Posts by Michael Izzo
Munnygrubbers Zen Garden Review: Right Shop Fidget?
We didn’t expect a tiny “dumpster fire” to feel oddly calming, but the Munnygrubbers Dumpster Fire Zen Garden makes a convincing case. At 7" x 7", it’s large enough to look intentional on our desk, yet compact enough to tuck beside a keyboard. The fine sand arrives ready to pour, and the whole box-garden setup turns stress into something we can literally rake into patterns—then wipe clean and start over when the next email hits. The joke lands without feeling tacky, and the Made-in-USA detail adds a nice layer of confidence. Is it a serious mindfulness tool? Not exactly. But as a fidget-friendly desk accessory and novelty gift, it’s surprisingly satisfying.
SQ-05 Book Nook Kit Review: Our DIY Wood Kit Choice?
The SQ-05 Book Nook Kit promises a pocket-sized world tucked between our favorite novels, and from the first wooden sheet we popped free, it felt more like a miniature build than simple shelf décor. This 3D wooden puzzle arrives as a DIY dollhouse-style scene, complete with an LED light that turns the finished nook into a dusk-lit alley of details. We appreciated the included dust cover—small touch, big difference for keeping the “magic” crisp on a busy bookshelf. Assembly is a hands-on, patience-rewarding process: precise slots, tiny elements, and moments where our alignment mattered. In this review, we’ll share how it builds, how it looks when lit, and whether it earns a permanent place in our library.
Kids Jazz Drum Set Review: Right Tool for Our Shop?
In our shop, we’re always looking for tools that spark curiosity without derailing the day, and the Kids Jazz Drum Set Rock Kit immediately tested that balance. This 5-piece toddler band playset looks like a “real” drum kit in miniature—just enough cymbal shine and drum variety to make little hands feel legit. What interested us most wasn’t the volume (we’ll get to that), but the educational angle: rhythm practice, coordination, and the confidence boost that comes from making a beat on purpose. For ages 3–7, it’s pitched as a birthday-ready percussion set, and it certainly arrives with that “open the box and start a concert” energy. The big question for us: is it a playful instrument—or a practical one?
