back of the screen. If you watch closely you will see lines that once were straight become distorted.Do yourself a favor and steer clear of this product if you intend on mounting it on the back of a DLP TV. Even if not for it putting pressure on the screen, imagine a thumping center channel speaker rattling your TV all around, screwing up the geometry and making the screen vibrate (issue with DLPs). I ended up buying shelf brackets and just losing the legs and mount to the wall above my TV. It made a better solution in the end anyway but to do things that was was not the reason I bought this product....Disappointing, Ominimount. You guys are above a design like this! | 01 star
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Very Nice
I have just purchased these sheets and have been using them for a couple of weeks. I really like the texture and weight of the fabric. They are soft, but still have enough weight to stay in place as I toss and turn. I also love the color which is bright. | 45 stars
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Perfect Pancakes! Great Grilled Cheese!
This griddle provides perfectly even heating. Pancakes are golden brown. Grilled cheese is amazing. Fried eggs are eggs-cellent. Yes, the underside has sharp bits. Now you know not rub your knuckles there. You can't do betteer than this griddle. I am a fussy foodie. This is not a bumpkins opinion.Update: This griddle ROCKS. It produces TV perfect food. Have no doubt. This is a good buy.Update 1 Year Later: THE BEST, BEST EVER! Just making picture perfect pancakes and felt obliged to update the review. I also made bacon wrapped hot dogs on this baby. Perfection there too. | 45 stars
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this thing rocks!
I kept trying to find this coffee maker on discount but finally bit the bullet and got it from Amazon (free shipping made it worthwhile).I researched the heck out of the combination coffee maker/grinders, so I know earlier models had problems with condensation getting into the grinding element.No such problems with the Capresso. Granted, the instruction manual can be intimidating, and it took a couple of trial runs before I got the coffee to my taste (strongish), but now that I know how to use it I love the Capresso. Mind you, I have been through many coffee makers over the years and wanted something that would stand the gaff.I've read a couple of customer quibbles about the coffee not being hot enough (not true), hard to clean (again, not true, unless you're an imbecile), etc.Based on this product, I would consider buying other Capresso products in the future. It's pricey, but works like a charm. | 45 stars
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Works well for baked donuts
We like this pan but if you buy it MAKE SURE you season it before making your first batch. We didn't with ours and the we had to throw out the first batch of donuts because they tasted like metal. Just put it in a 400 degree oven for about 10 min. b4 making your first batch.This is really great for making cake donuts. | 23 stars
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Dr. Winston O Boogie
Taylor makes a great scale. It is accurate, does its job without complaining. It is only I who Complains every time I step on it and realize I am not loosing any weight, This scale is too accurate. It is also sturdy, and attractive. Excellent value for the money. | 45 stars
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POS --- DO NOT BUY
Bought one brought it home and it functions as they say it will but it simply does not chill the wine. I am very surprised this thing is on the shelves. Toss the bottle in your freezer for 20 minutes. You will have much better results. | 01 star
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Is it possible to change the night hours from 11 pm to 7:00 am.
We are really enjoying the clock, which we purchassed for our 60th Anniversary.Can you reset the night hours? We'd rather have 11-7. | 45 stars
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Durable, reliable, great coffee
I've had this machine for two years now with no problems whatsoever. It makes great coffee and holds up well to our constant use. I bought it because I wanted a machine that could grind beans and give you the option of using already ground coffee. I wanted my machine to have a timer you could set, as well as automatic turn-off. This machine has it all and makes delicious coffee.My mother has a different Melitta machine which doesn't grind beans, but it makes really hot coffee. That is the most important thing to her. | 45 stars
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Towels
These towels are great! Pack easy,take little space and try quickly, absorb well. I would highly recommend these towels. My son uses them in college also because they dry so quickly. | 45 stars
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Good but not 100%
I really like this apple slicer but I'm also a little annoyed sometimes. It rarely goes through completely and I always have to pull out the core so that it flays out. Once that happens, each slice is still barely connected to each other at the bottom but that's also a little cool cause they fold up like an apple.It's not bad, overall I definitely like it but it would be nice to see a second one for comparison. | 34 stars
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Best Seller!!
