The list author says: "In order to get FREE shipping, sometimes I need to buy something else to reach that $25 threshold for the items in my cart. The question always is: What do I buy? It should be useful and cost just enough to close the gap.
I created this list to help with this minor dilemma. Each item on this list had to satisfy four criteria: 1) Price less than ten dollars, 2) Rated at least four stars, 3) Applies toward FREE shipping, and 4) Useful product.
It is a given that the list will be dynamic. Items on this list may change when my criteria (e.g., qualifies for free shipping) is not satisfied anymore. I will be updating this list frequently. I have also discovered that prices change more than I ever thought. Even if an item on this list is now above my ten dollar limit, it still may be worth a look.
"Quotes that inspire, examples that encourage, questions to contemplate your direction, and activities that provide discovery. Sitting down with this book over the course of a few weeks will make a difference in next five years."
"Be safe, wear safety glasses. No excuses. Use them when working on the car, using power tools, pouring chemicals, etc. Get into the habit. Protect your beautiful eyes."
"Being able to measure the length and size of items saves time. Does that piece of furniture fit through the door? This locking 12-foot tape measure is the right product for most applications. It comes with both english and metric markings. Nice touch."
"In my opinion, this is one of the better frisbees. It is the official disc of the Ultimate Players Association. It has advanced aerodynamics so it soars further and aims better. If only it had GPS. Price is dependent on color, so choose wisely."
"All the messages are positive: written from a child's perspective, pet was adopted from the Humane Society, learn about being a vet, illustrations are hand drawn, includes a glossary (helpful for parents), and a personal note from the author. Everything about this book has a personal touch to it."
"All the messages are positive: written from a child's perspective, pet was adopted from the Humane Society, learn about being a vet, illustrations are hand drawn, includes a glossary (helpful for parents), and a personal note from the author. Everything about this second book in the series has the same personal touch to it."
"Being able to scrap ice effectively from a car windshield is one of those early morning rituals. Having a great ice scraper and snow brush makes this task easier."
"Great brush with stiff bristles and narrow pattern. A well-shaped handle is the plus. It does clean the grout well. I wonder if there is a power tool version ..."
"Every once in awhile a product is useful beyond words. The hourglass shape makes for a comfortable grip. It works well on automotive carpets which can build up a lot of embedded debris. If it is good enough for Mothers, it is good enough for me."
"Being an apprentice of history, I had to include this item. Over two hundred years ago, the USA was established with some of the most profound documents in history."
"This padlock is stylish in addition to its functionality and low price. I like the feature where the key fits in the side. Works well with gym lockers."
"A utility knife, like this fine one, provides a better and safer way to open those impossible-to-remove molded plastic containers that many manufacturers ship their products in. I also use it for breaking down cardboard boxes to recycle. Nice features: Blade is retractable, Color is bright orange."
"Ferrari, Porsche, Lamborghini, Corvette. Learn how to draw cars by looking at cars, photos, or a magazine. Draw your fantasy car. An excellent book, a great gift idea, and definitely worth the money."
"This is an essential starter book for anybody who wants to learn to draw in 3 dimensions. Pencil and paper or computer, either one works. The basics at its finest. An excellent book, a great gift idea, and definitely worth the money."
"Having a nice pair of quality scissors at home is often overlooked. These scissors are eight inches in size, include a good handle grip, and have a lifetime warranty."
"The feature that makes this mouse pad unique is being able to insert a photo. That transforms the ordinary uninteresting mouse pad into a picture frame. Different."
"Getting a vehicle to totally sparkle and shine takes several steps, but it is worth it. One product that helps during the wash and dry step is a micro fiber chamois. This particularly item does the job extremely well."
"4 GB on a postage stamp for much less than ten dollars. Awesome. I have several Transcend products - all work well. This SDHC memory card can be purchased in fustration-free packaging. Gotta thank Amazon for that packaging feature."
"In addition to the standard black permanent marker, the extra pens allow some coding by color. Each pen has a fine point which allows better readability with labeling."
"Wine saver is just that. This item removes some of the air from wine bottle by pulling a vacuum allowing the wine to remain fresh longer. Small and totally functional."
"According to the reviews for this LED task light, reviewers have owned several types and prefer this one. It also seems to last. It is especially handy when reading a book by the fireplace with the lights out. It also works well on campouts as a night light for reading maps."
"These are very useful for organizing all those loose electronic equipment cables (audio, video, power). A hundred tie strips for just over a nickel each."
