HP EcoEFFICIENT Paper Review

Have you seen this HP EcoFFICIENT paper?  I received it a few weeks ago and I was eager to see if all the things that were written about it were true.   

I must admit that I was a bit skeptical because I was concerned that since the paper was lighter, it might bleed through when I printed my documents.  I usually use 20lb copy paper…so yes indeed...this lighter paper had me worried!  I printed on the front side of both sheets of paper (the 16lb paper and also on my normal copy paper).  I turned them over and put a piece of paper up again the front side (the printed side).  Here is a picture of the backside of both papers.  There is just a tiny bit of difference...so no big deal for me.  

         

 A definite plus for me is the space that this paper takes up compared to my regular copy paper.   I don’t know about you…but my storage space is pretty limited…so to be able to fit more sheets into the usual area I keep my paper, is a good thing.  And...I can fit more paper into my printer!  Yippee!!!

Here is a picture of the same number of pages of the HP EcoFFICIENT Paper right beside the same number of pages of my regular copy paper.  This is only 50 sheets of paper in each stack...but it would definitely make a difference the more paper you have.

I used several sheets of this thinner paper through my printer and I never had any problems at all.  They fed through with NO problems at all.   And that definitely makes me smile!

I go through several boxes of paper every year, so I’m looking forward to carrying less weight every single time I purchase a box of paper and carry it from my car to my office.  The older you get…the more you will appreciate it too!  J

Did you know all HP Everyday Papers made in North America are certified to the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC).  This assures the forests that provide the renewable resources from which HP makes their papers are responsibly managed and harvested, helping to ensure the protection of wildlife, plants, soil, and water quality for future generations.

If you are like me and do a great deal of shopping online for your many office supplies, please make sure that you check out Shoplet.com.  They have some great prices on Promotional Products, Medical Supplies, and Office Stationary as well!

Please note that in exchange for my honest review of this paper, HP provided me with two trials packs of HP EcoFFICIENT Paper.  They also sent me a HP coffee mug, and a flash drive!!

Neenah Astrobrights Colored Paper & Cardstock Review

Wow!  Would you take a look at those bright colors!!  These  Neenah Astrobrights  paper & cardstock are definitely BRIGHT!  

As a teacher, I go through a tremendous amount of paper throughout the year.  I always print my weekly newsletter on colored paper…in hopes of catching the attention of parents.  I must say though that I’m really excited to use these amazingly bright sheets of paper!!!!   Surely they won't miss these!  

The quality of this colored paper is an added  bonus!  My little first graders get so excited when I give them colored paper to work on one of their projects.  As a matter of fact, yesterday we celebrated “Orange You Glad You Can Read” Day…and everything was printed on this orange paper!  You could feel the excited when I handed out my papers!  J 

This Neenah colored paper comes in a package of 500 sheets, and measures 8 ½ x 11, with a weight of 24 lbs.  It can be used in inkjet printers, laser printers or copiers!  Now... are you ready for what they are called?

LIFT-OFF LEMON

PULSAR PINK

MARTIAN GREEN

COSMIC ORANGE

VULCAN GREEN

The colored cardstock is available in a package of 250, paper size of 8 ½ x 11, and a nice heavy weight of 65 lbs.  They guarantee that it work in laser and inkjet printers...  and it worked perfectly for me!.  As you can see from the picture above, this cardstock has a bright selection of colors.  I just have to share with you the names of these colors too:

COSMIC ORANGE
SOLAR YELLOW

TERRA GREEN

VENUS VIOLET

FIREBALL FUCHSIA

Last week, I used this heavy cardstock to make a few centers for my classroom.   It printed beautifully and they (the centers & the bright colors) were a huge hit with my students!!!  

If you find yourself in the market  for office supplies, please at a look at Shoplet.com.  While you are checking out their websites, make you also look at their nice selection of promotional products, medical supplies and office stationary.  


***Disclosure*** I received the items referred to above for free in exchange for my honest review. of these products.  The opinions expressed here are my own. 

Smead Product Review - Folders & Step Index Organizer

Have I mentioned lately how much I love Shoplet and all their office supplies?  They are truly a wonderful company to do business with and they have never disappointed me when I have ordered products from them.  I am all about being organized, so I definitely welcomed each of these products when they were delivered to my doorstep.  If they can help me stay even more organized than bring it on!

