Bee's Wrap - Sustainable Food Storage

Here at The Amazing Blog we are always looking for healthy, natural products when it comes to beauty, but we're always pleased when we can take this ethos into the kitchen. Plastic clingfilm is a firm staple in most homes, but the all-natural Bee’s Wrap is set to change that. No one knows what harm the chemicals plastic wraps contain can do, and so we were excited to find a natural alternative to keep our food fresh.

The design of the Bee’s Wrap is such a thoughtful idea. The wax coating the cloth softens and moulds around the food or bowl, keeping it airtight - there’s even a cute wooden toggle and string to add extra security. The wrap itself is made from totally organic muslin cloth, and then steeped in Beeswax, Jojoba Oil and Tree Resin. Although this may sound like an odd concoction, it ensures the wrap is malleable, water resistant, airtight, anti-bacterial and reusable. There is no denying the effectiveness and usefulness of this product; lunchboxes will never be the same again.

The wrap is decorated with a honeycomb print, and the toggle is stamped with an image of a bee, to keep in line with the ingredients used to make it. It holds quite a potent scent which fades over time, but we loved that it had a hint of honey. It gave us a satisfied feeling that we were using something natural and chemical free. Every little helps in our opinion. The wraps are available in three different sizes, as well as specialised sandwich and bread wraps. Join those of us who have ditched the clingfilm for a natural alternative, get your Bee’s Wrap here for £14.95 (Assorted sizes), £11.95 (Bread) and £8.95 (Sandwich). 

LuminAID – Solar Powered Camping Light

For those occasions when we want to go glamping, here at The Amazing Blog, we've found the perfect tool to eliminate the lengthy struggle of lighting a fire. Bear & Bear have brought us the LuminAID Solar Powered 12 Hour Inflatable Camping Light, an innovative and useful item that would come in handy on any trip.

The LuminAID lantern is ideal for campers due to its compact size. It's inflatable, waterproof, lightweight and solar-powered, so it certainly ticks all of the boxes for an outdoor adventure. In addition to these factors, the high quality battery is quick to recharge and has an amazing energy storage capacity, so you’ll never be without a light. Plus there are a range of brightness settings, so you’re in complete control. The light conveniently inflates through a small valve, which then causes a diffusion of LED light to protect your eyes from glare. What makes this compact light quite remarkable is that it will easily light up a 125 square foot space. We found the carry handle and hanging hooks extremely useful, making it functional for almost any outdoor scenario.

Whether you’re a festival goer, family camper, or Sunday trekker you would get great use out of this handy light. Get your hands on your own innovative inflatable camping light here for £22.

Kuhn Rikon - Avocado Knife

Avocado is hailed as a certified fit food. It’s packed with important nutrients and essential fats, and adds excitement to any meal. Here at The Amazing Blog we love avocado almost as much as we love beauty, but we often find it tricky getting that creamy goodness out without making a terrible mess. However, Kuhn Rikon have changed that pesky preparation with their innovative new Avocado Knife.

The Avocado Knife has a flexible, preformed blade and corer to make it far easier to peel and remove the stone. There will also be no wasted food left on the knife with its non-stick coating to glide straight through the avocado. We had the opportunity to try it out; we loved how comfortable the ergonomic handle was and the clever thought behind the avocado shape. If you find yourself using the fruit often, then you can cut preparation time in half with this handy tool. Check out Kuhn Rikon's video to see the knife in action. It’s a fairly small product that would fit perfectly in your cutlery draw, or suspended using the hole in the handle. And thankfully there are no awkward care requirements; we put it in the dishwasher with the rest of the cutlery with no problem.

If you would like this useful, fuss-free Avocado Knife, get your own one here for £11.95.

Home Fragrances – Scent Elite, Maiden, Orla Kieley, Miller Harris

There’s something about a fragrance that gives a home a sense of identity, and here at The Amazing Blog we have selected a few products to give your home the beautiful scent it deserves. From candles to reed diffusers, there's an option for everyone. 

