The Neatest Gadget

I wonder if any of you have ever seen something as ingenious, yet so simple?  The minute this little colourful gadget caught my eyes, I wanted to pick one up for all ASK Cosmetics' fans, friends and followers.  I even considered buying all the stock they had at Lee Valley, but then reality set in (and my husband was with me!)

Without further ado let me introduce the "Soda & Can Pull" made in the U.K from strong polycarbonate plastic.

 

Two different lever-ends:  one for tabs on pop cans and  the other hook-like end for cat/dog food cans or soup/tuna cans.  Every household should have at least one of these in the kitchen.

 

I decided to put it to the test.  The ends slip on the tabs so easily and it helps to effortlessly lift those tabs protecting your fingernails from any damage.  So anyone who tends to use their nails as tools really ought to purchase one of these.

 

 

They come in four different colours, cost only $1.60 CAD, are available at Lee Valley, which has an online shop/catalogue found at www.leevalley.com.

 

Just remember:  Always treat your nails like jewels, never use them as convenient tools!

 

I think they would make wonderful stocking stuffers for anyone who has nails and would like to keep them gorgeous.

 

What do you think of this amazing find?  Would you use one to protect your nails?

 

Thanks for stopping by and have a great day!  Lisa M.

 

 

 

 

Making clipping so much easier - Flex Nail Clippers

Not too long ago I discovered a fantastic store called "Lee Valley".  I was utterly amazed at how many different items they offered, everything from garden tools to door handles to personal hygiene products.  You name it, Lee Valley most likely has it.

 

As I am always on the look-out for great ideas, I picked up a few nailcare gadgets and wanted to share them with you.  Not only would they make neat stocking stuffers, they are also very practical to have around any household at the same time.

 

So, let me introduce the Flex Nail Clippers - a rotary nail clipper with a non-slip pad.

Original packaging, price point @ Lee Valley is $16.75 CAD.

 

Flex nail clippers seen here with non-slip pad

 

The ergonomic design of this professional style clipper makes it easy to use, providing the extra length, precision and leverage needed to trim nails.  It is a wonderful gift idea for users with weak or arthritic hands.  It traps clippings for later disposal and includes a non-slip pad for table-top use.

 

Here is a closer look at the parts and mechanism behind this ingenius gadget.

 

The rotary wheel is at the back; the clipper handle on top.

How to use it:  Turn the rotary wheel until the blades swivel to the desired angle for ease of clipping.  This allows hands and fingers to remain in a more natural and comfortable position.

 

 

For those with limited hand mobility, the clipper handle is designed so that it can easily be pressed down using the palm or closed fist.  This is best done on a flat surface with the non-slip pad under the clipper.

 

This gadget is very light-weight and is extremely easy to adjust, so it alleviates a lot of the awkwardness and discomfort when clipping both finger as well as toe nails.

 

A product of Chesnut Tools located in Almonte, ON, Canada.

Available through Lee Valley, which also has an online catalogue at www.leevalley.com.

 

Do you have any neat ideas for stocking stuffers? 

 

Thanks for stopping by.  Have a great day, Lisa M