This Step Index Organizer has already found a permanent place in my organization.  I don’t know about you guys, but I have a mailman that is more than eager to drop nasty little bills in my mailbox.  So now… this handy dandy little file system is holding precious mail until they are paid.  It is the perfect size to carry from one place to another, and I don’t have to worry about anything falling out because it can be closed up easily.  There are 12 pockets inside and it comes with inserts (A-Z) that can help you alphabetize what you put inside.  One interesting thing about this  organizer is the tiered tabs.  The ones in the front are the same height…but the ones in the back have been moved up just a bit, for easier view.  Yip!  I’m loving that!  I haven’t decided how I’m going to label the tabs…so for now they are blank.  It looks like it is going to be sturdy enough to last for awhile and the silver bumpy texture allows me to get a good grip so it doesn't slide out of my hand while carrying it.

The Erasable SuperTab File Folders are a brand new idea for me!  Say WHAT!  Erasable!  My first response was yeah…right!!!!  So of course I had to check it out for myself.  It does erase…but it also required med to add more pressure (which I wasn’t expecting) and thus requires more patience from me. So… would I purchase them???  Honestly, I don’t know… Currently, I laminate folders that I use over and over again so… I probably would not replace the folders I currently use.  But still, it is nice that you have the option to erase and reuse them.  The package does state that you need a white eraser and permanent marker.  These manila folders are letter size, come in a package of 24 and have the 1/3- cut tabs.

  The Erasable FasTab Hanging Folders are a product that I will definitely purchase.  Just like the manila folders discussed above, they have the erasable tab.  If you have never used hanging folders you don’t know what you are missing!  They require some elbow grease and patience also to erase…but it will be worth it to me.  What I especially like about these hanging file folders is that I don’t have to print… resize…print again and again until I get the name of the file to fit perfectly in the space allowed for the tab.  These hanging folders are blue, red and green. 

I have wanted folders like these for a long time… I just didn’t know they made them.  These are called Organized Up Heavyweight Vertical File Folders.  The colors are red, olive green and a purplish.  Not what I would have ordered for myself, but they will certainly do the job.  Papers fit in them nicely and when you pull them out they are in the right position!!! The folders do have a tab for the upright position and in the normal place of files…So you get to decide where you want to add the labeling at.

If you need an item to advertise your business with Promotional Products... or purchase medical supplies... or find office stationary, please give Shoplet a chance to meet your needs. 


 

Please note that although I received these items at no charge, the opinions expressed about each of these products are my own.   

FireKing E-lock Steel Key Cabinet Review

I jumped at the chance to write a review on this product. This is a FireKing E-lock Steel Key Cabinet.  It is made of heavy-gauge steel with very durable hinges.  The design is two-toned with a Silver Vein powder-coat enamel.   

My husband owns his own Auto Repair shop and this is something he was in dire need of to help him be more organized.  However, I must say that he always amazes me when he can find the key that he needs within seconds. However, I know he is going to love using this instead of throwing them in his desk. 

The key cabinet has an electronic locking device which allows you to use the keypad (using up to 8 numbers of your choice) or to use one of the 2 keys provided.  It is quite easy to program the keypad and there is a green light that lights up to let you know that you have typed in the correct combination.  After turning the knob from the locked position to the unlocked position the door can then be opened.  If you punch in the wrong number, it makes an alarm sound that lasts only a few seconds.   However, if you punch in the incorrect number combination three times there is an automatic lockout.  Don't worry though, you can always open the cabinet with the override key.  

Provided with the key cabinet are  30 white key tags that attach to the chrome-plated steel hooks.  These key tabs are numbered from 1-30 and can be easily written on.  Also included is a yellow key tag that can be hung in the cabinet to let you know quickly that the key for that number is not there and who has it.  

If this is something that you are interested in, please go and check it out over at Shoplet.com.  They have an amzaing variety of things over there.  I recently ordered some 1/2" binders from there and I had them at my door in two days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   I did pay a couple of extra dolllars for delivery, but still.... 2 DAYS!!!!