ScentElite has been living up to its name with their range of luxurious Reed Diffusers, packaged in stunning handmade boxes and wrapped in mauve tissue paper.

Once opened the glass diffuser with its crisp white fibre reeds, makes an opulent addition to any room. We had the opportunity to try The Tea diffuser; the liquid is similar to the colour of a Peridot gem and the scent is warm and floral with a hint of citrus. ScentElite uses 100% pure essential oils and top quality perfume concentrates. They use 8 reed diffusers to keep the scent working for up to 8 weeks - you definitely get your money’s worth! We loved the beautiful packaging and care that evidently went into these diffusers, but the crowning glory of the product was without a doubt the scent. If you fancy a coming home to a warm floral scent order yours here now for £23.

If candles are more your style, we've found a unique alternative to your regular scented candles. Maiden Dorset have created the Curve Candle; that’s right, a handmade curved scented candle.

We were lucky enough to try the Butterfly Lace, which is overlaid with beautiful wax lace and finished with a handmade wax butterfly. All of the candles at Maiden Dorset are handmade and can  be used in two different ways to create different ambiances. For an subtle glow, place a tea light behind the curve of the candle to highlight the intricate carvings on the candle, or simply light the three wicks at the top of the candle for a more traditional look.  The candles come in a variety of scents, we in particular loved the soft English Rose, and can be bought from Maiden Dorset's website here for £28.

For those who prefer more vibrant home fragrances, we love Orla Kiely's Sicilian Lemon Scented Candle to give your home a bright, zesty feel.

This is one for all the citrus lovers out there; it’s a striking candle that will certainly bright up any home with its scent and detailed glass holder. The candle is a blend of uplifting pure oils; Sicilian lemon, mint and lavender, with a warm hint of frankincense. We found that the scent reminded us of a rich and creamy lemon cheesecake, yummy! The glass case is sturdy and detailed with climbing yellow daisies in a futuristic design - it would make a great addition to a room in need of some colour. We loved the rich lemon scent, the thoughtful addition of a heat mat, and how long lasting the product is (it burns for up to 50 hours). Want a candle that smells good enough to eat? Pick yours up here for £25.

It seems that winter is truly upon us, and with it the distant memories of Pina Coladas and the palm trees of summer. Never fear though, Miller Harris has created the beautiful La Pluie candle, inspired by the tropical climate of Mauritius, to bring a little bit of sunshine back into your living room during these dull, dreary winter months. 

We loved the gorgeous combination of tangerine, lavender, cassis, ylang ylang and jasmine which will make you feel as if your lying on a beach in no time! Each scent complements to other to create a soft but intense fragrance that leaves your room feeling like a tropical paradise. If you want to bring some warmth and exoticism to your home, get your own candle here for £40.00.

Prezzybox Smartphone & Tablet Mini Mount

It is not secret that we are a nation obsessed with tablets and smartphones, I’m sure many of you are reading this right now on your personal device. Here at The Amazing Blog we are no exception, consequently when we saw Prezzybox had a Smartphone & Tablet Mini Mount we couldn’t wait to try it out.

Prezzybox have made multitasking a possibility and hands free a reality. This gadget is highly versatile, fitting in any space and on any surface, perfect for any opportunity you are in need of both hands. The most obvious is of course cooking, rather than going back and forward to a cookbook or continually picking up your device, you can have it conveniently placed in your view at all times. Think of all the recipes you can perfect when they have your full attention, no more burning or overcooking. We found this particularly useful in the kitchen; we didn’t even have to worry about damaging our furniture. There is a cushioned area on the clamp and holder to give you peace of mind.

Now of course as beauty enthusiasts we managed to find a way to use it on a vanity. Place the clamp on the table or wall beside your mirror whilst watching makeup or hair tutorials, this will save you having to stop and start the video when trying to follow along. We can’t believe we’ve survived for so long without this useful and versatile tool. If you want to make hands free a reality get your own mini mount here for £39.99.