My percolator arrived directly after ordering it. It was a specific gift and the person was MORE than thrilled with ithe product and I with the service. Great to know I can order something near the last moment and it is shipped out directly and arrived in plenty of time. Highly recommend seller!!! | 45 stars
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Maverick Redi Check
We have used this thermometer several times & it has been great...Makes smoking a breeze and you don't have to keep checking & opening the smoker...Would highly suggest using this item... | 45 stars
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Way tooo big for toaster oven
I sent them back & got a refund, they were too big for a toaster oven. I guess I didn't read the measurements right or the description, oops! | 01 star
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iHome is amazing
For the price, you can't compare this with the Bose ipod system. The sound quality of this system is well above average, and the simple design is a plus. I don't see much problems about the brightness of the display; however, this iHome doesn't come with the remote control, as one of the reviewers mentioned. I ended up spending another $15 for it. I just can't believe that they sell those separately, especially it's a must to have. | 34 stars
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Fantastic little pan!
This thing produces the cutest little morsels (from cheesecakes to salmon mousse h'ordeuvres!)I think it's a must-have for anyone who loves to host dinner parties, cocktail parties or potlucks! | 45 stars
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Another Dissapointing Divorce CD
I dont know what happened to the Kenny Loggins I used to love. This is just another winathon over another x-wife. I cant find anything in it to recommend.Any favorable reviews that are made here, probably will be from die-hard fan club members, who cant bring themselves to admit that this is just not anything special. Kenny, please, bring back the music that used to keep you on my stereo for hours.We are sick of hearing about your problems. | 01 star
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Great Product!!!!!!
GREAT PRODUCT FROM A RELIABLE COMPANY WHO BACK ALL THEIR PRODUCTS. IWILL ALWAYS BUY FARBERWARE.!!! RECEIVED A SET FOR OUR WEDDING.....45 YEARS AGO AND STILL HAVE EVERY PIECE AND USE THEM EVERY DAY.IF YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM, THEY WILL SERVE YOU WELL. | 45 stars
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dissapointed
the appearance of this product is wonderful, if only it had metal blades, even as an add on option it would be highly recomended. But that is not the case. the cheap plastic blades have a tough time blending anything harder than ice cream with a lot of milk. will not blend ice, and has a hard time with berries. Save your money and get a magic bullet instead. | 12 stars
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Lasko Wall Mount Oscillating Fan
I have found that these fans are the best for residential use. I have two sizes: 12" and 16". They work great! I have 2 in my kitchen; 2 in the master bedroom; 1 in the smaller bedrooms and one in the living room. I am purchasing another one today to add to the living room area. They are easy to clean. You won't be sorry you purchased them.Lasko 16" Oscillating Wall-mount Fan | 45 stars
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Must have for 1 year old
I love this because my baby can eat everything we eat now, just chopped up a bit. Cheaper and healthier than baby food! | 45 stars
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Looks can be deceiving...
This espresso maker has been an overall disappointment. When it works, the espresso is pretty good - it produces nice crema, warms up fast and the water tank is easy to clean. Unfortunately the water tank is fitted with a spring driven intake valve which is easily clogged or not seated properly. When this happens, the water does not flow through the espresso - instead the pump just runs and runs and nothing happens. Once this cycle starts, you might as well give up - you aren't going to get any espresso until the whole apparatus dries out. Nothing is more frustrating than anticipating your morning espresso and finding out that this machine is not going to work for you that day. I don't have time for this little surprise in my rush to get off to work. So, after a couple of months it is going in the dumpster. | 01 star
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What you see is what you get!
Product is actually larger than I thought. Neat and well designed function. I like the stainless bowl aspect of this mandolin. Easy to use and store. Well worth the money! | 45 stars
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If you haven't read it you are a lost soul.
This is unquestionably one of the best books that I have ever read. I read it as a seventh grader and I am now in tenth. Every year the book gains new meaning for me. The Giver was very contraversial when we read it but that is the whole point of this book. It causes us to ask some very tough questions that may take a long time to answer. | 45 stars
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It's just the thing for your iPod!
I love this dock. The sound is great and it's got a really sleek-looking style to it too. I keep mine at work, but it's alarm clock functions make it perfect for the bedside table as well. It's really easy to use and the clock came already set. I've seen a few other docks with similar functions, but none had the great reviews this one does and the price is fair. You can't go wrong with this puppy. | 45 stars
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Good
Its good for preparing bread sandwiches...I am vegetarian and I just like toasted bread most of the time.....Sometimes with stuffing....and its best for both | 34 stars
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It works great!
Put it on and we immediately got different taste of water. It's wonderful. It's a little bit pricey considering the shipping cost though. | 45 stars
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Great Waffles!