They also have  Office Supplies, Promotional Products, Medical Supplies, and Office Stationary.  Please go and check it out for yourself.  


Disclaimer:  I was sent the FireKing E-Lock Steel Cabinet in exchange for my honest review.  All opinions expressed are my own.  

The Amish Blacksmith by Mindy Starns Clark & Susan Meissner

This book is the 2^nd Book in The Men of Lancaster County Series.  I hadn’t read the 1^st book yet, but I was able to read this book without feeling like I was missing something.  J  The authors are brand new to me and I’m looking forward to reading other books written by both of them. 

This book is written through the perspective of Jake who is an Amish blacksmith who is courting Amanda.  Things begin to change when Priscilla, a young lady from his past is brought back into his life.  

Jake begins to question things that he thought were perfectly clear before she entered his life.   Priscilla is definitely an unpredictable young woman that Jake was not use to.  

Throughout the book it was interesting watching how Jake and Priscilla grow in so many ways.  I enjoyed the interactions between them.  If you like reading about the Amish, horses and a bit of romance, you will probably like this book.  

I must admit that the story moved a bit slow at times, but overall I enjoyed the book.  

Discosure:  I received this ebook from Harvest House Publishers through the NetGalley reviewer program free of charge. In exchange, I agreed to review this book and give my honest opinion in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission Guidelines.

Avery Binder & Labels Review

A few weeks ago Shoplet.com ask me to review a couple of Avery products.   Oh yes I would!!   It took me a few weeks to figure out what I wanted to use them for...but I finally did it!  My camera in my phone is totally messed up…so I can’t post pictures right now, but I will as soon as possible.

First up is this white Heavy Duty View Binder.  

I use a lot of binders for my work and this one is going to work perfectly for keeping all the Data of my first graders.  The one unique feature that I really like are the metal rings.  These will hold a bunch more paper than the usual kind of binder I use.  I get easily irritated when papers don’t turn easily as I flip through…but these rings are gap free & as of yet... the paper has not snagged on these rings.  Love it!  There is also a nice size latch at the bottom which allows the rings to open and close quite easily.  I have made an insert to put in the front and back cover as well as a label for that slips into the spine.  Easy peasy! 

     I was also asked to review two different kinds of Clear Label Index Maker Dividers. 

There is a practice sheet that comes with both packages of labels.  I don’t know about you… but I always seem to mess up when I have a limited amount of something.  I always hate it when I mess us labels and so this made me feel so much more comfortable.  First, I downloaded the free template and the software for the labels and then typed in the information that I wanted on each of them.  I am documenting information for all my students, so I needed to print 25 different names.   After they printed (beautifully… I might add), I stacked one row of dividers and then peeled off my first strip of labels.  Aligning them on the dividers was relatively easy because you can see through the labels.  I pressed each one of them down to make sure they were attached to the divider snuggly.  So easy and they look so professional on both the white and the colored dividers.  The Color Label Dividers come in a package that has 5 sets with 5 tabs (a total of 25 dividers) and the Clear Label Dividers come in a package with 8 tabs and there are 5 sets (a total of 40 dividers).  I used a laser printer but on the package it says that you can also use an ink jet printer.

I hope that you will hop on over to Shoplet.com and check out their wide variety of products.  I have shopped for so many thing there!  They have  Office Supplies, Promotional Products, Medical Supplies, and Office Stationary just to name a few things. 

***Disclosure*** I received the items referred to above for free in exchange for my honest review. of these products.  The opinions expressed here are my own.   

The Fourteenth Goldfish by Jennifer L. Holm

Once I started reading this book, I couldn't put it down. I started it in the morning and finished it before lunch.  I will definitely be using it as a read aloud in my classroom when school starts up again in the fall.  

Ellie is an 11-year old young lady that has reached the age of discovering who she is.  She is changing and she is not liking it too much.  Like many children her age she struggles to fit in.  

Her grandfather (Melvin) becomes an 11-year old too through an experiment he performs.  This guy is truly funny!  As an 11-year old he is able to show his granddaughter the important things in life.    

This book has lessons for all!  It was a very enjoyable read and it will be one that I will remember!  



This book was provided to me free from NetGalley.  In exchange I have provided this honest review.