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The Slice Safety Cutter – Review

I had the opportunity to try the Slice™ Safety Cutter. The Safety Cutter is small with a microscopic ceramic blade. The blade is so small, there is no risk of injury. The first thing I did when I received it was run my finger over it numerous times and I was shocked, I could barely even feel the blade. It is safe enough for kids to use! The small size is great. It fits perfectly in my hand for comfortable use and it can be stored just about anywhere. I slipped mine in my wallet, you never know when you are going to need to cut a coupon or open a package!

The Safety Cutter is great for couponers. I used it to cut the coupons out of the All You magazine. I was amazed at how easy it was and that it did not cut the pages underneath. I had all the coupons cut in no time. You can keep the cutter in your coupon binder since it is so small. It also has a hole where you can put it on your keyring.

Other things I know the Slice Safety Cutter is going to come in handy for is scrapbooking, crafts, opening packages, and cutting wrapping paper! With the holiday quickly approaching, I know I will get lots of use out of it.

You can purchase the Slice Safety Cutter for only $5.99. This is a great gift idea as well! Visit Slice Products for other great products such as graters, vegetable peelers, ceramic mills, and other innovative cutting devices.

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Review & Giveaway – Artistic Letters Photography

Artistic Letters was created by Jodi, a photographer whom takes amazing pictures of everyday things in a way that they look like letters. Each one is unique and original. After she started receiving great design ideas from friends and customers, she decided to offer customers a database of alphabet photos to allow the customer to create endless personalized designs.

I was extremely excited when Rafflecopter had brought Jodi and I together to allow me the opportunity to review Artistic Letters. I love creating projects for my home, as well as making personal gifts for friends and family throughout the year. This is perfect for doing just that!

First, I downloaded the 400+ images of letters and numbers and browsed through them. I have to say, the quality and creativity of each individual photo was impeccable. The photos can be used for so many different things including scrapbooks, art decor in your home, greeting cards, and craft projects. The possibilities are endless. What makes this great is no matter what you create, it is one of a kind. You can make something professional right from your computer. For gift or project ideas or to get your creative juices flowing, you can visit Artistic Letters’ “Get Ideas Here” page.

There were many different things that I wanted to make and ideas I had to create artwork. We are moving at the beginning of December so I wanted to make a “Welcome” frame for the entry and pieces for the kitchen. Then I decided to make these ‘We’re Moving’ photo cards to send out to family friends with our new address on the back:

There is so much you can do with the photographs that when I was working on creating projects, I would lose track of time, only to notice 3 hours later how late it would be getting. It kinda gets addicting. A few other thing I have created included a ‘Welcome’ photo for our entry and what I love is each season I can change the background easily on my computer and print out a new one.I also created a piece for my newborn niece. This is a great gift idea for a nursery.

I use Photoshop to create my projects, but if you don’t have Photoshop or a similar program, you can visit the “Letter Design Tutorial” page to download free software and learn how to create photos with the letter images! How great is that?

WIN IT – One lucky Nifty Mom reader will receive a download of 400+ letter and number images! Enter using the Rafflecopter form below. Entries:

Mandatory Entry: Visit www.BuyAlphabetPhotos.com and leave a comment describing a project you would like to do.
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Giveaway is open Worldwide, 18+! The giveaway will end at 12:01am EST on 11/18/2011. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply and confirm or a new winner will be selected. If you have any issues or questions, please email me at contact(at)niftymom.com.

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**I receive the image downloads at no charge to facilitate this review. All opinions expressed are 100% mine.

Review – Ribbies Hair Clippies and Pacifier Clips

Ribbies

Ribbies Clippies was started in 2006 by two sisters looking for new cute baby-friendly hair clips for their daughters. They created some clippies with cute new ribbon and added foam grips to keep the clips in all day long. From making them at the kitchen table to growing worldwide, they expanded and now also make clippie cases and holders, pacifier clips, headbands, bows, and more. Since I only have boys, I was lucky enough to try and review a couple pacifier clips.

I have to say, I fell in love with the pacifier clips. Not only are they cute, but very functional. My sons are one and two and neither uses a pacifier, but I had many uses for the clips. The main two I have been using them for their snack bowl and a little travel drawing board. I have mainly used them when we are out shopping and they are in the stroller or the shopping cart. I clipped one side onto the lap belt and attached the other to the toy or cup. Since I have started using them, no lost toys or having to play the ‘pick-up’ game.

One of the best parts about the clips is the actual clip part itself. The design creates such an incredible hold that I never had a problem with it coming detached. One side of the clip had a loop so you can put the clip around what you are attaching to as shown in the picture below (click to enlarge). You can also see the grips on the clip that create such as strong hold.

These are now a must have in my diaper bag and purse. When baby #3 is born in January, I might just have to get more to use for his pacifiers (if he chooses to use them). I am very pleased with the clips and they are above and beyond what I expected!

I also received a pair of clippies, which are just adorable. I used them in my hair just to try them out and they were great! I gave them to my good friend’s 18 month old daughter. She has thin hair and her hair clips normally end up falling out or sliding down and not hold her hair back. With the Ribbies Clippies, she didn’t have that problem at all! The clips stayed in all day, even during her full-energy play date!

Where to Buy – You can get Ribbies 4 pack of Clippies exclusively at Target. To purchase anything from their full line, visit RibbiesClippies.com.

Disclosure – I receive (2) pacifier clips and a pair of clippies to conduct this review. All opinions expressed are 100% mine.

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