I read lots of reviews before I purchased this waffle iron. I sprang for the extra dollars to buy the one with the sound to let me know when the iron is hot and when the waffles are done -- a great investment! Waffles are cooked evenly and quickly; turn out really good, too. I'm very pleased with the purchase. | 45 stars
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May need to invest in more than one
I like this spatula. It is flexible enough to get all the edges, silicone enough so I don't melt it and cleans up nicely. I am thinking I should plan on investing in more silicone tools... | 45 stars
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We all love our Giant Pink Toy Box by Little Tykes!
I do a lot of research when it comes to buying anything. So when it was time to buy a toybox I looked at many different ones for my 17 month old daugheter. I decieded on the Little Tykes Giant Pink Toy Box because: 1. It's made out of plastic, the surface is not hard to hurt my baby. 2.I love the dividers, when we "clean up" we put everything in their proper "space". 3. I love the size of the box, it's big enough to hold EVERYTHING! 4. The cover is not heavy and she can lift it to get or put back her toys.This truly was a good buy for our little girl, she loves it and we do too. | 45 stars
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Wood DOES split
When putting this together, be EXTRA careful. The cheap particle board will split. I am a construction guy by trade and had read the other reviews. Thinking I was smarter, figured it wouldn't split on me. Wrong.Other than that....they look nice especially for the price. | 34 stars
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wonderful fabric
The sheets are very nice to sleep between. The only problem was all the wrinkles after washing. | 34 stars
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Great Product
We own a few different humidifiers, including a Crane Hello Kitty humidifier. Thomas the Tank works the best. The water vapor comes out of the smoke stack which contains an insert that can be turned allowing the water vapor to be directed. My daughter likes the lights and prefers this over the Hello Kitty humidifier. | 45 stars
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Beautiful
I feel happy when I look at these plates. I use them as pictures around the house. They are just as I expected. Wish I could find them with a pure white background. | 45 stars
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Good size
This ladle is just the right size for dipping soups, stews, etc. from my non-stick pans. It is ergonomic and I would recommend it to family and friends. | 34 stars
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Automatic Mode Useless
Got one of these today. Thot the other guys that had this problem were just unlucky, and decided to trust the Honeywell name. Boy, was I wrong. SureSet, my foot. The thermostat in this device does indeed seem to be measuring the temperature of the unit itself, although not the actual element, maybe the heated plastic body. I do not recommend that anyone buys this heater if they want to use the automatic mode. It functions well in the high and low constant heating mode. I have a lasko 5365 heater as well, that works well in all modes.Update: Lasko 5365 is displaying same odd thermostat behaviour, I am beginning to think this behaviour is a product of the environment where the heater is used, and not just poor manufacturer design.Update 2: Confirmed that 5365 thermostat works fine if heater placed in middle of open space to be heated as opposed to against a wall. HZ-338 thermostat performance doesn't seem to improve when in open area. | 12 stars
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I have to agree with Kansas!
I was also searching for "replacement" pieces. Registered for this pattern as our everyday flatware 15 years ago to compliment our Desert Rose dinnerware. Our family has grown and we need to add additional pieces.We too have used these for floor scrapers, gum removers, locked door openers, fisher for lost items under the refrigerator, scuff mark remover, screwdriver, etc., etc., etc.! Yes, we do eat with them, too! With 15 years of use, they still look like new. This is the most durable flatware if you choose to use it for everyday.It is beautiful and very comfortable to hold. I am constantly comparing it to any other design I hold in my hand.You will LOVE this pattern for formal or everyday dinnerware! | 34 stars
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Its a flask
Its a flask, it works.Local liquor store, is selling Jame*** whiskey for christmas, Holiday pack that comes with a stainless steel flask. It is a bit cheaper than this flask. Good solid construction and a fifth to go with it. Had I seen it before this purchase...ah well. Now I have two flasks.The Blomus appears to be a quality flask, nice weight to it. Stylish finish. Holds liquid. Can't ask for much more than that. The cap is NOT attached which some may see as a disadvantage. | 45 stars
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6 drawer cart
This cart was exactly what I was looking for. It holds my scrapbook stuff perfectly. I like that it has locking lids for each drawer. | 45 stars
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Excellent Sheets
These sheets are incredibly soft and luxurious.The fitted sheet fits my 15" matress perfectly.The hem on the flat sheet is very nice looking and has attractive detailing.At 360 thread count, these sheets are a bargain. You will definitely notice the difference if you switch to this from a 150-200 thread count sheet. Note that there are sheets with thread counts up to 700+ out there, but the ones past 400 are usually this high because they have two layers, which means a thicker sheet and no real change in softness.If you watch for it, Amazon will sometimes offer these as buy the fitted, get the flat sheet free, which is a great deal.Also, if you don't want to pay an exorbitantprice for two matching pillowcases, just order an extra twin flat sheet and get a sewing-inclined family member to make pillowcases for you. It's pretty quick and easy if they know what they're doing, and you can get up to 3 standard pillowcases from one twin flat sheet.I would highly recommend these sheets for just about anyone! | 45 stars
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Great at what it does
This unit is cheaper than the local cafe ($1) per cup, but makes it easy to clean up and easy to use.As the manual states:For some drinks, the brew cycle includes a 5 to 10 second pause after the initial influx of water. This pause is normal and allows the water to fully saturate the product before brewing continues.Never open the brew mechanism during brewing. In "Auto Mode," always wait for the indicator light to move from AUTO to MANUAL before opening the brew mechanism. In "Manual Mode," take your finger off the start/stop button and wait until the machine has stopped before opening the brew mechanism.Always use care when removing your finished beverage. The beverage may be hotter than you expect.After 10 minutes of non-use, the STANDBY light will illuminate. If you are not going to use your machine for an extended period, turn it off using the on/off switch.This appliance is intended for household use only.Place the appliance on a dry, flat and fixed surface and keep it out of reach of children.Never use warm water, sparkling water or milk to fill the water container.This machine is not suitable for use at altitudes above 6500 feet/2000 meters.Braun electric appliances meet applicable safety standards. Repairs on electric appliances (including cord replacement) must only be carried out by authorized Braun service centers. Faulty, unqualified repair work may cause accidents or injury to the user.For those who do not have time to clean up much, consider this unit. | 45 stars
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Love this pillow!
The first night, I feel the pillow is a little bit too hard to sleep. But the next day when I woke up I feel my neck was very comfortable and I get used to this pillow very soon. It is the 2nd week since I start to use this pillow, very comfortable! | 45 stars
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The BEST small kitchen appliance I've ever purchased!
LOVE this deep fryer! It is so easy to use and clean-up can't be beat. The auto-filter gives me clean oil to work with every time without the hassles of cheese-cloth. And, since the entire body comes apart it can go right in the dishwasher (except for the heating element/controls, of course). The only thing I don't like is that the on/off indicator light is behind the temp control knob so it can be difficult to see. I highly recommend this deep fryer! | 45 stars
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Excellent customer service received
We use the Space Bags for years and we are happy. We needed some more, so we ordered them to be delivered to the hotel during our stay in Orlando Florida. Something went wrong the products never reached me. Until today 30 Jan, the products show as shipped in Amazon, but not as delivered. To make a long story short, I contacted the company Galactics via Amazon and they have agreed to fully refund me and return all charges made to my credit card! is not that GREAT customer service!! Great products, great service. The area for improvement obviously is to make shipping information available via Amazon directly (or ship from Amazon) to avoid this type miscommunications in the future. Thanks guys! | 45 stars
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Don't bother
Because of the high heating element tempature the water bubbles up at a terrible rate and pushes water bubbles through the small steam hole in lid. This means the rice cooker and anything near by get a starch coating which means clean up is a real pain. It always over cooks the rice at the bottom and it all sticks. Have to soak the pot to get it clean. Now shopping for a much better machine for this one left a bad taste in our mouth regards using a rice cooker. | 01 star
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Love It
Everything came pretty fast. I love the comforter cover. Its so warm and the colors are great too! | 45 stars
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Great product
I bought two of these. I use one in my laundry room to hang items to dry that cannot be put in the dryer. I use the other in my guest room which does not have a closet.Several of my guests have complimented this thoughtful and useful addition to the guest bedrooms. It is perfect to hang a few items or a coat so they don't wrinkle in their suitcase.I also like that it is so slim when it is closed and not in use.I love this product in both rooms with two very different purposes! | 45 stars
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Nice Can-HORRIBLE customer service!
LOVE the merchandise, however will never purchase thru Amazon again.Received 2 garbage cans, and was billed twice for them.1 was sent back. Still no credit. Contacted the BBB.I am owed $99 | 34 stars
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Great-looking, easy to use, durable
We have had this style for over 20 years and are ordering some replacements. Domus is beautiful and elegant, fits easily in the hand, classic-looking - as modern today as it was 20 years ago. Rugged enough for everyday use, beautiful for company with our Dansk plates. | 45 stars
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Cupcake Tree
Make sure you realize this is for the Mini sized cupcakes. We used it for a baby shower and it's sturdy, well made, and classy. | 45 stars
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Beautiful
I gave this item as a gift to a recent PM collector. She loved it! It was even prettier than in the picture. | 45 stars
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Works well
We bought this to rinse our quinoa. It's mesh is fineenough to where the product does not leak through.It is not flimsy and seems to be well made. | 45 stars
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kitchenaid mixer
Works great I don't think I would of known that it was a recondtioned mixer unless I looked at the box. It works great and at half the cost of a new one. | 45 stars
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Not worth $20 should sell for $5
I brought this and it stop half way through opening one can. It was a pain to get off when that happen. I tried it again with rechargeable batteries and it seem to work OK. It seems to need a lot of power.It is not something I would ever buy again. I have an hand can opener that does the same thing safety cutting of lid that is better. | 01 star
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Good comfortable kitchen bar chair
These kitchen bar chairs are comfortable. They are the right height and swivel as designed. We ordered five chairs and they all arrived on time and new condition. | 34 stars
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Picks up what Oreck left behind!
I was thoroughly impressed with the cleaning power of this vacuum - especially for the price! I have a commercial Oreck Dual Stack (very expensive - about 300-400) and I wanted something smaller, more practical, lighter and easier to maintain. The vacuum picked up WAY more dirt after I vacuumed with my Oreck. I was amazed at how much was in the canister from one small area I tested. Truly great power for the price!I had to be very careful after discovering how strong this thing is though - it sucked up a sock that fell on the floor and nearly overheated. I was also trying to vacuum a small area rug and it got a corner stuck in it and quickly burned the rubber backing to shreds! You must make sure there are no things lying around ... or it will DEFINITELY pick them up! The attachment hose is also surprisingly short and makes it difficult to really move around without the vacuum being close.Overall - this vacuum rocks! I am actually happier with this than the Oreck (especially because it picked up tons of dirt that the Oreck left behind). I would buy this for the price - no bags, no filters to replace...absolutely awesome! Great attachment tools and easy empty bucket. My first bagless, and I am quite happy with it! | 45 stars
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Fantastic deal on a great product
I was a little nervous buying a reconditioned machine, but it's been a couple of months now and I'm very pleased. There's not a thing wrong with my Dyson.The operation is so simple. Everything clips on an off for easy use. The container dumps quickly and cleanly. The super strong suction takes some getting used to when using the hose. Think of it as a bonus workout feature. ;-) | 45 stars
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Satisfied with it
I bought this dresser online without seeing it. It took quite a while to assemble (2 hours or so). It looks really pretty but the quality of the material is closer to the cheaper side. The material on the top of the dresser is very sensitive to water. I put a bowl on it once that wasn't very dry at the bottom and the stains are still there weeks later, so try not to use any water on it. The top left drawer is very stubborn and not so easy to open and close for some reason. I am not sure if it's a problem with the pieces themselves or if we assembled it wrong, but I think it's a fault with the materials because all the other drawers are perfectly fine. The colour is white but it has streaks of very very light pink/off white, so if you are picky about all the furniture pieces matching and being white, I would see it in person first before buying it to make sure you like it. | 34 stars
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Not bad, but
Just used yesterday for the 1st time. I found it to be quite heavy to push around. I thought it would be better on pet hair pick-up. It's not bad, but with a long haired dog, the frequency of emptying the cannister is annoying. I'm not to sure how often I would have to clean the other filters. It was okay.....suction is good and ease of detaching cannister is fine. I think I should have checked out the weight of the vacuum before I purchsed. | 23 stars
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Great Coffee maker for one!
I got this coffee maker for Christmas and I have used it every day since. The only time I've had any problems with it, is when I put in too much water (fill to just *slightly* below the max fill line in the reservoir) or when I put in too many coffee grounds (use the recommended 2.5 tablespoons or else it will overflow slightly). I am very happy with it overall.The only reason I don't give it a full five stars is because: there are little holes in the handle underneath that rub against my finger when I'm drinking. Not a big deal, just had to adjust the way I hold the cup. I would also like to be able to buy an additional cup so I have have a spare. If I could have rated it 4.5 stars, I would.I haven't tried using disposable filters, but I plan to do so soon. | 34 stars
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If you love kitchen gadgets and are concerned about presentation this tool is useful to have
An avid home cook that is a collector of both cookbooks and cooking gadgets writes this review. I purchased this product because my cooking has progressed to the point that I am as concerned about presentation as I am the taste of the food I fix for my family. I use this product to make fancy cuts on raw vegetables and chilled polenta. I have summarized my observations of this product below:Pros:1. Easy to use since it has a handle like a knife.2. Small size means easy to store3. Excellent for veggies as well as chilled pastry and polenta4. Easy to cleanCons:1. Of limited usefulness (It wouldn't be the first kitchen gadget I would add to my collection)2. Wooden handle means it should not go into the dishwasherOverall, if you are looking for way to enhance the appearance of the food you serve your family you will get a lot of use out of this. However, if you were a time pressed cook, I would probably pass on this item. | 34 stars
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Nice Bird Cage Warmer
I use this as a bird cage warmer and it's just about perfect. Some kind of mounting hangers would have been nice but it isn't really designed for what I'm using it for. :)I have it leaning against the back of the cage and it radiates nicely. One day I will make my own hangers and sell them on Amazon!And of course, a thermostat would have been perfect. I just turn it off during the day. | 45 stars
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Fabulous
This slightly used dutch oven was in perfect condition. Like new. The service from the seller was wonderful too. | 45 stars
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Beautiful donkey.
This donkey goes with the nativity set I purchased from Fonanini. Their products are well made and handpainted. The donkey is adorable. | 45 stars
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Unique glasses, misleading though
This is not a set of 4, it is a set of 2 glasses. Maybe they fixed it now, but I only received 2 glasses. They were inexpensive, so 2 is still a good deal, but it should not be marketed as 4 glasses. They were a bit cloudy out of the box, but shined up with a good cleaning and polishing. Very unique shape, and comfortable to hold. | 23 stars
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Good product great shipping
Very nice bread pan,only been used once so far. Shipping was nice and timely arrived in time to give as a Christmas gift, even though I waited until the last minute, and only selected regular shipping. | 34 stars
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Ridiculous!
$19.99 for a replacement head when a whole new brush costs $21.99? Do yourself a favor - go to Oxo's web site where you can buy one for $4.99. | 01 star
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Love It, Love It
I have owned a Nesco roaster oven for many years, and when it finally quit, I immediately purchased this one. I use it for everything!! I cook everything from roast beef to dried beans in half the time it takes to cook them on the stove.Clean up is easy and it doesn't heat up the kitchen. I would recommend this cooker for anyone that doesn't like standing over a stove. | 45 stars
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step 2 write desk
We had an older desk that i loved. This new desk was not made as good as the older version. I was disappointed because there was such a difference. There was no storage under the bench and the holes for the crayons are different. The seat doesn't sit flat which causes little ones to slide off. Also no light! | 23 stars
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Pet Owner's Life-Saver
This machine, coupled with Hoover Platinum Collection Pet Plus Carpet-and-Upholstery Detergent, pretty much saved my sanity. I was having a faint but noticeable urine smell in my house resulting from an in-training puppy and a cat with a severe UTI. Though both of them are over that, the smell remained, and was driving me insane. You definitely do not want that aroma greeting your guests!!This machine is pretty easy to use. Both the top and bottom are easy to remove. The top canister holds the clean water and can be filled up in the sinks, quickly snapping out and in with a level with almost no effort. The bottom canister holding the dirty water is taken out by leaning the top part back and unhooking two level in the side and is just as easy to get back in.It is slightly loud, but has good suction and cleans amazingly. My house smells normal again and my carpet looks great. I never had any issues with it leaking or anything and it is pretty easy to store. Definitely a must-have for pet owners. | 45 stars
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Disappointed
Sending it back for the 2nd time. Grinder just stops working. I didn't have this problem with our old Cuisinart Grind and Brew.... | 12 stars
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Best Cake Stand
This is the second one of these I have purchased. The first lasted for years and when it cracked I looked everywhere for another one. All I could find was heavy glass ones. When I found this I was happy again because it is light and easy to clean. It also looks nice. | 45 stars
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Great body feel, very comfortable
I honestly don't know what to think when I am trying to buy sheets on Amazon or even at the store, because there is no really good measure of how good a set of sheets are until you actually sleep on them for a few nights. In this case, these are possibly the best sheets that I've slept on in my life - they are quite comfortable and they have a great body feel. I feel like I am ready to sleep and I'm sure it sounds weird but they actually make the bed feel softer than the other sheets that I have been using before. I'm going to buy some more sets in other colors because these are really great. I have the "Cafe" color and it is muted, not overbearing at all which is nice and the color is consistent throughout. | 45 stars
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Disappointed
I purchased this pan and waited anxiously for it to arrive. I now regret it. I burn things in the pan everytime I use it. I find it to be a difficult pan to use and difficult to clean up. The instructions say never to use it on high heat, so I don't. But even on medium and low heat, the pan performs poorly. I have since bought an 8 quart saute pan from Calphalon and have never had a problem with it. This Cuisinart pan was more expensive and is a very disappointing product. | 01 star
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Baking Made Fun With These Cute Cookie Cutters Kids Love Them
These cookie and biscuit cutters make the day in the kitchen so much more fun. They are easy even for small hands to grip and they make the perfect circle design that you want. Stainless steeel quality workmanship makes them even better. They are dishwasher safe and I wish I had a ton of them. Put some fun back into your baking with the kids by using these creative cutters. | 45 stars
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never over cook a turkey again
I used this thermometer for both Thanksgiving and Christmas Turkeys and Ham in 2009. All items came out perfect, better then the popup timers. | 45 stars
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These are ok.
These shakers are cute. They are very light weight and kind of chintzy feeling, so I don't think I would buy them again. Before I put s&p in them I reinforced the handle from the inside with glue because of the other ratings I had read- I am glad I did. I like their vintage look, but they are very cheaply made. | 23 stars
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Not bad at all.
The reviews for this product were very mixed, but I took the risk anyway. The sheets were a little scratchy to begin with due to the starching maybe, but I washed them with a vinegar/fabric softner solution and they came out great. The fitted sheet was a little large before washing, but actually shrunk a little to fit perfectly. | 34 stars
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The best ever !
This micro-plane is absolutely wonderful -- I couldn't be happier with its quality or its results. Wonderful product -- highly recommend! | 45 stars
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Guidecraft Detroit Tigers Toy Chest
This toy chest is really very cute, and solid. I paid a great price for it during the Xmas holiday, and if it is now $100.00, I'm not sure I would of paid that much for it, but it was certainly worth the price I paid. The colors are bright.The top does stay up when lifted.(safety), and it really goes nicely in a sports bedroom decor. Amazon verified purchase | 45 stars
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Love it, works great
While the description says this is "large" I actually found it to be more medium sized. Certainly smaller than the full-size drying rack I grew up with. I can fit about 5 bowls onto it, which is perfect, since that's the number of bowls that I have. I bought this along with the plastic mat and they work great together. | 34 stars
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Love them!
This is the best dinnerware I have purchased. I absolutely love the style. One of the luncheon plates did arrive broken, but I wont count that against the product itself. I ordered two sets and only one dish was broken, I count myself fortunate. | 45 stars
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Looks over function
Purchased this bath towel last year from a brick and mortar store. It looks great; definately soft and luxurious to the touch. I did not purchase these towels for looks but because of the advertised "Hydro Cotton" which claims to suck up water quickly and efficiently. After repeated washing without using fabric softner on them, they just do NOT dry off the body thoroughly! I can use the towel during the summer when drying off after a shower is not a problem but used it several times during the winter after a shower and burrrr...! I also noticed that when towel drying the body, the water tends to stay at the tips of the cotton loops so as the drying process is continued, the water seems to transport slightly onto different parts of the body which makes it a very cold process during the colder months. I would not recommend this towel. | 12 stars
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Okay
This product is just okay. The cd's seem to be too loose in the slots, they tend to slip out. | 23 stars
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Almost really good...
The shaker is very good about keeping your hands from feeling the temperature of the drink as well as nice styling-- that is until you wash it in the dishwasher. I should have listened to the other reviews, it does condensate inside the shaker so you can see water droplets under whatever colored material is used to make the outside of the shaker, and the stainless steal of the inside. Of course, there is no way to seperate them to clean it. If looks matter, it shows that stainless steel is probably still the way to go if you want quality. | 12 stars
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Figurine
The person I gave this to is a angel an collector She really liked this gift. Have bought this product before. Will by these angels again. | 45 stars
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The Choice for portable vacuum.
Just bought and used it a few times. Excellent power suction. Practical to use, easy to store and recharge it. Great design. Great features.My only concerns keeping this product from a deserved 5 Stars:1) The nozzle is quite small. A twice bigger nozzle would be ideal.2) Will the battery life become an issue? Manufacturer tells us to keep charging when not in use. My guess; it will reduce battery life over time.Overall probably the best hand vacuum for hard to reach places. | 34 stars
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Very pleased with "The Animal"
First let me say that I would challenge anyone to tell the difference between the "factory-reconditioned" unit and a brand-spanking new one...so save the $200. Lighter and quieter than the Hoover it replaces, the Dyson DC14 seems to do the job well, and, believe me, it gets a workout. Horses, dogs and cats plus the dirt and debris from the barn and property really put it to the test. It's easy to use, very easy to clean, and comes with a host of attachments. So far I'm very pleased.Even reconditioned the Dyson is on the expensive side, so I only gave it 4 stars. A year from now if it's still working as well as it is today I'll revised my rating to 5 stars. | 34 stars
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Good and reliable
I've been using this one for almost 2 years. I even bought another one for my office. Works great. I wish I could by another one just like this but smaller in size. | 45 stars
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Lots of features. Simple. Excellent!
I am not a morning person. Overly annoying alarm clocks also don't last long for me. With all that said, I am very pleased with this purchase. The clock wasn't expensive and seems to be loaded with features.Things I really like:-2 separate alarms/time settings. Can set both or either to radio or buzzer.-The buzzer can be really loud if you want, but it isn't a disgusting noise. The buzz/alarm tone is just different enough to wake you up but not completely obnoxious like some of my previous clocks.- It has three brightness settings. I love this feature since it allows for minimizing the amount of light in the room if you'd like.-The snooze let's you quickly choose how long you'd like to snooze. (Pressing the snooze button sets the snooze from 10-60 minutes. Very cool!)-It came with a battery and the clock was already set.-It has a daylight savings time auto-adjust button.-It's easy to read but not a huge, space-hogging clock.Things that made me go, "Meh." (But aren't bad enough to warrant losing a star.)-The radio isn't all that great. Typical cheap tuner adjustment that will eventually allow you to find the station you were looking for, but only after you sort through all the ones you weren't at great length.-The volume adjustment is similarly finicky.-You're going to need a special little phillips screwdriver to change the battery.-It's not built like a tank. I'd say one or two times against the wall and this thing will be in pieces.So, not too many negatives, especially at this price point. I like it! | 45 stars
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Nice Novilty Item
Perfect for a Yankees fan who enjoys being in the kitchen. Could even be used as a golf towel (would need to add grommet) or in the bathroom. Very soft terry cloth. | 45 stars
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At least its warm
I was excited to receive this set because I love the color red and really wanted to try a down comforter. I slept great the first night and I loved the microsuede fabric. I did not like, however, how each time i touched it the feathers would come flying out. Each time i fluff it to make my bed, there are feathers everywhere. I HATE that. Its perfect as long as i dont sleep on it. | 12 stars
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- A toaster that actually works! Be still my heart...
Purchased this toaster 6 months ago, but it wasn't exactly an impulse buy at that point because I'd been looking forever and actually tried three others with horrid results. I don't like the pseudo-retro look and especially the painted silver base- black would have been a better finish- but gambled that, since it was Cuisinart, it might actually function for a day or two, and I was right. It works well and toasts evenly so for that I am eternally grateful to the gods. Amazing how hard it is to buy a toaster these days. I've probably jinxed it now... | 45 stars
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Fiestaware Shamrock 4 piece set
My Fiestaware Shamrock set arrived much earlier than expected and it was in perfect condition. It was so well packed that I had trouble getting it out of the cartons. I was skeptical because in the department stores Fiestaware is only packed with paper dividers. I am so excited to have the Shamrock color. It is a beautiful green and is hard to find in any store in my area. Wonderful service and a fantastic price! | 45 stars
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the creme of the crop!
I own the 5 and 1/2 qt size of this pan, and I absolutly LOVE IT! I have used it about 200 times since I got it, and I tell my husband every time I use it how much I love this saute pan! It is the perfect pan, hands down! I am convinced that it is impossible to burn something in it! As I said before, I have used this pan about 200 times - but it looks like it was opened yesterday! Do not hesitate to buy this product!! | 45 stars
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Oneida silverware
Very happy to receive this order. The silverware seems to be of very good quality. Was so glad that this item was still available to complete my original set. | 45 stars
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Perfect convenience
I am the only coffee drinker in the home, and with little time in the morning to fuss with filters and brewing time, I was hunting for a single serve unit that would not include fancy pods, t-discs, and other expensive accessories. This little Black and Decker Brew 'N Go is perfect for my needs. It takes up little space on the counter, is narrow enough to squeeze next to other appliances, has a removeable filter that is easy to clean, and brews a generous size mug of your favorite coffee. The mug doesn't fit exactly right on the tray, but I don't use the travel mug anyway, so it didn't matter to me. I see other reviewers were disappointed that the unit stopped working after a few months, and since this is my first time trying this, I can't say yet whether or not I will experience the same problems. Hopefully not, but I will save the box just in case it konks out. I use it about 3 times a week and so far so good. For less than twenty bucks, you won't find a comparable single brew unit out there. | 34 stars
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